Iconic Sports Car Gets First-Ever Performance Hybrid PowertrainPorsche has given its legendary 911 sports car a comprehensive update for 2024. Of course, the biggest update is that the 911 has received a hybrid system. And of course, the 2024 911 Carrera GTS is 100% street-legal. The new 911 Hybrid SystemThe T-Hybrid system combines a powerful combustion engine with two electric motors and a lightweight battery pack. This will be the first time any 911 comes with a hybrid powertrain.The main components are as follows. New 3.6L twin-turbo boxer engine (357 kW/485 hp) Electric exhaust gas turbocharger with integrated motorPermanent magnet synchronous electric motor in 8-speed PDK transmission (40 kW boost)Compact 1.9 kWh lithium-ion high-voltage battery The electric turbocharger eliminates turbo lag, while the transmission-mounted motor provides supplementary torque and power on demand. This allows exhilarating real-world performance. The side embossing on the new 911. Credits: Porsche Newsroom.The new 911 Hybrid PerformanceThanks to a combined system output of 398 kW (541 hp) and 610 Nm of torque, the new 911 Carrera GTS with T-Hybrid posts breathtaking performance stats: 0-100 km/h in 3.0 secondsTop speed of 312 km/h 45 kW (61 hp) more power than the previous modelDespite the electrifying performance gains, the efficient T-Hybrid system reduces CO2 emissions versus the outgoing 911 GTS, with just a 50 kg weight penalty.The rest of the 911 Carrera lineup has been enhanced as well. Powered by a retuned 3.0L twin-turbo boxer engine making 290 kW (394 hp), the new 911 Carrera Coupe accelerates: 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds (3.9 with Sport Chrono Package)Top speed of 294 km/h The new 911 Hybrid Design and UpgradesThe new 911 models feature updated exterior styling with improved aerodynamics and active aero components: Redesigned front and rear bumpersAll exterior lights are now integrated into standard LED matrix headlightsActive cooling air flaps and adaptive front diffusers Optional rear aero kit with fixed rear wingSeven new wheel designs up to 21 inchesInside, a modern, fully digital 12.6-inch curved instrument display highlights the cabin updates, along with an upgraded PCM infotainment system. The lineup of the new 911 hybrid cars. Courtesy: Porsche NewsroomThe new 911 Hybrid LineupThe 2024 911 Carrera is now available to order as a rear-wheel-drive Coupe and Cabriolet. The higher-performance Carrera GTS models come standard with: All-wheel-driveGTS sports exhaust systemAvailable in Coupe, Cabriolet, and Targa body styles (Targa is AWD only) Whether with the electrifying new T-Hybrid system or the updated twin-turbo engine, the latest 911 range promises to keep Porsche's iconic rear-engined sports car at the leading edge of performance and desirability. Source: Porsche Newsroom
