Panamera S Hybrid - CPO - Thoughts?
#1
Racer
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Panamera S Hybrid - CPO - Thoughts?
I'm looking into buying a 2012 CPO S Hybrid. It will be a 3rd car for my wife and I to share. I have a 911 and she has an e350 wagon.
I was wondering if anyone can tell me their experiences with this car. This is not a plug-in, correct? I have questions about how it drives and reliability. Thanks in advance.
I was wondering if anyone can tell me their experiences with this car. This is not a plug-in, correct? I have questions about how it drives and reliability. Thanks in advance.
#2
Burning Brakes
Right, the 2013 and earlier hybrids are not plug-in. They are regular hybrids, with a smaller battery (1.7 kWh vs. 9.4 kWh), and it's a NiMH battery rather than lithium ion. The electric motor is 46 HP, and only really useful for a little extra power or starting from a dead stop.
I haven't driven one, but at least I can contribute that much. I have a 2015 S e-Hybrid, but it's a very different animal.
I haven't driven one, but at least I can contribute that much. I have a 2015 S e-Hybrid, but it's a very different animal.
#3
Burning Brakes
Not a big fan of the 12. I would personally only do the plug-in P. The 12 regenerates its battery and never seems to be fully charged. Engine seems a little coarse. Although it is the same Audi engine used in the 14 and newer. It just doesn't feel as refined. I would rather get a 13 S. And get about the same gas mileage.