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Direct fuel injection (DFI).
With millisecond precision, DFI injects
fuel at up to 120 bar directly into the
combustion chamber by means of elec-
tromagnetically actuated injection valves,
thus ensuring homogeneous distribution
of the air/fuel mixture, and, therefore, effective combustion. As the mixture

is prepared directly in the cylinders,
DFI improves the internal cooling of
the combustion chambers compared
with that of a manifold injection system.
The achievable compression ratio of
12.5:1 helps to ensure a high level of
engine efficiency.
VarioCam Plus.
The Panamera GTS is also equipped
with VarioCam Plus which automatically
adjusts the intake camshafts and
switches the lift of the intake valves.
In the middle and low load ranges,
low valve lifts with advanced timing
reduce fuel consumption and exhaust
emissions and improve smooth
running. High torque and maximum
output are achieved through high
valve lifts and retarded timing.
How does this benefit you? Extra-
ordinary acceleration power with
comparatively low fuel consumption.
Auto start/stop function.
The auto start/stop function is also
standard in the Panamera GTS. If, for
example, you stop at traffic lights and
keep your foot on the brake pedal, the
system will automatically switch the
engine off. This fuel-saving system
restarts the engine as soon as you
release the brakes.
A key advantage is that there is no
need for you to change your driving
habits. You can simply carry on as
normal. All audio and communication
systems remain switched on and the
climate control continues to maintain
your selected temperature, despite the
engine being switched off. The engine
restarts if more power or extra cooling
output is required.
The auto start /stop function can be
activated and deactivated using a
separate button. The function may
[ 01 ] Sports exhaust system
remain inactive under particular cir
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cumstances, e.g. in very high outside
temperatures, on extreme uphill
gradients, or if bat tery charge is low,
and will be deactivated if SPORT or
SPORT PLUS mode is activated (p. 28).
Sports exhaust system.
The Panamera GTS is equipped as stand -
ard with the sports exhaust system
featuring tailpipes painted in matt black.
The exhaust system is made from
long-life stainless-steel alloys. The
powerful primary and main catalytic
converters heat up rapidly and help
to deliver ef fective emissions control.
When a separate control but ton is
pressed or SPORT or SPORT PLUS
mode is activated, the sports exhaust
system switches to a characteristic
motorsport sound, eclipsing even that
of the other Panamera models.
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Panamera Turbo. The brake disc dia-
meters are 390 mm and 350 mm at

the front and
rear respectively. The discs
are internally vented and slot ted for
improved heat dispersal and braking
even under extreme conditions.
The electric parking brake, which
can be activated manually, releases
automatically as you pull away.
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake
(PCCB).
The track-tested Porsche Ceramic
Composite Brake (PCCB) is available
on request (only in conjunction with
20 -inch wheels). The diameters of the
cross- drilled ceramic discs are 410 mm and
350 mm at the front and

rear respectively.
PCCB is characterised by its low thermal
expansion, which prevents deformation
under heavy braking. Furthermore, the
ceramic brake discs are totally resistant to
corrosion and offer more favourable noise-
damping properties.
The key advantage of PCCB is the
extremely low weight of the ceramic
brake discs, which are approximately

50 % lighter than standard discs of similar
design and size. As well as enhancing
performance and fuel economy, this

represents a major reduction in unsprung
and rotating masses. The results are
improved handling, better road holding
and increased comfort, particularly on
uneven roads.
Brakes.
The brake system of the Panamera GTS,
which features six- piston monobloc
aluminium fixed brake calipers at the
front and four-piston units at the
rear, has been carried over from the

Environment.
Porsche has reduced the CO2 emissions
of its vehicles by an average of around
1.7 % every year for the past 15 years
and by 4.6 % from 2006 to 2010.*
As far as engine output is concerned,

we are already among those manufactur -
ers achieving the lowest CO
2 emissions.
This has been achieved through efficient
drive concepts, lightweight construction,
optimum aerodynamics and low rolling
resistance. In this way, Porsche demon -
strates that even high performance
sports cars can achieve moderate fuel
consumption and exhaust emission
values in their respective category.
How? Through the use of fuel-efficient
technologies such as direct fuel injection
(DFI), VarioCam Plus, auto start/stop and
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The stated reduction in fuel consumption has been calculated from the fuel consumption figures determined in the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) for the respective model years of the vehicles and
in accordance with the respectively applicable European legislation.
electrical system recuperation, whereby
the vehicle bat tery is charged
predominantly under braking.
Furthermore, the bodyshell of the
Panamera GTS has an alloy content of
around 23 %. The bonnet, doors, front
wings and rear hatch, for example, are
made of aluminium, which saves weight
and reduces fuel consumption.
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speed of your vehicle by restricting throt -
tle or by gently applying the brakes until
your chosen distance from the vehicle in
front is maintained. If the vehicle ahead
slows further, adaptive cruise control
will decelerate your vehicle accordingly.
As soon as the road ahead clears, your
vehicle will accelerate back up to the
cruising speed originally set.
Lane Change Assist.
The optional Lane Change Assist uses
radar sensors to monitor the areas to the
rear of the vehicle and the blind spots
on either side. Above a speed of 18 mph
(30 km/ h), the system issues a visual
warning signal in the exterior mirrors
whenever a vehicle rapidly approaches
your vehicle from behind or enters one
of your blind spots. In this way, Lane
Change Assist improves comfort and
ParkAssist and reversing camera.
Park Assist is fit ted as standard. With
four sensors installed at the rear and six
sensors at the front, it audibly alerts
the driver to the presence of obstacles
detected behind or infront of the vehicle.
The audible alert is supplemented by a
visual warning in the central display
screen in the form of a graphical repre -
sentation of the vehicle’s surroundings.
The optional reversing camera facilitates
reverse parking with the aid of the cam -
era image and guidelines superimposed
on the PCM screen.
Adaptive cruise control.
Available as an option, this enhanced
version of cruise control regulates the
speed of your vehicle in line with the
speed of the vehicle in front. Imagine
you’ve selected a cruising speed but
have begun to gain on a slower-moving
vehicle. The system now reduces the
safety, particularly on motorways. How -
ever, it has no input into vehicle steering
and can be deactivated manually at any
time.
Porsche Entry & Drive.
Designed to minimise active key use,
Porsche Entry & Drive is available as
an option for the Panamera GTS and is recognisable by black inlays on the door
handles. As soon as you touch the door
handle, Porsche Entry & Drive checks

the access code stored in the key. Once
the key is validated, the door unlocks.
The engine can then be started and
switched off using the ignition switch.
To lock the vehicle, you simply press a
but ton on the outside of the door handle.
Porsche Entry & Drive then locks the
vehicle and activates the engine immobi -
liser and steering column lock.
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Engine
Cylinders 8
Displacement 4,806 cm
3
Max. power (DIN) at rpm316 kW (430 hp) at 6,700 rpm
Max. torque at rpm 520 Nm at 3,500 rpm
Compression ratio 12.5 : 1
Transmission
Layout All-wheel drive
PDK (7-speed) Standard
Chassis
Front a xle Fully independent large-format double
wishbone suspension
Rear axle Fully independent multi-link suspension
Steering Power-assisted (hydraulic)
Turning circle 11.97 m
Brakes Six-piston aluminium monobloc fixed brake
calipers at front, four-piston
aluminium monobloc fixed calipers at rear,
discs internally vented and slotted
Vehicle stability system Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
Anti-lock braking system ABS
Standard wheels Front 9 J x 19 ET 60
Rear 10 J x 19 ET 61
Standard tyres Front 255/45 ZR 19
Rear 285/40 ZR 19
Weights
Unladen weight (DIN) 1,9 2 0 k g
Unladen weight (EC)* 1,9 9 5 k g
Permissible gross weight 2,480 kg
Performance
Top speed 288 km/ h (179 mph)
0 –100 km/ h (0 – 62 mph) 4.5 secs
Overtaking acceleration (80 –120 km/ h; 50 –75 mph) 3.2 secs
Fuel consumption/emissions
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Urban in l/100 km
Urban in mpg 1 6 . 1 ( 1 5 . 8 *** )

1 7 . 5 ( 1 7 . 9 *** )
Extra urban in l/100 km
Extra urban in mpg 8 . 0 ( 7 . 8 *** )

3 5 . 3 ( 3 6 . 2 *** )
Combined in l/100 km
Combined in mpg 1 0 . 9 ( 1 0 . 7 *** )

2 5 . 9 ( 2 6 . 4 *** )
CO
2 emissions in g / km 2 5 6 ( 2 5 1 *** )
Dimensions
Length 4,970 m m
Width (including exterior mirrors) 1,931 mm (2,114 mm)
Height 1,4 0 8 m m
Wheelbase 2,920 mm
Luggage compartment volume
(German Car Manufacturers’ Assoc.) 445 litres
with rear seats folded down
(German Car Manufacturers’ Assoc.) 1,263 litres
Tank capacity including reserve 10 0 l i t r e s

Technical data
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Technical data
Some items of equipment featured on or in the vehicles in this catalogue are available as extra - cost options only.
All information regarding construction, features, design, performance, dimensions, weights, fuel consumption and
running costs was correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print. Subject to change without notice.
*** Weight is calculated in accordance with the relevant EC Directives and is valid for vehicles with standard specification
only. Optional equipment increases this figure. The figure given includes 68 kg for the driver and 7 kg for luggage.
* ** The latest Porsche models are designed to operate on fuels with an ethanol content of up to 10 %. Data determined for
standard specification and in the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) in accordance with the Euro 5 (715/2007/ EC
and 692/2008/ EC) measurement method. The figures do not refer to an individual vehicle nor do they constitute part
of the of fer. They are intended solely as a means of comparing dif ferent t ypes of vehicle. You can obtain further
information about individual vehicles from your Porsche Centre.
*** In conjunction with 19-inch all-season tyres (low-rolling resistance version).