Diesel Porsche Panamera (2012)

Panamera range with the introduction of the new Porsche Panamera diesel, even more attractive model for UK customers. A luxury Gran Turismo, Porsche Panamera diesel is able to take four passengers in comfort sport Lands End to Loch Ness without refueling.

Dealing with effortless speed and ski mountaineering short, this is a long distance sports performance provided a smooth 3.0-liter V6 is rated 250 hp (184 kW) is achieved between 3800 rpm and 4400 rpm. Maximum torque is 550 Nm, available up to 1750 rpm 2750 rpm creates a great attraction. And 'only available in rear-wheel drive and uses eight high-efficiency ratios Tiptronic S transmission is standard. Six-cylinder turbo diesel engine powers the new Gran Turismo 0-62 mph (0-100 km / h) in 6.8 seconds and top speed is 150 mph (242 km / h).

Diesel Porsche Panamera offers a very attractive driving over 745 miles on a tank of 80 liters, emits 172 g / km and offers a combined consumption of 43.5mpg (6.5 litres/100km). With optional tires with low rolling resistance, improves efficiency even further, to 167 g / km and a combined cycle of 44.8mpg.

The engine of 3.0 liter V6 is the most advanced technology in diesel common rail direct injection via piezo valve at a pressure of 2,000 bars, variable geometry turbo with electric turbochargers (VGTs) and control emissions achieved by recirculation controlled exhaust gas oxidation catalyst and particulate filter.

Performance, generous torque and low consumption is accompanied by proper operation, reliability and low emissions. Another factor is the auto start / stop function, which is installed by default. Adaptive air suspension is available as an alternative to steel spring suspension standard, to give a wider range of suspension settings to extend the extra trip.

Through its proportions are only Panamera clear in its market segment: measuring 1931mm (76.0in) wide and 1418mm (55.8in) high, the Panamera is both wider and lower than comparable models with four doors. The unique, slender GT is created by a total length of 4970mm (195.7in) and short front and rear overhangs sports. This new model can be recognized by "diesel" letters on the front doors.

Each Panamera, the new diesel model has a high level of standard equipment that includes leather interior, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), Bi-Xenon headlights Front and rear park assist, control tire pressure, anti-glare mirrors rear view, Porsche Communication Management with satellite navigation touch screen and audio controls, cruise control and a three-year warranty.

Mounted on each Panamera is Porsche Tracking System (VTS), a set of sophisticated vehicle security approved Thatcham Category 5 standard, and customers will be able to explore the potential of their new car by participating in a free course on the experience of Porsche Centre Silverstone.

The Porsche Panamera diesel costs £ 62,134 (€ 80,183 in Germany, inc. VAT) and is available in the UK since August 2011.