2012 Porsche Panamera AWD 4
All photo credits
- Photo: Porsche Panamera front Poznan 2011 by Peżot, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: PORSCHE PANAMERA FIRST GENEGRATION China (10) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Porsche Panamera (front-side view) by Maksim Sidorov, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Porsche Panamera Turbo (970) – Heckansicht (1), 18. Juli 2012, Düsseldorf by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Porsche Panamera Turbo (970) – Innenraum, 18. Juli 2012, Düsseldorf by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2012 Porsche Panamera AWD 4 is a 550-hp 4.8-liter twin-turbocharged V8 with a pdk and all-wheel drive. It starts at $79,800 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 550 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 553 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Panamera measures 195.7 inches long and has a curb weight of 4,398 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $79,800 ($112,957 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $80,775 ($114,337 *) |
| Destination Charge | $975 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.8L twin-turbo V8; front-mounted; aluminum block and heads; DFI; VarioCam Plus |
| Displacement | 4.8 L |
| Horsepower | 550 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 4 valves/cyl; VarioCam Plus; integrated dry-sump (two-stage); EMS SDI 6.1 |
| Bore and Stroke | 96.0 x 83.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct fuel injection; twin turbos; sport exhaust system |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD (active all-wheel drive) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | PDK (dual-clutch automatic; manual N/A) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 26.4 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Fully independent double-wishbone; PASM adaptive air suspension standard; PDCC (active roll stabilization); PTV (torque vectoring) |
| Rear Suspension | Fully independent multi-link; PASM adaptive air suspension standard; PDCC; PTV |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | 6-piston aluminum monobloc fixed, red |
| Front Brake Disc | Internally vented steel disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Internally vented steel disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | 255/45 ZR19 |
| Tires Rear | 285/40 ZR19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 195.7 in |
| Width | 76 in |
| Height | 55.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.2 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,398 lbs |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2012 Porsche Panamera 5 HB RWD).
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Porsche PANAMERA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 30, 2022 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.
NHTSA campaign 22V656000
Jun 12, 2019 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2004-2010 Cayenne, 2006 Cayenne Turbo S, 2010-2016 Panamera S, Panamera 4 S, Panamera Turbo, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4, 2012-2013 Panamera Turbo S, 2013-2016 Panamera 4 GTS, 2014-2016 Panamera 4 S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera Turbo S G1 II, Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2013 Panamera 4 Platinum Edition, Panamera Platinum Edition, 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition, Panamera Turbo S Executive Luxury Sports vehicles. The bushing that attaches the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade over time, causing the bushing to detach. This condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.
Consequence: If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB1.
NHTSA campaign 19V446000
Apr 24, 2019 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Panamera 4S and Panamera S, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4 and Panamera Turbo, 2012-2016 Panamera Turbo S and Panamera S E-Hybrid, 2013-2016 Panamera GTS, 2013 Panamera Platinum Edition and Panamera 4 Platinum Edition, 2014-2016 Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive and Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2015 Panamera Diesel and 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition and Panamera Turbo S Exclusive Series vehicles. Water may enter the A/C blower control unit, causing an electrical short circuit.
Consequence: An electrical short increases the risk of fire.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the blower control unit, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 10, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA7. Note: Porsche recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
NHTSA campaign 19V322000
Jun 7, 2017 · ENGINE
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2010-2012 Panamera S, Panamera 4S and Panamera Turbo vehicles, 2011-2012 Panamera and Panamera 4 vehicles, and 2011 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles. The affected vehicles have camshaft controllers that may come loose inside the engine, potentially resulting in an engine stall.
Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fastening screws for the camshaft adjusters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2018. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH08.
NHTSA campaign 17V368000
Jul 12, 2012 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
PORSCHE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 PANAMERA TURBO, 2012 PANAMERA TURBO S, AND 2012 CAYENNE TURBO VEHICLES. THE TURBINE WHEEL OF A TURBOCHARGER MAY FRACTURE DUE TO A CASTING DEFECT. IF A FRACTURE OCCURS, VEHICLE PERFORMANCE WILL BE DECREASED AND THE TURBINE SHAFT MAY FRACTURE.
Consequence: IF THE SHAFT FRACTURES, OIL MAY BE DRAWN INTO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, RESULTING IN SMOKE AND THE INCREASED RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy: PORSCHE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TURBINE WHEELS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
NHTSA campaign 12V329000
13 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Porsche PANAMERA
Owner Complaints
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Porsche PANAMERA (1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 5 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2012 PORSCHE PANAMERA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.