Porsche presents the new-generation 911 Turbo S S for unprecedented power, driving dynamics and comfort. The new range-topping 911 launches in Coupé and Cabriolet form and delivers 478 kW (650 PS). At the heart of the 911 Turbo S is a new 3,749 cm3 boxer engine with two VTG turbochargers, delivering 51 kW (70 PS) more than its predecessor. Maximum torque is 800 Nm (an increase of 50 Nm) and the sprint from zero to 100 km/h has been cut to 2.7 seconds (a drop of 0.2 s) with the Turbo-specific eight-speed PDK, while top speed remains 330 km/h. Right from the start, the 911 Turbo S is available as a Coupé and Cabriolet.
The dimensions of the 911 Turbo S have been increased significantly in line with its enhanced driving dynamics: the body is now 45 mm wider above the front axle (for a total of 1,840 mm), and the overall width is 1,900 mm above the rear axle (an increase of 20 mm). Modified track widths, improved aerodynamics and new mixed tyres enhance the agility and sportiness of the Turbo S: the track is now 42 mm wider at the front axle and 10 mm wider at the rear. In addition, the adaptive aerodynamics now include controlled cooling air flaps at the front, while the larger rear wing has also been designed for even more downforce. For the first time, the 911 Turbo S transfers its power to the road with mixed tyres in two different sizes: it has 20-inch tyres with their unique 255/35 911 Turbo dimensions at the front and 21-inch 315/30 tyres at the rear. New equipment options underline the much sportier image of the all-wheel-drive 911. These include the Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) sports chassis lowered by 10 mm and the sports exhaust system with adjustable flaps, which guarantee a distinctive sound.
The completely new engine of the 911 Turbo S is based on the engine generation of the current 911 of the 991 generation. It features a completely redesigned charge air cooling system, new, larger VTG turbochargers in a symmetrical layout with electrically adjustable wastegate flaps, as well as the use of piezo injectors, which have significantly improved the car’s characteristics with regard to responsiveness, power, torque characteristics, emissions behaviour and revving ability.
The new six-cylinder engine is aspirated by a new intake system. In this instance, the previous routing of process air and charge air cooling was swapped around; part of the process air now flows through the characteristic Turbo air intakes in the rear side sections. In front of the air filters, now situated in the rear wings, two other airflows have now also been incorporated, through the rear lid grille. This means the new 911 Turbo S has four intakes with a larger overall cross-section and lower resistance, helping to improve engine efficiency. Two symmetrical turbochargers with variable turbine geometry (VTG) and larger dimensions replace the previous identical parts, with the compressor and turbine wheels now rotating in opposite directions. The diameter of the turbine wheels has been increased by 5 mm to 55 mm, while the 61 mm compressor wheel is now 3 mm larger. The wastegate flaps are electrically controlled with stepper motors.
All of these modifications have been designed to create a driving machine that perfectly balances driving pleasure, dynamics and sportiness, both in everyday use as well as on the race track. The leap in performance of the new 911 Turbo S is particularly noticeable in its sprint from a standing start to 200 km/h: at 8.9 seconds, the new model knocks one full second off its predecessor’s time. Thanks to the enhanced Porsche Traction Management (PTM) all-wheel-drive system, up to 500 Nm is now transferred to the front wheels. The new generation of the standard PASM chassis has also been improved: faster and more precisely controlled dampers provide significant dynamic advantages with respect to roll stability, roadholding, steering behaviour and cornering speeds.
The new front end with wider air intake openings has a characteristic Turbo look, with dual front light modules as well as standard LED matrix headlights. The redesigned, pneumatically extendible front spoiler and the larger rear wing deliver 15 per cent more downforce, while the muscular rear wing sections with integrated air intakes emphasise the sleek body of the Turbo S. Turbo-style rectangular twin tailpipes in high-gloss black round off the new look of the rear end.
The interior exudes sporty high quality. Standard equipment includes a full leather interior and carbon trim in combination with Light Silver accents. The 18-way sports seats have stitching that pays homage to the first 911 Turbo (Type 930). High-quality graphic elements and logos in the instrument cluster complete the characteristic Turbo S features. The centre screen of the PCM now measures 10.9 inches and can be operated quickly and without distraction thanks to its new arrangement. Further standard equipment highlights include the GT sports steering wheel, Sport Chrono package with newly integrated Porsche Track Precision app and the BOSE® Surround Sound system.
