2012 Porsche Panamera
The 2012 Porsche Panamera is a luxury. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $192,400 for the base variant and topping out at $399,000 for the Turbo S variant.
There are 7 variants of the Panamera available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2011.
The 2012 Panamera was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Porsche Panamera include 3.0L v6 turbo (184kW/550Nm), 3.0L v6 supercharger hybrid (279kW/580Nm), 3.6L v6 (220kW/400Nm), 4.8L v8 (294kW/500Nm), 4.8L v8 (316kW/520Nm), 4.8L v8 turbo (368kW/700Nm) and 4.8L v8 turbo (405kW/750Nm). Available with 8-speed automatic with manual mode or 7-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. Both rear-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $192,400 - $399,000†
- Transmission
- 7-speed Auto (DCT) or 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Diesel or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or HEV

- Retail Price
- $192,400 - $399,000†
- Transmission
- 7-speed Auto (DCT) or 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Diesel or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or HEV
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Porsche Panamera
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
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Handling & Mechanics
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Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
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Safety & Security
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Cost of Ownership
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Available Variants
The Porsche Panamera comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Turbo S.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,970 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,931 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,418 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm |
| Load Capacity | 545 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2012 Porsche Panamera
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Porsche Panamera is the base variant that starts from $192,400.
See all Porsche Panamera PricingThe most expensive Porsche Panamera is the Turbo S variant that starts from $399,000.
See all Porsche Panamera PricingThe best towing capacity of a Porsche Panamera is 2200 kg offered by the following variants: S, 4S, Turbo and Turbo S.
See all Porsche Panamera towing capacityThe largest Porsche Panamera is the base variant which measures 1931mm wide, 4970mm in length and sits 1418mm tall.
The most powerful Porsche Panamera is the Turbo S variant which has 405kW of power and 750nm of torque.
The Porsche Panamera is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Porsche Panamera is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2500 kg.
The Porsche Panamera may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.