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Porsche adds two new hybrids to its lineup of plug-in Panameras
Porsche unveils two new plug-in hybrid Panameras, meeting market demands for efficiency and performance, with prices starting at $117,495.
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Porsche unveils two new plug-in hybrid Panameras, meeting market demands for efficiency and performance, with prices starting at $117,495.
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Porsche has released two new plug-in hybrid Panameras , aiming to counter market risks with broader electrification options. The German automaker hopes to address the growing market risk by offering a wider range of electrified choices. Last year, Porsche unveiled the third-generation Panamera, which included the Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid, the first of four Panamera E-Hybrid models to be introduced. Today, Porsche has added two more models: the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid and the Panamera 4S E-Hybrid, with a fourth model set to be announced later. Porsche stated that the introduction of these two new hybrid models is in response to “the enormous demand in the market for efficient, dynamic E-Hybrid powertrains.” Indeed, as the growth of pure electric car sales slows, demand for hybrid vehicles is increasing across various markets.
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Also read: Apple’s next-gen carplay for Porsche and Aston Martin Of course, being Porsche, the prices won’t be cheap. The starting price for the 4 E-Hybrid is $117,495, while the 4S E-Hybrid starts at $128,795 (including delivery charges). Pre-orders are set to begin at the end of March, with deliveries expected to start in the fall. The Panamera 4 E-Hybrid will offer improved acceleration and higher torque with a new hybrid system paired with a “significantly enhanced” 2.9-liter V6 twin-turbocharged engine (producing 224 kW or 300 hp). The combined system power is 346 kW or 463 hp, with a maximum torque of 479 lb-ft, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds, and a top speed of 174 mph. Meanwhile, the 4S E-Hybrid will also be equipped with a 2.9-liter six-cylinder engine, with slightly higher output at 260 kW or 348 hp. The Panamera 4S E-Hybrid can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and reach a top speed of 180 mph.
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- Porsche introduces two new plug-in hybrid Panamera models, aiming to diversify electrification choices amidst market uncertainties.
- The Panamera 4 E-Hybrid and Panamera 4S E-Hybrid join the existing lineup, responding to growing demand for efficient hybrid systems.
- These models feature enhanced performance, larger battery capacity, and advanced charging capabilities, reflecting Porsche’s commitment to hybrid technology.
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