Porsche is expanding its eighth-generation 911 range with the addition of two new Carrera models. The new sports car is being launched as a Coupé and Cabriolet, and generates 283kW from its bi-turbo 3.0-litre six-cylinder boxer engine. The Carrera is the entry-level 911 model and offers 11kW more power output than its predecessor.
It shares a similar range of standard features to the 911 Carrera S. These include a 10.9-inch touchscreen display, comprehensive connectivity and innovative assistance systems, such as the Porsche Wet Mode that ensures even safer handling. The 911 Carrera is distinguished by smaller sized wheels, brakes and tailpipe covers on the exhaust system.
It shares a similar range of standard features to the 911 Carrera S. These include a 10.9-inch touchscreen display, comprehensive connectivity and innovative assistance systems, such as the Porsche Wet Mode that ensures even safer handling. The 911 Carrera is distinguished by smaller sized wheels, brakes and tailpipe covers on the exhaust system.
‘Exclusive sportiness’
As with the Carrera S model, the engine, chassis and brakes are designed for exclusive sportiness, says Porsche. The 3.0-litre six-cylinder boxer engine of the 911 Carrera generates power largely through the smaller wheel diameters of the turbines and compressors that feature in the new turbochargers.
Power transmission is handled by the new eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK). This enables the 911 Carrera Coupé to accelerate from 0-100km/h in 4.2 seconds, with a top speed of 293km/h. The optional Sport Chrono Package shaves a further 0.2 seconds off the sprint time. The combined fuel consumption (NEDC-correlated) of the Coupé is 9.0 L/100 km, while the Cabriolet records this figure as 9.2 L/100 km.
The driving dynamics set-up includes 235/40 ZR tyres on 19-inch alloy wheels on the front axle. The mixed tyre configuration features 20-inch wheels with 295/35 ZR tyres at the rear. Stopping power is provided on both axles by 330mm brake discs with black, four-piston monobloc fixed calipers.
The new Porsche 911 Carrera Coupé and 911 Carrera Cabriolet are now available for order. Price details can be obtained at the nearest Porsche Centre.
