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- Yet, a Spanish owner with his Porsche Panamera has proven what a truly exceptional diesel engine is capable of.
- This model remained on the market for just a few years, as Porsche announced the permanent discontinuation of diesel car production in 2018.
- With an output of 422 horsepower between 3,500 and 5,000 RPM, but mainly with an incredible torque of 627 lb-ft from just 1,000 RPM, power is available throughout the entire operating range.
In the world of automotive endurance, few vehicles manage to turn their odometer back to zero. Yet, a Spanish owner with his Porsche Panamera has proven what a truly exceptional diesel engine is capable of.
During its last maintenance visit, this second-generation Panamera (971) had reached an impressive 999,999 miles on its odometer. The number itself is striking, but what’s even more remarkable is the condition of the vehicle.
Photos reveal the interior, with its brown and black two-tone finish, maintaining an excellent appearance despite the years and mileage. There are some natural signs of wear, but nobody would guess this car has crossed the one-million-mile threshold. The steering wheel, seats, and door panels – areas that typically wear easily – are in much better condition than anyone would expect.
This Panamera has clearly lived an active life. We know it’s a second-generation model introduced in summer 2016 and released to the market shortly after. This means it took less than 9 years to cover this mind-boggling distance.
Only the owner knows how much money has been spent on maintenance and parts. What’s certain is that reaching this kind of longevity requires religious adherence to maintenance schedules, careful attention, and maybe a bit of luck.
This specific model, the Panamera 4S Diesel, is one of the last diesel-powered vehicles Porsche ever built. The diesel nature is confirmed by the tachometer with a red line at 5,000 RPM. In the second-generation Panamera, the only diesel option featured the mighty 4.0 V8 biturbo diesel engine. This model remained on the market for just a few years, as Porsche announced the permanent discontinuation of diesel car production in 2018.
The engine is a technological marvel. With an output of 422 horsepower between 3,500 and 5,000 RPM, but mainly with an incredible torque of 627 lb-ft from just 1,000 RPM, power is available throughout the entire operating range. It accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds while consuming less than 34 mpg in mixed driving conditions.
Beyond all technical aspects, as the Spanish dealership that services this vehicle noted, “every mile represents memories, experiences, and a unique bond between driver and Porsche.” And ultimately, that’s what driving is really about.
(I wonder how many tanks of diesel this car has gone through – probably enough to fill a small lake!)
The million-mile Porsche stands as a testament to German engineering and proper maintenance. With luxury cars often facing unfair reputations about reliability, this Panamera shatters those misconceptions with its record-breaking odometer reading.
