I am in the market for a Panamera and going between the 'sensible option' of a 2012 Panamera S for about $55-$60k; a 2013 Panamera GTS for about $65-68k and a 2012 Panamera Turbo for about $68k.

The Turbo is Black and Black and with Sports Package, 20" Turbo Wheels, Burmester, 1 Owner, full Porsche Service History and about 5 months of warranty left, 40k miles

Panamera GRS is Blue with Cream, pretty loaded, 35k miles

Panamera S is Silver with Black, loaded, 40k miles


Logic really points to the Turbo, but would love to have your opinion on any downsides of the Turbo in terms of higher service costs than the others, repair challenges, heavier feel of Turbo versus GTS etc.

Any thoughs? Appreciate your help

 

Lots of discussion here on GTS vs Turbo. You really need to drive them to see what you prefer. Generally speaking the GTS feels more responsive while the turbo has massive acceleration. I opted for the turbo ask found one with the options I wanted. I do think options are important, so that may influence your decision.

 

GTS has a stiffer suspension but better V8 sound. Alcantera steering wheel feels nice on the Gts but it may wear quick. Turbos muffle exhaust sound on the turbo. Otherwise its all the same.

 

Turbo. You won't be disappointed. Love mine.

 

We drove all three before we made the decision to go with the Turbo. What we liked about the GTS was the throttle response. However, the Turbo's positives far out weighed the negatives. Now I find every reason to go out and enjoy it!

 

This 991 Turbo S owner got the 2013 Panamera GTS over the Turbo. Much better sound, suspension and looks/body kit. The Turbo is a little faster but I did not like the silent exhaust or the looks. Both are great cars.

 

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I just picked up a GTS with PDCC/PTV and it is unbelievably comfortable on the freeway and at the same time, corners amazingly. I haven't compared with a non PDCC GTS, but if suspension stiffness is a concern, try to compare a PDCC to a non-PDCC of the same model.

 

Go for Turbo . please check the air suspension . i bought mine .. now i need to change the air suspension..