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Porsche Panamera vs. Porsche Taycan: Which Porsche Sedan is Right for You?

Porsche cars are world-renowned for their meticulous craftsmanship, potent powertrains, and ultra-engaging driving dynamics. Porsche SUVs deliver satisfying performance and family-friendly utility. But what if you're looking for something in between-a vehicle that blends track-reading performance with four-door space and practicality? The German automaker offers two compelling options: the Porsche Panamera and the Porsche Taycan. But which one is right for you?

While similar in size and body style, the Porsche Panamera and Porsche Taycan offer unique attributes that make them suitable for different drivers-the most obvious being the Panamera's gas-powered engine and Taycan's fully electric powertrain. To help you determine the best fit for your Hillsborough drives, here's a quick overview of their distinguishing characteristics.

Performance

Porsche Panamera

Like all Porsche models, the Panamera delivers an engaging driving experience with sharp handling, smooth ride quality, and multiple powertrain options-including a plug-in hybrid with all-electric capability. The base Panamera is powered by a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V-6 (325 horsepower, 331 pound-feet of torque) that drives the rear wheels via an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The Panamera 4 adds all-wheel drive. Performance rises with each trim level, from a 0-60 time of 5.4s for the Panamera to blacktop-burning 2.9s for the Panamera Turbo S. Other gas-powered engines include:

  • Panamera 4S: 2.9-liter twin-turbo V-6 (443 hp, 405 lb-ft)
  • Panamera GTS: 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 (473 hp, 457 lb-ft)
  • Panamera Turbo S: High-output 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 (620 hp, 604 lb-ft)

If you're looking to improve the efficiency of your daily commute without sacrificing thrilling performance, the Porsche Panamera offers an E-Hybrid system that combines a V-6 or V-8 powerplant with a plug-in electric powertrain.

  • Panamera 4 E-Hybrid: Twin-turbo V-6 PHEV (455 hp, 516 lb-ft); EPA-estimated 19 miles of electric-only range
  • Panamera 4S E-Hybrid: Twin-turbo V-6 PHEV (552 hp, 553 lb-ft); EPA-estimated 19 miles of electric-only range
  • Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid: Twin-turbo V-8 PHEV (690 hp, 641 lb-ft); EPA-estimated 17 miles of electric-only range

Porsche Taycan

The Porsche Taycan blends the automaker's legendary competition heritage with cutting-edge electric vehicle technology to deliver ultimate exhilaration with zero tailpipe emissions. While battery-powered vehicles typically have a single gear, the Porsche Taycan introduced the industry's first two-speed EV transmission, enabling quicker acceleration from a stop. Additionally, each Taycan motor features an overboosted Launch Control setting that briefly increases horsepower. Available powertrain-based trims include:

  • Taycan (RWD): 321-402 horsepower (0-60: 5.1s)
  • Taycan 4S (AWD): 429-522 horsepower (0-60: 3.8s)
  • Taycan GTS (AWD): 509-590 horsepower (0-60: 3.5s)
  • Taycan Turbo (AWD): 616-670 horsepower (0-60: 3.0s)
  • Taycan: 616-750 horsepower (0-60: 2.6s)

Size and Accommodations

Porsche Panamera

  • Styles: Sedan, Sport Turismo
  • L x W x H (inches): 199 x 78.2 x 55.8 (56.2: Sport Turismo)
  • Seats: 4 - 5
  • Cargo Space: 17.5 - 47.3 cubic feet
  • Cargo Space (Sport Turismo): 18.3 - 49 cubic feet

Porsche Taycan

  • Styles: Sedan, Sport Turismo, Cross Turismo
  • L x W x H (inches): 195.4 x 77.5 x 54.3 (55.5 Cross/Sport Turismo)
  • Seats: 4 - 5
  • Trunk Space: 14.3 cubic feet
  • Cargo Space (Sport Turismo/Cross Turismo): 15.8 - 42.8 cubic feet

The Panamera and Taycan have similar profiles and recognizable Porsche styling; however, the Taycan is easily distinguished by its unique narrow headlight clusters and lower front grille. Inside, the differences are a bit more pronounced. Each offers a standard 2+2 layout, with both rows enjoying their own controls and chairs separated by a console armrest. However, a five-passenger arrangement is available, replacing the rear console with a small center seat.

Both models exude luxury, with plush yet supportive seating, premium materials, and opulent upgrades like heated and ventilated front and rear seats with massage, soft-close doors, and quad-zone automatic climate control. However, the Panamera's slightly larger exterior dimensions translate to more spacious passenger accommodations with extra headroom and legroom. The Panamera's liftback design also provides increased practicality, with more cargo space than either the Taycan Sport Turismo or Cross Turismo.

Technology

While both models offer appealing tech features, including advanced infotainment systems and driver aids, the Porsche Taycan boasts a technological showcase that highlights its future-focused nature. This is most evident in the amount of screen real estate.

  • Porsche Panamera: The Panamera features a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen with integrated navigation and smartphone integration via Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay. All models also get a wireless smartphone charging pad and driver aids like forward collision mitigation, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and front and rear parking sensors.

  • Porsche Taycan: The Taycan has a slightly smaller infotainment touchscreen than the Panamera (10.9 inches). However, where the Panamera has a gear selector, the Taycan adds another 8.4-inch touchscreen, providing easy access to cabin controls without interrupting the seamless interior layout. The most dramatic difference is in the instrumentation. While the Panamera has traditional gauges, the Taycan boasts a striking 16.8-inch curved digital gauge cluster. It's customizable to your viewing preferences and lets you view driving metrics, turn-by-turn directions, driver-aid status, and more in stunning high resolution. Collision mitigation, lane-keeping assist, and front/rear parking sensors are standard. However, adaptive cruise control is optional.

Test-Drive the Porsche Panamera and Porsche Taycan near Hillsborough and High Bridge

Reach out to Porsche Flemington to learn more about the latest Porsche models and their available configuration options, special financing offers and incentives, and how you can order one tailored to your needs and lifestyle. If you'd like to compare the accommodations and driving dynamics of the Taycan and Panamera firsthand, we welcome you to visit our New Jersey Porsche dealership for a test drive. We would love to give you a tour.

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