2026 Porsche Panamera
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.

- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4 / 4s 4dr Sedan, 4 / 4s Executive 4dr Sedan, 4 E-Hybrid 4dr Sedan, 4 E-Hybrid Executive 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 2.9L 6-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 348 hp
- Transmission
- 8-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 18 city / 25 hwy
- Length
- 198.8–204.7 in
- Curb weight
- 4,123–4,960 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 21 MPG combined, 19% below the 2026 large car average of 25.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 20 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Porsche Panamera is a large car offered with a 2.9L 6-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 199 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 116-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,123 lb (4 / 4s 4dr Sedan).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway), 19% worse than the 2026 large car average of 25.9 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 a year in fuel.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2026
- No plug-in hybrid version any more
- Engines dropped: 2.9L 8-cyl turbo and 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Panamera →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Leipzig, Saxony
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2026 Panamera configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 / 4s 4dr Sedan | 198.8 in | 76.4 in | 55.9 in | 116.1 in | 65 / 64.2 in | 4,123 lb | 52/48 |
| 4 / 4s Executive 4dr Sedan | 204.7 in | 76.4 in | 55.9 in | 122 in | 65 / 64.2 in | 4,365 lb | 52/48 |
| 4 E-Hybrid 4dr Sedan | 198.8 in | 76.4 in | 55.9 in | 116.1 in | 65 / 64.2 in | 4,784 lb | 48/52 |
| 4 E-Hybrid Executive 4dr Sedan | 204.7 in | 76.4 in | 55.9 in | 122 in | 65 / 64.2 in | 4,960 lb | |
| 4 Sport Turismo 4dr Wagon | 198.8 in | 76.4 in | 56.3 in | 116.1 in | 65 / 64.2 in | 4,145 lb | 53/47 |
| 4 Sport Turismo E-Hybrid 4dr Wagon | 198.8 in | 76.4 in | 56.3 in | 116.1 in | 65 / 64.2 in | 4,828 lb | 48/52 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panamera | 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | -19% | $3,900 | 431 |
| Panamera 4 | 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | -19% | $3,900 | 425 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Porsche Panamera.
Similar 2026 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Porsche Panamera (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 BMW 5 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Audi A6 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Lexus LS | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Tesla Model S | 410 mi | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Audi A5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (2)
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Sep 23, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V634000 · 177 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Panamera, Cayenne, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The fasteners securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, resulting in a fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the screw connections and replace the high pressure fuel pump and fuel lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 10, 2025.
Suspension › Front › Macpherson Strut · Jul 15, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V415000 · 284 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 Panamera E-hybrid, Taycan, and Panamera vehicles. A retaining ring on top of the suspension strut may come loose, resulting in a dislodged strut and air loss from the strut spring.
- Risk
- An air suspension strut failure may cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the retaining ring and reinstall it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA6.
Not every 2026 Porsche Panamera is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Panamera years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Panamera | 21 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 3 | 2 |
| 2024 Panamera | 21 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 2 |
| 2023 Panamera | 22 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 1 | 2 |
| 2022 Panamera | 22 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 Panamera | 22 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 4 | 2 |
| 2020 Panamera | 23 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 5 |
| 2019 Panamera | 23 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 Panamera | 24 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 8 | 12 |
| 2017 Panamera | 24 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 6 | 1 |
| 2016 Panamera | 25 | 197.6 in | Not rated | 4 | 3 |
| 2015 Panamera | 25 | 197.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 6 |
| 2014 Panamera | 25 | 197.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 14 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Porsche. How we calculate this →