2010 Porsche Panamera: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

The 2010 Porsche Panamera is an all-new model and the first year of the first-generation Panamera in the US. Its headline change is the arrival of Porsche’s four-door, four-seat performance hatchback.

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About the 2010 Porsche Panamera

1st gen (970), first model year / launch year

Porsche positions the Panamera as a four-seat Gran Turismo, not a traditional chauffeur-focused luxury sedan. Its pitch is sports-car performance and driver engagement combined with usable rear-seat space and a large hatchback cargo opening. Against rivals like the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the Panamera leans harder into low seating, quick responses, and Porsche chassis tuning while still working as a comfortable long-distance car for four adults.

The S is the rear-wheel-drive, 400-hp version focused on balance, while the 4S pairs the same V8 with all-wheel drive for extra traction. The 500-hp Turbo is the flagship, with a twin-turbo V8, all-wheel drive, air suspension, and an active rear spoiler.

What changed, by category

Structural

The first-generation Panamera debuts with a new four-door hatchback body, four individual seats, and folding rear seatbacks.

Powertrain

The US launch lineup uses 4.8-liter V8 engines and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. The S and 4S produce 400 hp, while the Turbo uses a 500-hp twin-turbo V8. Auto stop/start is standard across the lineup.

Tech

The Turbo serves as the technology-focused model, with standard adjustable air suspension and a multi-element active rear spoiler.

2010 Porsche Panamera specs and features by trim

Feature	2010 Porsche PanameraS1 in stock	2010 Porsche Panamera4S0 in stock	2010 Porsche PanameraTurbo1 in stock
Engine	V8, 4.8 Liter	V8, 4.8 Liter	V8, Twin Turbo, 4.8 Liter
Transmission	Automatic, PDK	Automatic, PDK	Automatic, PDK
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD	AWD
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas
MPG City	16 mpg	16 mpg	15 mpg
MPG Highway	24 mpg	24 mpg	23 mpg
Horsepower	400 hp	400 hp	500 hp
Torque	369 lb-ft	369 lb-ft	516 lb-ft
Trunk/Cargo	15.7 cu-ft	15.7 cu-ft	15.2 cu-ft
Seats	4	4	4
Doors	4	4	4
Safety & Security
Adaptive Cruise Control
Alarm System
Front & Rear Parking Sensors
Rear View Camera
Exterior Features
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Power Moonroof
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
Entertainment & Electronics
Front DVD Entertainment System
Navigation System
Premium Audio
USB Ports
Comfort & Convenience
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather Interior Trim
Leather Seats
Memory Driver's Seat
Memory Steering Wheel
Remote Start
Remote Keyless Entry
Ventilated Front Seats

How the 2011 Porsche Panamera compares

The biggest change for the 2011 Porsche Panamera is the arrival of two 300-hp V6 trims: the rear-wheel-drive Panamera and all-wheel-drive Panamera 4. It is a range expansion rather than a redesign, with smaller equipment, efficiency, and handling updates elsewhere in the lineup.

See the full 2011 changes

Frequently asked questions

Was the 2010 Porsche Panamera an all-new model?

Yes. The 2010 Panamera was the model’s US debut and the first year of its first generation, introducing Porsche’s four-door, four-seat hatchback format.

Which models were in the 2010 Panamera launch lineup?

The 2010 US launch lineup consisted of the Panamera S, Panamera 4S, and Panamera Turbo. All three used V8 power and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.

What is the difference between the 2010 Panamera S and 4S?

The main difference is the driven wheels. The S sends its 400 hp to the rear wheels, while the 4S uses all-wheel drive for added traction; both have a 4.8-liter V8 and seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.

What made the 2010 Panamera Turbo different?

The 2010 Panamera Turbo was the 500-hp flagship. It combined a twin-turbo 4.8-liter V8 with all-wheel drive, adjustable air suspension, larger brakes, and a multi-element active rear spoiler.

Did every 2010 Porsche Panamera have an automatic transmission?

Yes. Every 2010 US Panamera used Porsche’s seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, often called PDK, and the launch lineup also had standard auto stop/start.