2017 Porsche Panamera - Sport Turismo Revealed

Sport Turismo-Inspired Porsche Panamera Shooting Brake Set To Stun

Thanks to recent confirmation, we know that the brand new second-gen Panamera will be offered in more variations than ever before. One of those new derivatives will be a special body style inspired by the Sport Turismo Concept of 2012.

Details about this version are scarce but it seems likely that it'll sit somewhere between the standard Panamera and the impending Shooting Brake model in terms of its design and interior space.

As demonstrated by this rendering from X-Tomi Design, the key difference between the standard model and the Sport Turismo will be the latter's adoption of a redesigned roof line and tweaked rear end. We can expect the tail lights to go unchanged but the car could be fitted with a new bumper and unique tailpipes. In this image, a subtle rooftop spoiler is also included and could very well make its way into production.

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Porsche revealed details about their new infotainment system and connected services, set to debut in the all-new Panamera.

Onboard tech is quickly becoming one of the most crucial areas of a new model and it won’t be long now before customers start to pick their next car judging heavily on the gadgets on offer.

The new Panamera will come with the latest Porsche Communication Management (PCM) infotainment system, utilizing a 12.3-inch high-res touchscreen with a smartphone-like interface. Users will be able to customize the startup screen and choose their preferred widgets to define their most frequently-used functions.

Multitouch operation is a given with Porsche claiming an instant response time as the touchscreen reacts as soon as the user’s hand approaches, switching from its active overview mode to operating mode. In addition to the integrated CD/DVD player, the new PCM also offers two USB and two SD ports and a 10GB so-called “jukebox” for your media.

The new Porsche Connect module offers a series of services to customers, including a call center in Europe, USA and Asia with customers in China and Japan also getting a 24/7 concierge service.

The module also offers features like Apple CarPlay, a smartphone storage compartment for optimized mobile phone reception, remote control for some of the vehicle’s functions and specific data via a smarphone or an Apple Watch.

Porsche will offer its customers three packages Connect services which can be used free of charge for a certain time period. The first is the Car Connect services which will transmit to your device information like the mileage covered or the remaining driving range. Other functions include the locking/unlocking of the vehicle, navigating instructions to where your car is parked and for E-Hybrid models only remote control of the auxiliary heating, retrieval of hybrid-specific information or programming of the charging timer.

The package of Navigation and Infotainment services adds features like an online navigation system with Google Earth and Street View, flight information with real-time info on arrival-departure times, delays as well as gate and terminal numbers. Even empty spots on the parking lot you are heading will be shown, prior to your arrival.

The third package is the Connect App services, designed to work with Porsche’s Connect app. Journey-planning and organization of destinations is simplified as the app can search for them and send them directly to the car.

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RFX45 said:

love that spoiler

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UTVOL23 said:

Added to the list for options for my next car along with BMW 7 series, S550.

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UTVOL23 said:

Added to the list for options for my next car along with BMW 7 series, S550.

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Brondiesel said:

You really cakin' like that? 100k is in your price range?

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PolosandDunks said:

Much better

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BoyWonder said:

Although I will say that the S class is still the benchmark in the industry, this car is catching up fast.  

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Porsche Exclusive Enhances The New Panamera Inside And Out

In true Porsche Exclusive fashion, the attention to details is what sets these two cars apart from the rest of the stock line-up. The silver variant is a 550PS / 542hp and 770Nm / 568 lb-ft 4.0-liter Turbo that was bedizen with contrasting high-gloss black exterior elements, including the side mirrors, front outlet grilles, and door handles.

Even its exterior SportDesign package was painted in the contrasting hue, making its grin even more vicious. Inside, the automobile comes in a two tone color format and the rear seat entertainment system, with subtle (yet stylish) details throughout.

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