Porsche Panamera makes a showing..
Do we really need the Panamera ???? I don't think so.. The Maserati is sexier..
Since Porsche released its first official (partial) photo of the Panamera on September 15, interest for the first Porsche 4-door luxury sedan has added to the excitement already created by the latest prototypes sitings, in Las Vegas.
The entry-level powerplant will be Volkswagen's 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine with 300 bhp, while Porsche's own drivetrain will be a direct-injection eight-cylinder gasoline engine, available in naturally-aspirated guise (350 bhp) and with twin-turbo (560 bhp). In addition - we're also expecting a Panamera S version.
That should be enough to beat out the competition for a while. However, should Mercedes-Benz make the CLS even stronger, Zuffenhausen might strike back with the Porsche GT's 700-bhp ten-cylinder powerplant!
Scheduled for an official presentation at the 2009 Geneva show, the Panamera is expected to be a strong competitor to the Mercedes CLS and the future Aston Martin Rapide, as well as Volkswagen's new Passat CC (with the six-cylinder engine).
Though the Panamera takes over design elements from the 911-range, there will obviously be significant differences. While the 911 has always kept its rear-mounted boxer engine, the Panamera will have a choice of three front-mounted motors, although they'll be set back to the center of the car as much as possible.
The target for the Panamera is to be a true sportscar, while at the same time being a "family-car" for every-day use with four full seats, easy access to the rear and a good-sized luggage compartment.
When it hits the road in 2009, Porsche hopes to be able to sell 20 000 units annually - and to jump over the barrier of 100,000 sold cars per year.
Source: http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/2010-porsche-panamera-spotted?mo...
Looks kinda funny, looks like a streched 911 :D
hmmmm...well... at least the porsche design team came up with a new idea after more than half a century. though it is still based on the 911. the pics shows the car still under disguise so lets wait for the production version.
in victus
Look not worth the money you pay!
Come on now.. Its not as bad as that..
of Hyundai Coupe;-)
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What a fugly car!
As you say, Maserati or even Mazda RX are far sexier beasts for 4 door sports cars
Did you Google it first?