Porsche's new Panamera shatters luxury saloon record at Nürburgring

Porsche took the new, mysterious Panamera to the "Green Hell" to set a new lap record in the luxury saloon category. The result is impressive.

The new Panamera, driven by Lars Kern, completed the Nürburgring in 7:24.17, 5.64 seconds faster than the previous version. This is not only an impressive result but also a record in the category of petrol-powered luxury saloons.

Unfortunately, Porsche has yet to reveal the car's specifications. However, it is known that the tested version will soon be available for purchase and will be the top variant in the model's lineup.

This likely means even more power than the 680-horsepower Turbo E-Hybrid variant, not to mention other improvements. Some of these can already be seen in the photos. These include aerodynamic elements such as the adjustable spoiler on the rear hatch and a larger splitter on the front bumper.

Also notable are the 53-centimetre wheels with a central lug, which are fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres in the record-breaking model. Due to regulations, Porsche ensures the car is entirely in stock, except for the safety cage and racing seat.