The latest Porsche 911 Turbo S is no longer just the king of internet drag races; it is now one of the most complete performance cars on sale. At the Nürburgring Nordschleife, Porsche development driver Jörg Bergmeister set a 7:03.92 lap with the 992.2 Turbo S, which is a staggering 14 seconds off the previous Turbo S (7:17.3) over the harrowing 12.9-mile circuit. That matters because on the infamous green hell, even shaving a couple of tenths off is a big deal.
While we already reported last Sunday about this latest 911 Turbo S and its blistering Nürburgring lap time, Porsche finally dropped the full onboard lap footage earlier today, and for the first time, we can’t just watch Bergmeister tackle the Nordschleife, but also hear how the new hybrid-assisted Turbo S performs at the absolute limit. Every input is visible, from throttle response to steering corrections, and the lap reveals how the 992.2 Turbo S translates cutting-edge engineering into real-world pace.
As a quick primer, power now comes from a 3.6-liter flat-six paired with Porsche’s T-Hybrid system first seen on the 992.2 GTS, but unlike that car, the Turbo S features not one, but two electrically assisted turbochargers, and another compact electric motor that draws power from a 1.9 kWh battery on the front axle, to deliver instantaneous throttle response. Output is 701 horsepower with 590 pound-feet of torque, making this the most powerful production 911 ever. 62 mph comes up in 2.5 seconds, and the quarter mile is an equally respectable 10.3 seconds. Top speed is rated at 200 mph.
If the old Turbo S was already a drag-race benchmark, this new model raises the bar. For some context, the previous 992.1 911 Turbo S already pushed the limits of traction with its 640 horsepower output, but the hybrid system on this latest model fills in power gaps, particularly at low revs. That immediacy in power delivery when leaving corners or overtaking on tight circuits like the Nordschleife means that they all add up on a timed lap.
This 14-second gain is noteworthy, also because, despite the added hybrid hardware, weight has only increased by about 190 pounds compared with its predecessor, bringing the curb weight to roughly 3,800 pounds. That is modest by hybrid standards, the equivalent of carrying one extra passenger. For the detail-obsessed, Porsche even offers optional carbon fiber wiper arms to save weight.
Besides weight, aerodynamics are another key aspect that comes into play on a timed lap. The 992.2 Turbo S features extensive active aero, for the rear wing, front diffuser, extendable lip spoiler, and vertical cooling slats that can even close under braking in wet conditions to reduce spray on the discs. Porsche claims a 10 percent lower drag coefficient than the outgoing model.
So what does this time really mean for you as a sports car buyer? The Nürburgring has become an unofficial proving ground for manufacturers, and lap times here offer a real-world benchmark for performance. It is also worth noting that Porsche chose Bergmeister for this run. A veteran of endurance racing, he knows exactly how to extract consistent performance over long stints (Still waiting on that 992.1 GT3 RS MR time). His experience matters because the car’s durability under track stress is just as important as its outright speed.
For perspective, a 7:03 lap puts the Turbo S within striking distance of purpose-built track weapons, including Porsche’s own GT models. However, unlike those cars, the 992 Turbo S is still a luxury grand tourer that you could daily. If you are in the market for a high-performance car that can deliver both speed and day-to-day comfort, this latest 911 Turbo S should sit high on your list.
Source: Porsche
