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2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo S [w/video]

A Small-Scripted S Delivers Power, Performance And Pomposity Porsche offers its Panamera to North American buyers in no fewer than eight models with six different engine choices, including a hybrid. There's even an oil-burning diesel model available across the Pond. At one end of the spectrum is the entry-level Panamera with a very capable 300-horsepower V6. At the other end, and at the top of the pecking order, is the Panamera Turbo S, boasting a 550-horsepower twin-turbocharged V8. Not only is it the most powerful street-legal Porsche on offer, but it is the world's quickest four-door ... Read More

Vital Stats

Engine:
4.8L Twin-Turbo V8
Power:
550 HP / 590 LB-FT
Transmission:
7-Speed PDK
MSRP:
$194,665 (as tested)
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