Porsche Panamera
The Panamera is Porsche's large four-door petrol grand tourer, a five-metre car that drives far more like a sports car than a limousine. India currently gets one version: the 353 PS V6 with rear-wheel drive and air suspension. It suits an owner who drives themselves and wants space for four, rather than a chauffeur-driven buyer.
- Seating
- 4
- Engine
- 2894 cc
- Mileage
- 9.6-10.4 km/l
- 353 PS 2.9 twin-turbo V6 with 500 Nm
- 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds, top speed 272 km/h
- Adaptive air suspension as standard
- 2,950 mm wheelbase and 494-litre hatchback boot
- Electric, memory-equipped individual rear seats
- Surround View camera and Bose sound as standard
- Panamera₹1.79 crore
It is the only Panamera Porsche India lists, and it is enough car: the V6 is quick and the air suspension rides well. Add the 90-litre tank (about ₹23,000) for longer highway range.
- BMW 7 Series₹1.95 crore
- BMW M5₹2.12 crore
- Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid₹1.45 – 1.48 crore
Porsche Panamera specifications
- Claimed mileage9.6-10.4 km/l
- Transmission8-speed PDK dual-clutch
- Body typeSedan
- Fuel typePetrol
- Engine2894 cc
- Seating capacity4
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| Engines | 2.9 twin-turbo V6 petrol |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | 8-speed PDK dual-clutch |
| Power | 353 PS |
| Torque | 500 Nm |
| Claimed mileage | 9.6-10.4 km/l |
| Seats | 4 |
| Length | 5052 mm |
| Width | 1937 mm |
| Height | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm |
| Ground clearance | 132 mm |
| Boot space | 494 litres |
| Fuel tank | 75 litres |
Porsche Panamera variants: price and features
- Base variantPanamera
Panamera
₹1.79 croreOn-road priceKey features- 353 PS 2.9 twin-turbo V6, 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds
- Adaptive air suspension
- Matrix LED headlights
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- 353 PS 2.9 twin-turbo V6, 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds
- Adaptive air suspension
- Matrix LED headlights
- 360-degree camera (Surround View)
- Four-zone climate control
- Bose surround sound
Our verdict on the Panamera
The Panamera makes the most sense for someone who drives. It handles with real precision for a car this size, the air suspension rides well on Indian roads, and the V6 is quick without being thirsty by luxury standards. The cabin seats four adults well, and the hatchback boot is more useful than a saloon's. At ₹1.79 crore it costs about as much as a well-specified Mercedes S-Class or BMW 7 Series. Those cars are better if you sit in the back: they are quieter, softer and loaded with rear-seat comfort features. The Panamera's 132 mm ground clearance also needs care over speed breakers. If you want a fast, comfortable four-seater to drive yourself, it is one of the best choices. If you want a chauffeur car, buy the S-Class.
Good things
- Drives like a much smaller car
- Air suspension and a good ride as standard
- Hatchback boot is more practical than a saloon's
- Four genuinely usable adult seats
Could be better
- Only one version is listed in India
- Mercedes S-Class and BMW 7 Series offer more rear comfort for the money
- Low 132 mm ground clearance
- Many comfort features are expensive options
Porsche Panamera colours and photos
- White
- Black
- Jet Black Metallic
- Ice Grey Metallic
- Carrara White Metallic
- Volcano Grey Metallic
- Dolomite Silver Metallic
- Gentian Blue Metallic
- Carmine Red
- Provence
- Madeira Gold Metallic
- Lugano Blue
- Oak Green Metallic Neo
- Aventurine Green Metallic
- Slate Grey Neo
- Crayon
Porsche Panamera: a four-door porsche for drivers
This is the third-generation Panamera. Porsche India's configurator currently lists a single version: the rear-wheel-drive Panamera with a 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6, 353 PS, 500 Nm and an 8-speed PDK gearbox. Porsche claims 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds and a top speed of 272 km/h. Other Panamera versions sold abroad, including the hybrids, are not in Porsche India's current configurator.
It is 5,052 mm long with a 2,950 mm wheelbase, so rear legroom is generous. Standard equipment includes adaptive air suspension, Matrix LED headlights, Surround View with active parking support, four-zone climate control, Bose sound and electrically adjustable individual rear seats with memory. The boot holds 494 litres and has a hatchback opening.
At ₹1.79 crore ex-showroom it is priced against the Mercedes S-Class and BMW 7 Series. Running costs are high: tyres, brakes and servicing are expensive, and Porsche centres are only in larger cities. Porsche builds each car to order, so the options you choose can affect how long delivery takes. It is a car for an owner who drives often and values a fast, comfortable four-seater over the softness of a chauffeur limousine.
Panamera or Mercedes S-Class?
Choose the Panamera if you drive yourself and enjoy it. Choose the S-Class if you are driven: it is softer, quieter and has more rear-seat luxury and technology for similar money.
Is the rear seat comfortable for adults?
Yes. There are two individual rear seats with electric adjustment and memory, and the long wheelbase gives good legroom. Headroom is lower than in a conventional saloon because of the sloping roof.
Will it clear Indian speed breakers?
Ground clearance is 132 mm at normal height, and the air suspension only lowers the car from there; it has no raised setting. Take speed breakers slowly and at an angle.
What mileage does it give?
Porsche's WLTP figures work out to about 9.6-10.4 km/l. Expect less in city traffic. Porsche India does not publish an ARAI figure.
Panamera vs rivals
| Spec | Porsche Panamera₹1.79 crore | BMW 7 Series₹1.95 crore | BMW M5₹2.12 crore | Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid₹1.45 – 1.48 crore | Mercedes-Benz EQS₹1.30 crore |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol | Hybrid | Hybrid | Electric |
| Engines | 2.9 twin-turbo V6 petrol | 3.0 turbo petrol (inline-six) | 4.4 twin-turbo petrol V8 plug-in hybrid | 3.0 six-cylinder turbo petrol plug-in hybrid | Dual electric motors, all-wheel drive |
| Power | 353 PS | 400 hp | 727 PS | 585 hp (system) | 544 HP |
| Gearbox | 8-speed PDK dual-clutch | 8-speed automatic | Automatic | 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Automatic |
| Mileage | 9.6-10.4 km/l | — | 49.75 km/l (claimed, plug-in hybrid test) | — | — |
| Seats | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | 494 litres | — | — | 370 litres | 620 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Panamera vs 7 Series | Panamera vs M5 | Panamera vs Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid | Panamera vs EQS |
Porsche Panamera mileage
- 2894 cc, PetrolDCT
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 10.4 km/l
Porsche Panamera on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹2.05 crore
- Mumbai₹2.11 crore
- Bengaluru₹2.23 crore
- Chennai₹2.23 crore
- Kolkata₹2.05 crore
- Bhopal₹2.13 crore
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Panamera EMI
₹3,00,948 a month
On ₹1.79 crore ex-showroom, 20% down (₹35.82 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹37.27 lakh.
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Porsche Panamera FAQ
What is the price of the Porsche Panamera in India?
The Porsche Panamera costs ₹1.79 crore ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Porsche Panamera come with?
The Porsche Panamera is sold with petrol power (2.9 twin-turbo V6 petrol).
What is the mileage of the Porsche Panamera?
The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Porsche Panamera is 9.6-10.4 km/l.
How many people can the Porsche Panamera seat?
The Porsche Panamera is a 4-seater sedan.
What is the length of the Porsche Panamera?
The Porsche Panamera is 5052 mm long, 1937 mm wide and 1423 mm tall, with a 2950 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Porsche Panamera have?
The Porsche Panamera has 494 litres of boot space.
Does the Porsche Panamera come with an automatic gearbox?
The Porsche Panamera is offered with 8-speed pdk dual-clutch gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the Porsche Panamera?
The Porsche Panamera has 132 mm of ground clearance.
Which Porsche Panamera variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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