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Panhard PL17

Panhard PL17 — 4-door saloon2-door cabriolet4-door station wagon, 848 cc air-cooled flat-2 851 cc air-cooled flat-2. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine848 cc air-cooled flat-2 851 cc air-cooled flat-2

About the Panhard PL17

Panhard PL17 is a 4-door saloon2-door cabriolet4-door station wagon in the sedan class. The available vehicle data lists 848 cc air-cooled flat-2 851 cc air-cooled flat-2 as an engine configuration and a Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Panhard PL17 guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 848 cc air-cooled flat-2 851 cc air-cooled flat-2. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Panhard PL17 specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Panhard
Model	PL17
Model years	Not specified
Body style	4-door saloon2-door cabriolet4-door station wagon
Vehicle class	sedan
Manufacturer	Société des Anciens Etablissements Panhard et Levassor
Production	1959–1965approx 166,000 produced
Market / country	FI, NL

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Panhard PL17 includes 848 cc air-cooled flat-2 851 cc air-cooled flat-2.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive.

Engine	848 cc air-cooled flat-2 851 cc air-cooled flat-2
Drivetrain / layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	2570 mm (101 in); 2800 mm (110 in) (Break)
Length	4580 mm (180 in)
Width	1660 mm (65.4 in); 1620 mm (63.8 in) (Break)
Height	1550 mm (61.0 in)
Kerb / curb weight	805 kg (1,775 lb)-830 kg (1,830 lb)

Panhard PL17 other specifications

Image	Panhard PL17 1964 front.jpg
Name	Panhard PL 17
Aka	Panhard 17
Caption	1964 Panhard PL 17

Panhard PL17 generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Panhard PL 17	1959–1965approx 166,000 produced	848 cc air-cooled flat-2 851 cc air-cooled flat-2	Not specified	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Panhard PL17

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Panhard PL17

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Panhard PL17 have?

The available source data lists the Panhard PL17 engine as 848 cc air-cooled flat-2 851 cc air-cooled flat-2. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Panhard PL17?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Panhard PL17?

There is no single best engine oil for every Panhard PL17 configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Panhard PL17?

The Panhard PL17 is classified as a 4-door saloon2-door cabriolet4-door station wagon.

What are the dimensions of the Panhard PL17?

The available source data lists length 4580 mm (180 in), width 1660 mm (65.4 in); 1620 mm (63.8 in) (Break), height 1550 mm (61.0 in), and wheelbase 2570 mm (101 in); 2800 mm (110 in) (Break).

Is the Panhard PL17 FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Panhard PL17 is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive.

Who makes the Panhard PL17?

The manufacturer listed for the Panhard PL17 is Société des Anciens Etablissements Panhard et Levassor.

When was the Panhard PL17 produced?

The available source data describes production as 1959–1965approx 166,000 produced.

How much does the Panhard PL17 weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 805 kg (1,775 lb)-830 kg (1,830 lb). Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

What class of car is the Panhard PL17?

The Panhard PL17 is listed in the sedan class.

Which markets or countries sold the Panhard PL17?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Panhard PL17 with FI, NL. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Panhard PL17?

The available vehicle data lists Panhard 24 as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Panhard PL17?

The available vehicle data lists Panhard 24 as the successor where applicable.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Panhard PL17?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Panhard PL17?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Panhard PL17 is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the Panhard PL17 have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the Panhard PL17?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Panhard PL17 images

Vehicle images are shown from the stored source image records when available.