Upgrades to the turbochargers, exhaust manifold, catalytic converters, air filters, and ECU combine to make the 150hp gain, along with an additional 96 lb-ft of torque. This puts the total power output at 700 horsepower and 649 lb-ft of torque, giving the Panamera a 0-62 mph time of just 3.5 seconds, a .2 second shave off the stock version, with a top speed of 211mph.

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Edo also dropped the body by 30mm all around, and sticking it to the pavement is a set of 22-inch carbon-fiber finish wheels, wrapped in a wider set of rubber.

In addition, Edo Competition is offering plenty of interior upgrade options for the Porsche, and an exterior package.

- By: Alexandra Koken

The Panamera’s exterior is fitted with a new hood, bumpers, door mods, and the body is widened by new fenders.

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Inside, the seats are wrapped in premium leather, while crocodile patterned leather coats the center console, armrest, and extends to the dashboard. Offsetting the leather is a Karelian birch wood trim and abundant gold accents on switches, pedals, and more.

This lavish kit includes $204,465 of modifications, leaving the final price tag at $567,850.

- By: Alexandra Koken

The Porsche Cayenne Turbo kit, called the TA 058/T2, puts out enough power to cut the 0-62 time down by a half a second to 4.2 seconds. It comes with new turbos, manifolds, and sport air filter. Carbon fiber accents have also been added around the motor for visual effect.

Techart’s Porsche Panamera Turbo kit also includes Techart turbos and air filter, and bring the motor up to a power output of 630-hp, with 649 lb-ft of torque. The 0-62mph time is dropped to 3.7 seconds on this version.

- By: Alexandra Koken

As the focus of the tuner, the new aerodynamic kit features a unique rear diffuser, and a bigger rear wing. The whole package adds 60mm on both ends of the car. A new set of wheels have been added in Forged Gunmetal, sized at 9.5×22, with 265/30ZR22 tires in the front. The rear gets 305/25ZR22 tires to wrap the 11.0×22 inch wheels. Inside, leather and Alcantara options are available, along with a set of aluminum pedals and piano lacquer for the trim.

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A lowering module is provided by Hamman that drops the Porsche by 30mm all around. In terms of performance, Hamann also increased the output by 79-hp (total of 579-hp) and 88.5 lb-ft of torque (total of 605 lb-ft).

Our take? Just another toy you’ll see driving around in Dubai.

- By: Alexandra Koken

2011 CTS-V Wagon vs 2011 Panamera Turbo vs 2011 X6 M

Bored? Want to watch an interesting drag race? Well, the guys at Motor Trend are here to your rescue. The publication lined up an odd bunch to at the drag strip – including the 556-hp 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon, 500-hp 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo and the 555-hp 2011 BMW X6 M.

Who comes on top and who comes in last? Check out the video after the jump to find out.

- By: Omar Rana

2011 New York: 2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo S

• Key Competitors: BMW 760i, Audi S5, Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG, Maserati Quattroporte, Aston Martin Rapide.
• Power: 4.8L twin-turbo V8 - 550-hp / 553 lb-ft; Sport Chrono Package Turbo adds 590 lb-ft of torque.
• Transmission: 7-speed PDK transmission.
• 0 to 60 mph: 3.8 seconds; 3.6 seconds with Launch Control.
• Top Speed: 191 mph.
• Price: $173,200.

$37,900 – that’s how much more the 2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo S costs than the Porsche Panamera Turbo. Comparatively, the Porsche Panamera Turbo sprints from 0 to 60 mph in 4 seconds while the Porsche Panamera Turbo S does it in 3.8 seconds. Top speed for the Porsche Panamera Turbo is clocked in at 188 mph while the Panamera Turbo S hits 191 mph.

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So yes, $37,900 gives you the ability to go from 0 to 60 mph in .1 seconds faster and allows you travel 3 mph faster. Is it necessary? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section after the jump.

2011 New York: 2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo S:

All Photos Copyright © 2011 Nikolina Kostrevski - egmCarTech.

2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S:

- By: Omar Rana

2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S

Earlier this morning, Porsche dropped all the details on the new 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S. We now have some new high-res photos of the new top-of-the-line Panamera for your viewing pleasure.

Click here for our original post on the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S.

Hit the jump for the updated high-res gallery.

Refresher: Power for the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S comes from 4.8L twin-turbo V8 engine making 550-hp at 6,000 rpm (50-hp more than the Panamera Turbo) with a maximum torque of 553 lb-ft. Opt for the Sport Chrono Package Turbo and you’ll be getting 590 lb-ft of torque in ‘Sport’ and ‘Sport Plus’ mode. The upgrade allows the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S to run from 0 to 62 mph in 3.8 seconds (0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds) when using Launch Control with a top speed of 191 mph. Prices for the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S start at $173,200

2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S:

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2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S

As we reported yesterday, Porsche was rumored to unveil a high-performance Panamera by the name of Panamera Turbo S – well it wasn’t a rumor and here it is. Porsche today unveiled the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S, which will go on sale in June 2011.

Power for the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S comes from 4.8L twin-turbo V8 engine making 550-hp at 6,000 rpm (50-hp more than the Panamera Turbo) with a maximum torque of 553 lb-ft. Opt for the Sport Chrono Package Turbo and you’ll be getting 590 lb-ft of torque in ‘Sport’ and ‘Sport Plus’ mode. The upgrade allows the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S to run from 0 to 62 mph in 3.8 seconds (0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds) when using Launch Control with a top speed of 191 mph.

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Visual upgrades to the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S include 20-inch Turbo II wheels with increased rear axle track width, side skirts, adaptive extending four-way rear spoiler in the exterior color, bi-color leather finish and a bunch of sporty interior trims.

The 2011 Porsche Panamera Tubo S will go on sale in June with prices starting at $173,200. Comparatively, the Panamera Turbo starts at $135,300.

Check out the full high-res gallery and the press release for more info.

2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S:

Press Release:

Passion, performance and luxury catering for the most exacting demands: Panamera Turbo S

Stuttgart. With its new top model in the Gran Turismo model line, Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is raising the bar for sporty four-door cars in the luxury class by yet another notch. The new Panamera Turbo S is a unique combination of performance and efficiency, driving dynamics and comfort. The 4.8 litre, V8 biturbo charged engine delivers 550 hp (410 kW), ten percent or 50 hp (37 kW) more than the already very powerful engine in the Panamera Turbo. By the same token, the torque also increases from 700 to 750 Nm. In the “Sport” and “Sport Plus” mode of the standard Sport Chrono Package Turbo and during kick-down in normal mode, the eight cylinder engine delivers fully 800 Nm with the so-called overboost function.

The power pack is behind the new top-of-the-range Panamera’s record sprint times. Thanks to Launch Control, 100 km/h (62 mph) is reached in 3.8 seconds; the top speed is 306 km/h (191 mph). Despite the increased performance, fuel consumption remains at the moderate level of the Panamera Turbo – yet another example of “Porsche Intelligent Performance”. In the NEDC the Gran Turismo covers 100 kilometres (62 miles) on 11.5 litres of fuel. Fuel consumption falls to 11.3 litres per 100 km (25 mpg imp.) when fitted with the 19 inch, all-season tyres with optimised rolling resistance developed for the Panamera by Michelin.

The increased performance compared with the Panamera Turbo can be attributed to two main enhancements: Improved turbochargers with titanium-aluminium turbine wheels and modified engine control. The use of the innovative titanium-aluminium alloy reduces the weight of the turbine and compressor wheel. This results in a lower moment of inertia and thus in improved and more agile engine responsiveness.

Even for a top luxury class model, Porsche’s new top-of-the-range Panamera boasts an extraordinarily comprehensive equipment level. In keeping with the sporty concept of the high-performance Panamera, it features the most important driving dynamics control systems as standard. For example, Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC), an active roll stabilisation system, nips in the bud the vehicle’s tendency to lean when cornering, thus enhancing agility and comfort in equal measure. Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus) applies a variable torque split to the rear wheels combined with an electronically controlled rear differential lock, thus ensuring superior traction and therefore greater agility in every driving situation. The steering system uses the speed-dependent Servotronic. The Sport Chrono Package Turbo, which tunes the suspension and power unit, making them even sportier by pressing the additional “Sport Plus” button, is also fitted as standard, as is the sports exhaust system for an even more emotional engine sound.

The sporty character of the new Panamera Turbo S is apparent not just in its performance but is also reflected on the exterior. The 20-inch Turbo II wheels with increased rear axle track width, side skirts from the Porsche Exclusive range and the adaptive extending four-way rear spoiler in the exterior colour ensure particularly sporty performance and look. The fusion of exclusivity and sportiness is conveyed in the interior by the bi-colour leather finish, fitted as standard. The new combination of black/cream is offered exclusively for the new Panamera Turbo S with agate grey/cream also being added as an exclusive combination from the autumn.

- By: Omar Rana

2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo

A new report making its way around the Internet suggests that Porsche is planning to unveil a Panamera Turbo S sometime next month. Nothing is official yet, but if the report is believed to be true, we’ll see something at the 2011 Shanghai Motor Show or the 2011 New York Auto Show.

The Porsche Panamera Turbo S will most likely be powered by a 4.8L twin-turbo V8 engine making 542-hp with a maximum torque of 590 lb-ft. That should allow the Panamera Turbo S to go from 0 to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds with a top speed of more than 188 mph.

Sales of the Porsche Panamera Turbo S could start in late June or early July.

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Refresher: The $89,800 Porsche Panamera S is powered by a 400-hp V8 allowing for a 0-60 mph time of 5.2 seconds with a top speed of 175 mph. The $93,800 Panamera 4S is powered by the same 400-hp V8. The $132,600 Porsche Panamera Turbo is powered by a turbocharged V8 making 500-hp allowing for a 0-60 mph time of 4.0 seconds with a top speed of 188 mph. The Porsche Panamera V6 and Porsche Panamera 4 are powered by a 3.6L V6 engine making 300-hp and a peak torque of 295 lb-ft. Prices start at $74,400 for the base V6 Panamera and $78,900 for the V6 Panamera 4.

2011 Porsche Panamera:

- By: Omar Rana

Source: Autgespot

Porsche Panamera Personalization Program

Porsche has unveiled a set of personalization modifications for the new Panamera sedan, which includes a performance increase for the Panamera Turbo, 20-inch Panamera Sport Wheels for the whole Panamera lineup and a Sport Design Package.

The Panamera Turbo Powerkit features two new turbochargers with titanium aluminum turbines and an ECU management that increases output by 40-hp for the Panamera Turbo (standard model gets 500-hp). Torque is increased to 533 lb-ft but if in Sport Plus mode, which is included in the Sport Chrono Turbo Package that is part of the Panamera Turbo Powerkit, torque is increased to 589 lb-ft. While in Sport Plus mode, the Panamera Turbo can go from 0-62 mph in 3.9 seconds 0.1 seconds faster than the production model. Top speed is increased to 190 mph from 188 mph.

Pricing for the extra 40-hp that you may or may not really need? $21,730 and sales will start in November 2010 through Porsche Tequipment.

Porsche is also offering Panamera owners a new Sport Design Package that includes an exterior color painted front fascia with widened black air intake grilles, side skirts and the standard, exterior color rear underbody apron with diffuser and fins. Prices for the Sport Design Package will come in at $4,590 but you’ll have to pay an additional $1,390 for side skirts.

For those that want to upgrade their wheels from the standard Panamera wheels to 20-inch Panamera Sport Wheels, you’ll have to wait until they arrive at your local Porsche dealer to know how much they cost because prices vary by model.

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Porsche Panamera Personalization Program:

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Sportec Porsche Panamera Turbo

Swiss tuning house Sportec has unveiled a two stage performance upgrade for the Porsche Panamera Turbo.

The stage one kit uses a reconfigured ECU that takes output to a “dyno-proven” 560-hp and 576 lb-ft of torque – an increase of 67-hp and 60 lb-ft over the standard Panamera Turbo. That allows 0-62 mph to come in 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 190 mph. The second stage conversion adds a cat-back stainless-steel sports exhaust system with 3.5-inch tailpipes. Power is increased to 575-hp and 598 lb-ft of torque. 0-62 mph comes in 3.8 seconds with a top speed of 190 mph.

As far as pricing goes, the Sportec stage one is priced to the equivalent of $4,600 while the stage two upgrade will run you $12,700. Personally, we’re not sure if an extra $8,100 is worth it for the stage two kit since you only knock off .1 seconds of your 0-62 time. Either way, it’s your call.

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Sportec Porsche Panamera Turbo:

2011 Porsche Panamera:

Press Release:

APS SPORTEC LAUNCHES 575 BHP TUNING PACKAGE FOR PORSCHE PANAMERA TURBO

Brackley, Northamptonshire, 4th August 2010 — APS of Brackley, UK importer for the Swiss Sportec range of exclusive vehicle enhancements, is pleased to announce the launch of a two stage performance enhancement program for the 4.8-litre, bi-turbo, four wheel drive Porsche Panamera.

From the factory, the four door Panamera produces a quoted 493 bhp / 516 lb.ft, but through careful development and testing using Sportec’s state of the art dyno test cell in Hori, Switzerland, Sportec’s engineers have developed a pair of upgrade packages for owners seeking additional performance.

Sportec Porsche Panamera Turbo Stage One
Sportec’s Stage One conversion for the Porsche Panamera uses a bespoke Sportec ECU remap, with optimised settings for fuelling, ignition and turbo boost parameters. The results are a Panamera with a dyno proven 560 bhp @ 6150 rpm, representing a healthy power hike of 67 bhp, allied to 790 Nm (576 lb.ft) of torque at 3340 rpm, an increase of 60 lb.ft over the standard car.

On the road these performance gains endows the four door, 1970 kilogram car with far greater real world pace. In gear acceleration and mid-range urge are transformed and in private testing the Sportec Stage One upgraded Porsche Panamera has recorded a 0-100 kmh (62 mph) time of 3.9 seconds, 0.3 seconds than standard. In the interests of safety top speed is limited to 315 kmh (190 mph.)

Priced at £2900.00 fitted including VAT @ 17.5%, the Sportec Stage One upgrade for the Porsche Panamera Turbo is on sale now from sole UK concession APS of Brackley.

Sportec Porsche Panamera Stage Two
Sportec’s Stage Two conversion for the Panamera turbo features the addition of a cat back stainless steel sports exhaust system, which features quad 90mm diameter Sportec engraved tail pipes, for a subtle, understated look. It also features a pair of ‘sound throttles,’ which enable the owner to define and switch the exhaust note of the car in real time, using a supplied remote controller.

In combination with the revised Sportec ECU remap, the Stage Two converted Panamera delivers 575 bhp @ 5800 rpm, an improvement of 83 bhp over the factory figures, matched to 820 Nm (598 lb.ft) between 3000-4250 rpm ““ an impressive gain of 83 lb.ft.

This endows the Sportec Panamera with near supercar levels of speed, delivering an effortless surge of exhilarating performance from the twin turbocharged 4.8-litre V8 engine, making both overtaking and fast cruising an effortless experience. Testing has revealed that Stage Two Sportec Panamera Turbo clocks a 0-100 kmh (62mph) time of 3.8 seconds, with the same limited top speed of (315 kmh) 190 mph.

Priced at £7990.00 fitted including VAT @ 17.5%, the Sportec Stage Two upgrade for the Porsche Panamera Turbo is on sale now from sole UK concession APS of Brackley.

A full range of exclusive Sportec upgrades for the facelift Porsche Panamera range, including 22 inch forged alloy wheels, suspension and braking upgrades, as well as cosmetic enhancements, is also on sale now.

Contact: APS Sportec, +44 (0) 1280 840491 or sales@autops.co.uk, www.autops.co.uk, www.apsshop.co.uk

- By: Omar Rana

2010 Porsche Panamera Turbo

The 8-cylinder Porsche Panamera models are heading into the 2011 model year starting August 2010 and Porsche has made the powerful sedans just a little more fuel-efficient.

Using brake energy recuperation system featured as standard, coupled together with optional 19-inch all-season tires with reduced roll resistance, the Panamera Turbo returns an estimated 21 mpg combined. The Panamera S and the Panamera 4S return 19 mpg 18.4 mpg respectively.

Refresher: The $89,800 Porsche Panamera S is powered by a 400-hp V8 allowing for a 0-60 mph time of 5.2 seconds with a top speed of 175 mph. The $93,800 Panamera 4S is powered by the same 400-hp V8. The $132,600 Porsche Panamera Turbo is powered by a turbocharged V8 making 500-hp allowing for a 0-60 mph time of 4.0 seconds with a top speed of 188 mph. The Porsche Panamera V6 and Porsche Panamera 4 are powered by a 3.6L V6 engine making 300-hp and a peak torque of 295 lb-ft.  Prices start at $74,400 for the base V6 Panamera and $78,900 for the V6 Panamera 4.

2010 Porsche Panamera:

Press Release:

New Model Year: Even More Efficient and with New Options for the Gran Turismo

Porsche Panamera Now Even More Efficient

Stuttgart. The eight-cylinder Panamera models are entering the next model year as of August 2010 with an even higher standard of all-round efficiency and new options. Particularly the new brake energy recuperation system featured as standard, together with optional 19-inch all-season tyres offering reduced roll resistance, give the Panamera Turbo a further improvement of fuel consumption by 0.9 litres/100 km. As a result, the 500-horsepower top model now consumes just 11.3 litres instead of formerly 12.2 litres/100 km in the New European Driving Cycle, equal to 25.0 mpg imp (formerly 23.2 mpg imp) and a reduction of CO2 emissions by 21 grams per kilometre. The Panamera S and Panamera 4S now making do with just 10.3 ltr/100 km and, respectively, 10.6 ltr/100 km (equal to 27.4 and, respectively, 26.7 mpg imp in the NEDC), are likewise up to half a litre more efficient per 100 kilometres (equal to minus 11 grams CO2/km).

This increase in efficiency results primarily from brake energy recuperation, with the battery being charged primarily during application of the brakes and, respectively, in overrun. When accelerating, on the other hand, the field current in the alternator is reduced, minimising the load acting on the combustion engine since it is now required to deliver even less energy for charging the battery, instead making this energy available for even faster acceleration. In conjunction with further improvements, this battery charging strategy on the Panamera Turbo saves no less than 0.7 litres on 100 kilometres, while newly developed, optional all-season tyres measuring 19 inches in diameter likewise serve to reduce fuel consumption by another 0.2 ltr/100 km on each model in the Panamera range. Together with the enhanced tread of the tyres, a special rubber compound serves to reduce roll resistance while at the same time increasing the mileage covered by the tyres. The Auto Start Stop function has also been optimised, now allowing the driver to set off again even faster and more comfortably after coming to a halt.

Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus) now available as an option together with Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) and a fully controlled rear axle differential lock enhances the driving qualities of the Panamera V8 models. PTV Plus optimises steering behaviour by intervening in the brakes on the inner rear wheel in a bend and generating an additional rotational force acting in the same direction as the steering wheel. The result is even more direct and dynamic steering when entering a bend ““ and at the same time PTV Plus, in conjunction with the rear axle differential, improves traction on the rear wheels when accelerating out of a bend on the road.

As a further highlight, Porsche is extending the range of paintwork colours, leather options and special equipment for the Panamera. As an example, the Gran Turismo is now also available with auxiliary heating and a three-spoke sports steering wheel with gearshift paddles on cars equipped with PDK Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe. Three-dimensional presentation of maps by the further improved, optional navigation system may now also be combined with a satellite image for even more realistic presentation and enhanced orientation. Even traffic lane information is provided in this way for complex road junctions in Europe and the USA. And last but not least, the speed limit indicator so far covering only the Autobahn, motorway and interstate now also comprises ““ depending on the database material ““ main roads and major routes leading out of town.

- By: Omar Rana

2010 Porsche Panamera

Porsche Cars North America announced today that it sold a total of 1,747 units in April 2010, a decline of 6 percent compared to the same period last year when it sold 1,853 units.

“Despite the overall decline, Porsche”s new four-door Panamera recorded its best-ever one-month sales of 678,” Porsche said in a statement. “To date, Porsche has sold 3,410 Panamera models in the U.S. since it went on sale in October 2009.”

That makes the new four-door Panamera Porsche’s best-selling model in the U.S. so far this year.

Porsche said that its April sales decline is due to the anticipated and effective sell off of its 2010 Cayenne models earlier this year in preparation for the all-new, 2011 Cayenne. The new 2011 Cayenne S, Turbo models will go on sale in July, while the Cayenne and Cayenne S Hybrid models will be available this fall.

Refresher: The $89,800 Porsche Panamera S is powered by a 400-hp V8 allowing for a 0-60 mph time of 5.2 seconds with a top speed of 175 mph. The $93,800 Panamera 4S is powered by the same 400-hp V8. The $132,600 Porsche Panamera Turbo is powered by a turbocharged V8 making 500-hp allowing for a 0-60 mph time of 4.0 seconds with a top speed of 188 mph. The Porsche Panamera V6 and Porsche Panamera 4 are powered by a 3.6L V6 engine making 300-hp and a peak torque of 295 lb-ft.  Prices start at $74,400 for the base V6 Panamera and $78,900 for the V6 Panamera 4.

2010 Porsche Panamera:

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Hennessey Porsche Panamera Turbo

We have a special place for Hennessey Performance Engineering in our hearts. While we eagerly look forward to the company’s Venom GT, we’ll have to satisfy our taste with this Hennessey modified Porsche Panamera Turbo, which gains a total of 50-hp or 23-hp at the wheels.

Hennessey also offers a 800-hp upgrade. Modifications include a stainless steel exhaust systems, air induction modifications, computer upgrades, Hennessey wheel upgrades, turbo upgrades, intercooler upgrades and more.

Check out the video after the jump and make sure you turn up your volume.

Refresher: The $89,800 Porsche Panamera S is powered by a 400-hp V8 allowing for a 0-60 mph time of 5.2 seconds with a top speed of 175 mph. The $93,800 Panamera 4S is powered by the same 400-hp V8. The $132,600 Porsche Panamera Turbo is powered by a turbocharged V8 making 500-hp allowing for a 0-60 mph time of 4.0 seconds with a top speed of 188 mph. The Porsche Panamera V6 and Porsche Panamera 4 are powered by a 3.6L V6 engine making 300-hp and a peak torque of 295 lb-ft.  Prices start at $74,400 for the base V6 Panamera and $78,900 for the V6 Panamera 4.

2010 Porsche Panamera:

2010 Porsche Panamera:

- By: Omar Rana

In the past we’ve seen some impractical supercars and public transportation combinations including a Ferrari Taxi and a Lamborghini Taxi, but now we have one that seems somewhat practical since it seats three passengers plus a driver – a Porsche Panamera Turbo Taxi.

The Panamera Turbo Taxi sits four and is powered by a 4.8L turbocharged V8 making 500-hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. It goes form 0-60 mph in 4 seconds and also has room for some luggage in the boot.

Check out a video of the Porsche Panamera Turbo Taxi in action (warning: it’s in German).

Refresher: The $89,800 Porsche Panamera S is powered by a 400-hp V8 allowing for a 0-60 mph time of 5.2 seconds with a top speed of 175 mph. The $93,800 Panamera 4S is powered by the same 400-hp V8. The $132,600 Porsche Panamera Turbo is powered by a turbocharged V8 making 500-hp allowing for a 0-60 mph time of 4.0 seconds with a top speed of 188 mph.

2010 Porsche Panamera:

2010 Porsche Panamera:

- By: Omar Rana

Source: Motofilm (via CarScoop)

It’s a war between uber-luxury high-performance sedans – yes, we’re talking about the Aston Martin Rapide and the Porsche Panamera. The guys at AutoCar were lucky enough to have both models in their garages for a couple of days and decided to have a little face-off. Which is better? Find out in the video posted after the jump.

Keep in mind – the 2010 Aston Martin Rapide starts at $199,950 and is powered by a 6.0L V12 engine making 470-hp and a peak torque of 443 lb-ft. Mated to a Touchtronic 2 6-speed gearbox with electronic shift-by-wire control system, the Aston Martin Rapide can go from 0 to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds with a top speed of 188 mph. The Porsche Panamera Turbo used by AutoCar in their test starts at $132,600 and is powered by a 4.8L twin-turbocharged V8 making 500-hp allowing it to go from 0-60 mph in 4 seconds with a top speed of 188 mph.

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Aston Martin Rapide vs Porsche Panamera Turbo:

Aston Martin Rapide:

Porsche Panamera:

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Prior to its official public debut at the 2009 Essen Motor Show, speedART has finally unveiled their new modifications package for the Porsche Panamera Turbo: Known as the speedART PS9 – 650, the modified Panamera receives a number of visual and power upgrades.

speedART is offering power kits that increase output to 520-hp, 550-hp, 600-hp and 650-hp with up to 656 lb-ft of torque. With 650-hp, the speedART PS9 – 650 Panamera goes from 0-62 mph in 3.5 seconds with a top speed of over 200 mph. Stopping power comes from a sportier braking system with modular 380 mm discs and 6 piston brake calipers.

The bodykit of the speedART PS9 – 650 includes a front chin spoiler, engine hood air outlets, a rear diffuser, a rear bumper with air outlets, side skirts for a wider body appearance and a rear spoiler. Inside, the modified Panamera gets carbon fiber body trim, colored stitches on the seats and panels, colored instrument dial plates and design floor mates.

All that is topped off with 22-inch LSC FORGED wheels.

Click through for the press release and the high-res image gallery.

speedART PS9 – 650 Porsche Panamera:

Press Release:

speedART PS9 – 650 will be released at Essen Motorshow 2009

speedART presents the PS9 – based on the new Porsche Panamera:

Power kits (just for Turbo engine):

Power kits with 520, 550, 600 and 650 hp up to 890 Nm consits of bigger turbo chargers and intercoolers (just 600 + 650 hp), sport exhaust with sound switch, sport catalysts, sport air filter and ECU update. The 650 hp car accelerates in 3.5 seconds from 0 – 62 mph and the top speed is over 200 mph.

Brakes:

Sport brake system with modular 380 mm discs and 6 piston brake calipers

Sound:

* sport exhaust systems; optional with sound switch control
* sport catalyst (OBD2-compliant) for impressive 8 cylinder sound and more power and torque
* different design twin tail pipes, polished or matt black

Aerodynamic:

* fully CAD designed body kit consists of:
* front chin spoiler for more downforce with integrated brake cooling system
* engine hood air outlets
* rear diffuser for enhanced down force and a very sportive design
* rear bumper with air outlets on the side to give the back a racy look and to interrupt the big curves of the factory-provided back
* side skirts for a wide body look
* rear spoiler on rear bonnet for optimized downforce and an impressive styling

Wheels:

* speedART designed three-pieces forged wheel in 22″ with 23″ center star, type “žLSC FORGED” in 9,5 + 11 x 22″ with 265/35 and 305/25 ZR22″ tyres, many colored versions available

Interior:

* upholstered sport steering wheel with F1-shift paddles (available in 340 mm and 365 mm with aluminium-, wood- or carbon inlays)
* real-carbon body trim in special colours
* colored stiches on door panels and seats (many colors availiable)
* instrument dial plates (many colors availiable)
* design floor mats

- By: Omar Rana

Source: speedART (via WCF)

When you’re shopping for a car in the $90,000 to a $100,000 range, what kind of fuel-economy the car gets is probably the last thing on your mind to help you make your decision on whether to purchase the car or not. However, it may be nice to know that your car rates at the top of its class when it comes to EPA fuel-economy ratings.

Porsche has just announced that the EPA ratings for its new Panamera put the car at the top of its class. The 400-hp V8 and the PDK transmission in the Panamera S and Panamera 4S help the four-door average an EPA fuel-economy rating of 16/24 mpg (city/highway) – that’s 19 mpg combined.

Go for the more powerful 500-hp Panamera Turbo and the EPA rating drops by one to 15/23 mpg, or 18 combined.

While the starting price tag of $89,800 may be a little steep, at least you’ll be avoiding the gas-guzzler tax.

Click here for complete pricing details on the 2010 Porsche Panamera.

2010 Porsche Panamera:

- By: Omar Rana