What day is October 12?

Last October 12, at our house.Panamera Turbohas arrived. It's only been a year...I feel like it's been about 3 years already. As for the mileage, etc.

Year in Review 〘1 Year in Review〙.
Mileage: 13749 km
Oil refill: 1 time
Oil change: 3 times(Initial inspection, at 6500 km, 1 year inspection)
Flat tire: 1 time(Since it was a minor puncture, they were able to fix it during the one-year inspection. Therefore, the tire was not replaced.)
Failure: No major failures, but...Driving on the highway on a day of heavy rain, "PSM failure" is displayed.was out. But when I had it looked at by the dealer, there was nothing wrong with it.

So today, I would like to write about what I feel now that a year has passed since the delivery of the Panamera Turbo. Let me start with my husband's view.

Husband's evaluation: what he likes (+)

(1) "Hard and flexible" indeed.

The air suspension is lowered and the engine response is at its peak when the driver whips it into shape with the Sport Plus.I am truly in the mood for GT3.It's great to drive up winding roads with PDK purring, purring, purring.

(2) Unparalleled stability at high speeds

If you simply want to drive straight, there are other cars that feel easier, and some may find them better.The Panamera has more ground contact and more information transmitted by the tires, so it is less anxious.It is very stable even on highway curves and nothing happens. It warps from any speed range with a single step, with no stress at all. Around here, theThe Panamera is outstanding and amazing.

(iii) Rear axle steering for easy turning

I usually don't feel much benefit when I'm riding around town or driving normally on the highway, butIt is very effective when parking and on winding roads with tight corners.It's one of the options I'll definitely add next time I buy a Porsche.

(4) Moderate gravity

The 971 Panamera is generally more nimble than its predecessor, the 970 Panamera. However, theCompared to the 4S and other models, the Panamera Turbo feels that it retains a more intense sense of moderate weight.However, that does not mean that it is heavy to start driving or difficult to drive. I think it is a perfect balance.

Husband's rating: Concerned (-)

(1) Slow shift response of PDK in low and mid RPM range (sometimes)

Considering its use as a luxury sedan, I often wonder if the emphasis is on smoothness of shifting rather than on response, and I imagine that such tuning was done on purpose, perhaps to avoid vulgar shifting shocks.

Perhaps that's why.In any situation, shifting shocks are hardly felt, and comfort is high. However, since it is a Porsche, it could be more response-oriented.I think.

(2) Slightly firmer front seat

The seats in our Panamera are the turbo standard comfort seats (electric seats with 14-way memory).The cushioning in the seat area could be a little thicker or softer.I think. Sometimes I feel discomfort, though not to the point of pain in my buttocks. However, this depends largely on your body shape and preference, so this is just for your information.

(iii) Tire pressure problem with Comfort Pressure for Japanese specs.

The tire pressure of the Comfort Pressure for Japanese specifications is only compatible up to 160 km/h.The air pressure of the Comfort Pressure in the home country specifications is compatible up to 270 km/h, while the air pressure of the Comfort Pressure in the Japanese specifications is compatible up to 160 km/h.

This cannot be changed in the settings, and Japanese users areThe driver is forced to choose between two extreme settings: a high standard pressure (F3.1 bar/R2.8 bar) or a low comfort pressure (F2.3/R2.3) up to 160 km/h.Moreover, at comfort pressure, over 160 km/h.Sound and warning on instrument panel.This is even more dangerous because it is so easy to be surprised by the pressure. However, if the air pressure is lowered at the standard pressure setting, an insufficient air pressure warning will appear.

This is one area where I would like Porsche Japan to do something. We strongly hope that Porsche Japan will do something to improve this area. That is all.

That is my husband's opinion. I feel like, "If they say it so accurately, they don't need my opinion as a layman... (-_-)" But since I am here, I wrote my opinion from a woman's point of view as well.