The 2018 Porsche Panamera is certified across 16 configurations with 3L 6-Cylinder Engine, 2.9L 6-Cylinder Engine, 2.9L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain, 4L 8-Cylinder Engine, 4L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (AM-S8). EPA classified under the Large Cars size category.
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panamera Large Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Panamera 4 Large Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Panamera 4 Executive Large Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Panamera 4S Large Cars | 2.9L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Panamera 4S Executive Large Cars | 2.9L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Panamera 4 ST Large Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Panamera 4S ST Large Cars | 2.9L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Panamera 4 e-Hybrid ST Large Cars | 2.9L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain | 6 | Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gas or Electricity |
| Panamera 4 e-Hybrid Large Cars | 2.9L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain | 6 | Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gas or Electricity |
| Panamera 4 e-Hybrid Executive Large Cars | 2.9L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain | 6 | Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gas or Electricity |
| Panamera Turbo Large Cars | 4L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Turbocharged | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Panamera Turbo Executive Large Cars | 4L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Turbocharged | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid Large Cars | 4L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain | 8 | Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gas or Electricity |
| Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid Executive Large Cars | 4L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain | 8 | Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gas or Electricity |
| Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid ST Large Cars | 4L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain | 8 | Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gas or Electricity |
| Panamera Turbo ST Large Cars | 4L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Turbocharged | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
Large Cars
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Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2018 Porsche Panamera
The 2018 Porsche Panamera is certified with 3L and 2.9L and 4L 6-Cylinder / 8-Cylinder engine options across factory configurations.
Certified specifications reflect official EPA emissions and fuel economy filings under 40 CFR Part 600.
Yes. The 2018 Porsche Panamera is available with Rear-Wheel Drive and 4-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive configurations depending on trim package.
Drivetrain layout affects vehicle curb weight, traction capabilities, and EPA-certified fuel economy ratings.
Factory certification records list Automatic (AM-S8) transmission architectures for the 2018 Porsche Panamera.
Transmission specifications represent factory certified equipment tested for emissions and fuel economy compliance.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries under 40 CFR Part 600.
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