Unlike the Cayenne, which faced tremendous resistance from purists despite its financial savior role, the Panamera has always enjoyed a much warmer welcome from those who believe Zuffenhausen machines should only come in two-door form. Most of the credit for the sedan’s easier entry is owed to the fact that many of us wish for a four-door 911, whether we express this or keep it a secret.

The reason is simple: by the time you end up a…