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2021 Porsche Panamera

The 2021 Porsche Panamera is a full-size car, rated at 20 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

2021 Porsche Panamera
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Combined MPG
20
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$102,000
Recalls
3

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakePorsche
ModelPanamera
Model year2021
Vehicle classFull-size Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2.9 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S8)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG18
Highway MPG24
Combined MPG20
CO₂ tailpipe441 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3850

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Panamera20 MPG combined
Panamera 420 MPG combined
Panamera 4 e-Hybrid22 MPG combined
Panamera 4 e-Hybrid Executive22 MPG combined
Panamera 4 e-Hybrid ST22 MPG combined
Panamera 4 Executive19 MPG combined
Panamera 4 ST20 MPG combined
Panamera 4S20 MPG combined
Panamera 4S e-Hybrid22 MPG combined
Panamera 4S e-Hybrid Executive22 MPG combined
Panamera 4S e-Hybrid ST22 MPG combined
Panamera 4S Executive19 MPG combined
Panamera 4S ST19 MPG combined
Panamera GTS17 MPG combined
Panamera GTS ST17 MPG combined
Panamera Turbo S17 MPG combined
Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid19 MPG combined
Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid Executive19 MPG combined
Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid ST19 MPG combined
Panamera Turbo S Executive17 MPG combined
Panamera Turbo S ST17 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City18 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined20 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Panamera20 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 37% 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
$10,050

$2,010/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG20
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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 (3)

  • SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR21V608000 · 2021-08-04

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4 Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Panamera, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4S, Panamera GTS, Panamera Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, and Taycan Turbo S vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB6.

  • SUSPENSION:FRONT21V362000 · 2021-05-17

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Taycan, Panamera, Panamera Turbo S, Panamera GTS, Panamera 4, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Executive, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera 4S, Panamera 4S E-Hybrid, and Panamera 4 E-Hybrid vehicles. The front lower trailing arms were not forged correctly and may break.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the front lower trailing arms, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB2.

  • 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 2021 Porsche Panamera?

The 2021 Porsche Panamera is EPA-rated at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway).

Is the 2021 Porsche Panamera reliable?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2021 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 2021 Porsche Panamera?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2021 Porsche Panamera costs roughly $2,010 per year to fuel, or about $10,050 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2021 Porsche Panamera?

The 2021 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