2021 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4S E-HYBRID SPORT TURISMO

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The TEVAdrive review highlights the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo as a unique proposition in the automotive market, being the only high-performance full-size wagon available. The reviewer praises its potent combination of a 2.9-liter V6 turbo engine and a 134 hp electric motor, delivering a total of 559 hp and a brisk 3.7-second 0-100 km/h acceleration. The Sport Turismo body style is noted for its improved rear space and headroom compared to the standard Panamera. Positives include the luxurious interior, the practical drive mode selector on the steering wheel, and the well-insulated cabin. However, the reviewer points out that the plug-in hybrid system, while powerful, doesn't quite match the immediate thrill of pure electric vehicles, and the charging cable is less sophisticated than that found in the Taycan. The Porsche Autosteer system is demonstrated, showing competent lane-keeping but with a less subtle warning system than some competitors. Ultimately, the Panamera 4S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo is positioned as a compelling, albeit niche, alternative for those seeking performance and practicality in a wagon form factor, with its closest competitor being its electric sibling, the Taycan Cross Turismo.