Connecting Rods/Pistons

Connecting Rods







Lighter connecting rods are used in the Panamera S as a lightweight design measure aimed at reducing weight. These are adapted to suit load demands specific to naturally aspirated engines. Connecting-rod diameters are reduced compared with the previous V8 crank drive used in the Cayenne.

Since the crank pin for the crankshaft on naturally aspirated engines was reduced from 54 mm to 52 mm, the connecting rod and connecting-rod diameter was also adapted. The overall weight of the connecting rod was reduced. Similar to the Cayenne V8, 3-component connecting-rod bearings are used on the Panamera Turbo, while 2-component bearings are used on the Panamera naturally aspirated engine.

Pistons







The pistons used in the Panamera naturally aspirated engine (1) and turbo engine (2) have been adopted from the Cayenne models.