2018 Porsche Panamera
The 2018 Porsche Panamera is a full-size car, rated at 24 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 24
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $102,000
- Recalls
- 6
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Model | Panamera |
| Model year | 2018 |
| Vehicle class | Full-size Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 3 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S8) |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 21 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 28 |
| Combined MPG | 24 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 369 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3200 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Panamera | 24 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Panamera 4 | 23 MPG combined |
| Panamera 4 e-Hybrid | 22 MPG combined |
| Panamera 4 e-Hybrid Executive | 22 MPG combined |
| Panamera 4 e-Hybrid ST | 22 MPG combined |
| Panamera 4 Executive | 23 MPG combined |
| Panamera 4 ST | 23 MPG combined |
| Panamera 4S | 23 MPG combined |
| Panamera 4S Executive | 23 MPG combined |
| Panamera 4S ST | 22 MPG combined |
| Panamera Turbo | 21 MPG combined |
| Panamera Turbo Executive | 21 MPG combined |
| Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid | 21 MPG combined |
| Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid Executive | 21 MPG combined |
| Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid ST | 21 MPG combined |
| Panamera Turbo ST | 20 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 21 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 24% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $91,800
- Total interest
- $15,970
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (6)
- STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM18V898000 · 2018-12-19
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Porsche Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive, 2018 Panamera 4 Executive, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Executive, Panamera S E-Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera 4S Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo, and Panamera Turbo S Sport Turismo vehicles. A software failure may result in an intermittent loss of electric power steering assist.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the power steering control unit, free of charge. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ13.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM19V180000 · 2019-03-06
Porsche Cars North America, Inc is recalling certain 2018 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 E- Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo, vehicles. Incorrect soldering of a control unit may result in the intermittent failure of various systems, possible affecting vehicle driveability.
Remedy: Porsche Cars North America will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began May 17, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA5.
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC18V841000 · 2018-11-28
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, and Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo vehicles. The brake lines installed on the front axle may corrode over time. Corrosion inside the line may affect the front braking performance.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake line, and any damaged brake components, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ11.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL19V115000 · 2019-02-20
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Panamera 4 Executive, Panamera 4S Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Executive, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo and Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo vehicles, 2017-2018 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo and Panamera 4S Executive vehicles and 2019 Cayenne S and Cayenne vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide a visual warning when the brake pads are worn out. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA1/AKA0.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL19V735000 · 2019-10-16
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Panamera 4, Panamera Turbo, Panamera Turbo Executive, 2017-2018 Panamera, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera 4S, 2018 Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera 4 Executive, 2019 Cayenne Hybrid, 2019-2020 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2020 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne S Coupe vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide a visual warning when the brake pads are worn out. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall is began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB8. Note: This recall supersedes recall 19V115 and includes vehicles that were previously remedied under that campaign.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM23V033000 · 2023-01-27
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera GTS and Panamera Turbo vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of specific model names and model years. Humidity may enter the external coolant pump for the climate control system and cause an electrical short circuit.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the external coolant pump and inspect and replace the plug-in connection, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed March 6, 2023. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy becomes available, anticipated July 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA1.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2018 Porsche Panamera?
The 2018 Porsche Panamera is EPA-rated at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 28 highway).
Is the 2018 Porsche Panamera reliable?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2018 Porsche Panamera. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Porsche Panamera?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2018 Porsche Panamera costs roughly $1,675 per year to fuel, or about $8,375 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2018 Porsche Panamera?
The 2018 Porsche Panamera is classified as a full-size car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC