Recently unveiled at the L.A. Auto Show, the 2012 Porsche Panamera GTS receives some serious upgrades compared to its predecessors. Building on a blueprint laid out by its cousin, the Panamera S, this new release from Porsche will quickly get you from point A to point B, and on weekends, point C.
The 2012 Porsche Panamera GTS is the latest incarnation from the luxury sportscar manufacturer. With a focus on performance and efficiency, the 2012 Porsche Panamera GTS has an upgraded engine that now churns out 430 horsepower from a 4.8 liter V-8. The torque was bumped up from 369 pounds to 384, while the AWD traction is combined with Porsche's PDK dual-clutch transmission. To top it off, this beauty comes with a racing-inspired paddle shifter and does 0-60 mph in 4.3 seconds.
Designers also took aesthetics of the car into account, with black accents throughout the exterior and the sport exhaust system getting matte black tailpipes.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- High-performance Sports Sedans
- Luxury car manufacturers can incorporate high-performance engines, upgraded transmissions, and racing-inspired features to their sports sedans.
- Efficient Luxury Cars
- Luxury car manufacturers can focus on a balance of performance and efficiency with technology features that help reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
- Luxury Car Design
- Car designers can create elegant, sporty, and unique designs with customized color options and exterior accents.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Luxury Car Manufacturing
- Luxury car manufacturers can continue innovating with advanced features and configurations to meet the needs and preferences of their sophisticated clientele.
- Motor Sports Industry
- The motor sports industry can help create better, high-performance parts and technology features that fuel the growth and development of the luxury car industry.
- Automotive Design
- Automotive designers can work with advanced materials, 3D printing technology, and special effects to design luxury cars with unique features and functions.
