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2012 Porsche Panamera

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2012 Panamera.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic 7-spd

The 2012 Porsche Panamera is a passenger car equipped with a 7‑speed automatic transmission and EPA‑rated fuel economy of 18/26/21 mpg. Owner data shows 13 total complaints, with the engine cited as the leading concern, and the model was subject to five recalls. In the broader 2010‑2026 complaint history, the 2012 figure sits well below the 2011 peak of 33 complaints but above the 2017 low of just one, indicating a modestly improved reliability profile relative to the early years.

Model year2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2012

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque133 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy18/26/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 740 CCA battery, OE oil filter 9A711549900. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 49 · 740 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	9A711549900 alt 95810732200
Engine air filter	97011022001
Spark plug	99917023690 alt 99917013090
Battery	9A7915089 alt 9A7915089B
Front wiper blades	97062890100
Thermostat	94810603404 alt 94810670700
Cabin air filter	97057362300

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic 7-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	195.7 in
Overall width	76 in
Overall height	55.9 in
Wheelbase	115 in
Curb weight	4012 lb
Track (front / rear)	65 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	18 / 26 / 21 mpg
Drivetrain	Rear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume	98 cu ft
Cargo volume	25 cu ft
Recommended fuel	Premium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Panamera of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.3–5.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.30 sec — 2012 Turbo S

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2012	Turbo S 4.8L Twin-Turbo V8	3.30 sec	11.50 sec	550 hp	AWD
2012	Turbo S 4.8L Twin-Turbo V8	3.50 sec	11.80 sec	550 hp	AWD
2012	S Hybrid 3.0L Supercharger V6 + Elec 1.7-kWh	5.20 sec	13.80 sec	380 hp	RWD
2011	Turbo S 4.8L Twin-Turbo V8	3.40 sec	11.60 sec	550 hp	AWD
2011	Turbo 4.8L Twin-Turbo V8	3.50 sec	11.90 sec	500 hp	AWD
2011	4S 4.8L V8	4.20 sec	12.80 sec	400 hp	AWD
2011	4 3.6L V6	5.00 sec	13.80 sec	300 hp	AWD
2011	Sedan 3.6L V6	5.50 sec	14.10 sec	300 hp	RWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 133 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	Porsche part number 98530054000
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	2.3 Pints

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	17.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	11.0 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	20.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts

133 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-6-2-4-3-5
Cylinder Firing Order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Cylinder Firing Order	1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.28 lbs
Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.87 lbs
Standard BCI Group Number	49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	740 cca

Brakes

Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness	0.079 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages

1	22.0 ft. lbs.	22 ft. lbs
2	37.0 ft. lbs.	37 ft. lbs
3	Loosen all bolts 360 degrees	360 degrees
4	22.0 ft. lbs.	22 ft. lbs
5	22.0 ft. lbs.	22 ft. lbs
6	110 degrees	110 degrees

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi.

Every 10,000 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 20,000 mi	Active Suspension System (inspect fluid level) · Battery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Driveshaft (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 40,000 mi	Active Suspension System (inspect fluid level) · Battery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Driveshaft (inspect)
Every 60,000 mi	Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 80,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 120,000 mi	Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2012 Porsche Panamera represents a period of stabilization following a peak in consumer complaints in 2011, which saw 33 complaints compared to 13 in 2012. While recalls remained steady at 5 for both 2011 and 2012, the target year shows a reduction in complaints that persists into 2013 and 2014, where figures remained at 12. For the 2012 model, the primary complaint areas were the engine (3), electrical system (2), and structure (2), though the data does not specify the root causes for these issues. This year also recorded one fire complaint, zero crash complaints, and a high volume of 452 technical service bulletins. Because the 2012 model marks a significant downward trend in complaints from the previous year and remains stable relative to subsequent years, it is a viable option. This is a good year to buy for those seeking a model with a more stable complaint history than the 2011 version.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

452

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 1 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 13 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine3

Electrical System2

Structure2

Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System1

Exterior Lighting1

Power Train1

Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control,Engine1

Unknown Or Other1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V446000Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Gear Position Indication (Prndl)Reported 12/06/2019

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2004-2010 Cayenne, 2006 Cayenne Turbo S, 2010-2016 Panamera S, Panamera 4 S, Panamera Turbo, 2011-2016 Panamera… Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The…

19V322000Electrical SystemReported 24/04/2019

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Panamera 4S and Panamera S, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4 and Panamera Turbo, 2012-2016 Panamera Turbo S and Panamera S E-Hybrid, 2013-2016… Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the blower control unit, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 10, 2020. Owners may contact…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 452 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
40/26 4407	2026-06-30	Wheels	Wheel Bolt Replacement Requirement - Change from Wheel Bolts with Aluminum Washers to…
09/26 3730	2026-06-30	Power Train	Permanent Fault Memory Entries “P1775”/“P071400”/“P184900” in Transmission Electronics…
TSTR2636	2026-06-29	Unknown Or Other	Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.031
TSTR2635	2026-06-29	Unknown Or Other	Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.030
20/26	2026-06-25	Engine	Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils (20/26)

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Group 49 battery Engine oil filter 9A711549900 Engine air filter 97011022001 Spark plug 99917023690 Battery 9A7915089

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

Does the 2012 Panamera have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Panamera get?

EPA figures are 18 city / 26 highway / 21 combined mpg.