2017 Porsche Panamera: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2017 Porsche Panamera is a full redesign and the first year of the second-generation 971 model. Its headline change is a new body and cabin joined by new turbocharged engines, an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, and a touchscreen-centered dashboard.
About the 2017 Porsche Panamera
2nd generation (971), first year of the full redesign in the U.S.
Porsche positions the Panamera as a four-door sports car for drivers who need adult seating and hatchback cargo space without giving up quick responses and strong acceleration. Its core difference from traditional luxury sedans is the emphasis on low seating, precise handling, powerful engines, and a driver-centered cabin, combined with four individual seats, a large rear hatch, and long-distance comfort.
The nine-version range spans a 330-hp rear-wheel-drive base model, all-wheel-drive models, a 462-hp plug-in hybrid, and a 550-hp Turbo with a twin-turbo V8. Long-wheelbase Executive versions add 5.9 inches between the wheels for more rear legroom, while every version uses the new eight-speed transmission and digital-focused cabin.
What changed, by category
2017 Porsche Panamera specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 2.9 Liter | V6, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.0 Liter | V6, Hybrid, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 2.9 Liter | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.0 Liter | V6, Hybrid, Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid | Gas | Gas | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | ||
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 25 mpg | 27 mpg | 28 mpg | 25 mpg | ||
| Horsepower | 330 hp | 440 hp | 330 hp | 550 hp | 330 hp | 440 hp | 550 hp | ||
| Torque | 331 lb-ft | 405 lb-ft | 331 lb-ft | 567 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft | 331 lb-ft | 405 lb-ft | 567 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4850 lb | 4850 lb | 4850 lb | 4850 lb | 7716 lb | ||||
| Trunk/Cargo | 46 cu-ft | 46 cu-ft | 46 cu-ft | 46 cu-ft | 42.8 cu-ft | 52.3 cu-ft | 52.3 cu-ft | 52.3 cu-ft | 49.1 cu-ft |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 31 | 31 | |||||||
| MPGe Combined | 51 | 51 | |||||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||||||
| Alarm System | |||||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||||||
| Park Assist | |||||||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||||||
| 360 Camera | |||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||||||
| Fog Lights | |||||||||
| LED Headlights | |||||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||||||
| Navigation System | |||||||||
| Premium Audio | |||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||||||
| Subwoofer | |||||||||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||||||
| Dual Power Rear Seats | |||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||||||
| Leather Interior Trim | |||||||||
| Leather Seats | |||||||||
| Memory Front Seats | |||||||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | |||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||||||
| Rear Window Shades | |||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2017 Porsche Panamera fully redesigned?
Yes. The 2017 Porsche Panamera begins the second-generation 971 series with a completely new body, cabin, engine range, transmission, suspension, steering, and digital dashboard.
How is the 2017 Panamera different from the 2016 model?
The 2017 Panamera is a ground-up redesign rather than a light update. It has new turbocharged V6 and V8 engines, an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, a lower and sleeker body, redesigned chassis hardware, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen-centered cabin.
Does the 2017 Porsche Panamera have Apple CarPlay?
Yes. The redesigned 2017 Panamera has Apple CarPlay as part of its new touchscreen system, which centers on a 12.3-inch display with navigation.
What is different about a 2017 Panamera Executive model?
A 2017 Panamera Executive has a wheelbase that is 5.9 inches longer, creating more rear legroom. These models also emphasize rear-seat comfort with equipment such as power-adjustable rear seats, heated rear seats, and air suspension.
Which 2017 Porsche Panamera models are plug-in hybrids?
The 2017 plug-in hybrids are the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid and the longer Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Executive. Both combine a turbocharged V6 with an electric motor for 462 hp, use all-wheel drive, and support electric-only driving.
2017 Porsche Panamera Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Porsche Panamera.
Sources
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