Porsche is adding more engines to its lineup for the Panamera sports saloon. With immediate effect, the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid and Panamera 4S E-Hybrid have been added to the portfolio as part of the E-Performance plan. This is Porsche’s answer to the numerous markets’ especially keen interest in powerful and dynamic e-hybrid drivetrains. With this cutting-edge drivetrain technology, the Panamera will come in four performance options.
Powertrain: Optimised Hybrid-Performance
Particularly effective and adaptable is the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid. Porsche has paired a fully redesigned 2.9-liter V6 biturbo petrol engine (224 kW/304 PS) with an e-hybrid system to produce strong acceleration.
The Panamera 4 E-Hybrid’s system output, which is 346 kW (470 PS) The combined fuel consumption and emissions are as follows: 1.4 – 1.0 l/100 km; 32 – 22 g/km for CO2 emissions; 27.6 – 25.3 kWh for electric power consumption; 79 – 93 km for combined electric range; 89 – 96 km for electric range in town; and 4.1 seconds for zero to 100 km/h with a maximum torque of 650 Nm. The Panamera 4 E-Hybrid’s solely electric range expands to 96 kilometres in the WLTP cycle (EAER city).
Sustained power delivery in the higher rev range and driving dynamics are given more importance in the Panamera 4S E-Hybrid. Its six-cylinder, 2.9-liter biturbo engine produces 353 PS and 260 kW. 400 kW (544 PS) is the system’s output. Panamera 4S E-Hybrid: The combined fuel consumption and emissions are 1.4 – 1.1 l/100 km, 33 – 24 g/km for CO2 emissions, 28.6 – 25.9 kWh/100 km for electric power consumption, 78 – 90 km for total electric range, 83 – 92 km for electric range in town, and 750 Nm for maximum torque. With a top speed of 290 km/h, the Panamera 4S E-Hybrid can accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds thanks to this.
All Panamera E-Hybrid models provide improved throttle response, longer electric range, quicker charging times, and improved driving performance across nearly all driving conditions when compared to the previous generation (Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles: CO2 emissions* combination (WLTP) 38–22 g/km, fuel consumption* combined (WLTP) 1.7–1.0 l/100 km, Electric range* combined (WLTP) 76-93 km, electric range* in town (WLTP) 83-96 km, and electric power consumption* combined (WLTP) 29.9-25.3 kWh/100 km.
With a gross energy content of 25.9 kWh, the new high voltage battery offers approximately 45% greater capacity in a same amount of space. The new 11 kW On-Board AC charger reduces the charging duration to two hours and 39 minutes at the same time.The entirely new electric motor has a power output of 140 kW (190 PS) and 450 Nm of torque, which is a major increase over the previous model. Additionally, it is effectively and lightweight-optimized integrated into the housing and the PDK transmission’s oil cooling circulation system.
The throttle responsiveness is enhanced by the 50% reduction in mass inertia brought about by the internal rotor design, where the rotor revolves inside the stator. The electric motor of the Panamera E-Hybrid models plays a vital role in the greatly expanded electric range, with a recovery of up to 88 kW.
E-Hybrid driving modes with optimised strategy
The enhanced Sport and Sport Plus modes, along with the four driving modes tailored specifically for E-Hybrid vehicles, substantially enhance the efficiency of the E-Hybrid models. The cars always begin in the E-Power mode, which is all electric. When the battery’s state of charge falls below a predetermined threshold, the system immediately enters Hybrid Auto mode, which modifies the operating strategy to fit the driving conditions at hand.
Furthermore, by having knowledge of the upcoming path, Hybrid Auto’s dynamic route guidance further optimises the operating strategy. Efficiency can be raised and the percentage of electrically driven distances in city traffic can be maximised in this way. For this, the system makes use of navigation and vehicle data.The battery’s current state of charge is maintained while in E-Hold mode.
In contrast, the Panamera uses the efficiency advantages of the hybrid drive in city traffic while the combustion engine charges the battery to up to 80% while travelling outside of town and at speeds above 55 km/h when in E-Charge mode. Porsche lowers the battery’s intended level of charge in the Sport and Sport Plus modes to 20 and 30 percent, respectively (it was formerly 30 and 80 percent). This boosts productivity without compromising effectiveness.
E-Hybrids with innovative active suspension
All new Panamera models come standard with an adaptive two-chamber air suspension system from Porsche that includes two-valve dampers and Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM). For the E-Hybrid versions, Porsche’s cutting-edge Active Ride active suspension is also offered. It combines a high level of comfort with the capacity to provide optimal traction and cornering performance.
Each individual damper, which also features two-valve technology, has an electrically driven hydraulic pump that can actively build up forces in the compression and rebound directions. This pump is powered by the 400-volt system. Because of this, the suspension virtually entirely absorbs body motions brought on by irregularities in the road and maintains the vehicle’s horizontal position throughout rapid driving manoeuvres.
The dampers can modify their settings up to 13 times per second, allowing them to react quickly to the road surface and the specific driving situation. They can work at up to 13 Hz. Additionally, the technology allows for novel features like the rising of the body when getting in and out of the car and the overcompensation of rolling and pitching motions.
Sporty details and enhanced standard equipment
The new Panamera has an athletic, modern look throughout the board. An additional horizontal air inlet and freshly designed standard matrix LED headlamps at the front define the style. The new Panamera may be distinguished from the sports saloon at the back with a continuous taillight and a frameless rear window. Silver window trim a
ccentuates the side line.Matrix LED headlights, black brake callipers, and 19-inch alloys are all standard on the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid. An optional feature is the cutting-edge HD matrix LED lighting system with exceptional resolution. The 20-inch Panamera AeroDesign wheels, silver Sport tailpipes, and red brake callipers set the Panamera 4S E-Hybrid apart. There are optional black and acid green brake callipers available.
Ten piston brakes are included on the Panamera 4S E-Hybrid.Ten-piston brake callipers are standard on the front axle of the Panamera 4S E-Hybrid. An alternative option for this model is the PCCB (Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake) when paired with 21-inch wheels. The front axle’s ceramic composite discs are 440 millimetres in diameter, while the rear axle’s is 410 millimetres.
Market launch
Sports saloons based on the Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid and Panamera 4S E-Hybrid can now be ordered. ParkAssist and a chilled smartphone tray with up to 15 watts of wireless charging are among the additional features included with the Panamera as standard equipment.
Additional features include an air quality system, Porsche InnoDrive with Active Lane Keeping, rear-axle steering, remote park assist, and passenger display. Market-specific extras such as the spacious centre console or the four-zone automatic climate control are standard on the Executive body style, which has a longer wheelbase.