2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo S

2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo S

2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo

Porsche
says the Turbo S can hit 60 mph in 3.6 seconds, 0.3 second quicker than
the regular Panamera Turbo, and reach a top speed of 190 mph -- a
two-mph improvement over the stock Turbo.

The
power upgrades resemble those provided by a Porsche-issued Turbo
Powerkit, which can be fitted on the Panamera Turbo to raise output to
540 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. That kit costs $21,730.

All
Panameras received minor updates last year to improve fuel economy, and
Porsche predicts that even the 550-horsepower Turbo S will match the
regular Panamera Turbo's EPA ratings of 15 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on
the highway.

The
Panamera Turbo S comes standard with several other performance packages
that are optional on other trim levels, including Porsche Dynamic
Chassis Control (PDDC), which reduces body roll when cornering; Porsche
Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus), which can vary the amount of torque
sent to each rear wheel; Sport Chrono Package Turbo, which alters engine
and suspension response; Servotronic speed-sensitive steering; and a
sport exhaust system.

Not
wanting it to be confused with the lesser non-S model, Porsche endowed
the Turbo S with 20-inch Turbo II wheels that widen the rear track
(which are an $1820 option on the standard Turbo), Porsche Exclusive
side skirts, and an active rear spoiler. Exclusive color options for the
Panamera S consist of a new Agate Grey Metallic exterior paint, along
with new black-and-cream or gray-and-cream leather interior
combinations.

The
Panamera Turbo S goes on sale this spring for $174,175 including
destination and delivery, a premium of $37,900 over a base Panamera
Turbo.

2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo

2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo