2010 Porsche Panamera Preliminary Specifications

The 2010 Porsche Panamera will be available with a six-speed manual or seven-speed sequential manual transmission.

The Basics

Vehicle Type: premium midsize car

Drivetrain

Drive wheels: rear or all

Engine: 3.6-liter V-6, 4.8-liter V-8, turbocharged 4.5-liter V-8

Horsepower: 300 (V-6), 400 (V-8), 520 (turbo V-8)

Torque: n/a V-6, V-8; 516 pound-feet for turbo V-8

Transmission: six-speed manual, seven-speed sequential manual

Dimensions (CG estimates)

Wheelbase: 111.0 inches

Length: 190.0 inches

Width: 72.0 inches

Height: 54.5 inches

Base curb weight: 3950 pounds

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