Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 Panamera.
The 2026 Porsche Panamera, driven by an automatic (AM-S8) transmission and returning an EPA-rated 18 city and 25 highway mpg for a 21 mpg combined average, presents a focused mechanical package. Looking at the model's reliability history spanning from 2010 to 2026, this year emerges as a standout, registering only a single owner complaint—focused on airbags—alongside two recalls. By tying the 2017 model year for the lowest complaint count on record and standing in stark contrast to the 33 complaints logged against the 2011 model, the 2026 Panamera indicates a thoroughly matured vehicle where early-generation growing pains have largely been resolved.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S8) |
| Overall length | 198.8 in |
| Overall width | 76.4 in |
| Overall height | 55.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.1 in |
| Curb weight | 4123 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 65 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 52/48 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 18 / 25 / 21 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
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.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4S E-Hybrid Sedan Liftback PHEV 2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 + Elec 21.8-kWh | 3.30 sec | 11.70 sec | 536 hp | AWD |
| 2025 | Turbo S E-Hybrid Sedan Liftback PHEV 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 + Elec 21.8-kWh | 2.50 sec | 10.50 sec | 771 hp | AWD |
| 2025 | Turbo S E-Hybrid Sedan Liftback PHEV 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 + Elec 21.8-kWh | 2.50 sec | 10.60 sec | 771 hp | AWD |
| 2025 | GTS Sedan Liftback 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.10 sec | 11.70 sec | 493 hp | AWD |
| 2025 | 4S E-Hybrid Sedan Liftback PHEV 2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 + Elec 21.8-kWh | 3.20 sec | 11.60 sec | 536 hp | AWD |
| 2025 | 4 E-Hybrid Sedan Liftback PHEV 2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 + Elec 21.8-kWh | 3.60 sec | 12.10 sec | 463 hp | AWD |
| 2024 | 4 Sedan Liftback 2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 | 4.20 sec | 12.70 sec | 325 hp | AWD |
| 2024 | Sedan 2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 | 4.40 sec | 13.10 sec | 348 hp | RWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2026 Panamera enters the record with just one complaint (air bag-related) and two recalls, continuing the low-complaint trend that began after the 2018 model year, which had 12 complaints and six recalls. Across the generation, complaints peaked at 33 in 2011 and again at 12 in 2018, then dropped to zero or single digits from 2019 onward, while recalls similarly fell from highs of five to six per year in the early 2010s and 2018 to zero to two per year after 2019. The 2026 model’s two recalls are in line with the recent low-recall pattern (2024 also had two), and its 202 technical service bulletins are the fewest in the entire dataset, indicating fewer documented issues so far. However, because the 2026 is a new model year with limited data, the low complaint count may reflect early reporting rather than proven long-term reliability. Overall, the 2026 appears to be a good year to buy, as it aligns with the generation’s most stable period, but buyers should monitor future recalls and TSBs as more data emerges.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 Panamera E-hybrid, Taycan, and Panamera vehicles. A retaining ring on top of the suspension strut may come loose, resulting in a dislodged strut and… Remedy: Dealers will inspect the retaining ring and reinstall it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche's…
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Panamera, Cayenne, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The fasteners securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the screw connections and replace the high pressure fuel pump and fuel lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed…
Showing 5 of 202 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| GR13D793 | 2026-06-30 | Exterior Lighting | Parts Withdrawal - Additional Brake Light |
| 03/26 9102 | 2026-06-30 | Electrical System | Complaint Regarding the Camera View (Real Top View) in the PCM Central Display (03/26) |
| 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 |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 18 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg.