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Steering and Power steering Plus.
The steering system with its variable
steering ratio is precise and direct.
Around the straight ahead position, such
as when on the motorway, the ratio is less
direct with no loss of agilit y or feedback
from the road. When the steering wheel is
turned further, the steering ratio becomes
more direct, allowing easier cornering and
parking. For even greater driving comfort,
speed-sensitive Power steering Plus is
available as an option. At high speeds,
the firmer steering ratio enables precision
steering manoeuvres; at low speeds,
the ratio automatically adjusts to facilitate
parking. Power steering Plus is standard in the
Panamera S E-Hybrid and optional for

all other Panamera models.
Steering wheels.
The multifunction steering wheel is
standard in all models and available on
request for the Panamera GTS at no
extra cost. It features t wo ergonomic
gearshift switches for manual gear
selection and of fers convenient control
of audio, telephone and navigation
functions as well as the on-board
computer. In conjunction with PDK and
the Sport Chrono Package (p. 68), you
will find an additional display above the airbag module for the SPORT and

SPORT PLUS modes and the Launch
Control function.
The SportDesign steering wheel with
gearshift paddles is fit ted as standard
in the Panamera GTS and available
as an option for all other models. It is
distinguished by its striking dual-arm
design. Upon request, it is possible to
have the SportDesign steering wheel
finished in black Alcantara.
We haven’t reinvented the wheel.
Just about everything else that goes with it.
SportDesign steering wheel, Sport Chrono Package
Multifunction steering wheel
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Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control
(PDCC) including Porsche Torque
Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus).
Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)
is an active anti - roll system that antici-
pates and reduces lateral body move -
ment during cornering manoeuvres. In
addition, it minimises the lateral insta -
bilit y of the vehicle on uneven ground.

PT V Plus – in combination with PDCC –
enhances driving dynamics as well as
stabilit y. As a function of steering angle
and steering speed, accelerator pedal
position, yaw rate and vehicle speed, it is able to improve steering response and
steering precision by specific braking of
the right or left rear wheel.


What do PDCC and PT V Plus mean for
you? Remarkable lateral stability and
easier handling, excellent traction, and
great agilit y at every speed with precise
steering and stable load transfer
characteristics. And even more fun in
the corners.
Optional for the Panamera models
(except Panamera S E-Hybrid).
The more stable the relationship,
the greater your individual freedom.
Porsche Stability Management (PSM).
PSM maintains stability even at the limits
of dynamic driving performance. Sensors
continuously monitor the direction, speed,
yaw velocit y and lateral acceleration

of the car. PSM improves traction under
acceleration on inconsistent road sur faces.
When SPORT PLUS mode is selected

on the Sport Chrono Package (p. 68),
the PSM intervention threshold is raised
to give sport y drivers greater freedom
to assert their own driving st yle.
Standard in the Panamera models.
Rapid cornering without PDCC (illustrative example) Rapid cornering with PDCC (illustrative example)
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SPORT button.
The SPORT but ton, which is fit ted as
standard, enables you to select a setup
that favours either comfort or sport y
performance. At the push of a but ton,
the electronic engine management
system switches the engine mapping to
offer a sharper response and engine
dynamics that are more direct.

With the gearbox in automatic mode,
upshifts take place at higher engine
speeds and downshifts are swifter. In
addition, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and Porsche
Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) also
switch to SPORT mode to deliver harder
damping and more direct steering and,
therefore, even more agile cornering.

Sport Chrono Package.
The Sport Chrono Package helps to
provide an even sportier setup. Included
in the package are a digital and analogue
stopwatch, the SPORT PLUS button,
the longitudinal and lateral acceleration
display and a performance display in
PCM for displaying lap times.
It used to be the timetable that decided the sports period.
Now it’s your turn.

Performance enhancement systems.
The SPORT PLUS but ton on the centre
console is used to activate SPORT PLUS
mode. The engine becomes even more
responsive. The rev- limiter is adjusted to
a harder set ting (except in the Panamera S
E- Hybrid). Vehicles with Porsche Active
Suspension Management (PASM) switch
to SPORT PLUS mode for harder damping
and more direct steering. Models with
adaptive air suspension drop to ‘low level’
and switch to a stiffer spring rate. In
SPORT PLUS mode, the trigger threshold
for PSM is raised for increased
longitudinal and lateral dynamics. The stopwatch mounted on the dashboard
displays recorded driving time or can be
used as a conventional clock. Porsche
Communication Management (PCM) has

a special performance display to view,
store and evaluate lap times or other
driving times.

When combined with PDK, the Sport
Chrono Package has t wo additional
functions: the shift times in SPORT PLUS
mode become even shorter, the gear
changes even sportier. The second
function is Launch Control, designed to produce optimum acceleration from a
standing start.


For the Panamera Turbo, increased power
output is a mat ter of principle. In this
model, the Sport Chrono Package takes
performance to another level with the
overboost function. Whenever you
accelerate at full throt tle in SPORT or
SPORT PLUS mode, boost pressure will
be temporarily increased by up to 10 %.
This significantly increases the maximum
torque, delivers a short-term complacent
700 to 770 Nm – and puts a smile on
the driver’s face. Standard in Panamera GTS, optional for
the other Panamera models and only in
conjunction with Porsche Communication
Management (PCM).
SPORT but tons on the centre console
Digital and analogue stopwatch on the dashboard
For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency classes, please refer to page 150/151.
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At Porsche, intelligent engineering is
also key to providing balance, especially
behind the steering wheel. On long
straights or in tight corners, with lighting
systems, for example, that enable the
driver to breathe easy regardless of the
road ahead. With brake systems that
contribute to the driver’s inner calm and
assistance systems that of fer support
rather than take over, as you will discover
from page 100 onwards.
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Lighting concept.
Standard in all new Panamera models:
Bi-Xenon headlights featuring automatic
and dynamic range adjustment, a
headlight cleaning system and integral
day time running lights with four LED
spotlights in each headlight. On the
new Panamera GTS, the headlight units
are finished in black.

The Porsche Dynamic Light System
(PDLS) is standard in the Panamera Turbo
and Panamera GTS, and available on
request for all other models. Its dynamic cornering light function
swivels the headlights towards the inside
of the bend, based on the steering angle
and driving speed. The static cornering
lights activate the auxiliary headlights

in order to illuminate more of the road
at tight bends and turns. In addition,
beam distribution is continuously adapted
in line with driving speed and prevailing
light conditions. Another function is
the adverse weather function. This is
activated whenever the rear fog light
is switched on and improves safet y
by reducing the dazzle to which you
are exposed and by providing bet ter
illumination of the kerbside.
Automatic headlight activation is standard
in all models and switches the lights on
automatically when it gets dark. The
lighting system also includes an auto matic
switch- off feature and the ‘Welcome
Home’ function – a customi sable delayed
switch- off timer that keeps the day time
running lights and the taillights switched
on until you reach your front door.


Adaptive LED brake lights are fit ted as
standard and pulsate in the event of panic
braking, thereby alerting following traffic
more quickly to a critical situation.
Sometimes, looking ahead also means thinking about
what’s around the next corner.
Safety.
Night light design of the Bi -Xenon headlights Night light design
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Engineered body design.
The lightweight bodyshell construction,
made from super- high -strength steels,
stainless steel, magnesium and aluminium,
ensures a low overall weight. It also
produces a highly resilient passenger
cell that offers high levels of protection
in the event of an impact. The system of
longitudinal and transverse
members at
the front absorbs deformation
energ y and
disperses the forces, thereby minimising
deformation of the interior. In addition,
passive safet y is further enhanced by the
front axle aluminium subframe, which is
designed to deform in a defined manner.
A rigid bulkhead cross member reduces
deformation of the foot well in the event of an impact and provides improved
protection for the feet and legs. In a
minor collision, a system of easily
replaceable impact absorbers prevents
costly damage to the underlying
bodyshell.


Active bonnet system.
The active bonnet system is designed
with enhanced pedestrian safet y in mind.
The moment the sensors in the front
apron detect a collision, this pyrotech -
nically assisted system raises the rear
portion of the bonnet, which can help
to reduce the risk of injury.
Airbags and seat belt system.
All Panamera models are fit ted as
standard with full-size driver and front
passenger airbags. Depending on the
severit y and t ype of accident, they are
inflated in t wo stages. In less serious
accidents, the airbags are only partially
inflated, thereby minimising discomfort
to the occupants.

As well as knee airbags for driver and
front passenger, the Porsche Side Impact
Protection System (POSIP) is also fit ted
as standard. This comprises side airbags in the front
seats, curtain airbags along the entire
roof frame and the side windows from
the A-pillar to the C-pillar, and side
impact protection elements in the doors.
Side airbags in the rear compartment

are available as an option. Also featured
as standard are an energy absorbing
steering column, three - point seat belts
on all seats, belt height adjustment and
seat belt force limiters in the front, and
seat belt pretensioners front and rear.
A rollover sensor automatically activates
the curtain airbags and seat belt
pretensioners if the vehicle threatens

to overturn.
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Your first impression of the Panamera
interior is the generous amount of comfort.
The second impression is one of sport y
lightness and excellent ergonomics. The
five round instruments have an integrated
4.8-inch colour screen. The centre console
ascends towards the front, shortening the
reach bet ween the steering wheel and the
gear selector. All the important controls
are arranged into logical groups to give
you quick access to important functions
without the need to browse through long
sub-menus.Smooth-finish leather, natural leather,
two-tone colour combinations, elegant
woods, aluminium and carbon – thanks
to these and many more personalisation
options, you can make your Panamera
even more sport y or even more
comfortable. Or both. In the Panamera
Turbo and Panamera GTS, the rooflining

is upholstered in Alcantara as standard
(optional for all other models). For
more detailed information about colours
and personalisation, please refer to
page 110 onwards.


There’s still nothing quite like being surrounded by your own four walls.
Even when you’re on the move.
Interior.
The Panamera models offer a variet y of
storage options, for example in the doors
and centre console. There is a cupholder
in the front centre armrest and t wo
cupholders in the rear compartment. On
request at no extra charge, it is possible
to have a further t wo fold- out cupholders
fitted above the glove compartment.

For extra storage space, a large centre
console is available as an option for
the rear compartment. It comes with a
230 -volt socket, an additional 12-volt
socket and preparation for a cooling compartment. The interior lighting
concept with switch- off delay is practical
and appealing. This includes illuminated
door handles and storage compartments
in the front, orientation lights, front
foot well lights and also reading lights
and interior lights – one of each for all
four seats.


Interior of the Panamera S E-Hybrid in Marsala, brushed aluminium interior package
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Front seats.
The front seats with integrated headrests
offer a high degree of comfort and hold
your body firm during cornering, without
restricting your freedom of movement.
Seat adjustment is fully electric as
standard with controls on both the driver
and front passenger sides for seat
height, squab and backrest angle, and
fore/aft position. A driver memory
package, available as an option, enables
the driver’s seat and exterior mirror
positions to be saved and restored
automatically.

Optional 14-way power seats with
memory package (standard in the
Panamera Turbo) for driver and front passenger offer even more functionalit y.
In addition to featuring an electric
steering column adjustment facilit y, the
package includes electric four-way
lumbar support, electric seat squab
length adjustment and personal memory
settings for seat, steering wheel, PCM
and mirror positions.


The courtesy lights (LEDs in the exterior
mirrors) are a component of the driver
memory package and 14-way power
seats with memory package. ISOFIX
child seat mounting points are available
as an option for the front passenger
seat in conjunction with the deactivation
function for the passenger airbag.
Adaptive Sports seats.
The optional adaptive Sports seats have
firmer – yet still comfortable – upholster y
and provide even bet ter lateral support
thanks to the raised side bolsters on the
seat squab and backrest.

Featuring 18 -way electric adjustment,
the seats can be optimally adapted to
meet your needs in terms of seat height,
squab and backrest angle, squab length,
fore/aft adjustment and four-way lumbar
support. The steering column is also
electrically adjustable. In addition,
the side bolsters on the seat squab and
backrest are independently adjustable
for added comfort over long distances or precision lateral support on winding
roads. Also included is the personal
memory for the driver and front
passenger seats (including lumbar
support), the steering wheel and the
driver’s exterior mirror.
Standard front seat
Adaptive Sports seat (front)
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CDR audio system.
The CDR audio system has a 7-inch
colour touchscreen which enables you to
navigate and select the most important
functions and menus with ease and
ef ficiency. The integrated CD radio,
with FM t win tuner and RDS diversit y,
30 memor y presets, dynamic autostore
and speed -sensitive volume control,
includes a sound system with 10 loud -
speakers and a total audio output of
100 wat ts. An optional integrated CD
autochanger holds up to six CDs.
Standard in the Panamera models
(except Panamera Turbo).
CDR Plus audio system.
Optional CDR Plus has 11 loudspeakers
and delivers a total output of 235 wat ts.
Functions are controlled using a high-
resolution colour touchscreen. On
request, it is possible for CDR Plus to
be combined with the Burmester
® (p. 98)
or BOSE
® (p. 98) Sound System. An
analogue and digital t win tuner ensures
an extensive selection of radio broadcasts.
Other features include a CD/ DVD drive
supporting audio playback of MP3 files
and audio/video DVDs, and a USB port
for various iPod
® and iPhone® models,
MP3 players and USB memory sticks
containing MP3 tracks. Album cover art
is also supported. Connected USB
devices can be controlled via CDR Plus or the multifunction steering wheel. An

AUX interface enables you to connect
additional external audio sources,
in which case functions are controlled
directly from the external device.
Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) with navigation module.
Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) is your control centre for audio,
navigation and communication functions.
It is powerful and multifunctional, yet
intuitive to use. The most important
component is the 7-inch high-resolution
touchscreen with graphical user
interface. Alternatively, you can operate
PCM using separate rotary pushbut ton
controls. The radio has an FM t win tuner, while the DVD audio drive plays CDs

and audio DVDs and is MP3- compatible.
A six- disc CD/ DVD autochanger
integrated in PCM is available as an
option. The optional universal audio
interface (USB) allows you to store

and play up to 5,000 MP3 files on the
40-GB internal hard drive.

In conjunction with PCM, a total output
of 235 wat ts is produced through
a combination of 11 loudspeakers.
In the Panamera Turbo, the BOSE®
Surround Sound System (p. 98) is fit ted
as standard and features 14 loud-
speakers delivering a total output of
585 wat ts. For an even greater sound
experience, PCM can be combined with the optional Burmester
® High - End
Surround Sound System to offer over
1,000 wat ts produced by 16 direct- drive
loudspeakers (p. 98, not for the
Panamera S E-Hybrid).

The T V tuner available as an option for
PCM receives free-to -air analogue and
digital television broadcasts.

A navigation module with high-speed hard
drive is included with PCM. For route
guidance, it is possible to select bet ween
a 2D display and a 3D perspective. In
some regions, even buildings can be
shown in 3D, as can the terrain, the
lat ter superimposed with a satellite map
image. Split-screen mode enables you
to view two functions at once, such
as the current navigation map and list
of symbols that represent your next
driving instructions. The navigation
module also features dynamic route
guidance, which recalculates the route in response to of ficial traf fic messages
(TMC) and information from traffic flow
sensors (TMC Pro).


One key function of PCM in the
Panamera S E-Hybrid is the graphical
display of the hybrid drive system
showing the flow of energy in the various
modes, such as all - electric mode,
e - boost, recuperation or coasting.
Another display – ‘Hybrid Zero Emission’
– shows you the amount of time, as
a proportion of the total driving time,
that you have spent driving without the
combustion engine.
Standard in the Panamera Turbo,
optional for the other Panamera models.
You can set your sights on any destination of your choice.
Will you take the direct route, the fast route or the scenic route?

Audio and communication.
CDR audio system
Porsche Communication Management (PCM)
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Electronic logbook.
An electronic logbook is available for
PCM as an option. It automatically logs
the mileage, route distance, date, time,
starting location and destination for ever y
journey. The soft ware fulfils all statutory
requirements for automatic logbooks as
specified by the German revenue
authorities.
Telephone module.
The quadband GSM telephone module is
available as an option for PCM and offers
convenience and excellent reception.
With a SIM card inserted directly into
PCM’s integral SIM card reader, calls
can be made using either the hands-free
facility or the cordless handset.
Alternatively, the Bluetooth
® capability
of a mobile phone can be used to make
calls through the SIM Access Profile
(SAP). Once automatic pairing is complete,
the mobile phone’s aerial is switched
off to conserve bat tery charge and the
phone operates via the car aerial.
Depending on the type of mobile phone,
this gives access not only to the numbers
on the SIM card, but also to the phone’s
internal memory. Also depending on
the phone, it can be controlled using
PCM, the multifunction steering wheel
or the voice control system without it
ever leaving your pocket. In addition,
the telephone module enables you to
establish a Bluetooth
® link with those
mobile phones that only support the
Handsfree Profile (HFP). In this case, the
GSM connection is always established
through the aerial of the mobile phone. PCM acts as a hands-free system and you
can leave the mobile phone tucked away.
Please refer to the note on page 136.


To make a private call, despite having
other passengers in the vehicle, the
telephone module includes a cordless
Bluetooth
® handset, with display and
keyboard located in the centre console.
However, the handset cannot be used
for Bluetooth
® links established using
the Handsfree Profile (HFP).
Mobile phone preparation.
An optional mobile phone preparation is
available to enable a Bluetooth
®
connection for those mobile phones that
only support the Handsfree Profile (HFP).
This function also enables you to leave
your mobile phone tucked away. The CDR
audio system and PCM can be used to
control only the basic functions of the
mobile phone and the GSM connection is
established through the mobile phone’s
aerial. Please refer to the note on
p age 13 6.
Online services.
Using the free-to - download Aha Radio
app, you can use your smartphone to
stream Internet radio, news feeds,
podcasts and audiobooks directly to the
PCM. Local information, such as hotel
and restaurant listings, can be read aloud
automatically thanks to text-to-speech
functionality. Point of Interest searches
with subsequent direct selection as your
navigation destination are also supported.
The online content is received by your
smartphone and controlled by means of
PCM.Electronic logbook
Telephone module
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