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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.

2018 Porsche Panamera
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Combined MPG
24
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$102,000
Recalls
6

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakePorsche
ModelPanamera
Model year2018
Vehicle classFull-size Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement3 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S8)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG21
Highway MPG28
Combined MPG24
CO₂ tailpipe369 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3200

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Panamera24 MPG combined
Panamera 423 MPG combined
Panamera 4 e-Hybrid22 MPG combined
Panamera 4 e-Hybrid Executive22 MPG combined
Panamera 4 e-Hybrid ST22 MPG combined
Panamera 4 Executive23 MPG combined
Panamera 4 ST23 MPG combined
Panamera 4S23 MPG combined
Panamera 4S Executive23 MPG combined
Panamera 4S ST22 MPG combined
Panamera Turbo21 MPG combined
Panamera Turbo Executive21 MPG combined
Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid21 MPG combined
Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid Executive21 MPG combined
Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid ST21 MPG combined
Panamera Turbo ST20 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City21 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined24 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Panamera24 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 24% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$1,796/mo
Amount financed
$91,800
Total interest
$15,970
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5-year fuel cost
$8,375

$1,675/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG24
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA 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