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

In Sept. 2011, the new 360-hp Infiniti M Hybrid set the Guinness World Record for the world’s fastest hybrid by running the standing quarter mile in 13.9031 seconds. Infiniti is now banking on that move with a new commercial released yesterday called ‘The Duel.’

The commercial shows the Infiniti M35h Hybrid going head-to-head with the 2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid.

“‘The Duel’ is an exciting way to remind everyone that the Infiniti M Hybrid is the world’s fastest accelerating full-hybrid with 360 horsepower and 32 miles per gallon,” said Infiniti Americas Vice President Ben Poore. “At Infiniti, we believe that luxury should always thrill and inspire.”

Refresher: The Infiniti M35 Hybrid will be powered by a single electric-motor/twin-clutch arrangement, mated to a naturally aspirated 3.5L V6. Together the system makes 360-hp. The first-clutch is installed between the V6 engine and the electric motor, which Infiniti says allows for a more responsive drive. Infiniti said that the M35 Hybrid, which will carry a lithium-ion battery pack, has the ability to run solely on electric-power under certain driving conditions. 0 to 62 mph comes in 5.5 seconds with an EPA-rated fuel-economy of 27/32 mpg (city/highway).

- By: Omar Rana

It’s not everyday you see a fleet of Porsche car rolling down the street – well, unless it’s December 18 in Qatar. During the celebration of Qatar National Day, which celebrates the Arab states independence, the police hopped in their Porsche interceptors and decided to show them off to the crowd.

Of course, it should be noted that Qatar Holdings is a major investor in Volkswagen AG and Porsche SE.

Check out the video after the jump.

- By: Omar Rana

Click here for our original post on the Porsche Panamera GTS.

Check out the video after the jump.

Refresher: Power for the 2012 Porsche Panamera GTS comes from a modified 4.8 liter naturally aspirated V8 engine making 430-hp at 6,700 rpm with a maximum torque of 384 lb-ft. The engine is mated to the 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) transmission in the Sport Chrono package, which comes standard. That allows 0 to 60 mph to come in just 4.3 seconds with a top speed of 178 mph.

- By: Omar Rana

To provide driver’s with a sportier experience, Porsche started with the 4S and dropped the body 10mm, tightened the damping system, and tuned the chassis with Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), and air suspension. The two systems connect the body and chassis, and regulate height, leveling, and spring rate. Stability is also further enhanced with wheel spacers that widen the rear axle track.

The appearance of the Panamera GTS was only slightly altered, but features black highlights and subtle distinguishing characteristics around the body. Sitting on the inside, the Panamera welcomes you with adaptive sports seats, a limited GTS leather interior, Alcantara surfaces, and a SportDesign steering wheel with shift paddles.

Porsche modified the S/4S 4.8-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine to give the GTS an additional 30-hp, putting the power output to 430-hp at 6,700 rpm. Torque has been increased from 360 lb-ft to 384 lb-ft, as well. The motor is coupled with a 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) transmission in the Sport Chrono package, which comes standard. This transmission is designed to transfer power seamlessly to the all-wheel drive system. These systems combine to move the GTS from 0-60mph in just 4.3 seconds, with speeds topping out at 178 mph.

A set of 255/40 tires up front and 285/40 in the rear stick the Panamera GTS to the pavement. Stopping power is provided by the bigger-diameter Panamera Turbo system, with Porsche Ceramic Composite Breaks (PCCB) still an option.

This is awesome blend of function and form, and was topped off in the Panamera GTS with the raw power of its naturally aspirated motor.

All Photos Copyright © Omar Rana - egmCarTech.

- By: Alexandra Koken

An attractive styling package has been given to the Panamera S model starting with lime green accents added to exterior’s black coat of paint. The body kit includes carbon fiber pieces for the front and rear apron, diffuser, mirror caps, and spoiler. On the inside, options are available for the upholstery, trim, and steering wheel.

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Edo’s performance tune takes the Panamera’s 4.8-liter V8 to 465-hp and 406 lb-ft by way of a reworked ECU and a custom sport exhaust. Top speeds hit 190 mph and this HellBoy Panamera goes form 0-62mph in 4.6 seconds.

- 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

SpeedART gave the Panamera 3.0-liter V6 diesel software upgrades and a SpeedART exhaust. The result is 50 additional horsepower, putting power at 300 horses to the rear wheels, and has torque kicked up from 406 lb-ft to 479 lb-ft.

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SpeedART’s Panamera also gets 22-inch alloys cushioned by a pair of 256/ZR22 tires in front, and in the rear a pair of 305/XR22’s. An upgraded break system has been added, as well.

An aero package gives the PS9 a new front lip spoiler, rear diffuser and wing, side skirts, and front and rear air intakes.

- 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

RTW Motoring is a North Hollywood-based tuner that got its hands on Mansory parts and builds the Swiss tuner’s vehicles for the U.S. market.

The tuner filmed a video to show off the Mansory Porsche Panamera riding through L.A. It features two models with the full aerodynamic carbon-fiber kit.

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This pair of Porsches get an ECU upgrade, and a sport exhaust system, putting out 681hp. An improved 0-62mph time clocks in at 4 seconds flat.

- By: Alexandra Koken

Porsche sources have confirmed with CAR Magazine that the company will launch a long-wheelbase Panamera early next year. The long-wheelbase Porsche Panamera will get a 150mm wheelbase extension that will free up more room for rear-seat riders.

Of course the Porsche Panamera long-wheelbase will be popular in China, where long-wheelbase versions of the BMW 7-Series and Audi A8 are very popular.

Insiders in Stuttgart say that the Porsche Panamera sedan will undergo a “comprehensive” facelift in 2013 to keep the model fresh.

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2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S:

- By: Omar Rana

Source: CAR

Porsche’s sales and marketing head Bernhard Maier said that the company expects its new-car sales in Europe to grow significantly.

“In Europe, a 20 percent growth rate is absolutely conceivable,” Maier said.

Maier said that new products like the next-generation Porsche 911 and the Porsche Panamera S Hybrid and Panamera Diesel.

Last year, the company sold around 37,000 cars in Europe and had orders for 44,000. Globally, Porsche sold 97,000 units in 2010 and Maier said that the company is aiming to break through the 100,000 unit barrier this year. Long term, Porsche has goals to double annual sales to 200,000.

- By: Omar Rana

Source: Automotive News

Will their every be a Porsche Panamera Convertible? Maybe – but most likely not. So what does Porsche have planned for its only four-door sedan model? Not much really.

Besides handing over the platform to its future family members Audi (for the A9) and Lamborghini (for the Estoque sedan), Porsche is likely to drop the manual transmission that is currently offered on the naturally aspirated, rear-wheel-drive V6 and V8 miles.

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Even though the U.S. is a ‘classic manual-gearbox market’ for Porsche, the take rate for the manual Panamera has been pretty low to justify a successor. Sources say that the next Porsche Panamera will also receive electric power steering—for efficiency reasons.

2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S:

- By: Omar Rana

Source: CARandDRIVER

Many of you many think Porsche and Lamborghini as supercar competitors – well, you’d be wrong. Both brands are from different ends of the spectrum but may soon be joining forces on share platforms.

According to a new report, Porsche is providing Lamborghini with a new platform that will underpin its 4×4 SUV model and Estoque sedan models. As Porsche moves to finalize its merger with Volkswagen Group owned Lamborghini, we’ll see many collaborations such as this one here.

Insiders suggest that Italian automaker plans on using the Porsche Cayenne platform for its 4×4 SUV model and the Porsche Panamera platform for the Lamborghini Estoque sedan.

“Ferrari can’t follow into this market, because it has no links to SUVs at all,” a source said. “Lamborghini is entirely credible as an SUV maker, but it can’t do it alone. And as Porsche has shown it already knows how to do it, it makes sense to work together.”

- By: Roman Bronfenbrener

Source: AutoExpress

Last week, we here at egmCarTech launched a new segment called ‘Let’s Talk Numbers,’ where we take two or more vehicles and do a straight number battle and leave it up to you guys to decide which car is a better buy. We launched the segment with two new, fast and gas-guzzling supercars – the Ferrari 458 Italia vs. the new McLaren MP4-12C.

Today we’re going to go the more fuel-efficient route and put two luxury hybrid sedans in a head-to-head numerical battle. Today’s ‘Let’s Talk Numbers’ battle is between the BMW ActiveHybrid 7 vs. the new 2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid.

2011 BMW ActiveHybrid 750i:

• Style: Sedan (5-Seater).
• Drive Type: Rear-wheel-drive.
• Power: 4.4L TwinPower Turbo V8 / 440-hp – 417 lb-ft of torque. Mated to a 3-phase synchronous electric motor (powered by 120-volt lithium-ion battery), total output comes to 455-hp at 5,500-6,000 rpm – 516 lb-ft at 2,000-3,000 rpm.
• Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission with Hybrid Start/Stop function.
• 0 to 60 mph: 4.7 seconds.
• Top Speed: 150 mph.
• Fuel-economy: 17/27 mpg (city/highway); 24 mpg combined.
• Price: $97,700.

2011 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid:

• Style: Sedan (4-seater).
• Drive Type: Rear-wheel-drive.
• Power: 3.0L Supercharged V6 / 333-hp – 324 lb-ft of torque. Mated to a 47-hp – 221 lb-ft torque electric-motor (powered bynickel metal hydride battery), total output comes to 380-hp at 5,500 rpm – 427 lb-ft of torque at 1,000 rpm.
• Transmission: 8-speed Tiptronic S gearbox.
• 0 to 60 mph: 5.7 seconds.
• Top Speed: 167 mph.
• Fuel-economy: 34.5 mpg combined (converted from 6.8 L/100 km on NEDC); Panamera S Hybrid can also drive on pure electricity for 1 mile at speeds of just over 50 mph.
• Price: $95,500.

There you have it – let us know which model you think wins this number comparison in the comments section after the jump.

2010 BMW ActiveHybrid 7:

2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid:

2010 BMW ActiveHybrid 7:

2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid:

- By: Omar Rana

2011 Porsche Panamera Diesel

Earlier today, Porsche unveiled the new Porsche Panamera Diesel, which will go on sale in Europe starting August 2012. One of Porsche’s most fuel-efficient models ever, the Panamera Diesel is powered 3.0L V6 common-rail diesel engine making 250-hp between 3,800 rpm and 4,400 rpm with maximum torque of 405 lb-ft available between 1,750 rpm to 2,750 rpm. Mated to a 8-speed Tiptronic S, the Porsche Panamera Diesel goes form 0 to 62 mph in 6.8 seconds with a top speed of 150 mph.

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Not bad when it comes to performance, but what about fuel-efficiecny. Porsche says that the new Panamera Diesel will achieve an estimated fuel-economy of 37.3 mpg (when converted to U.S. figures) and will offer a driving range of more than 745 miles.

The Porsche Panamera Diesel costs £62,134 ($103,445 USD). Unfortunately, the Porsche Panamera Diesel won’t be coming to the United States anytime soon.

Check out the high-res gallery and the press release after the jump.

2011 Porsche Panamera Diesel:

Press Release:

LONG DISTANCE CHAMPION: PORSCHE PANAMERA DIESEL WITH RANGE IN EXCESS OF 745 MILES

• Panamera appeal widens with introduction of Diesel variant
• Impressive efficiency without compromising sporting performance
• On sale August 2011 – priced from £62,134

On sale from August 2011, the Porsche Panamera range extends with the introduction of the new Panamera Diesel, further enhancing the model’s appeal to UK customers. A luxury Gran Turismo, the Panamera Diesel is capable of taking four passengers in sporting comfort from Lands End to Loch Ness without refuelling.

Coping effortlessly with short bursts of speed and cross country touring, this long distance sporting performance is delivered by the smooth-running 3.0-litre V6 engine with a rated output of 250 hp (184 kW) achieved between 3,800 rpm and 4,400 rpm. The maximum torque of 550 Nm, available all the way from 1,750 rpm to 2,750 rpm, delivers high pulling power. It is exclusively available with rear-wheel drive and uses a highly efficient eight-speed Tiptronic S as standard. The six-cylinder turbo diesel engine powers the new Gran Turismo from 0 to 62 mph in 6.8 seconds, with a top speed of 150 mph.

The Panamera Diesel offers a highly appealing driving range of more than 745 miles on one 80-litre tank, emits 172 g/km and delivers a Combined fuel economy of 43.5mpg. With the optional lower rolling resistance tyres, efficiency improves further still, to 167 g/km and 44.8mpg on a Combined cycle.

The model’s 3.0-litre V6 engine is state of the art in diesel technology: common rail direct injection through piezo valves at a pressure of 2000 bar, turbocharging employing electrically controlled variable geometry turbochargers (VGTs) and emission control achieved by controlled exhaust gas recirculation, oxidation catalyst and particle filter.

Performance, generous torque and low consumption are accompanied by smooth running, reliability and low emissions. An additional contributing factor is the auto start/stop function, which is fitted as standard. Adaptive air suspension is available as an alternative to the standard steel spring suspension, to provide an even wider range of suspension settings to extend the driving qualities further still.

Through its proportions alone, the Panamera stands out clearly in its market segment: measuring 1931mm (76.0in) in width and 1418mm (55.8in) in height, the Panamera is both wider and lower than comparable four-door models. The unmistakable, sleek GT silhouette is created by an overall length of 4970mm (195.7in) and short, sporting overhangs front and rear. This new model can be recognised by the lettering ‘diesel’ on the front doors.

Every Panamera, including the new Diesel model, has a high level of standard specification that includes leather interior, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), Bi-Xenon headlights, front and rear ParkAssist, tyre pressure monitoring, automatic dimming rear view mirrors, Porsche Communication Management with touch-screen satellite navigation and audio controls, cruise control and a three year warranty.

Fitted to every Panamera is a Porsche Vehicle Tracking System (VTS), a sophisticated vehicle security package approved to Thatcham Category 5 standard, and customers will also be able to explore the potential of their new car by participating in a complimentary course at the Porsche Experience Centre, Silverstone.

The Panamera Diesel costs £62,134 and is on sale in the UK from August 2011.

- By: Omar Rana

2011 Porsche Cayenne Turbo

Porsche has released first-quarter results for the first time after shifting to calendar-year reporting to align its operations with VW (prior to that Porsche’s fiscal year previously ended on July 31). Porsche reported a first-quarter profit gain, crediting the redesigned and revamped Cayenne SUV.

Porsche’s earnings before interest and tax “more than doubled” to 496 million euros ($728 million). Sales increased 10 percent to 2.28 billion euros.

The Porsche Cayenne, the company’s best-selling model, increased 62 percent to 11,487 units in the first quarter. Sales of the Porsche Panamera fell 5.5 percent to 4,715 units along with the 911, which declined 17 percent to 4,750 units.

Porsche, which will be merging with Volkswagen AG, has plans to double sales to around 200,000 units a year by 2018. The upcoming Porsche Cajun is expected to play pivotal roll in the increase.

- By: Omar Rana

Source: Automotive News