The Porsche Panamera is still several months away from production, but Porsche engineers are reportedly working on two new versions of the four-door sports car: a Panamera Targa and a diesel-powered Panamera.
As with Porsche’s from the past, AutoWeek.com says that Porsche is currently developing a three-panel targa roof for the Panamera. The targa version of the Panamera would likely stand alone as its own model.
In addition to the targa version, AutoWeek says Porsche is seriously considering a diesel-powered version of the Panamera. No specific engine has been earmarked for Panamera duty, but Porsche does have access to Audi ’s range of diesels, which includes a 3.0L V6, 4.2L V8 and 6.0L V12.
Although the Porsche Cayenne diesel will use Audi’s 3.0L V6, the Panamera would likely use either the V8 or V12 to keep performance up to snuff.
AutoWeek also got a glimpse at both production model — base and turbo — saying that both cars were equipped with front fender vents “reminiscent of Ford Focus vents.”
