Panamera S
406 hp, 5,1 s 0-100 : among the 9 limousines 2008–2012, the Panamera S ranks 7th of 9 in 0–100 km/h, 7th of 9 in Top speed, 7th of 9 in Power-to-weight. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
406hp
500 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
5.1s
VMax 283 km/h
Cons.
12.1L
/100 km
Tank
79.872151L
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Full specifications Porsche Panamera S
Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | V · 8 cyl. · Naturally Aspirated |
| Displacement | 4,806 cm\u00b3 |
| Puissance thermique | 406 hp |
| Combined power | 406 hp |
| Combined torque | 500 Nm |
| Gearbox | DUAL_CLUTCH Automatic |
| Transmission | Two three-way catalytic converters on each row of cylinders, each with two oxygen sensors; engine and transmission bolted together to form one drive unit; dual drive shafts driving rear wheels. |
Consumption
| Cons. WLTP | 12,1 L/100km |
| Tank | 79.872151 L |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 5,1 s |
| 0 → 160 km/h | 11,70 s |
| VMax | 283 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,970 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm |
| Width | 1,931 mm |
| Height | 1,418 mm |
| Boot | 16 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,800 kg |
| Cd | 0.29 |
Caralogy Methodology
Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine
Among the 9 limousines, the Panamera S ranks (in the bottom third) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.
Caralogy Analysis · tailored to this vehicle
Acceleration: 5.1 s 0-100 (7th of 9 in 0–100 km/h)
In pure acceleration, the Panamera S ranks 7th of 9 in 0–100 km/h, 1.2 s off the reference Porsche Panamera Turbo S (3.9 s).
Top speed: 283 km/h (7th of 9 in Top speed)
Top speed of 283 km/h. The segment reference reaches 306 km/h.
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Calibrated drag race, speed stages, comparative technical analysis.
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Where the Panamera S stands against limousines
Comparison across 9 limousines marketed between 2008–2012.
0–100 km/h
7eout of 9
Top speed
7eout of 9
Power-to-weight
7eout of 9
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
750Ld xDrive
400 hp · 0-100 4.7 s
M850i xDrive Gran Coupe
530 hp · 0-100 3.9 s
M850i xDrive
530 hp · 0-100 3.8 s
M850i xDrive Gran Coupe
530 hp · 0-100 3.9 s
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Frequently asked questions
Porsche Panamera S: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
Among the 9 limousines 2008–2012, the Panamera S ranks 7th of 9 in 0–100 km/h (5.1 s, behind the Porsche Panamera Turbo S), 7th of 9 in Top speed (283 km/h, behind the Porsche Panamera Turbo S), 7th of 9 in Power-to-weight (226 hp/t, behind the Porsche Panamera Turbo).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Porsche Panamera Turbo S leads in 0–100 km/h (3.9 s vs 5.1 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the Panamera S vs Porsche Panamera Turbo S duel for a detailed comparison.
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.