German automaker Porsche is consolidating its image with the redesigned and reengineered 2017 Porsche Panamera.
The new Panamera is meant to unite the sports cars that the brand is known for on one hand with comfortable luxury sedans on the other, bridging the gap between the worlds. Porsche?s new Panamera joins a recent line of reinventions by the automaker intended to broaden its appeal to new consumer segments.
?The new Panamera can be identified as a Panamera at first glance, but also as the new Panamera,? said Michael Mauer, Head of Style Porsche AG. ?Its strengths have been reinforced, its weaknesses have been eradicated and above all its distinctive character has been preserved.?
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The new Panamera takes its cues from the Porsche 911 in its roofline and new side window, and its rear axle steering, helping to establish a distinct yet continuous place for the vehicle within the brand?s fleet. Porsche describes the resulting vehicle as ?a luxury sedan that is at home on the race track.? Porsche 2017 Panamera Turbo
On the interior, black panel surfaces and smartphone-like entertainment systems and touch screens reflect a makeover for the cockpit, pushing the brand?s design into the digital age. However, an analog tachometer remains as a tribute to the brand?s heritage.
Furthering the commitment to digital innovation, all 2017 Panamera?s will be outfitted with Porsche Connect. Porsche Connect allows drivers to sync up their vehicle and mobile phones, allowing ...