Which is the most popular engine in the Porsche Panamera?

The petrol engines are the most popular, followed by the hybrid, due to its availability and impressive power. We expect that the PHEV will continue to grow in popularity.

Which are the most popular model variants?

Porsche names its models based on the engine configuration, with the new lineup including the Panamera, 4, 4 E-Hybrid, 4S E-Hybrid and Turbo E-Hybrid. The 4 has been the most popular variant, as a step up from the base model with added power, but both contain many of the same features.

What optional extras should I look out for?

The Porsche Panamera was available with a standard four-seat configuration, but there are some models with a rear bench seat to hold three. There are also upgradable safety features found in some used cars, such as autonomous emergency braking.

Is the Porsche Panamera a good family car?

The Panamera is a practical sports car, combining the power and excitement of the 911 with the ability to carry four adults comfortably. It's designed for families who prefer a luxurious experience or for executives who want to impress.

Is there a hybrid version of the Porsche Panamera?

Most of the newest models contain a hybrid powertrain. Some models can achieve up to 58 miles of electric-only travel, while the Turbo E-Hybrid is known for its 4.0-litre V8 engine and electric motor that generates 671bhp and has a 0-62mph time of 3.2 seconds.

Is the Porsche Panamera available as an automatic?

The newest lineup of Panamera models comes with an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Most used Panameras also have an automatic, making it difficult to find a manual gearbox option.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

The majority of used Panamera models have four-wheel drive for added capability. There are also models with rear-wheel drive that give the luxury car a sportier feel.

113 Used Porsche Panamera cars for sale

Porsche Panamera2024 - 2.9 V6 Saloon 5dr Petrol PDK Euro 6 (s/s) (353 ps)

£72,900

2.9L
9.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Porsche Centre Perth

01738230302 *

Porsche Panamera2013 (63) - 3.0 V6 4S PDK 4WD Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£17,990

£349/pm (HP)

3L
106.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Rosso Performance LTD

01133236280 *

Porsche Panamera2017 (06) - 3.0 V6 5dr PDK

£29,995

£596/pm (HP)

3L
92.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Duman Autos

01506376796 *

Porsche Panamera2014 (14) - 4.8T V8 Turbo Hatchback 5dr Petrol PDK 4WD Euro 5 (s/s) (520 ps)

Low Mileage

£32,950

£656/pm (HP)

4.8L
31.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Hamilton Grays Ltd

07816430599 *

Porsche Panamera2018 (67) - 2.9T V6 4S Saloon 5dr Petrol PDK 4WD Euro 6 (s/s) (440 ps)

£37,995

£703/pm (PCP)

2.9L
89.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars4You Edinburgh West

01313226854 *

Porsche Panamera2014 (14) - 3.0 V6 4S 4dr PDK

Low Mileage

£19,990

£390/pm (HP)

3L
93.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

AUTO SEVEN 7 Limited

01925597020 *

0/5 Stars

Porsche Panamera2022 - 4.0 V8 Turbo S 5dr PDK

£87,950

£1,786/pm (HP)

4L
28.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Boss Motor Company Ltd

01923927645 *

Porsche Panamera2012 - 4.8 Panamera T Semi-Auto 4WD 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,695

£384/pm (HP)

4.8L
89.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Bedford Used Car Sales

01234383411 *

Porsche Panamera2012 - 3.0 V6 Diesel 4dr Tiptronic S

Reduced

£11,995

£231/pm (HP)

3L
112.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Saloon

Maya Motors Ltd

01616946816 *

Porsche Panamera2020 (70) - 4.0T V8 GTS Sport Turismo 5dr Petrol PDK 4WD Euro 6 (s/s) (480 ps)

Reduced

£57,990

£791/pm (PCP)

4L
70.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Derby Trade Cars

01332315433 *

Porsche Panamera2009 - 4.8 Panamera 4s Semi-Auto 4WD 5dr

£9,995

4.8L
155.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

We Love Car Group

01372230638 *

Porsche Panamera2015 (15) - 4.8T V8 Turbo Hatchback 5dr Petrol PDK 4WD Euro 6 (s/s) (520 ps)

Low Mileage

£26,948

4.8L
77.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Imperials Chelmsford

01245673729 *

Porsche Panamera2017 - Turbo Executive 5-Door

Low Mileage

£62,890

4L
23.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Porsche Centre Wilmslow

01625461804 *

Porsche Panamera2017 (67) - 2.9 V6 E-Hybrid 14kWh 4 Sport Turismo Petrol Plug-in Hybrid PDK 4WD Euro 6 5-Door

£37,990

£837/pm (PCP)

2.9L
66.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

Leicester Van Centre

01164787047 *

Porsche Panamera2021 (71) - 4.0 V8 Turbo S E-Hybrid 5dr PDK

£81,475

4L
41.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

Junction 17 Cars Grantham

01733794335 *

Porsche Panamera2014 - 3.0 V6 4S 4dr PDK

Low Mileage

£26,999

£534/pm (HP)

3L
38.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Saloon

Hafod Car Sales

01792344481 *

Porsche Panamera2015 - D V6 5-Door

Low Mileage

£19,999

£390/pm (HP)

3L
72.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Saloon

ACE MOTOR VEHICLE LTD

01913001935 *

Porsche Panamera2015 - V8 GTS 5-Door

Reduced

£22,991

£452/pm (HP)

4.8L
100.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Prestige Motor Company

01312027977 *

Porsche Panamera2019 - 4.0 V8 Turbo S E-Hybrid 5dr PDK

£49,995

£1,009/pm (PCP)

4L
92.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Morgan Cars

02841330331 *

Porsche Panamera2018 (18) - 2.9 V6 E-Hybrid 14kWh 4 Sport Turismo PDK 4WD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£32,995

£647/pm (PCP)

2.9L
95.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

RWD Motor Group

01924927403 *

Why buy a used Porsche Panamera?

If you're in the market for a car that's agile, stylish and luxurious, then a used Porsche Panamera is a great choice. With its well-designed exterior and interior styling, the Panamera is undeniably a Porsche, but is a more practical model. The array of powertrain options allows for superior acceleration or lower running costs with the hybrid models.

Used Porsche Panamera snapshot review

Author: Jack Evans

Pros

Hybrid models can bring low running costs
Stunning interior
Brilliant performance

Cons

Sport Turismo isn’t especially practical
Pricey optional extras
Expensive to buy

Read our Porsche Panamera review

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Used Porsche Panamera buying guide

Engines and transmissions

There have been several options with the Panamera, including petrol, diesel and hybrid engines, a manual or an automatic transmission, and rear- or four-wheel drive.

Petrol

2.9-litre turbocharged V6 outputs 348bhp, creating a 0-62mph time of 5.3 seconds and efficiency of up to around 29.1mpg
4 E-Hybrid and 4S E-Hybrid use the V6 engine with an electric motor to generate 463bhp or 536bhp
Turbo E-Hybrid has a 4.0-litre V8 engine and an electric motor to output 671bhp for a 0-62mph time of 3.2 seconds.
PHEV model's electric range can reach up to 58 miles per charge, and fuel economy is up to 200mpg
Older Turbo S is the fastest non-hybrid with 621bhp and a 0-60mph time of three seconds, but fuel economy was only up to 22.1mpg

Diesel

Porsche used to offer a 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine that generated either 246bhp or 295bhp and a fuel economy of 44mpg

Practicality

The Porsche Panamera is a more practical option than the 911, giving rear passengers a place to relax and unwind.

Interior space

Front seats are adjustable and supportive
Rear seat is usually configured with two separate sections, but a three-person bench option can be found
Adjustable rear seats are available
ISOFIX mounting points lock child seats in securely
Glass sunroof is split into two panels and provides a brighter cabin space

Boot space

495-litre boot is larger than the Mercedes-Benz CLS
Folding down the rear seats creates 1,334 litres of space
PHEV reduces the boot capacity to 403 litres, which is still accommodating

Bodystyles

Large hatchback design has been available since its introduction
Sport Turismo was a previously offered estate variant that is now discontinued

Safety

No Euro NCAP safety rating offered
Safety kit includes parking sensors and a reversing camera
Autonomous emergency braking has been available

Technology

12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen looks stylish and is easy to use
Connectivity comes through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Standard kit includes a satnav, Wi-Fi hotspot and USB-C ports

Different generations of used Porsche Panamera

For many years, Porsche was only known for making sports cars. However, in 2009, Porsche decided to add sports-car performance to a four-door model, known as the Panamera. Now in its third generation, the Panamera is still a top option for buyers who are looking to achieve speeds similar to the 911 but who want more seating room and practicality.

Third Generation (2023 to 2016)

Many of the changes with the third-generation Panamera weren't easy to recognise. The car still resembled a 911 with a larger size and four LED blocks for headlights. It fits perfectly with the design of the Cayenne and other Porsches. The only major exterior differences between this and the last generation are the unique headlights and updated bumper design.

Inside the cabin, many more updates were made. A fully digital driver display draws immediate attention. The company also upgraded the engine options, ensuring drivers can access increased power.

Fuel type:: Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:: 2.9 - 4
MPG:: 24 - 94
Acceleration:: 2.9 - 5.3 seconds
Boot space:: 421 - 494 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: stars

Greenest
2.9 V6 4 E-Hybrid 5dr PDK
Cheapest
2.9 V6 5dr PDK
Fastest
4.0 V8 Turbo S E-Hybrid 5dr PDK

Second Generation (2016 to 2024)

Porsche wanted to build on the success of the first generation, so the company decided to change some small aspects of the styling to make it appeal to more people. The short bonnet and similar headlights to the 911 made it a top choice among enthusiasts who needed more interior space.

In 2020, Porsche released an updated variant of the Panamera with a redesigned bumper and rear light strip running over the boot lid. New LED taillights were also installed, but the three-piece retractable wing remained.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:: 2.9 - 4
MPG:: 21 - 141
Acceleration:: 3.1 - 5.7 seconds
Boot space:: 403 - 660 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: stars

Greenest
2.9 V6 4 E-Hybrid 5dr PDK
Cheapest
3.0 V6 5dr PDK
Fastest
4.0 V8 Turbo S 5dr PDK

First Generation (2009 to 2016)

When the Panamera first arrived in 2009, it was seen as an extension of the 911 with more doors and interior space. The premium sports saloon looked similar to the Cayenne SUV with big vents that extracted air from the wheel area to decrease front lift. The cabin had a four-seat layout with plenty of support for passengers.

A 2013 update was released to deal with some issues found after the original unveiling. The most significant improvement was the replacement of the bi-xenon headlights with full LED lamps. The front and rear bumpers received a design refresh, while larger side scoops were installed.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:: 3 - 4.8
MPG:: 22 - 91
Acceleration:: 3.8 - 6.8 seconds
Boot space:: 335 - 445 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: stars

Greenest
3.0 V6 S E-Hybrid 4dr Tiptronic S
Cheapest
3.6 V6 Platinum Edition 4dr
Fastest
4.8 V8 Turbo S 4dr PDK

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