The first hybrid version of the greatest supercar is here.
It goes without saying that the Porsche 911 is undeniably one of the most important sports cars of all time, changing the landscape of the segment 60 years ago and remaining one of the most desirable performance car models in the world today. With incredible versatility as a joyous driving machine, track monster, and even an off-roading champion, the Porsche 911, especially in the latest 992 generation, has shown unparalleled versatility as a performance car. Still, Porsche has introduced yet another fresh and futuristic take on its historic hero: a hybrid powertrain.
The new 911 represents the first time that a road going Porsche 911 features a hybrid drive system, and the new, innovative system promises to bring the legendary 911 to the next level of power, efficiency, technology, and futurism. The Carrera features a 388-horsepower 3.0-liter flat-six engine that is twin-turbocharged, with the ability to get from 0-60 in 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 183 mph. The silhouette of the new 911 remains largely the same as the original 992 while adopting a more aggressive yet cleaner and more modern look.
As the anticipated “T-Hybrid,” the Carrera GTS features standard rear-wheel steering and advanced active aerodynamics that retain a subtle look. Its hybrid system features an electric motor at the turbocharger and an electric motor between the transmission and engine, with a compact high-voltage battery that adds minimal weight. The hybrid system is designed to seamlessly pair with the engine to deliver robust but natural-feeling performance. In numbers, the new Carrera GTS boasts 532 horsepower in total, more than the 992 911 GT3 RS. The engine itself develops 478 horsepower. It gets from 0-60 in just 2.9 seconds and reaches 194 mph. On the respected and feared Nürburgring Nordschleife, the hybrid 911 Carrera GTS delivered a lap time 8.7 seconds faster than its predecessor, with performance that felt like a naturally aspirated engine with its power delivery.
The new 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera is available in coupe and cabriolet forms, and the Carrera GTS is available as a Coupe, Cabriolet, or a Targa. The Turbo and Turbo S in all of their available body styles will remain available, unchanged from the 2024 model year, as will the GT3 RS. With its first roadgoing hybrid drive system starting at $164,900 for the Carrera GTS, the new 2025 Porsche 911, with a starting MSRP of $120,100 for the Carrera is an incredible evolution of one of the most impactful sports cars ever.
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