Harry is back with a new page from his diaries. This time he gives us his verdict on the Porsche Panamera Diesel.

Here’s the bottom line: He doesn’t like the styling (who does), he absolutely loves the interior design and fit and finish, he likes the performance, and he’s blown away by the fuel economy. This is the car for those serious business people who want something ultra classy, but also worried about their fuel bills.

Specifications of the Porsche Panamera Diesel

• Displacement: 2,967 cc
• Bore: 83 mm (3.3″)
• Stroke: 91.4 mm (3.6″)
• Compression Ratio: 16.8:1
• Engine Power: 184 kW (~250 hp) at 3,800-4,400 rpm
• Max. Torque: 550 Nm at 1,750-2,750 rpm
• Power Output per Litre: 62.0 kW/litre (~84.3 hp/litre)
• Maximum Revs: 4,600 rpm
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Performance
  • Top speed: 242 km/h (~150 mph)
  • 0-100 km/h (62 mph): 6.8 s
  • 0-160 km/h (99 mph): 16.8 s
  • 0-200 km/h (124 mph): 30.4 s
  • 0-1,000 metres (~3,280 ft): 27.3 s
• Fuel Consumption
  • Urban: 8.1 litres/100 km
  • Extra-urban: 5.6 litres/100 km
  • Combined: 6.5 litres/100 km
  • CO2 Emissions: Total 172 g/km
  • Emission Category: Euro 5