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Discussion in 'Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News' started by bwilson4web, Feb 21, 2017.

  1. bwilson4web

    bwilson4web BMW i3 and Model 3

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    Well maybe we'll get another year+ long thread about: 2018 Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid review with price, power and photo gallery

    Using a hybrid system directly related to the 918, Porsche’s green luxury sedan delivers a total of 462 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque from a 100-kW electric motor backing a turbocharged 2.9-liter V6 gas engine. The V6 is responsible for 330 hp and 331 lb-ft of torque, while the electric motor contributes 136 hp and 295 lb-ft; the result is sprints from 0-60 mph in just 4.4 seconds. U.S. fuel-economy ratings aren’t in yet, but the Panamera E-Hybrid gets the equivalent of 96 mpg on the Euro cycle when its EV capabilities are factored in.​

    The “E-Hybrid” moniker curiously masks the fact this is a plug-in hybrid: 31 miles of pure electric range, at up to 86 mph, can be drawn from its 14 kWh liquid-cooled battery when fully charged. It’s unlikely buyers would choose to do so, but a standard wall outlet can charge the Panamera in 12 hours. A dedicated charging station will fill the battery in just three hours.
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    I supposed we need an obligatory list of superlatives so here are mine:
    • low sloping hood the better to see who you're tailgating
    • triple bumper air inlets to cool the excessively large engine
    • duo-retro headlights
    • bold slash at the driver door like opened and backed up near a fixed object
    • penta-spoke wheels for the coven gathering
    • a middle-aged, over-weight, Porsche 911
    Actually I'm sure it is a very nice, plug-in, performance car now that the 600h is no more.

    Bob Wilson
     
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    wow, that's got it all over the prime. guess toyota is toast. oh well, they had a nice run, just not innovating anymore.
     
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    Trollbait It's a D&D thing

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    The Panamera E-hybrid came out in 2013/2014.
    The 2018 might be the second generation.

    I think Audi, BMW, and Mercedes have had PHEVs out for a few years now too. Being power hybrids, and expensive, they don't get discussed much by people more interested in the Prius. Then most potential buyers choose Tesla.
     
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    $100,000 starting price? Let me see how much change I have in my pocket...and lost in my couch...
     
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    how long and comprehensive is the warranty? otherwise, you'll need more change.

    *ouch, gonna get called out for trolling again.:oops:

    **trying to increase my words per post average as well.
     
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    Hey troll, I'll bet a warranty costs additional as well.

    $3,000 for red paint
    $5,000 for painted wheels
    3,800 for leather seats
    4,000 for massage seat
    2,900 for lane keep assist
    and on and on and on...

    one thing i saw that I thought would be usefull - Night Vision Assist:
    of course, the matrix beam headlights are another $2,000 and are not true matrix in the US.

    And this is more words than I've posted in a long time, so I'm increasing my average as well. notice I used "as well" instead of "also". That was one extra word (and then all these to explain it...)
     
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    my brother bought a very expensive extended warranty for his mercedes, which actually paid for itself. it's almost a no brainer on her cars.

    *dang, there i go again.(n)
     
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    Wait ! I thought it was ME that was the troll. (sigh). Dethroned again. Anywho - is anyone saying this is their tesla killer? Just checked its 0-60 times. 5.5 seconds. That's respectable. About the same as tesla's little 60kWh model S speed. Far cry from the 2.2 seconds their 100kWh bad boy does. For Porsche? Optimistically, for a plugin - it's a nice start.
    Maybe it's just because the 60 year age mark - but the Volvo SUV plugin hybrid XC90 T8 is more inspiring for yours truly. Seating up to 7 !! I DO like their seat comfort, too. Now, if they can work on that drag Cd.
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