2023 Porsche Panamera 4S Executive

The Panamera is Porsche's full-size luxury sedan, offered as a hatchback or wagon, and it's the one you pick when you need four doors but still want a sports car's feel. Every Panamera corners with a flat, planted confidence that makes long stretches of twisty road feel effortless, and the steering is precise enough to place the car exactly where you want it. The air suspension soaks up most bumps, though the ride is on the firm side in the sportier modes, which is the trade for how well it handles. Inside, the cabin is beautifully built with high-quality materials, and the hatchback body gives you a surprisingly large cargo area for a luxury sedan. Stepping up to the 4S Executive from the standard 4 Executive means getting the 2.9L V6 with 443 horsepower and the long-wheelbase body for extra rear legroom. The 2.9L V6 pairs with an eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive, delivering strong acceleration without the weight or complexity of the hybrid models. The Executive's extended wheelbase adds noticeable rear seat space, but the longer body makes the car feel a bit less agile in tight corners than the standard wheelbase Panamera.