Since its launch in 2016, the second-generation Panamera model has successfully gone through 6 years, and it can be said that it has come to the end of the product cycle. Due to the successful design and strong product strength, the current Panamera still has a strong vitality, and it can even be regarded as a lonely state of defeat in the sports D-segment market. However, Porsche still launched the Panamera Platinum edition at this point in time, a special version similar to providing a very cost-effective configuration package on the base version, and is looking forward to using this as a selling point to improve the cost performance to stimulate sales again. Moreover, the added configuration of the platinum version of the model is the most popular configuration summarized by Porsche based on the feedback of consumers around the world, which can be said to be very suitable for the needs of consumers of this model.
The Platinum Edition configuration upgrade covers five models of the Standard Wheelbase, Executive Length, Panamera 4 and Panamera 4E-Hybrid. The test drive model selected for this overseas test drive is the standard wheelbase 4E-Hybrid plug-in hybrid version, with a starting price of 1.298 million yuan, which is 130,000 yuan higher than the basic version of the 4E-Hybrid model.
In terms of appearance, the biggest changes were the color of the rear air outlet trims in the front wheels, as well as the standard 21-inch exclusive design sport rim color, which was adjusted to the platinum color corresponding to the platinum version.
At the same time, the rear logo Porsche and model logo, as well as the unique side e-Hybrid logo of the hybrid model, have been replaced with a consistent platinum color, while the exclusive green embellishment of the hybrid model has been retained. In addition, the back intimate glass, black sports exhaust tailpipes and bright black trims for the windows are standard, reflecting the particularity of the platinum version in detail. The matrix LED headlights of the PDLS Plus Dynamic Lighting System Upgrade are upgraded as a practical configuration.
When you open the door, the first thing you see is the black brushed aluminum trim on the sill guard and the words platinum edition.
Other upgrades in the interior include a park assist system with reversing camera, GT-style steering wheel, 14-way electric comfort seats with memory function, ventilation of the front seats, electric suction doors with comfortable access, rear dual-zone thermostat air conditioning, rear seat heating, BOSE sound system, headrest Porsche coat of arms, black brushed aluminum interior version, 7-color mood light, and a platinum version of the exclusive styling design of the analog clock, highlighting its elegant and luxurious style.
The 4E-Hybrid model used the plug-in hybrid form, the internal combustion engine is consistent with the basic version, the 2.9 V6 twin-turbo engine has a maximum power of 330 horsepower, the electric motor is 136 horsepower, and with the assistance of the four-wheel drive system, the 0-100 acceleration time is only 4.4 seconds, and the power is similar to the pure fuel version of the 4S model. Pure electric mileage of 50 kilometers, can meet the needs of basic commuting in the urban area, and can enjoy the green card policy, more cost-effective.
Compared with the pure fuel version of the 4S model with similar price and power level, the 4E-Hybrid model is more inclined to daily driving in orientation, the pure electric mode is quiet and smooth, and when there is a power demand, the engine intervention is also very smooth, and there will be no abrupt feeling. The air suspension of the standard PASM active suspension management system also offers an excellent balance of comfort and sportiness. According to my previous test drive experience, if you use a very sporty way to drive intensely, even to the performance on the track, the fuel-only version of the 4S model will have a greater advantage in power and handling.
However, although it is a plug-in hybrid version, if you always maintain the Hybrid hybrid mode during the actual driving process, you basically do not need to charge. The system will very well balance the ratio of pure electric driving and engine intervention, maximize the pure electric mileage of 50km, and keep the fuel consumption of the entire trip at a very low level. When the battery is depleted, the speed of kinetic energy recovery and engine power charging is also acceptable, and it can soon continue to drive in the form of hybrid.
The plug-in hybrid version of the Panamera has two points of note in the driving experience, the first is the motor position, on the 4E-Hybrid model, the motor is arranged between the engine and the gearbox, that is, when driving in pure electric mode, the power output of the motor is transmitted through the gearbox, and there is also a process of shifting gears, which is very different from the scheme of many other models on the market that do not need to be shifted when driving with pure electricity. However, there is no need to worry about the smoothness of the shift here. In fact, when I first started driving, I didn't pay attention to the gear displayed on the instrument, and I didn't even feel that the vehicle was changing gears. Only when you feel it very carefully, when you are upshift, you will have a very small feeling. This is because compared with the fuel engine, the motor cannot do the torsion reduction process so fast when performing the operation of upshifting and torsion reduction, which is caused by the structure and principle of the motor itself. In addition, when driving in pure electric mode, the plug-in hybrid version of the Panamera still maintains the smoothness similar to that of pure electric vehicles.
The second is the feeling of braking. The kinetic energy recovery of this car is set very slightly, after releasing the throttle, the indicator on the instrument shows that the kinetic energy recovery is only one block of intensity, and there is no feeling of dragging on the body. Stronger kinetic energy recovery will be achieved through the brakes. The initial stage of the brake request is achieved by a stronger kinetic energy recovery force, and the greater braking force requires a braking system to achieve. However, limited by the current technical level of the industry, the hybrid version of the model does have room for improvement in braking, compared to the pure fuel version of the brake system without the interference of the kinetic energy recovery system, whether it is the foot feel of the pedal or the degree of linearity of the brake force, it takes a long time to adapt to this change.
The platinum version configuration update is actually in the form of a configuration package to improve the cost performance of the vehicle in disguise. If you originally had a certain budget to choose when considering the Panamera model, it is obviously more appropriate to choose the platinum version directly. On this basis, if there are further requirements for sportiness, with the addition of the Sport Chrono kit and the optional sports exhaust, the vehicle will basically meet the standard of relatively full configuration.
summary:
For Porsche, the Panamera is undoubtedly one of its most successful gold-sucking models, and the upgraded platinum version of the model is naturally out of the confidence of the Panamera model and the recognition of its excellent performance. Porsche's excellent quality control and strong performance have long become the strongest label in the eyes of users, what kind of surprises will Porsche Panamera bring us in the future? You may wish to imagine together.
Author: Duan Jinyu