2022 Porsche Panamera

　　

2022 Porsche Panamera Review

byTravis LangnessReviews Editor

　　Travis Langness has worked in the automotive industry since 2011. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career.

　　The Swiss have their Army knife for a do-anything kind of tool, but the Germans have decidedly one-upped them with the Porsche Panamera. Available as a sleek wagon, a sporty hatchback-style sedan, or as a sedan with an extended wheelbase for extra rear legroom, the 2022 Panamera can do just about anything you ask of it. And on top of its multiple body styles, the Panamera offers several powertrains, including a V6, a hybrid and a turbocharged V8. Oh, and there are eight trim levels and a nearly limitless options list to choose from too.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Porsche Panamera 4dr Sedan (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$228/mo  for Panamera Base

　　Panamera Base

　　4 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM) - $93,000 MSRP4dr Sedan (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM) (Most Popular) - $88,400 MSRP4 Sport Turismo 4dr Wagon AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM) - $99,200 MSRP4 Executive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM) - $99,700 MSRPPlatinum Edition 4dr Sedan (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM) - $101,900 MSRP4 E-Hybrid 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8AM) - $105,000 MSRP4 Platinum Edition 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM) - $106,000 MSRP4S 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM) - $106,400 MSRP4 E-Hybrid Sport Turismo 4dr Wagon AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8AM) - $109,000 MSRP4 E-Hybrid Executive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8AM) - $109,500 MSRP4S Sport Turismo 4dr Wagon AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM) - $112,600 MSRP4S E-Hybrid 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8AM) - $114,700 MSRP4 E-Hybrid Platinum Edition 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8AM) - $115,200 MSRP4S Executive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM) - $117,700 MSRP4S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo 4dr Wagon AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8AM) - $118,700 MSRP4S E-Hybrid Executive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8AM) - $126,000 MSRPGTS 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8AM) - $130,700 MSRPGTS Sport Turismo 4dr Wagon AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8AM) - $136,900 MSRPTurbo S 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8AM) - $179,800 MSRPTurbo S Sport Turismo 4dr Wagon AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8AM) - $183,800 MSRPTurbo S E-Hybrid 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8AM) - $189,800 MSRPTurbo S Executive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8AM) - $190,200 MSRPTurbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo 4dr Wagon AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8AM) - $193,800 MSRPTurbo S E-Hybrid Executive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8AM) - $200,200 MSRP

　　vs

　　$198/mo

　　Avg. Large Car

　　No matter how you spec it, the Panamera is comfortable, refined and excellent to drive. It's worth considering whether you want a performance sedan, a luxurious cruiser or something in between. Check out our full Expert Rating for more information about how it fares in the zzdcar evaluation process.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Good

　　7.9

　　out of 10

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　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

8.5/10

　　How does the Panamera drive? Porsche proves that a large luxury sedan doesn't have to be barge-like or clumsy. The Porsche Panamera offers a masterful blend for those who want to still enjoy the drive as much as they desire comfort. The entry-level Panamera's 2.9-liter V6, which is what we tested, provides enough oomph to get to 60 mph in just 4.9 seconds. The brakes are equally powerful and hauled down our Panamera to a dead stop in a ridiculously short 102 feet. We'd be shocked if this were anything else other than a Porsche.

　　And it's not just straight-line performance that the Panamera does well. Steering response and accuracy are among the best in class, as is the way it moves around corners. The Panamera is always composed, sure-footed and nimble. The base model won't bend the laws of physics like the higher-performance spec models do, but there's more than enough athleticism to uphold Porsche's performance reputation. And when you're not out for thrills, the car just works the way you'd expect any luxury sedan to.

　　The only small criticism we'd add is a heavier-than-usual accelerator pedal. It's something you may adjust to over time even if we weren't able to after a week of driving.

　　

Comfort

8.0/10

　　How comfortable is the Panamera? Some luxury sedans do comfort better than the Panamera, but few can match its performance at the same time. Few concessions have been made in exchange for the impressive dynamic capability. The suspension impressively smooths out bumps in the road. Make sure to get the optional sport seats. The standard seats lack some adjustment and support during hard driving, even though they provide decent baseline comfort.

　　The climate control interface is fussier than it needs to be, with touchscreen-controlled vents that look cool but are less convenient than simple manually pointable vents. The system itself offers ample cooling capacity, and the heated seats and ventilation function effectively. As far as noise goes, there's an ever-present faint hum of road noise. However, wind and ambient noise on the highway is all but absent, and the engine is well muffled when you're just cruising.

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