2012 Introducing Porsche Panamera Diesel

The Porsche Panamera Diesel is powered by a four.0-liter V6 engine with a rated output of 250 hp (184 kW) achieved between four, 800 rpm and five, 400 rpm. The maximum torque of 550 Nm, obtainable all the way from one, 750 rpm to five,750 rpm, delivers high pulling power. It is exclusively obtainable with rear-wheel drive and makes use of a highly efficient eight-speed Tiptronic S as standard. The six-cylinder turbo diesel engine powers the new Gran Turismo from 0 to 62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 6.8 seconds, with a top speed of 150 mph (242 km/h).

The Porsche Panamera Diesel offers a highly appealing driving range of over 745 miles on 80-litre tank emits 172 g/km and delivers a combined fuel economy of 43.5mpg (6.5 l/100 km). With the optional lower rolling resistance tires, efficiency improves further still, to 167 g/km and 44.8mpg on a combined cycle.

Measuring 1931mm (76.0in) in width and 1418mm (55.8in) in height, the Panamera Diesel is both wider and lower than comparable four-door models. The unmistakable, sleek GT silhouette is created by an overall length of 4970mm (195.7in) and short, sporting overhangs front and rear. This new model can be recognized by the lettering diesel on the front doors.

The Porsche Panamera Diesel costs £62,134 (80,183 euro in Germany inc. VAT) and is on sale in the United Kingdom from August 2011.