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Porsche to Launch Panamera Platinum Edition in November

The Panamera Platinum Edition brings distinctive styling and extra equipment to Porsche’s luxury saloon, with sales to begin in November for selected variants.

By Steve James Updated
2013 Porsche Panamera Platinum Edition
2013 Porsche Panamera Platinum Edition steve lyon from los angeles, ca, usa / CC BY-SA 2.0

Porsche will introduce the Panamera Platinum Edition in November, adding a new layer of specification and visual distinction to its luxury saloon range. The Platinum Edition will be available for the Panamera 4 and Panamera Diesel models, with a focus on enhanced equipment and subtle exterior changes.

Distinctive styling for the Platinum Edition

To set the Platinum Edition apart from standard Panamera models, Porsche applies platinum silver metallic finishes to several exterior elements. These include the lower half of the side mirrors, the air-inlet grille lamellas, the side air vent grilles, the trim on the boot lid and the rear diffuser. The Turbo model’s air vent grille on the side also receives the platinum treatment. These subtle changes are designed to give the car a more refined presence without altering its core design.

Interior and equipment upgrades

Inside, the Panamera Platinum Edition features a bi-colour black and luxor beige cabin with part-leather upholstery as standard. Equipment levels are raised compared to the regular Panamera, with standard features such as Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with navigation, Power Steering Plus, heated front seats, an infotainment system with a 7-inch touchscreen and an 11-speaker audio system. These additions aim to enhance both comfort and convenience for buyers who expect a high level of standard equipment in a luxury saloon.

Pricing and availability

In Germany, the Panamera 4 Platinum Edition will start at €78,707 including VAT, while the Panamera Diesel Platinum Edition will be priced from €87,323. Porsche has not detailed pricing for other markets at this stage. The Platinum Edition will be available to order from November, with deliveries expected to follow shortly after the unveiling.

Position within the Panamera range

Porsche’s Platinum Edition follows a familiar pattern seen in other special editions across its line-up, offering a blend of cosmetic updates and extra kit for a modest premium. It sits below the high-performance Turbo and GTS models, but above the entry-level versions in terms of features. The approach mirrors the strategy used for the Cayman S Black Edition and other Porsche limited editions, providing an alternative for customers who want something distinctive without opting for the most powerful or expensive variant.

For more on the Panamera range, see our coverage of the 2014 Panamera and S E-Hybrid unveiling:Porsche unveils 2014 Panamera with new S E-Hybrid flagship

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