Stick or Twist?

[Elbitrevnoc]

Suffering from a bout of indecision and thought I'd see what others think. I've had a really good offer on my 4s TD Panamera, which is very low mileage (just 11k!) and highly-spec'd. As the mileage suggests, it doesn't get a lot of use, because I generally avoid using it around town and where parking might be tight, but I'm thinking of getting into a hybrid Cayenne. The choice is a simple one really - on the one hand, the Panamera is in unmarked condition, a wonderful place to be and gives me 40+ MPG, or I could swap to a similar low miles Gen 3 Cayenne Hybrid, that gives me very similar ambience, if not the same, sporty drive and fuel economy. I could just hold on to the Panamera and continue to enjoy it of course, but I've got a good offer and I just have a nagging concern that there's an uncertain future - maybe additional taxes/clean air charges could be inflicted upon diesel drivers and have an impact on future sale/trade-in values?
And before anyone asks, I am aware that the Cayenne isn't really any smaller than a Panamera! I'm just overly precious about the Panamera for some reason. That might just be because it feels bigger than the Cayenne - largely because of the lower seating position. Any views - especially from owners of both cars - would be much appreciated!

 

[Peter_Bull]

Personally I would keep the Panny.

At the mileage you have it must be like new and as you know Porsche don't make diesels any more; not since 2017. I have an old diesel Cayenne and I know that the engine, like yours, is bullet proof and economical. Both cars drive superbly, but teh Panny is on a different luxury level.

They don't fetch great money as they get older but like mine, you car is irreplaceable and best of all the Panny is a stunning looking car. Someone else will only benefit from your fastidious ownership.

Physically they are two different beasts and each has their own niche market, but in the end its what you want from ownership.

Would you get the Cayenne and treat it in a similar cosseted manner? In which case its pointless changing IMHO.

Panamera 4S Diesel is the dogs!

 

[ianthow]

Personally I would keep the Panny.

At the mileage you have it must be like new and as you know Porsche don't make diesels any more; not since 2017. I have an old diesel Cayenne and I know that the engine, like yours, is bullet proof and economical. Both cars drive superbly, but teh Panny is on a different luxury level.

They don't fetch great money as they get older but like mine, you car is irreplaceable and best of all the Panny is a stunning looking car. Someone else will only benefit from your fastidious ownership.

Physically they are two different beasts and each has their own niche market, but in the end its what you want from ownership.

Would you get the Cayenne and treat it in a similar cosseted manner? In which case its pointless changing IMHO.

Panamera 4S Diesel is the dogs!

I am not a Panamera/Cayenne owner but agree with Peter's analysis. The relative rarity of any Panamera will inevitably result in good prices for the very best, which would explain your "good offer". You see Cayennes everywhere, so less of an exclusive luxury image. The Hybrid technology is an unknown at the moment and early adopters are most likely to be hurt by problems. Parts availability and repair costs could well be a problem too. I would keep the Panamera.

 

[Elbitrevnoc]

Thanks both. I think you both make very good points and I have to say I think I agree! Whilst I’ve tried to look at this objectively, it’s all about a head v heart decision and I think the heart says I still love the Panamera!