Porsche has fundamentally upgraded the iconic 911 sports car with the new 911 Carrera GTS, the first street-legal 911 equipped with a super-lightweight performance hybrid.

Featuring a newly developed powertrain system with 3.6 litres of displacement, the 911 Carrera GTS accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in three seconds and reaches a top speed of 312km/h. The 911 Carrera, powered by a modified 3.0-litre twin-turbo boxer engine, is also available upon launch.

Revamped and modernised

With the relaunch of the 911, Porsche has modernised four of its six model lines in just a few months, including the Panamera, Taycan, Macan, and now the 911. “Our product portfolio is younger than ever and highly attractive,” said CEO, Oliver Blume. “It offers our customers even more customisation options and exclusive experiences.”

Innovative performance hybrid

For the new 911 Carrera GTS models, Porsche’s engineers utilised motorsport knowledge to design the hybrid system. “We developed and tested various ideas to find the hybrid system that suits the 911 perfectly,” said Frank Moser, vice president: model lines 911 and 718. The T-Hybrid system includes a newly developed electric exhaust gas turbocharger, providing immediate boost pressure and generating up to 11kW of electric power. This innovative system uses a single turbocharger, ensuring dynamic and responsive power delivery.

The powertrain also features a permanent magnet synchronous motor integrated into the new eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK). It supports the boxer engine with up to 150Nm of extra torque and a power boost of up to 40kW. A lightweight high-voltage battery stores up to 1.9kWh of energy and operates at 400V, while a lightweight lithium-ion battery powers the 12V on-board electrical system.

Enhanced boxer engine

The heart of the T-Hybrid drive is a newly developed 3.6-litre boxer engine. Without electrical assistance, the boxer engine delivers 357kW and 570Nm. In total, the system output is 398kW and 610Nm, marking a power increase of 45kW over its predecessor. The new 911 Carrera GTS also outperforms its predecessor in acceleration, reducing CO2 emissions with minimal extra weight compared to plug-in hybrid vehicles.

Revamped 3.0-litre Boxer engine

The 911 Carrera features a revamped 3.0-litre boxer engine with twin turbocharging, adopting the intercooler from the turbo models. These modifications reduce emissions and boost power to 290kW and 450Nm. The 911 Carrera Coupé accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 4.1 seconds (3.9 seconds with the Sport Chrono package) and reaches a top speed of 294km/h.

Optimised suspension and aerodynamics

The 911 Carrera GTS features a revised suspension with standard rear-axle steering, increasing stability at high speeds. The Porsche dynamic chassis control (PDCC) anti-roll stabilisation system is integrated into the high-voltage system of the performance hybrid, enhancing flexibility and precision. The sports suspension with variable damping and a lowered ride height provides characteristic GTS handling.

Streamlined exterior design

Porsche has updated the exterior design of the 911 with targeted measures to improve aerodynamics and performance. The new model-specific bumpers and matrix LED headlights with a four-point graphic enhance the car’s appearance and functionality. The redesigned light strip, rear grille, and adaptive front diffusers optimise aerodynamics and cooling.

Modern interior

The new 911 interior is designed as a two-seater standard, with a 2+2 seat configuration available. The Porsche Driver Experience control concept focuses on the driver’s axis, with essential controls arranged around the steering wheel. The fully digital instrument cluster includes a 12.6-inch curved display, customisable with up to seven views, including a classic display inspired by traditional Porsche designs.

The Porsche communication management (PCM) system, operated via a 10.9-inch central display, has improved customisation and driver assistance system controls.

Source: Porsche