PORSCHE PAJUN EV
Porsche
may have a big surprise for its fans at this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show. The
automaker will reportedly unveil an EV concept that previews the upcoming Pajun
(short for Panamera Junior).
According
to a report from France’s L’Automobile Magazine, Porsche’s study will feature
an all-electric powertrain which is likely to be offered in the production
model as well, making it a rival for Tesla’s Model S.
The
Pajun study is said to have a similar shape with the Panamera, although with
less generous dimensions. It’s not a small car, though.
The
report says it’s 4.8-meters long (189 in), compared to the Panamera’s 5,020 mm
(197.6 in). The production model should arrive sometime in 2018 with
conventional and hybrid powertrains, as well as an all-electric model. The
latter is expected to offer a driving range of 500 km (310 miles), just above
Tesla Model S’ maximum range of 490 km (304 miles).
The
electric powertrain will be used by the upcoming Audi Q6 as well, which will be
based on the same platform as the Pajun.
Note: Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo Concept pictured
