PORSCHE Panamera Turbo S (970) 2013-2016 Photos, engines & full specs

In 2013, Porsche refreshed the Panamera lineup. But there were not only visual changes but some technical improvements as well enhanced one of the fastest four-door sedans on the market.

The four-door Porsche was a dream made true in 2009 with the introduction of the Panamera. It was not the best time to launch a sport-luxury car on the market since the world was still in an economic crisis. Some countries, such as China and Turkey, were not affected as bad as others. So, Porsche decided to launch its four-door vehicle in Shanghai. The facelift was launched in the same location, in 2013.

The Turbo S model was introduced later that year, at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show. The facelifted model featured new headlights and taillights, which looked more similar to those found in a 911. The Panamera 2014 model was offered with either a standard or long-wheelbase. The latter featured a 150 mm (5.9”) bigger distance between the axles and that led to a much bigger interior room, especially for the rear passengers.

Inside, there were 14-way adjustable power-seats fitted as standard in the front and two individual seats in the rear. The two passengers in the Panamera Turbo S (with the long-wheelbase) received 12 cm (4.7”) more legroom. A central armrest was fitted as standard for them and it included cup holders and individual climate controls.

For the drivetrain, Porsche added 50 additional horsepower than the Panamera Turbo. The 4.8-liter V8 turbocharged engine was mated to a standard PDK (Porsche Dual-Clutch) 7-speed automatic gearbox. The PCCB (Porsche Carbon Ceramic Brakes) were fitted as standard.