Porsche has unveiled a facelifted 911 Carrera in time for the Frankfurt Motor
Show. The entry-level 911 now comes with a turbocharged 3.0-liter engine.
For the first time, rear-axle steering is available as an option for the Carrera
S. These improvements reduce the lap time on the North Loop of the Nurburgring
to just 7 minutes and 30 seconds, making it 10 seconds faster than the previous
Carrera S.
Many exterior features of the 911 Carrera have been visually refined from new
headlights with four-point daytime running lights to integrated door handle
recesses, a redesigned rear deck lid with vertical louvers, and new rear lights
- including the characteristic four-point brake lights. The new standard Porsche
Communication Management system with a multi-touch display offers an expanded
range of functions and simplified usability.
The new Porsche 911 Carrera models will be launched in the United States in
March of 2016.
New Turbocharged Engines
The completely new engine generation featuring twin-turbo technology enhances
the driving pleasure of the 911 Carrera and provides a 20 hp increase compared
to the previous models. The 3.0 liter engine in the standard Carrera now
develops 370 hp. Using turbochargers with modified compressor wheels, a
model-specific exhaust system, and a different tune for the engine management
system, the 911 Carrera S delivers 420 hp from the same displacement. The new
Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S engines are characterized by significantly
increased torque. Offering up to 331 lb-ft and 368 lb-ft, respectively, from
1,700 rpm up to 5,000 rpm, both powertrains supply generous torque over a broad
powerband. Reaching up to 7,500 rpm, the new engine generation also maintains
relatively high engine speeds for a turbocharged powertrain - accompanied by the
familiar Porsche sound.
Traditionally, a new 911 offers enhanced performance and efficiency compared to
the predecessor. Depending on the model variant, the new engines are almost
twelve percent more efficient compared to the previous generation.
