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Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Review: Porsche's 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid is a technological marvel, but it may get stung by Trump's tariffs
Porsche's ( first electrified 911 is here, but it comes at a time of great concern for the iconic German brand. The 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid uses an innovative hybrid system that's much different from the hybrid approach used for the brand's non-sports cars, such as the Cayenne SUV or Panamera sedan. The T-Hybrid setup is more about performance than efficiency. Porsche realized its 911 customers would only switch to the T-Hybrid system if it significantly improved performance and maintained the exhaust note that only a flat-six-cylinder engine can produce. In this case, an electric motor attached to the turbocharger (eTurbo, as Porsche calls it) spools the turbos at an immense speed almost immediately, vastly reducing "turbo lag," meaning power comes on much sooner. The eTurbo's rotation can also generate power to feed back into the 1.9 kWh high-displacement battery. A second, more traditional motor is attached to the 911's PDK 8-speed transmission, providing instant torque to the drivetrain when needed. This motor can also send power back to the battery during braking and coasting. It also serves as the car's starter and alternator, thus saving weight. Total combined power from the system is a robust 533 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque, with the hybrid system producing 53 hp and 110 lb-ft of torque almost immediately and a lightning-quick sub-3-second 0-60 mph time. Porsche says the system gives the GTS EPA mileage of 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (19 mpg combined), which is pretty good for a sports car. The base Carrera without the T-hybrid gets 18, 25, and 21 mpg combined, though it has much less power. But the big question: Does it drive like a 911 with its rear motor hanging over the rear axle characteristics? The short answer is a resounding yes, to an unnerving degree. Porsche invited me to drive the car at the Porsche Experience Center (PEC) and test track in Los Angeles. There, an instructor allowed me to push the car to its limits on both straightaways, an autocross handling area, and its 1.3-mile handling circuit. Read more: How your vehicle's make and model affect car insurance costs On the PEC acceleration straight, doing a launch control start still spun the rear wheels some, with the car leaping off the line in frenzy and the flat-six roaring behind me. I like speed, but this was scary. Taking the autocross section next meant tight handling, tight turns, and braking in a small box. The T-Hybrid made me want to push harder and harder to get across quicker, with the rear-wheel steering on offer making the vehicle seem smaller. The handling circuit is where we put the car all together, pushing the car to 7 or 8 tenths, as they say (10 tenths being reserved for the pros). The car charged through the straight with no discernible drops in power during upshifts — the strength of the hybrid system. It not only provides immediate thrust off the line but also smooths out any drops in power. The electric motor spooling up the turbos meant boost was always present, and the engine felt like it was always in its power band. With that amount of power on tap, the 1.3-mile course felt small. This being a 911, the car carved through both small and long curves, though the dynamics of the car's rearward weight bias meant being thoughtful about how I approached the corner, braked, and accelerated out without destabilizing the car. It's a rewarding experience. But some niggles. The T-Hybrid system means no manual transmission, which is a downer for the 911 faithful. The car also defaults to "auto start-stop" on, which means every time you stop the car while driving, the engine shuts off. It's a bit jarring when it kicks back on, and it kind of makes you wonder if the car is on when it's off. A lot of vehicles have this issue, but I will say it's a bit jarring in T-Hybrid. Fortunately, you can turn it off, but it must be done every time you start the car. Read more: The most common types of car insurance explained There's also no pure electric driving. The small battery is only meant for performance. It's not meant to be a Prius, but even the Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray, with a similar battery size, allows for a small amount of electric driving, such as in a parking garage or similar situation. That aside, this is the best, most technically advanced 911 that exists today, and it's a hybrid. That's pretty cool and gives an owner some bragging rights for owning the first T-hybrid ever. It will cost you, however. The 911 GTS T-Hybrid starts at $169,800, with our test vehicle in Cabriolet form hitting $194,665 with options. But this pricing doesn't include the effect of President Trump's 25% auto tariffs on foreign imports. Porsche, which makes all of its vehicles in Europe, has not moved prices yet, though the company has said that it may pass some of these costs on to buyers. Whether it will and in what fashion remains to be seen. Second and third quarter sales reports will show whether tariffs hurt Porsche's sales in the US, and the company expects it will. But that doesn't mean this car isn't a winner. It's the best all-rounder in the 911 lineup, a grand touring car that can also attack a closed road course. Just make sure to get some pointers from a PEC instructor before unleashing this hybrid beast. Pras Subramanian is a reporter for Yahoo Finance. You can follow him on X and on Instagram. Sign in to access your portfolio
Forbes
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Forbes
First Look: Porsche Goes Full Disco Glam With 911 Spirit 70
Porsche reaches to the Disco 1970s for inspiration with its third Heritage Design special edition, ... More this one based on the 911 Carrera GTS cabrio. The Spirit 70 follows the previous 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition and the 911 Sport Classic. Porsche reaches to the Disco 1970s for inspiration with its third Heritage Design special edition, this one based on the 911 Carrera GTS cabrio. The Spirit 70 follows the previous 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition and the 911 Sport Classic. Inside, Porsche drew on its own funky Seventies design, reinventing the Pasha pattern that was made ... More famous in cars like the early 928s. Spirit 70 wears black and Olive Neo Pasha pattern fabric. Rather than the velour used in past Pasha interiors, Spirit 70 upholstery the seats is a combination of textile and flock yarn. Spirit 70 shares the same standard equipment as the new 911 GTS models, including the high-voltage system, eTurbo, electric motor and 3.6-liter flat-six engine that has a total system output of 532 horsepower and 449 lb.-ft. of torque. Spirit 70 has rear-wheel drive. Spirit 70's hood wears a version of the Porsche crest nearly identical to the badging used in 1963. All 1500 editions will wear an appropriately funky shade of green, Olive Neo. Matte black racing stripes run along the body's centerline. The contrasting stripes are on the cabriolet top. Side graphics with Porsche lettering and a Lollipop in satin black with an individual start number ... More are a hat tip to Porsche's motorsport heritage. Customers who prefer not to have the decals may also specify their vehicle without those elements. Side graphics with Porsche lettering and a Lollipop in satin black with an individual start number are a hat tip to Porsche's motorsport heritage. Customers who prefer not to have the decals may also specify their vehicle without those elements. Both the cabriolet top and windshield frame are finished in black. The contrasting stripes are on ... More the cabriolet top. Spirit 70's hood wears a version of the Porsche crest nearly identical to the badging used in 1963. Center-locking wheels are finished in Bronzite. Wheels are staggered in size, measuring 20 inches up ... More front and 21 inches at the rear. Center-locking wheels are finished in Bronzite. Wheels are staggered in size, measuring 20 inches up front and 21 inches at the rear. Both the cabriolet top and windshield frame are finished in black. To better capture the glitzy glam of the Disco era, yes, Spirit 70 wears gold-plated trim pieces. ... More Front fenders wear gold-plated 'Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur' badges, and the Porsche lettering across the rear deck is also gold-plated. To better capture the glitzy glam of the Disco era, yes, Spirit 70 wears gold-plated trim pieces. Front fenders wear gold-plated 'Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur' badges, and the Porsche lettering across the rear deck is also gold-plated. For those who just can't get enough Pasha, the decorative inlays on the seat backrests and dashboard ... More trim are also available in Pasha as no- cost options. Inside, Porsche drew on its own funky Seventies design, reinventing the Pasha pattern that was made famous in cars like the early 928s. Pasha was available from 1978 to 1984. Spirit 70 wears black and Olive Neo Pasha pattern fabric. Rather than the velour used in past Pasha interiors, Spirit 70 upholstery the seats is a combination of textile and flock yarn. And, the younglings can come along, safe and secure, in child safety seats finished in the same ... More Pasha fabric. Rearward-facing seats for the littlest ones, forward-facing boosters for older kids. And, the younglings can come along, safe and secure, in child safety seats finished in the same Pasha fabric. Rearward-facing seats for the littlest ones, forward-facing boosters for older kids. For those who just can't get enough Pasha, dashboard trim is also available in Pasha as a no-cost ... More option. Eighteen-way adjustable seats, door panel inserts and even the inside of the glove compartment is swathed in Pasha. White pointers and green digits also characterize the special version of the Sport Chrono stopwatch. For those who just can't get enough Pasha, the decorative inlays on the seat backrests and dashboard trim are also available in Pasha as no- cost options. A reversible front trunk mat in Pasha is also included in the list of standard equipment. One wonders if the All Pasha All the Time Spirit 70 will do best at a Gooding auction in 10 or 15 years. A reversible front trunk mat in Pasha is also included in the list of standard equipment. Aside from the Pasha accents, the car features a leather interior upholstered in Basalt Black Club leather with deviated stitching in Olive Neo. Spirit 70's 12.65-inch display has white pointers and scale lines in analog format, along with green ... More digits are clearly inspired by the simple gauges of 1960s an '70s 911s. White pointers and green digits also characterize the special version of the Sport Chrono stopwatch. No matter the vintage inspiration, the display is fully digital. Spirit 70's 12.65-inch display has white pointers and scale lines in analog format, along with green digits are clearly inspired by the simple gauges of 1960s an '70s 911s. White pointers and green digits also characterize the special version of the Sport Chrono stopwatch. No matter the vintage inspiration, the display is fully digital. Aside from the Pasha accents, the car features a leather interior upholstered in Basalt Black Club ... More leather with deviated stitching in Olive Neo. Porsche Design has created a high-quality chronograph which is available exclusively for Spirit 70 buyers. With numerous details, it is visually reminiscent of the 911 Spirit 70. For example, the shiny black Pasha pattern on the dial is inspired by the seat centers of its motorized role model. Here again, thinking about the future, either keep the watch as a remembrance, or include it as part of the auction lot at Pebble Beach 2040. Original Pasha in a 928. The 911 Spirit 70 should arrive in U.S. Porsche Centers in late summer 2025 with an MSRP of $240,000 excluding $2,250 for delivery, processing and handling. The 911 Spirit 70 should arrive in U.S. Porsche Centers in late summer 2025 with an MSRP of $240,000 ... More excluding $2,250 for delivery, processing and handling.
Associated Press
15-04-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS named World's Greatest Auto Disruptors 2025 Powertrain Disruptor of the Year by Newsweek
Atlanta., April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Porsche 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid is the winner of the Newsweek World's Greatest Auto Disruptors 2025 Powertrain Disruptor of the Year award, which celebrates significant technological advances. The new ' T-Hybrid ' powertrain uses a small 1.9 kWh lithium ion battery to power two electric motors: one between the engine and transmission and the other in the single turbocharger. The powertrain eliminates the need for a starter motor, instead relying on the electric motor to start the engine. The so-called e-turbo does without a wastegate, converting excess pressure to energy that is sent back to the battery to help power the hybrid system. 'The idea of a high performance hybrid Porsche has been alive and well for more than a decade. Like so many other technologies, we forged our expertise on the field of competition in motorsport where the 911 GT3 R Hybrid combined internal combustion with electric performance,' Timo Resch, President and CEO Porsche Cars North America said. 'Today, we use plug-in hybrid powertrains to augment the performance of several variants from the Cayenne and Panamera model lines. The most logical step for the 911 was to apply learning from our prior projects and create an extremely sporty, lightweight hybrid system that would enhance driving prowess without adding much weight. In the sports car segment this is a truly disruptive idea, so winning this award is especially meaningful.' By using a small battery and foregoing a separator clutch to allow for electric-only driving, the hybrid system in the new 911 Carrera GTS adds minimal weight, leaving the new model only about 110 lbs. heavier than its predecessor. Applying electric power to the turbocharger eliminates the need for exhaust gas to spool the turbocharger, meaning boost is immediate. The electric motor connected directly to the transmission also provides immediate torque for a large powerband and highly responsive throttle pedal. The new hybrid system also allows for advances in the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) system. Thanks to the onboard high voltage system, the newest generation of PDCC is now electro-hydraulically controlled, allowing for much quicker response and even better body control than in prior models. Every 2025 Porsche 911 GTS model variant uses the new T-Hybrid powertrain. This includes the 911 Carrera GTS, 911 Carrera 4 GTS, 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet and 911 Targa GTS. U.S. customer delivery for all five model variants began in the first quarter of 2025. Attachment Frank Wiesmann Porsche Cars North America, Inc. 404.539.5031 [email protected] Luke Vandezande Porsche Cars North America, Inc. 470.363.5001 [email protected]
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Why Porsche's Next 911 Should Have a Battery-Electric Version
Porsche is introducing all-electric versions throughout its portfolio, but Stuttgart doubts the world is ready for a battery-electric 911 Engineers in Weissach have developed hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and all-electric powertrains that compromise none of Porsche's high-performance attributes. If those engineers can build an all-electric 911 that upholds this heralded sports car's legacy, then no one should be surprised. Much of the coverage coming from Porsche's annual press conference in Stuttgart this week has been devoted to the launch of the all-new Cayenne EV later this year and a mysterious new SUV model with internal-combustion and hybrid powertrains, potentially arriving before decade's end. And there was news about derivatives of the iconic 911 sports car, including a reinterpreted 1970s limited-edition model from Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur and an additional 911 flagship model to 'raise the bar even further,' as the automaker says. But this line in the press conference synopsis deserves closer scrutiny: 'Its customers will still be able to choose between combustion engines, plug-in hybrids, and all-electric drivetrains in every vehicle segment well into the 2030s.' If the 911 is in one of these segments, is this a coded way of revealing—or at least planting a seed—that the next-generation 911 will have an all-electric variant? That would certainly be newsworthy, so we reached out to Porsche PR rep Frank Wiesmann and got a reasonable explanation: 'In this case, we're referring to our two-door sports cars as one segment. The 911 is offered with a combustion engine and a very sporty t-hybrid powertrain while our two-door sports car in the 718 segment will be fully electric in the future.' OK, that makes sense, but the question remains: Why does Porsche—at least publicly—reject the notion of an electric 911? Do the deep-pocketed 911 purist collectors find this idea so repugnant that Stuttgart knows better than to offend these loyal customers? Now, I'm not supporting the crazy idea that the next 911 should only be an EV. Internal-combustion driving the rear wheels must always be the core formula, but the 2025 model year brings with it—as Wiesmann mentioned—the 532-hp 911 Carrera GTS with a turbocharged "T-Hybrid" six-cylinder powertrain as a midcycle upgrade. Should this 911 GTS hybrid be perceived as a trial balloon? If customers appreciate its 2.9-second sprint to 60 mph, couldn't an all-electric 911 be even faster? Heck, the larger, four-door all-electric Porsche Taycan Turbo S (with launch control) can make that run in 2.6 seconds. Porsche has been aggressive in its EV product expansion: The new Macan has an all-electric version, and 44% of takers in the US so far this year are choosing the EV. Porsche plans to launch an all-electric Panamera, and after the all-electric fourth-generation Cayenne (to be revealed later this year in the US) will come the all-electric 718 Boxster and Cayman sports cars. That's the entire Porsche portfolio, leaving the 911 as the sole offering without a battery-electric option. Porsche CEO Oliver Blume has said the 911 will likely never be fully electric due to its rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive design. But the engineers in Weissach already have vast experience developing hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and all-electric powertrains that compromise none of Porsche's high-performance attributes. One could argue these advanced powertrains are a natural step up from conventional internal combustion. If those engineers can find a way to build an all-electric 911 that upholds this heralded sports car's legacy, then no one should be surprised. Perhaps it all boils down to sales—and the prospects of an uncertain EV market: All-electric Taycan sales in the US fell from 7,500 units in 2023 to 4,700 last year, while 911 sales ballooned from 11,700 to 14,100 units. What do you think of an all-electric 911? Please comment below.
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
New Porsche 911 Turbo Spied in Colorado — Does It Pack Hybrid Power?
The refreshed 992.2-generation Porsche 911 Turbo is currently undergoing on-road testing, and a quick-thinking Road & Track reader just ran into a pair of them in Colorado. These spy photos, provided by reader Jackson Hall, provide a glimpse of design changes headed for the Turbo models. For one, the innovative new active front intake flaps from the latest 911 Carrera GTS are present here on the Turbo. These flaps stay wide open when cooling is needed, but close under low load to optimize aerodynamics and efficiency. The Turbo's customary front spoiler can be seen deployed on the car wearing yellow calipers. Porsche's new 992.2-gen headlight design is also present. Both cars are, of course, sporting the rear fender intakes Porsche's 911 Turbo models wear, making them instantly identifiable. Then around back, a new taillight design accentuates the massively wide rear end. The two different exhaust designs show off the standard exhaust (right, below) and the optional Sport Exhaust (left, below). Some parts of a new rear fascia can also be seen on both cars, though there's certainly some deception going on here courtesy of Porsche's typical camouflage strategies. More exciting than any exterior changes will be the oily bits sitting under that huge rear wing. Word from a Porsche conference call in 2024 is that the next 911 Turbo will use battery cells from Varta, suggesting that it will have a hybrid powertrain. How similar the powertrain is to the GTS T-Hybrid is still an open question, though our tipster said the engineers divulged some info to him while they were stopped for refueling: take it with a grain of salt, but the folks driving the Turbos reportedly said that they're packing a 3.6-liter twin-turbo flat-six with the T-Hybrid system from the GTS integrated. There are no photos of the interior, but our tipster said the front seats were the same foldable buckets introduced in the 992.2 GT3. Rear seats were present in both 911s, too. Porsche hasn't divulged a release date for the revamped Turbo models, but with all the models through the 911 GT3 now updated into 992.2-gen form, we fully expect to see a reveal happen at some point in the 2025 calendar year. You Might Also Like You Need a Torque Wrench in Your Toolbox Tested: Best Car Interior Cleaners The Man Who Signs Every Car
