Porsche introduces 6th generation info system

Porsche is updating its infotainment systems with expanded connectivity including stronger links to mobile devices.

The new Porsche Communication Management (PCM) 6.0 system features a new display and operating system plus new features such as natural voice control, intelligent navigation, integrated streaming and Android Auto. 

The sixth-generation PCM launches in the Porsche 911, Cayenne and Panamera models.

“PCM 6.0 is certainly a big step we’re taking again. The look and feel is new; it’s tidier, it’s more intuitive,” said Martin Bayer, Porsche’s software engineer for connected infotainment.  

“Personalisation is very important for us. We offer very individual settings for each individual Porsche customer; that means they have the option of configuring both the menu bar and the launcher themselves. They can drag and drop the controls they use most often into the launcher and customise it to a very high degree.”

Another key feature that will be introduced is the integration of Apple Music, which will allow customers to save a song they hear on the radio to their own personal playlists. 

Following on from the likes of BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen, Porsche will now have a Siri-like system called voice pilot. You just say “Hey Porsche” and the vehicle will carry out commands without the driver having to take their hands off the steering wheel or their eyes off the road.

The new hardware and software architecture of PCM 6.0 allows even faster calculations by the navigation system – always taking into account real-time traffic information. The significantly reduced and more clearly designed map view is also a factor that contributes to the speed at which information is provided.