2023 Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo

Overview

The Panamera sedan existed for nearly a decade before Porsche introduced the Sport Turismo wagon variant, which coincided with the arrival of the second-gen model. At the time, only select trim levels were available for the five-door. After the mild refresh in 2021, however, the automaker allowed buyers to have either body configuration in any flavor they fancied. This is still true for 2023, meaning shoppers can choose between the 4, 4S, GTS, or Turbo S versions with either conventional gas engines or a hybridized powertrain—except for the GTS, which doesn’t offer the hybrid option. Got all that? While we’ve yet to run any of the latest Panamera Sport Turismo wagons through our extensive testing regimen, we did spend quality time behind the wheel of a Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo. Once again we came away impressed, especially with the seamless integration of hybrid technology, including its power delivery and the effectiveness of its regenerative braking system. The Sport Turismo may be the wagonized version of the Panamera sedan, but that doesn’t stop it from living up to the brand’s image. Like its sedan sibling, it delivers the kind of performance that serious drivers can revel in.

What’s New for 2023?

Porsche hasn’t made any significant changes to the Panamera Sport Turismo for the 2023 model year.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

We think the Sport Turismo 4S strikes the best balance between performance and value, with its 443-hp twin-turbo 2.9-liter V-6 and standard all-wheel drive. While there are seemingly endless combinations of options, we’d keep our picks simple. The Premium package has blind-spot monitoring, a Bose audio system, passive entry, and more power adjustments for the front seats as well as memory settings. In addition to rear-axle steering for added maneuverability and a better-sounding exhaust system, the Sport package includes the Sport Chrono package. The latter brings a dash-mounted stopwatch, a drive-mode selector on the steering wheel, a performance display, and a Sport Plus setting with launch control that optimizes the wagon’s performance characteristics.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

Porsche offers the Panamera Sport Turismo with a diverse selection of gas-only and plug-in-hybrid powertrains. Regardless of what’s under the hood, every version features an ultra-quick eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. The base Panamera 4 Sport Turismo uses a 325-hp twin-turbo 2.9-liter V-6, but there’s also a more powerful version of it that makes 443 horses on the 4S model. A twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 provides the GTS with a gutsy 473 horsepower, and the new Turbo S now makes 620 ponies. Except for the GTS, there’s an E-Hybrid variant of every trim level that adds an electric motor, a 17.9-kWh battery pack, and a charging port to their traditional engine. At the top of the Panamera Sport Turismo pyramid is the Turbo S E-Hybrid that develops a whopping 690 horsepower combined. Porsche claims a top speed of 196 mph and a zero-to-60-mph run that takes two seconds flat. While we’ve spent some time behind the wheel of the updated station wagon, we’ve yet to run it through our instrumented testing gamut to confirm that claim. We’ll be sure to let you know if we do. Since the lineup has so much variety in power levels, and Porsche offers a plethora of performance add-ons, the driving experiences will vary depending on the powertrains and equipment.

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Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

The most efficient nonhybrid Panamera Sport Turismo is the base 4 model, which earns fuel economy ratings of 18 mpg city and 23 mpg highway. The GTS model is the least efficient, with ratings of 15 mpg city and 22 highway. Meanwhile, the thriftiest E-Hybrid model is rated at 51 MPGe combined. Once we have the opportunity to run the updated models on our 75-mph highway fuel-economy route—part of our extensive testing regimen—we can evaluate their real-world mpg. For more information about the Panamera Sport Turismo’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

The interior of the Panamera Sport Turismo looks and feels every bit of its six-figure price. As with any Porsche, the Sport Turismo’s options list is long, pricey, and includes items ranging from the lavish (massaging front and rear seats) to the ludicrous (leather-covered climate-control vents). Although taller riders may find rear-seat legroom to be on the snug side, the Panamera Sport Turismo offers plenty of rear headroom for passengers large and small. The Panamera Sport Turismo’s cargo bay is noticeably smaller than its wagon rivals, but it held seven carry-on suitcases and another 13 with the rear seat folded. The Sport Turismo’s lift-over height is on the taller side of the class, but it’s much lower than the regular hatchback. Generous door pockets, a reasonably sized glovebox, and an awkwardly shaped center-console bin serve as the Porsche station wagon’s main interior storage spaces.

The Car and Driver Difference

Infotainment and Connectivity

While the Panamera Sport Turismo’s 12.3-inch infotainment screen looks pretty, its attractive wrapper hides a messy interface with overcomplicated menus, ergonomic challenges, and functional limitations. Otherwise, its infotainment system has standard desirable features such as Apple CarPlay integration, built-in navigation, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. Strangely, Android Auto capability and wireless phone charging are unavailable throughout the lineup. Notably, a 21-speaker Burmester sound system is available for audiophiles, though it rings up an extra charge of nearly $6,000.

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Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The Porsche wagon is available with a variety of driver-assistance technology, including a 360-degree camera system and night vision. For more information about the Panamera Sport Turismo’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:

Standard lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist Available blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert Available adaptive cruise control

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Porsche has a competitive limited and powertrain warranty. Its 24-hour roadside-assistance program spans the same amount of time, while complimentary scheduled maintenance is also included for a short period.

Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles Powertrain warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles Complimentary maintenance is covered for one year or 10,000 miles

Specifications

Specifications:

VEHICLE TYPE: front-engine, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door hatchback

PRICE AS TESTED: $170,100 (base price: $155,050)

ENGINE TYPE: twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 32-valve V-8, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection

Displacement: 244 cu in, 3996 cc
Power: 550 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque: 567 lb-ft @ 1960 rpm

TRANSMISSION: 8-speed dual-clutch automatic with manual shifting mode

CHASSIS:
Suspension (F/R): multilink/multilink
Brakes (F/R): 16.1-in vented disc/15.0-in vented disc
Tires: Continental ContiSportContact 5P, F: 275/35ZR-21 103Y R: 315/30ZR-21 105Y

DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 116.1 in
Length: 198.8 in
Width: 76.3 in Height: 56.4 in
Passenger volume: 98 cu ft
Cargo volume: 18 cu ft
Curb weight: 4743 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS:
Zero to 60 mph: 3.2 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 8.0 sec
Zero to 130 mph: 14.2 sec
Zero to 150 mph: 20.6 sec
Rolling start, 5–60 mph: 4.5 sec
Top gear, 30–50 mph: 2.5 sec
Top gear, 50–70 mph: 2.8 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 11.6 sec @ 120 mph
Top speed (drag limited, mfr’s claim): 188 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 145 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 1.01 g

C/D FUEL ECONOMY:
Observed: 16 mpg
75-mph highway driving: 23 mpg
Highway range: 540 miles

EPA FUEL ECONOMY:
Combined/city/highway: 20/18/23 mpg

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