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Recently, Porsche unveiled the second-generation of the Panamera 4-door sports coupe and I have to admit, this one looks a lot better than the first-generation model, both inside and out.
The new Panamera is wider, longer, lighter, and taller than the current model.
It’s also more powerful!
What’s New
The 2017 Porsche Panamera rides on Volkswagen Group’s new MSB platform. Most of its body panels are constructed of aluminum, which reduces the overall weight by almost 200 pounds. Less weight, combined with a new adaptive air suspension and rear wheel steering (from the 911 Turbo and the 918 Spyder) should make the new Panamera handle much better. Compared to the 2016 model, the new Panamera is 1.3 inches longer at 198.8 inches, 0.2 inches wider at 76.3 inches, and 0.2 inches taller at 56 inches. However, Porsche points out the roofline’s tail end is 0.8 inches lower than the first-gen model.

Exterior Improvements
The second-generation Porsche Panamera shares none of its body panels with its predecessor.
The new Panamera gets a redesigned front fascia along with wider air intakes and wider fog light surrounds. The side profile remains elegant, but the first-generation’s hunchback silhouette has been replaced with a more pleasing coupe-like shape.
The rear fascia has also been redesigned with slimmer LED taillights.
Both Panamera models feature a c...