In the first half of 2024 (January to June), Porsche India sold 489 units, which is an impressive 40% increase over the same period the previous year.
The 2025 Porsche Panamera GTS makes 483bhp through a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine. As a result, 0–100km/h acceleration time comes up in 3.6 seconds.
On the design front, with a wider front splitter and black trim elements around the taillights and front bumper, the new-gen Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid stands apart from the Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid.
Powering the India-spec Porsche Panamera is a 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 engine, which produces 349bhp of maximum power and 500Nm of peak torque, up 22.6bhp and 50Nm over the previous-generation model.
Porsche offers the 4 E-Hybrid with 19-inch wheels and black brake callipers, while the 4S E-Hybrid features 20-inch wheels, silver Sport tailpipes, and red brake callipers. Both models, in line with the Panamera's performance ethos, come equipped with the PASM system.
The 2024 Porsche Panamera commands a starting price of Rs 1.68 crore (ex-showroom) and will initially be available exclusively with a V6 engine in the Indian market.
Regarding market rivals, the new-gen Porsche Panamera goes on to compete with the Mercedes-AMG GT63 S e-Performance 4-door Coupe in India, which is currently priced at Rs 3.3 crore (ex-showroom). The official bookings for the sedan are set to commence shortly.
The new-generation Porsche Panamera will be the first model to be adorned with a new Turbonite look instead of a traditional golden hue.
Porsche is gearing up to launch the 2024 Panamera for the global markets on November 24. The all-new Panamera will go through one more generation of engines, including plug-in hybrid & petrol units, before switching to electric power. Let's take a look at the model's interior layout.
The new Porsche Panamera is currently going through final test drives in Barcelona before its global premiere at the Icons of Porsche Festival in Dubai on November 24, 2023. The sportscar will now have four E-Hybrid variants.