2012 Porsche Panamera Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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The 2012 Porsche Panamera packs a powerful punch. No newsflash there. Power, performance and Porsche have long gone hand in hand, and the 2012 Porsche Panamera quickly fit the formula when it arrived three years ago and has added to the power picture each year simce.

The Porsche Panamera Turbo S bursts onto the scene for 2012, a high-end addition that boasts a 4.8-liter, twin-turbo V8 good for 550 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. What’s more, “Sport” and “Sports Plus” modes on the Turbo S feature an overboost function that kicks that torque up to 590 lb-ft. A combination of improved turbochargers, engine control modifications and titanium-aluminum turbine wheels led to the increase in power.

The Panamera features an assortment of high-performance powerplants as it steps up to the Turbo S. The base Panamera gets a quick 3.6-liter V6 that is good for 300 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque and can move from 0 to 60 in 6 seconds flat, Porsche says. The 2012 Porsche Panamera S and 4S come with a 4.8-liter V8 at 400 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. The 2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo ups those numbers to 500 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque.

EPA estimates for the 2012 Porsche Panamera range from 18 mpg city/27 highway for the base model to the 15/23 of the Turbo and Turbo S. The Panamera and Panamera S are rear-wheel drive, and the Panamera 4, 4S and Turbos are all-wheel drive. All of the Panameras get Porsche’s Dopplekupplung (DPK) transmission, which is a 7-speed, dual clutch, automated-manual system.

The thing is, the 2012 Porsche Panameras are far more than merely rocket ships on wheels, too. Since the Panamera's arrival, reviewers have raved about the four-seater’s versatility as a sporty, four-door luxury car that can be many things to many people – as long as those people have deep pockets, of course. They love the power and handling and acceleration – Porsche says the Turbo S can get from 0 to 60 in 3.6 seconds, and some experts claim that’s being conservative – and love the interior and ride of the Panamera as well.

All the goodies and all the power come at an escalating price, certainly. The entry-level 2012 Porsche Panamera starts at about $75,000, the Turbo S is almost $100,000 more than that, and to get it fully loaded pushes the number close to $200,000. But what’s a six-figure bump among friends and Porsche lovers?

Experts praise the cabins of the 2012 Porsche Panameras for their roominess, comfort and technological features. The Panamera looks, drives and rides like a sports car, they note, but it also has enough sedan interior attributes to make it a fine choice for a longer cruise. The rear seats of the hatchback fold down to leave 44.6 cubic feet of cargo space in the back, leaving room for a couple of bicycles or four suitcases.

A moonroof, Bluetooth hands-free phone connection, automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel and Porsche’s communications control unit, which allows for adjusting audio and other systems with a touchscreen, are just a few of the features that come standard throughout the 2012 Porsche Panamera lineup.

All trims also have a rear parking alert system, and a parking assist system is an option. The Panamera S and 4S come with partial-leather seats, and the fronts are heated. The Turbo and Turbo S get leather throughout, and front and rear seats are heated.

Porsche offers a wide assortment of options with the Panamera as well, from a rear-view camera to four-zone automatic air conditioning, and from a rear entertainment setup to a 16-speaker, 1,000-watt Burmeister High-End Surround Sound audio system with a 300-watt amplifier.

Porsche sends the 2012 Panamera out with traction and stability control, antilock brakes (with brake assist) and a full array of airbags, including knee bags for the driver and front seat passenger. Ceramic brakes are available.

A. Lessels
Published May 31, 2022 by A. Lessels

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by Harold R
Apr 30, 2023
Value very good - Drives we’ll, and handle as a Porsche should.Apr 30, 2023
by Carlos D
Mar 22, 2023
Mejor excelente el servicio como nunca siempre atento % recomendar Mar 22, 2023
by Michael K
Apr 25, 2022
Panamera Turbo S in a league of it own. The car defies physics as you think how big and heavy this car is it handles like no other car. Drive one any opportunity you get and only then will you truly appreciate the engineering behind this car.Apr 25, 2022

2012 Porsche Panamera Pricing

Original MSRP
$75,200 to $173,200
Price range
$20,649 to $21,929
Average price on CG
$20,649
YoY price change
$21,114 to $20,649

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · CD changer: 6 · 6 disc CD/DVD in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM-ready satellite radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 11 · 235 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.7 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.9 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Beverage cooler: cooled storage compartment · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: leather · Interior accents: Alcantara · Shift knob trim: carbon fiber · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 4 total · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: power side window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Exterior Features

Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Grille color: black · Paint: metallic · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Instrument cluster screen size: 4.8 in. · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: cornering · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Auto-dimming mirrors: rearview · Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 14

Rear Seats

Power adjustments: 8 · Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bench · Heated: front and rear · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: two-tone · Ventilated: front and rear

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: painted alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM-ready satellite radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 235 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.7 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.9 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Beverage cooler: cooled storage compartment · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: leather · Interior accents: Alcantara · Shift knob trim: aluminum · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 4 total · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: power side window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Limited slip differential: center

Exterior Features

Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Grille color: black · Paint: metallic · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Instrument cluster screen size: 4.8 in. · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: self-leveling · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Auto-dimming mirrors: rearview · Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 14

Rear Seats

Power adjustments: 8 · Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bench · Heated: front and rear · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather · Ventilated: front and rear

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: painted alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · CD changer: 6 · 6 disc CD/DVD in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 11 · 235 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.7 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Beverage cooler: cooled storage compartment · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Interior accents: Alcantara · Shift knob trim: alcantara · Steering wheel trim: wood

Convenience Features

Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: second row · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 4 total · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: power side window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 14

Exterior Features

Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Grille color: black · Paint: metallic · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Instrument cluster screen size: 4.8 in. · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure

Lights

Headlights: self-leveling · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Power adjustments: 8 · Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front and rear · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: two-tone · Ventilated: front and rear

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: painted alloy

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: Sirius ready · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 235 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Beverage cooler: cooled storage compartment · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: wood · Interior accents: Alcantara · Shift knob trim: aluminum · Steering wheel trim: wood

Convenience Features

Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: second row · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 4 total · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: power rear window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 14

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Limited slip differential: center

Exterior Features

Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Grille color: black · Paint: metallic · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Instrument cluster screen size: 4.8 in. · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: HID · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 14

Rear Seats

Power adjustments: 8 · Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front and rear · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: two-tone · Ventilated: front

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: painted alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · 6 disc CD/DVD in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 585 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 15.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Beverage cooler: cooled storage compartment · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: leather · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: wood

Convenience Features

Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: climate control · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 4 total · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: power side window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time

Exterior Features

Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Grille color: black · Paint: metallic · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Instrument cluster screen size: 4.8 in. · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning

Lights

Headlights: HID · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14

Rear Seats

Power adjustments: 8 · Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: front

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bench · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: two-tone · Ventilated: front

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: painted alloy

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 585 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 15.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.8 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Beverage cooler: cooled storage compartment · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: wood · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: wood

Convenience Features

Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: second row · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: climate control · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 4 total · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: power side window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time

Exterior Features

Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Grille color: black · Paint: metallic · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Instrument cluster screen size: 4.8 in. · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure

Lights

Headlights: HID · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14

Rear Seats

Power adjustments: 8 · Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bench · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: two-tone · Ventilated: front

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: painted alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

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