The 2018 Porsche Panamera is a large luxury sedan that has been redesigned to become even more gorgeous than before. With multiple engine options and good handling capabilities, the all-new Porsche Panamera is a versatile sedan that offers superior performance and an incredible fuel-efficiency.
The cabin of the 2018 Porsche Panamera is spacious enough to carry 4 passengers comfortably. The performance of the vehicle has been upgraded with 3 engine options and a brand new 8-speed transmission for enhanced performance.
The 2018 Porsche Panamera comes with multiple customization options for the exterior and interior and features many new technologies that can be selected according to preference. The addition of latest safety features and advanced driver assistance technologies has made the 2018 Porsche Panamera more attractive than ever before.
Here is a review of the 2018 Porsche Panamera available in the UAE with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features, customization options and a lot more.
Design of the 2018 Porsche Panamera
The 2018 Porsche Panamera boasts a modern appeal with its redesigned exterior and upgraded interior. The design language of Porsche Panamera expresses a remarkable union of luxury and comfort and makes this stylish sedan a feast for the eyes. The exterior is now sportier than before with an aggressive front fascia and athletic stance. The interior, on the other hand, has been designed to be comfortable, spacious and luxurious.
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Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Porsche Panamera has been redesigned to give it an updated look. The front of the 2018 Porsche Panamera is now more aggressive and sportier than before, thanks to its lowered nose that makes the front fascia even more stylish.
The grille is now placed a little lower on the front bumper and features a new design. It is now wider and covers almost all of the front fascia. The air intakes at the sides of the grille are larger to further improve the engine cooling function of the vehicle.
The front fascia also features fully automatic LED headlamps with Daytime Running Lamps for better visibility at all times. The nose of the hood curves down to meet with the grille, however, that is the only change brought to the hood of the 2018 Porsche Panamera. The headlights have retained their bulging look whereas the hood has retained its signature smooth curves. The sides of the 2018 Porsche Panamera feature air outlet gills in black color to further improve the aerodynamics of the vehicle.
In true Porsche style, the 2018 Panamera boasts bulging fenders that now encase the 19-inch Panamera wheels (20-inch and 21-inch wheels are available as an option). The rear of the vehicle features LED taillamps that now have a thinner design and complement the overall sporty appeal of the vehicle.
As for the exterior dimensions, the 2018 Porsche Panamera is now 1.34-inches longer and has 1.18-inch wider wheelbase.
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Interior
The interior of the 2018 Porsche Panamera has been designed to become sportier and more elegant than before. A panoramic sunroof has also been added to all trim levels to enhance the in-cabin experience of the occupants.
The cabin has been ergonomically designed to bring every feature within easy reach of the occupants and to ensure that the occupants are comfortable at all times. The front of the cabin features 8-way power adjustable bucket seats with 8-way power adjustable seat height setting whereas the rear of the 2018 Porsche Panamera has 60/40 split folding bucket seat.
A leather-wrapped steering wheel can be found in front of the driver featuring driver controls for cruise control and audio system amongst others. The rear of the cabin features the brand new Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment System with two 10-inch touchscreen displays for the entertainment of the rear seat passengers.
The advanced technological features in the 2018 Porsche Panamera include Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Four-Zone Automatic Climate Control, Bose Surround Sound System, AudioPilot Noise Compensation Technology, 12-inch Touchscreen in the new Porsche Communication Management System, Porsche Connect and a lot more.
The optional features include Burmester High-End 3D Surround Sound System with 21-speakers, Connect Plus and a lot more. The cabin is highly customizable with many color, leather and wood options to choose from.
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Performance of the 2018 Porsche Panamera
The 2018 Porsche Panamera is a versatile sedan that is available with 3 engine options and multiple trim levels that can be selected according to preference. The 2018 Porsche Panamera is available with six trim levels in the UAE that are Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera 4S, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Turbo and Turbo S E-Hybrid. All of these trim levels come with the new 8-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung Automatic transmission.
The 2018 Porsche Panamera is a rear-wheel drive sedan (all-wheel drive optional) while the 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 is an all-wheel drive sedan. Both of these trim levels are powered by a 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 engine that is capable of producing 330 horsepower and 331 lb-ft of torque. With this engine, the Panamera and Panamera 4 have a top track speed of 164mph and can go from 0 to 60mph in just 5.4 seconds.
The 2018 Porsche Panamera 4S is an all-wheel drive sedan that is powered by a 2.9-litre twin-turbocharged V6 engine. This twin-turbocharged V6 engine can produce 440 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque, has a top track speed of 179mph and can go from 0 to 60mph in just 4.2 seconds.
The 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid is an all-wheel drive sedan that houses a 2.9-litre twin-turbocharged V6 engine capable of producing 330 horsepower and 331 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with an electric motor that generates 136 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Together, this efficient hybrid powertrain generates 462 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. It has a top track speed of 172mph and can go from 0 to 60mph in just 4.4 seconds.
Powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, the 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo is an all-wheel drive sedan. This powerful engine is capable of generating 550 horsepower and 567 lb-ft of torque. It has a top track speed of 190mph and can go from 0 to 60mph in just 3.6 seconds.
Lastly, the 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is an all-wheel drive sedan that houses a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine and an electric motor. The V8 engine is capable of producing 550 horsepower and 567 lb-ft of torque whereas the electric motor can generate 136 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Together, this high-performance hybrid powertrain generates 680 horsepower and 626 lb-ft of torque. It has a top track speed of 192mph and it can go from 0 to 60mph in just 3.2 seconds.
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Safety Features
The 2018 Porsche Panamera has been fitted with latest safety features and advanced driver assistance systems to make it one of the safest sedans available in the market. Some of the highlighting safety features in the 2018 Porsche Panamera include:
- Lane Departure Warning
- Blind Spot Monitoring System
- Forward Collision Warning
- Automatic Emergency Warning
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Electronic Stability Control
- Anti-lock Brake System
- Traction Control
- Multiple Airbags
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System with Low Pressure Warning
- Backup Camera
- ParkAssist Front
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Night View
- Lane Change Assist with Turn Assist
- Lane Keep Assist
- Traffic Sign Recognition
Price of the 2018 Porsche Panamera in the UAE
The 2018 Porsche Panamera is already available in the UAE with its 6 trim levels and 3 engine options. The price of the 2018 Porsche Panamera by trim level is:
- The starting price of the 2018 Porsche Panamera is AED 393,700 that can go as high as AED 550,000.
- The 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 has a starting price of AED 425,600 and it can go as high as AED 575,000.
- The starting price of the 2018 Porsche Panamera 4S is AED 491,900 that can go as high as AED 680,000.
- The starting price of the 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo is AED 691,500 and it can go as high as AED 850,000 with the optional features.
- The 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid has a starting price of AED 464,200 and it can go as high as AED 620,000.
- The starting price of 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is AED 813,800 that can go as high as AED 980,000.
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