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2010 Porsche Panamera

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 Panamera.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic 7-spd

The 2010 Porsche Panamera is a passenger car equipped with a seven-speed automatic transmission and EPA-rated fuel economy of 16/24/19 mpg. Among Panamera model years tracked from 2010 through 2026, the 2010 model year registers just five owner complaints and one recall, with the electrical system cited as the top complaint area. That complaint count sits well below the 2011 peak of 33 and only modestly above the 2017 low of one, placing the 2010 Panamera near the cleaner end of the model's reliability history and making it a comparatively quiet entry point for researchers studying Panamera ownership data.

Model year2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2010

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque118 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy16/24/19 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 740 CCA battery, OE oil filter 9A711549900. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 49 · 740 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	9A711549900 alt 0PB115466
Engine air filter	97011022001
Spark plug	99917013090 alt 99917023690
Battery	9A7915089B alt 9A7915089
Front wiper blades	97062890100
Serpentine belt	7PP903137
Thermostat	94810603404 alt 94810670700
Cabin air filter	97057362300

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic 7-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	195.7 in
Overall width	76 in
Overall height	55.9 in
Wheelbase	115 in
Curb weight	4101 lb
Track (front / rear)	65 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	16 / 24 / 19 mpg
Drivetrain	All-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume	98 cu ft
Cargo volume	25 cu ft
Recommended fuel	Premium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Panamera of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.3–5.1 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.30 sec — 2010 Turbo

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2010	Turbo 4.8L Twin-Turbo V8	3.30 sec	11.70 sec	500 hp	AWD
2010	Turbo 4.8L Twin-Turbo V8	3.40 sec	11.70 sec	500 hp	AWD
2010	Turbo 4.8L Twin-Turbo V8	3.50 sec	11.90 sec	500 hp	AWD
2010	S 4.8L V8	4.60 sec	13.20 sec	400 hp	RWD
2010	S 4.8L V8	4.70 sec	13.30 sec	400 hp	RWD
2010	4S 4.8L V8	4.90 sec	13.50 sec	400 hp	AWD
2010	S 4.8L V8	5.10 sec	13.50 sec	400 hp	RWD
2011	Turbo S 4.8L Twin-Turbo V8	3.40 sec	11.60 sec	550 hp	AWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 118 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Differential Gear Oil Capacity

2.3 Pints

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	11.0 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	20.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts

118 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-6-2-4-3-5
Cylinder Firing Order	1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.28 lbs
Standard BCI Group Number	49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	740 cca

Brakes

Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness	0.079 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages

1	22.0 ft. lbs.	22 ft. lbs
2	37.0 ft. lbs.	37 ft. lbs
3	Loosen all bolts 360 degrees	360 degrees
4	22.0 ft. lbs.	22 ft. lbs
5	22.0 ft. lbs.	22 ft. lbs
6	110 degrees	110 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi.

Every 10,000 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 mi	Air Intake System (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
At 40,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 40,000 mi	CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Clutch Pedal Assembly (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Seat Belt System (inspect)
Every 60,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Drive Belt (replace)
Every 80,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 120,000 mi	Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2010 Porsche Panamera recorded 5 complaints and 1 recall, which is markedly lower than the 2011 model year’s 33 complaints and 5 recalls that followed. After the 2011 peak, complaint numbers generally declined, fluctuating between 1 and 13 per year through 2024, while recalls remained in the 1‑6 range with occasional investigations. Thus, the 2010 year sits at the low‑end of the complaint spectrum at the start of this generation’s data record. This pattern suggests that early‑model 2010 vehicles experienced fewer reported issues than many later years in the same generation. Consequently, the 2010 model year appears to be a comparatively reliable choice for a used purchase, provided a thorough pre‑purchase inspection and service history review are conducted.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

427

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

1 involved a crash · 1 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 5 complaints on record, top 3 components.

Electrical System2

Fuel/Propulsion System2

Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

10V141000Seat Belts:Front:AnchorageReported 08/04/2010

PORSCHE HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 PANAMERA S, 4S AND TURBO 4-DOOR SEDAN. IF THE FRONT SEATS ARE ADJUSTED TOWARDS AN EXTREME POSITION, RESULTING IN UNFAVORABLE TOLERANCE OF THE MATING… Remedy: DEALERS WILL HAVE AN ADDITIONAL LOCKING ELEMENT INSTALLED ON THE SEAT BELT ANCHORING SYSTEM FOR BOTH FRONT SEATS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 427 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
40/26 4407	2026-06-30	Wheels	Wheel Bolt Replacement Requirement - Change from Wheel Bolts with Aluminum Washers to…
TSTR2636	2026-06-29	Unknown Or Other	Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.031
TSTR2635	2026-06-29	Unknown Or Other	Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.030
20/26	2026-06-25	Engine	Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils (20/26)
19/26 1701	2026-06-25	Engine	Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils (19/26)

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Build data

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 49 battery Engine oil filter 9A711549900 Engine air filter 97011022001 Spark plug 99917013090 Battery 9A7915089B

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2010 Panamera have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Panamera get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 24 highway / 19 combined mpg.