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The 2022 Porsche Panamera easily ranks near the top of its vehicle class through its successful delivery of a full blend comprising a strong engine, composed handling, and a cozy cabin. It also offers plenty of other features which are covered in more depth in the write-up below. Use it to make a comparison against the 2022 Audi A8 to see which car outperforms the other.
Design & Style
The Panamera exudes a concept of both modern and traditional with plenty of high-quality materials seen adorning its surfaces. There are soft plastics, solid metal, and leather covering the whole cabin plus its trims. The car can seat up to five people under the Sport Turismo layout that offers a comfortable amount of space throughout. Leg- and headroom are also ample to support even taller passengers. Its seats are just as supportive with nice padding for prolonged comfort.
The Audi A8 offers an elegant and cushy cabin that can seat up to five people. Its front row seats are comfortable and come equipped with power adjustment options as well as heat and ventilation functions. Its cabin feels open and airy with rear seats feeling roomy and suitable for people of any size. Its interior makes use of high-rated finishes and real wood trims as well as soft leather for a lavish outlook.
Technology & Safety
The Panamera has several tech features to offer including auto climate control, WiFi hotspot, satellite radio, HD radio, 10 speakers, 3 USB ports, Bluetooth connectivity, navigation, and Apple CarPlay. It also comes packed with safety tech that includes rear and front parking sensors, and a rearview camera, as well as plenty of additional upgrade options.
The Audi A8 comes with standard tech features like HD radio, satellite radio, Bluetooth, 17 speakers, 2 USB ports, voice control, navigation, wireless charging, Apple and Android platform integration, Amazon Alexa, and a dual-touch infotainment system. For safety, the car offers parking sensors, rain-sensing wipers, rearview camera, auto high-beam headlamps, lane departure warning, parking cameras, auto emergency brakes, and collision warning.
Performance
The Panamera performs dynamically over a choice of six engine configurations. Its base puts out 330 horsepower through a turbo V6 and gets a combined gas mileage of 23 mpg city and 51 mpg highway.
The Audi A8 can make 335 horsepower turbo V6 and gets 17/26 mpg city/highway gas mileage.
The Bottom Line
The Panamera offers a range of muscular powertrain options for buyers to consider. It also navigates turns and corners smoothly for a quality riding experience. The car’s cabin boasts a chic interior that simultaneously offers plenty of comfort and support.
The Audi A8 is not as dynamic in terms of performance and its fuel economy is also rated poorly.
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