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Great! (When its working...)
SadOwner, 12/14/2019
2018 Porsche Panamera 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
46 of 46 people found this review helpful
I have had the car for 9 months and driven 14K miles... The handling and performance is superb until the transmission can't decide on a gear. Sometimes "reverse gear is unavailable." (It's a Porsche, I don't need reverse). No really, can't select reverse! Electronics remind me of a Christmas tree, there is always some warning light on. Don't worry if one disappears another will take its place. This is truly impressive. The soft touch doors fail intermittently. Cruise- control cuts out. Alarm goes off. Engine loses drive when turning and crossing traffic,(T-bone anyone?) Traction control is always a bump away... Had a o2 sensor fail. Car would not start. Had a fuel sensor fail, car would not start. So far 4 trips to the shop, totaling 18 days without the car. Buyer reconsider, there are other good looking cars out there that actually work. I am pursuing this vehicle as a Lemon.
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road handling great...electronics suck
Seabolt, 07/26/2018
updated 02/20/2020
2018 Porsche Panamera 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
69 of 71 people found this review helpful
The redesign was a huge hit. The 911-ish back end vs the old 'fat butt' is a smart move. Road handling excellent. MPG surprisingly good (28 hwy). Electronics suck and the driver interface was evidently designed by committee. Sometimes CarPlay works...sometimes not. Takes forever for the software to load every time you start the car. Too many ways to control the same thing (climate, media etc) - and a lot of it is not intuitive. Audi electronics are far better. (my 5 yr old Mercedes CLS was more advanced). Two of the five clusters on my dash currently 'out' (dark). First time it happened (then went back on) dealer said they couldn't find a cause. Front end suspension squeak unable to resolve, though great dealership service
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Personal review of the 4S Sport Turismo
David Chen, 07/25/2018
2018 Porsche Panamera 4S Sport Turismo 4dr Wagon AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
25 of 25 people found this review helpful
Starting off, the looks on this car are gorgeous. It stands out from the crowd of "boring" looking cars and can give you some unwarranted attention on the road or driving in town. Most people won't know that the car is a Porsche however they'll know when they hear it. So my car: a Panamera 4S Sport Turismo (a mouthful to say haha) is Volcano Grey Metallic with the 21 inch high gloss black rims. It has the standard interior in black (enough for me as there's still leather everywhere in the car), Surround View Camera (360 degree camera system that I highly recommend getting if you don't want to scrape your front bumper or expensive rims), Sport Package (which includes the sports exhaust system in black **when put into sport or sport + the car pops and crackles on each up shift and downshift, sport chrono pack **makes the car faster with a faster 0-60 and higher top speed @180mph, and rear axle steering **a must for such a large car like this). I recently picked up the car this month of July 2018 and have already driven nearly 800 miles on it. Talking about the driving dynamics, the car handles so smoothly and there is no transmission out there that shifts as quick or as smoothly as the PDK. The Sport Turismo (fun fact) comes standard with a 3 level air suspension. If you're wondering how much of a lift the car can get, it is approx 0.5 inch or more. With the sport chrono option, you're also able to do launch control (and don't worry, you can do this an unlimited amount of times) which is an exhilarating experience. Moving onto the interior and daily usability of the technology inside. At first, all this tech can seem daunting and confusing at times. However, it took me personally around 20-25 min playing around with all the settings to fully understand the car (it's basically a giant iPad). One of the cool things about the navigation is that it can be put into 3D Google Earth mode. It's very easy to input destinations or look for certain places without putting in the destination. For the media, you have Bluetooth, jukebox, aux, Sirius XM, and more. My car does not have the extra $5k Burmester Speaker system but has the standard Bose system which still sounds fantastic. In regards to daily driveability and interior space, the sport turismo offers a little bit of more room than the standard panamera but has a lower loading height (if you want a more detailed video, I'd recommend watching Doug Demuro's review of the car on YouTube). The car in normal mode is alright and what I would consider to be the "boring" mode. The air suspension soaks up bumps very well even with my car's 21 inch rims. In sport or sport plus the chassis and suspension become more stiff and the engine becomes more responsive and "alive". I was surprised that even in the most stiff, most fun mode (sport +) that the car still rode very smoothly (props to Porsche engineering). Overall, if you're in the market for a wagon for the family but you still want it to drive like a sports car, the Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo satisfies both aspects. If you have any more questions about this car or my review, feel free to DM me on instagram @sportturismo_4S.
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2018 Panamera AWD Turbo Review
M.S., 11/14/2017
updated 05/15/2018
2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8AM)
69 of 72 people found this review helpful
Update: multiple electronic issues including a complete shut down while driving. Trim coming off. Carpet buckling without any use. First car I ever regret purchasing. Sorry to say.
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Basic issues need fixed before spending $115,000
Rajesh M, 09/09/2018
2018 Porsche Panamera 4 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
55 of 58 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2018 Panamera 4, 3 months ago. Head turner for sure. Wow factor, yes. Could not connect the garage door opener despite multiple attemtps. Dealership technician came to home and still not able to fix it. The engine sputters when decelerating on inclines. Not happy about these 2 issues. Has speech recognition button installed in car but the function has been deactivated (not sure why and the dealership's answer does not make any sense). Why put in a button and then deactivate it. Apple car play only works if phone connected via USB to the car and not wireless (in this day and age!!)
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Update on my previous rating above...
M.S., 01/25/2018
2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8AM)
68 of 73 people found this review helpful
Now reliability is becoming an issue. Rear passenger carpet buckling for no reason. Computer system completely crashed while driving to work causing total blackout of PCM and shift lights. Second key fob has been replaced once already with this one failing as well. Drink holder rubber falling off after one use of a small VOSS water bottle. There is also a known issue with window tint on the Panamera for a few years now. (Since I've never liked the prior I never paid too much attention.) Apparently the inner window guides scratch the tint. Front doors only really on my car. Mine isn't bad but I have a perfectly etched line on both of my front windows tint now. There are no proven fixes, either live with it or don't tint. Some people have horrible multi-scratches on their tint making it look awful. So Porsche hooked my car up to their computer and found a fault but have to report to headquarters in Germany for what to do. Hmmmmm $185k for a car I drive to work and all this?? Not too happy. It is a 2018 model as well.
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Owned one and Never again!
Longsofty, 09/03/2018
updated 09/06/2019
2018 Porsche Panamera 4S 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
85 of 93 people found this review helpful
Owned the car for about 10 months and the car was in the shop at dealer for total of 7 months in and out. Yes, I literally drove the car myself about 3 months. There is a true quality issue with this car or perhaps its a Porsche thing. Many fan boys over look all the issue they encounter or they ignore them thinking Porsche is Apple. Arrogant Dealership didn't help. Car was a Lemon and I had to push Porsche to buy back. PCM goes out all the time, car rattled interior and exterior, Chrono clock alwyas stopped working, engine light galore, subwoofer kept going in and out and other issues. Porsche is trying to be too big too fast, until they get their quality under control, they need to go back to basics. I have owned Mercedes, BMW, Land Rover, etc. This by far was the most troubled vehicle. I guess this can be considered a VW Passat with a $140k body kit. Porsche customer care is a joke.
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2018 4S
Baby boomer car junkie, 01/13/2021
updated 07/13/2022
2018 Porsche Panamera 4S 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I love this car. Previously had a 2019 Macan 4S (which is an awesome little car) but needed something bigger for all my highway travel. Before that a 2007 MB 550SL (loved it). Bought this one as a lease turn-in with 6400 miles on it. No issues. Ever. Had it for almost 3 years now and nothing but routine service. This is an awesome daily driver with the cajones to impress. More than I need but whatever? My experience? I would recommend the Panamera 4S to anyone.
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The Dynamic Pleasure
Design Enthuisiest, 10/31/2017
2017 Porsche Panamera Turbo 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8AM)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
The 2017 Panamera Turbo is exceptional on all fronts. It is such an amazing improvement on the old model in every way. The drive, fit, finish and updated electronics are all outstanding. This car is by far the best car in its class and we have driven all of them.
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I love driving my 2018 Panamera
Bill Baldwin, 11/18/2019
2018 Porsche Panamera 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
Living around a large lake in SW Virginia, I love driving the twisty roads around the lake, using the paddle shifting to downshift into curves and then upshift on straight aways. I've always had manual shift cars and don't miss that too much. My first long road trip was returning from Little Compton, RI to SW Virginia in 13 hours, straight, with 2 stops, 760 miles. I wasn't even tiried when I got home, having driven the entire way. The seats are so comfortable! Several months ago I drove from the Greenbrier, WV down route 311 to Roanoke, VA with 79 hairpin curves. What a kick! Just touched the brakes, using mostly the paddle shifting. The continual plus is that this car is a head turner. At least twice a month a stranger will come up to me and tell me how great my car looks. In addition, I love the throaty sound the pipes make when accelerating. This is a wonderful car that is a delight to drive!
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AWD 4S is a race car with a "stealthy" look
Ben, 10/04/2021
2018 Porsche Panamera 4S 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Smooth sure-footed luxury until you floor it. Twin turbo V6 has 440hp and 4.3 second speed. Pushes you back and roars like the beast it really is. Best car ever. Does it all and has BIG hatchback room. Mustangs sound tough but don't stand a chance against THIS!
German Cadillac
DRAJ, 02/06/2022
2018 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
2018 Panamera executive with front/rear massage seats, all seats heated/vented. Rear seat console to handle audio, climate, destination etc. Spacious enough to carry a Dualtron X with seats down. Compare to previous generation Panamera it is comfort and luxury. I drove last generation and felt like a 4 person Cayman. Huge car, they call it the big boss at the dealer. My family is growing, I have to upgrade to SUV. I just sold it back to my dealer but grateful to have the opportunity to enjoy this vehicle for nearly 4 years.
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Everything I Wanted (and expected) Plus More!
JC, 10/16/2017
2018 Porsche Panamera 4S 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
While I have only had the car a few weeks, it is everything I expected. Luxurious and refined when desired or a "beast" when you want performance. (Just choose regular, sport, sport plus or custom driving mode.) The car grips the road, including corners, like no sedan I have ever driven. The seats are ultra-comfortable, front and rear. My ratings on reliability and value are only four stars because it is too early to know. Overall I am very pleased with zero regrets. Don't waste another moment spoil yourself today.
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Redesigned Panamera 4 is a, “HomeRun”!!!!
D.B., 01/24/2018
2018 Porsche Panamera 4 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
17 of 22 people found this review helpful
I owned a 2011 Panamera 4 and the vehicle turned heads, sometime for the right reasons, or for all the wrong reasons. Either you loved the design or hated the shape/lines of old Panamera. The engineer got it right this time around....the car is gorgeous. Everywhere I go, I’m approached regarding the new design and people love it. The interior of the new Panamera is just as exciting as the exterior. The interior is very comfortable, well appointed, and hi-tech. Multiple buttons on both sides of console are gone. Very well designed interior and user friendly. I love everything about this vehicle, and wouldn’t change a thing. Job Well Done Porsche engineers!!!
The 4S is marred by a lousy engine
AB, 12/02/2017
2017 Porsche Panamera 4S 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
22 of 29 people found this review helpful
Just replaced my 2017 Panamera 4S for a Panamera turbo. The 2017 and later 4S engine is definitely a disappointment compared to the naturally aspirated V8 of the 2010-2013 model. It is a tiny 2.9 L V6 with twin turbos and has a horrible engine sound and feels very weak until the turbos kick in. It does perform when revved hard but lacks instant throttle response. It let down the whole experience of driving what would otherwise be a good car. The worst aspect is that it is not any more economical than the old V8 and in my experience is a lot thirstier.DONT be fooled by the mpg figures quoted on the sticker. It does NOTHING alike the 21-28mpg quoted. I almost never got over 13 mpg in urban driving and rarely more than 20 mpg on the highway. IN fact many times I got 10 mpg. The problem is that to get any performance from the car you have to rev the engine so hard that the mpg becomes lousy. The small V6 twin turbo is designed to provide great numbers on the govt tests but NOT under normal driving ( remember the VW diesel scandal anyone?- this is similar from the same company!). What a difference the Panamera Turbo model. IT is a 4 L V8 and in a differnt league in terms of engine sound and responsiveness.PLus it gives much better mileage than the 4Sengine despite being more powerful. DO yourself a favor and DONT buy the 4S. You will be throwing a lot of money on a crap engine - not what you want from a Porsche
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2018 Porsche Panamera 4S...There is no substitute!
BritBoy, 10/23/2018
2018 Porsche Panamera 4S 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car is brilliant! Providing the bridge between a sports car and a sedan with performance, style and a great driving experience. Love all the tech in the car and the sport design package.
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2018 Panamara S Disappoints
AJ Coppola, 12/18/2018
2018 Porsche Panamera 4 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
16 of 22 people found this review helpful
I currently own a 2013 Panamara 4 and was eager to get an ‘18 S edition as a loaner. It may be tough to complain about such a well built car but when comparing my 2013 to the 2018 it disappointed me in three ways: 1) the dash board is higher and the clock impeded my vision 2) the total electronic dashboard was impossible to use with gloves on (I live in NE Ohio). Also, the layout is not intuitive compared to previous year models when Porsche employed its long endeared one button one function philosophy 3) the variable ratio power steering did not seem to work. Overall it is usually the minor things that disappoint an owner of and potential buyer of $100K+ vehicles. I’m surprised at Porsche’s lack of attention to detail on this successful model for the car brand.
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4 dr 911
Van Oppens, 02/25/2019
2017 Porsche Panamera 4S 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Great sedan with real Porsche sport DNA. Quick and fun to drive, but not the easiest to get into tight parking spaces. Very comfortable for 4 "full size" adults.
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2018 Panamera
MXA, 04/25/2021
2018 Porsche Panamera 4 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Excellent car. Very well built and interior design is very thought out. Everything is visually pleasing and things are well placed.
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Really good car , bad transmission
Matt, 10/14/2018
2018 Porsche Panamera 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
10 of 15 people found this review helpful
I never liked the first panamera , the new model is a complete different car .the design and technology are really advanced , even the base engine is powerful , car sounds good , interior is amazing ! My only cons is the transmission ... it is not as fast as it should be , there is also lots of transmission noise ( specially when you come to a stop or when starting from the stop point ) , the worst is the shocks you are having . Porsche should really work in this !
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Worth It !
Arlo, 09/10/2021
2018 Porsche Panamera 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Purchased ‘lease return’. Car properly maintained prior to my purchasing it, and no problems. I LOVE this car.
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Gorgeous, head turning beauty
DoctorL, 08/16/2021
updated 02/20/2024
2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Executive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8AM)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Have had no issues at all with my Turbo S E-Hybrid Executive. This beauty has performed beyond what I had hoped for and almost every time I drive it, I get a thumbs up or nod of approval…and after a few years of owning it, I would buy another in a heartbeat….already planning the next Porsche purchase.
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the 2017 Panamera 4 is very near perfect
Mark, 11/03/2017
2017 Porsche Panamera 4 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
This car is incredible in many ways. It is a head turner from an esthetic standpoint and has exhilarating performance. It is a fantastic car to drive. Can't say enough about all the design features.
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2010 Turbo to 2017 Turbo - Just say Wow!
Daddy, 05/08/2018
2017 Porsche Panamera Turbo 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8AM)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
Okay....I was so spoiled by my 2010 Panny. All the people that said it was so ugly came around when it pinned them back in their seats. It had the growl, it had the moves, it had the Panache. So after 8 years and I wanted to trade in my convertible for a Targa I never even envisioned parting with my Panny. So after not getting to a deal, the sales guy said “if you really want a deal my sales manager is trying to get rid of a new 2017 Panamera”. Now, the 2018’s have been out over six months, I’m thinking who wants some 2017 demo ride. Well it turns out this 2017 black with all black smoked out accessories had exactly 22 miles on it. I had to admit it looked go but I tried to fight it. I thought...my 2010 cockpit would never be matched. Sliding in, she felt strange. She turn quicker due to the rear wheel steering. She felt like a smaller car driving but did not feel small space wise from the inside. Then she growled when I hit the throttle...they are now piping the growl through the speakers....how sweet. Oh I miss my cockpit still, my lighted door sills, the window shades I never used, and even that thermal tinting that fails to allow my EZpass toll transmitter but a small cut out to function. Yea all those little things you love and hate after eight years of a marriage, but they all went poof when while sitting at a light on a gorgeous spring day with the windows down, a guy turning the corner leans his head out the window and says “Boss Car!” Yes it is and I punch it.
The Classic Car
Kyleigh, 02/09/2019
2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Executive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8AM)
8 of 17 people found this review helpful
The car goes super fast and be careful no to press the gas pedal really hard or you will either spin or lose control
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Show Stopper
Blue One, 02/02/2021
2018 Porsche Panamera 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Excellent beautiful Panamera. Excellent reviews by edmunds.com!
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Awesomeness, with all possible upgrades
DSH , 02/27/2024
2017 Porsche Panamera 4S 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love: night vision, adaptive cruise, heated & vented seats, 5 types massage on driver and passenger seats, exceptional maintenance
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Enjoy the dealership experience
DisappointedinaPorsche, 05/23/2024
2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8AM)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The vehicle is great to drive when you are able to do so. Despite the vehicle being under both the federally-mandated powertrain warranty and the CPO warranty, Porsche has had my car for 5 months awaiting a new hybrid battery. The date for repair keeps slipping out with no commitment to when it can be repaired and returned to me. I was very excited to get my first Porsche - now I am regretting having ever bought it.
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Satisfied
Vince, 12/22/2024
2018 Porsche Panamera 4 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8AM)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have a 2018 base model Panamera that I purchased used. I got it 3 years ago with 20k miles on it. It now has 55k and I absolutely love it. Overall it has been reliable. I’ve had one problem so far. That was a minor oil leak that the Porsche dealership fixed very affordably. The motor and trans function flawlessly everyday. It has electrical glitches here and there that repair themselves (just a Porsche characteristic). Other than that, it’s an amazing car.