Porsche plug-in added to Panamera Sport Turismo line

Porsche is expanding its hybrid range with a powerful plug-in added to the Panamera Sport Turismo model line.

The new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo flagship model combines a four-litre V8 engine with an electric motor, resulting in a system power of 500kW (680hp). Even when just above idle speed, the Panamera Turbo offers 850Nm of torque.

This means it accelerates from zero to 100km/h in 3.4 seconds, and reaches a top speed of 310km/h, plus has 3.0 litres fuel consumption.

The most powerful Sport Turismo has a range of up to 49km using solely electric power.

It includes a large tailgate, low loading edge, increased luggage compartment volume and a 4+1 seating configuration.

The boost strategy used in the series-production all-wheel drive Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo comes from the Porsche 918 Spyder super sports car.

The fast-shifting, eight-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) transmits power to the standard adaptive all-wheel drive system Porsche traction management

The lithium-ion battery has an energy content of 14.1kWh and charges within 2.4 to six hours, depending on the charger and power connection.

The Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo offers all of the innovations of the second generation Panamera. These include the digitalised Porsche advanced cockpit, ground-breaking assistance systems such as Porsche InnoDrive including adaptive cruise control and optional rear-axle steering.

Another innovation is the roof spoiler, the pitch of which is set to one of three different angles depending on the driving situation and selected vehicle settings. It also generates additional downforce of up to 50kg on the rear axle.

The roof line of the Sport Turismo is raised in comparison to the sports saloon, allowing easier entry and exit at the rear along with greater head clearance.

Standard equipment is extensive and includes Porsche dynamic chassis control (PDCC Sport)

roll stabilisation, including the Porsche torque vectoring plus (PTV Plus) rear differential lock;

high-performance Porsche ceramic composite brake (PCCB) braking system, 21-inch alloy

wheels in a 911 turbo design, power steering plus, sport chrono package and auxiliary air conditioning.

Also standard is the three-chamber air suspension including Porsche active suspension management (PASM) for a broad range between a high level of driving dynamics and driving comfort.

The Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo is available by special order in New Zealand, priced from $428,400.