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2019 Porsche Panamera
Independent review & score by Carivo
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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Engine | 3.0L 6-Cylinder |
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| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S8) |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Premium |
| City / Hwy MPG | 19 / 27 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,700 |
| CO₂ Emissions | 401 g/mi |
| Seating Capacity | 4 passengers |
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $82,110–$105,860 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2019 Porsche Panamera is a sedan that earns a Carivo score of 7.5/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Technology at 8.7/10, while Value at 5.7/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.4/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 7.8/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 8.1/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining sedans to actually drive. On technology it rates 8.7/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $82,110–$105,860, 17 MPG, seating 4, the Porsche Panamera sits in the luxury tier of the sedan market. The value score of 5.7/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 7 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2019 Porsche Panamera will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on value if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good sedan should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2019 Porsche Panamera ranks #585 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 55% of the segment. Its 7.5/10 overall score is exactly at the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $82,110 starting price is about 197% above the segment's median of $27,664.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2016 Porsche Panamera scores 7.4/10 — within striking distance of the 2019's 7.5 — and starts roughly $8,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.7/10 | $99,498 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.7/10 | $99,498 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.7/10 | $96,600 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.8/10 | $93,702 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.6/10 | $90,804 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.6/10 | $87,906 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.5/10 | $85,008 | Read review → |
| 2019 (this review) | 7.5/10 | $82,110 | |
| 2018 | 7.4/10 | $79,212 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.4/10 | $76,314 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.4/10 | $73,416 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.3/10 | $70,518 | Read review → |
The following recall campaign has been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Electrical system 27/01/2023 · 23V033000 | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera GTS and Panamera Turbo vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of specific model names and model years. Humidity may enter the… |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
We rate the 2019 Porsche Panamera's reliability 7.4/10 — above the middle of the pack for this class. It has 1 NHTSA recall campaign on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
1 NHTSA recall campaign matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 7.5/10 overall, ranking #585 of 1310 sedans in our database (better than 55% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2019 Porsche Panamera starts at $82,110 and ranges up to $105,860 across trims (MSRP when new). At 17 MPG, expect roughly $3,088/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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