Porsche Panamera 2012

2012 Porsche Panamera: what owners report

• On the first-generation (2009-2016) S E-Hybrid, French owners report several hybrid battery failures that immobilise the car, with quotes of roughly 19,000-25,000 euros.2009–2016
• Oil consumption on the 4.8 V8 of the 970 generation is reported by several French owners; the German long-term 4S used 8.75 litres in 100,000 km.2009–2016
• Depreciation is the big cost: the 970 4S long-term car bought in 2011 lost about 90,000 euros; French 970 owners criticise dealer costs, and two US 2018 owners cite poor value or an uncovered battery bill.2011–2018
• French owners of 2009-2016 Panameras report air-suspension faults, from leaks and compressor wear to a failed front strut on a Turbo.2009–2016