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Porsche · Luxury · 2016–2024

Porsche Panamera 971

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.6 / 5.0 · Based on 10 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

630 PS

4.0L V8 Turbo Benzin

Turbo S ST facelift: The end-boss estate

Legendary!
Most Reliable Engine

480 PS

4.0L V8 Turbo Benzin

7 weaknesses

Good Choice

Generations

Engine Overview

The Porsche Panamera 971 is available with 10 engine variants — from 330 to 630 hp. 3 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.

4S Diesel · Diesel· 421 PS
2016 2020
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
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3.0L V6 Turbo · Benziner· 330–333 PS
2016 2020
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4 · Benziner· 330–353 PS Engine Change
2019 2024
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2020 2024
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4S · Benziner· 441 PS
2016 2024
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GTS · Benziner· 460–480 PS Engine Change
2018 2020
Good Choice 7 weaknesses
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2020 2024
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Turbo · Benziner· 549 PS
2016 2020
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Turbo S · Benziner· 630 PS
2020 2024
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4 E-Hybrid · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 462 PS
2016 2020
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4S E-Hybrid · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 560 PS
2020 2024
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Turbo S E-Hybrid · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 680–700 PS Engine Change
2017 2020
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2020 2024
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The Porsche 4S Diesel (Diesel, 421 PS) has the MDB.UB (4.0L V8 TDI) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Porsche 3.0L V6 Turbo (Benziner, 330–333 PS) has the MCX.TA (3.0L V6 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Porsche 4 (Benziner, 330–353 PS) comes with 2 different engines: CSZB (2019–2024, Be Careful) und CSZB (2020–2024, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 4!

The Porsche 4S (Benziner, 441 PS) has the MCS.ZA (2.9L V6 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Porsche GTS (Benziner, 460–480 PS) comes with 2 different engines: CVDD (2018–2020, Good Choice) und CVDE (2020–2024, Good Choice). Pay attention to the model year for the GTS!

The Porsche Turbo (Benziner, 549 PS) has the MCV.DA (4.0L V8 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Porsche Turbo S (Benziner, 630 PS) has the DTCA (4.0L V8 Turbo) — rated: "Good Choice", 7 known weaknesses.

The Porsche 4 E-Hybrid (Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid, 462 PS) has the MDG.PA (2.9L V6 Turbo Hybrid) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Porsche 4S E-Hybrid (Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid, 560 PS) has the DGPC (2.9L V6 Turbo Hybrid) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Porsche Turbo S E-Hybrid (Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid, 680–700 PS) comes with 2 different engines: MCV.DA (2017–2020, Be Careful) und DTCA (2020–2024, Good Choice). Pay attention to the model year for the Turbo S E-Hybrid!

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Air suspension: compressor failures

Improved over the 970, but air suspension compressor and valve block remain wear items. High repair costs with premium specification.

Symptoms: Suspension warning, uneven ride height, compressor switches frequently
from 80,000 km
Ad air suspension Panamera 971supercharger 971 Fahrwerk
 High
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Above Average
27 complaints · 2016–2024
Engine
7 ⚠ 1
Powertrain
6 ⚠ 1
Electrical
6
Other
6
Brakes
2 ⚠ 2

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Engine (7 complaints)
⚠ Powertrain (6 complaints)
⚠ Electrical (6 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 78 weaknesses have been documented for the Porsche Panamera 971 (2016–2024) — 70 engine-related and 8 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Suspension, Gearbox, Electronics, Interior. Considered reliable: CVDD (4.0L V8 Turbo), CVDE (4.0L V8 Turbo), DTCA (4.0L V8 Turbo).

Panamera (MDB.UB, 2016–2020) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretch, Turbo failure V8 biturbo diesel, Diesel particulate filter blocked. Power: 421 PS.

Panamera (MCX.TA, 2016–2020) — Be Careful: Water pump leaking / vacuum system contaminated, Water pump failure, Turbo bearing wear from heat soak. Power: 330–333 PS.

Panamera (MCS.ZA, 2016–2024) — Be Careful: Rocker arm roller bearing premature wear, Cylinder bore scoring (Panamera 3.6 V6), Water pump (EA839) leaking / vacuum fault. Power: 441 PS.

Panamera (MCV.DA, 2016–2020) — Be Careful: Cylinder bore scoring (Panamera V8 4.8), Air-oil separator membrane porous, Timing chain tensioner wear. Power: 549 PS.

Panamera (CSZB, 2019–2024) — Be Careful: Water pump leaking / vacuum contamination, Water pump failure, Turbo bearing wear due to heat soak. Power: 330 PS.

Panamera (CSZB, 2020–2024) — Be Careful: Water pump leaking / vacuum contamination, Water pump failure, Turbo bearing wear due to heat soak. Power: 353 PS.

Panamera (MDG.PA, 2016–2020) — Be Careful: High-voltage battery capacity loss, Water pump leaking (EA839 hybrid engine), Water ingress into high-voltage battery. Power: 330 PS.

Panamera (MCV.DA, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: Cylinder bore scoring (Panamera V8 4.8), Air-oil separator membrane porous, Timing chain tensioner wear. Power: 549 PS.

Panamera (DGPC, 2020–2024) — Be Careful: High-voltage battery capacity loss (4S E-Hybrid), Water pump EA839 leaking (4S E-Hybrid), Water ingress into the high-voltage battery. Power: 441 PS.

What to watch out for with the Porsche Panamera? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Porsche Panamera 971 have? +
The Porsche Panamera 971 has 70 known engine weaknesses and 8 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Porsche Panamera 971? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: CVDD (4.0L V8 Turbo), CVDE (4.0L V8 Turbo), DTCA (4.0L V8 Turbo). The most reliable engine is the CVDE (4.0L V8 Turbo) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the DTCA (4.0L V8 Turbo).
Which Porsche Panamera 971 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Porsche Panamera 971. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 7 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Porsche Panamera 971 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Porsche Panamera 971 — rated: "Legendary!". {description} Panamera Turbo S Sport Turismo facelift — there is no stronger, faster, more comfortable estate car. The question of whether you need it no longer arises. You buy it and stop asking questions.
Is the Porsche Panamera 971 worth buying used? +
The Porsche Panamera 971 is a good choice as a used car — 3 of 10 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Porsche Panamera 971? +
The Porsche Panamera 971 is available with engine variants from 330 to 630 hp. Petrol: MCX.TA (3.0L V6 Turbo), CSZB (2.9L V6 Turbo), MCS.ZA (2.9L V6 Turbo), MDG.PA (2.9L V6 Turbo Hybrid), DGPC (2.9L V6 Turbo Hybrid), CVDD (4.0L V8 Turbo), CVDE (4.0L V8 Turbo), MCV.DA (4.0L V8 Turbo), DTCA (4.0L V8 Turbo). Diesel: MDB.UB (4.0L V8 TDI).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee