Porsche launched this sportscar at the 13th Shanghai Motor Show in 2009. However, the Panamera wasn't originally as impressive as it is today. The German carmaker made several improvements when releasing the second-generation Panamera in 2016.

Porsche Panamera 2023 offers everything you could ask for in a powerful luxury car for everyday use. You may choose from five different variants of the Porsche Panamera.

• Panamera Standard

• Panamera Platinum Edition

• Panamera GTS

• Panamera Turbo S

• Panamera Turbo S E-hybrid

The differences between the Standard and Platinum Edition variants are mostly cosmetic - the latter looks much more exclusive. However, the other three variants are significantly more powerful and geared towards enhanced sports performance.

Though affordable compared to Porsche 911, the Panamera still commands a hefty price. Depending on the variant, the car would cost you between INR 1.57 cr and INR 2.73 cr.

Here's a list of variants and the average ex-showroom price of the Porsche Panamera:

• Porsche Panamera Standard: INR 1.57 cr

• Panamera Platinum Edition INR 1.74 cr

• Porsche Panamera GTS: INR 2.02 cr

• Porsche Panamera Turbo S: INR 2.34 cr

• Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-hybrid: INR 2.73 cr

Porsche has incorporated its signature design principles in the Panamera's exterior, giving it a familiar appearance and silhouette. The car boasts a powerful road presence and excellent visual dynamism.

The Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) integrated into Porsche Panamera features matrix LED headlamps. Additionally, the headlamp units include four-point LED DRLs.

The dual-strip LED DRLs on the front and the wide rear LED bar further add to the car's chic appearance.

Porsche Panamera comes with large air intake grilles on the front bumper and large cooling vents on the sides. Overall, the Panamera carries a sporty appearance that complements its performance.

The car's exterior design isn't just about being classy � it also reflects your taste for powerful sports performance. Porsche made sure to give the Panamera a distinctly sporty appearance.

The Porsche Panamera's interior features are exactly what you'd expect in a luxury saloon car. The cabin's top-notch finish adds both to the aesthetics and the ambience.

The plush leather-upholstered seats offer a comfy ride, along with the four-zone temperature control. The backrest angles, seat height, and squab of the front seats are electrically adjustable.

The two individual rear seats offer ample headroom, legroom, and lateral support. Adjustment features similar to those available for the front seats are available for the rear seats too, on request.

However, the comfortable ride experience isn't everything about the Panamera's interior. The car also boasts a plethora of infotainment features, including:

• A 12.3-inch central information display

• Porsche Car Connect

• Porsche Communication Management

• A 14-speaker Bose surround sound system

• A wireless charging pad

The touchscreen controls might be a little tricky for new users and hard to use on the go, but it's not much of an issue.

While discussing the Porsche Panamera features, let's not forget how safe this luxury car is. The Panamera has been integrated with an arsenal of safety features, such as:

• Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD)

• Eight airbags

• Rear wheel steering

• Traction control

• Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)

• Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

• Front and rear parking sensors

• Reverse camera

The car's customizability extends to safety features too, allowing you to install an ISOFIX child safety seat mount if necessary.

It suffices to say that Porsche Panamera doesn't compromise on safety in any way. Features like traction control and ESP are notably useful in helping you drive safely.

If you seek a luxury family car, the Panamera is a good choice as far as safety is concerned.

Regarding the Porsche Panamera's performance, one can't possibly overlook the car's strong surge of power and rapid acceleration. Though not as groundbreaking as some of the more powerful sportscars, the Panamera's potent motors perform quite well.

• Porsche Panamera's driving experience is extremely enjoyable. Despite the car's length, it steers smoothly and tackles sharp turns with elegance. The responsive steering masks the car's dimensions quite well.

• The ride quality is as quiet and comfortable as it can get, thanks to the amazing air suspension. For those seeking a luxury sportscar for relaxing long drives, Porsche Panamera is a great choice indeed.

• You may pick from four different driving modes in a Panamera - Normal, Sports, Sports+, and Individual. The Porsche Panamera driving experience in the sports modes is a little different.

• Upon switching to Sports or Sports+, the air springs promptly drop the ride height and the damping grows firmer. The Panamera then hugs the road perfectly, further improving its already impressive handling.

If you're on the hunt for a powerful luxury car with high fuel efficiency, Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid would be perfect. While the petrol variants don't quite tick the box, that's a compromise you'd have to make when getting a luxury sports car with a 4.0L engine.

Keep in mind Porsche Panamera beats much of its competition when it comes to mileage - even the Porsche 911.

The lack of suitable parking spaces is a common issue faced by luxury car owners in Indian cities. Especially for a car with the dimensions of a Porsche Panamera, it can be a real challenge during rush hours.

Thankfully, Park+ solves this issue by allowing you to find and book parking spots online. Try out the Park+ app the next time you need a parking spot - it'll save you a lot of time and hassle.