Introduced in 2009, this four-door grand touring model marked Porsche’s entry into a new segment while staying close to the brand’s sports-car identity. It was conceived as a practical high-performance sedan with a hatchback-style body and a cabin focused on four adults, giving Porsche a flagship that paired long-distance comfort with the company’s familiar emphasis on driving dynamics. The original production model was assembled in Leipzig, and the nameplate quickly became important within Porsche’s lineup as both a sales driver and a technology showcase.
The car’s history is usually described in three generations: the first ran from 2009 through 2016, the second arrived for 2017, and the third generation followed in 2024. Across those eras, the model expanded from a conventional performance sedan concept into a broader family that included hybrid powertrains, long-wheelbase versions, and sportier derivatives, helping define the brand’s modern interpretation of the luxury sports sedan. It also became a notable bridge between Porsche’s traditional two-door sports cars and its more practical road-going models.
Enthusiasts often see it as the Porsche that proved a large four-door could still feel distinctly like a Porsche, and it has remained one of the brand’s most significant modern nameplates since its debut.