Porsche is relaunching the 911 Carrera S, closing the hole between its base mannequin sibling and the extra performance-oriented GTS T-Hybrid. Its powertrain has been considerably upgraded to convey it on par with the earlier technology range-topper.
An prolonged record of normal gear and considerably elevated customisation choices make it a sexy new member of the Carrera household. The sports activities automobile is obtainable in Coupé and Cabriolet variations, and is powered by a 3.0-litre twin-turbo six-cylinder boxer engine.
Its outputs of 353kW and 530Nm represents a rise of 22kW in comparison with its predecessor. To attain this improved efficiency and effectivity, Porsche fitted new turbochargers and extensively optimised the charge-air cooling, amongst different issues.
The Carrera S Coupé accelerates from zero to 100km/h in 3.3 seconds and reaches a high velocity of 308km/h when examined on the observe. An eight-speed Porsche dual-clutch transmission (PDK) transmits the ability to the wheels.
Staggered tyre fitment, with 20/21-inch Carrera S wheels, a sports activities exhaust system with tailpipes in silver, and Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV+) all function, together with a brand new brake system for enhanced driving dynamics.
The system, provided as commonplace with crimson brake callipers, sports activities discs measuring 408mm on the entrance and 380mm on the rear, ensures excellent charges of deceleration. Additional performance-enhancing choices can be found.
On request, Porsche affords the track-proven Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) system and the PASM sports activities suspension, which contains a 10mm decrease experience peak, mixed with elective rear-wheel steering.
Damper hydraulics have been optimised too, offering improved drivability, with elevated precision and refined responsiveness. The steering is extra direct and the kinematics of the entrance axle have been adjusted for extra agile and direct dealing with, and considerably growing stability at excessive speeds.
Inside, a leather-based package deal in Black is commonplace. Seats, headrests, dashboard, door panels and the elective rear seat system within the Coupé (commonplace within the Cabriolet) are trimmed with smooth-finish leather-based. Further choices can be found.
All through, the Carrera S advantages from the upgraded commonplace gear, together with Matrix LED headlights and a wi-fi smartphone charger. Choices embody a carry system for the entrance axle, HD-Matrix LED headlights and a Sport Chrono package deal.
The latter consists of the Porsche Observe Precision app, which is right for observe days. Australian variants will function a tyee match set, windscreen with gray high tint, the Desires exterior paint color vary and energy steering plus as a no-cost choice.
A parking entry package deal (with 3D encompass view and self-steering park help), adaptive cruise management with Porsche energetic protected, lane change and rear help, additionally function. Consolation entry, 14-way sports activities seats with reminiscence and Bose encompass sound full the package deal.
The 2025 911 Carrera S is now out there to order in Australia as a Coupé or Cabriolet, with rear-wheel drive. It’s priced from $342,700 and $365,400 – each plus on-roads. For extra info, contact your native Porsche dealership.
