What is the Panoz Roadster?
The Panoz Roadster is a two-seat, open-top sports car from American manufacturer Panoz. Its classic roadster shape and lightweight aluminum body gave the small maker a distinctive first production car. The model debuted in 1992, and its U.S. EPA listings cover 1993–1995.
Panoz was founded by Dan Panoz and became known for both road cars and motorsport. The Roadster introduced the company’s focus on low-volume sports cars, while its later racing projects built a strong connection with endurance competition.
Generations and design
Panoz’s Roadster evolved into the AIV Roadster, which used an aluminum space-frame chassis. The company describes the AIV as an early American aluminum-intensive production vehicle. The car kept the open two-seat layout and traditional roadster styling through this development.
Engines and power
The U.S. EPA listings cover two petrol versions with engines ranging from 4.9 to 5.0 litres. The Roadster was Panoz’s first road car, setting the pattern for a small, focused sports-car range.
How economical is the Panoz Roadster?
The EPA lists best combined fuel economy of 22 MPG and lowest consumption of 10.7 L/100 km. These are U.S. ratings. Test procedures differ by market: Europe uses WLTP or, for older ratings, NEDC; the United States uses the EPA procedure; and Canada uses a five-cycle test.
Questions and answers
When was the Panoz Roadster sold?
The U.S. EPA listings cover 1993–1995. The Roadster debuted in 1992.
What engines did the Panoz Roadster have?
The U.S. EPA listings cover petrol engines from 4.9 to 5.0 litres across two versions.
What is its official fuel economy?
The EPA lists best combined fuel economy of 22 MPG and lowest consumption of 10.7 L/100 km.
Was the Panoz Roadster sold outside the United States?
Panoz’s Roadster is an American sports car. The EPA listings are for the United States.