New Porsche 911 Carrera Boosts Efficiency and Performance

Press release Embargo 00:01 am CEST 7 September 2015
New engines, an advanced chassis, new Porsche Communication Management
New Porsche 911 Carrera boosts efficiency and expands dynamic repertoire
A new Porsche 911 is always highly anticipated - and the latest generation
announced today is no exception.
The core appeal of the rear-mounted flat-six engine in the 911 and its characteristic
sporting driving experience resonate with owners and enthusiasts alike. This
reputation for responsive and dynamic performance, forged both on the road and
race track, coupled with unparalleled everyday usability, underpins the unstinting
appeal of the 911.
The 911 has been the world’s best-selling sports car for decades. Now, the new
generation has arrived, equipped to extend this status ever ahead into the future.
New highlights include innovative twin-turbocharged flat-six engines, an advanced
chassis with an even greater spread between performance and comfort, and a new
infotainment system. With the benefit of more than four decades of experience with
turbocharging – in both motor racing and production sports cars – the new engines in
the new 911 Carrera set benchmarks in terms of performance, driving pleasure and
efficiency.
The new option of rear-axle steering, available on the Carrera S models for the first
time, further extends the range of dynamic virtuosity. The fastest lap time around the
North Loop of the Nürburgring is reduced to 7 minutes and 30 seconds – ten seconds
faster than before.
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Many exterior features of the 911 Carrera have been visually refined: these include
new headlights with four-point daytime running lights, handles inset to the door panel
without recess covers, a redesigned engine lid with vertical louvres and new tail lights
– including the now characteristic four-point brake light Porsche motif. Inside, a new
Porsche Communication Management with an enhanced multi-touch display console
offers a considerably expanded range of functions and greatly simplified operation.
New turbocharged engines: 20 hp more and increased efficiency
The completely new engine generation with twin turbocharging now featured in the
911 Carrera has raised power, efficiency and also intensified the emotional driving
experience. As is typical of the 911, at the rear of the Carrera lies a 3.0-litre flat-six
engine, developing 370 hp (272 kW). The 3.0-litre flat-six in the Carrera S now
delivers 420 hp (309 kW). In both cases this represents a power boost of 20 hp (15
kW) over the prior model. The 911 Carrera S produces more horsepower courtesy of
turbochargers with modified turbine compressors, a specific exhaust system and
tuned engine management.
The new Porsche engines are characterised by significantly increased torque (60 Nm
in each case), and with maximum torque of 450 Nm and 500 Nm respectively
delivered constantly from 1,700 rpm up to 5,000 rpm in both cases, thus ensuring
responsive performance. At the same time, with a maximum engine speed of 7,500
rpm the new generation clearly exceeds the top revs of conventional turbo engines –
and, of course, both are underscored by the typical sonorous Porsche flat-six engine
sound.
Every new 911 generation boasts enhanced performance and efficiency compared
with their predecessors. The 911 Carrera Coupé with Porsche-Doppelkupplung
(PDK) and Sport Chrono Package sprints from zero to 62 mph in 4.2 seconds –
making it two tenths of a second faster than its predecessor. The 911 Carrera S with
PDK and Sport Chrono Package achieves this benchmark in just 3.9 seconds (also
0.2 secs swifter). This means that it is the first 911 in the Carrera family to undercut
the magic four second mark. And the top speeds of both models have also increased
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further: the 911 Carrera now has a top speed of 183 mph (an increase of 4 mph),
while the 911 Carrera S now reaches 191 mph (an increase of 3 mph).
The Porsche 911 has always balanced performance and efficiency, sportiness and
everyday usability. The new engines further extend the span of these apparent
contradictions. Depending on the model, the 911 is now almost 12 per cent more
efficient. The 911 Carrera with PDK transmission returns 38.2 mpg Combined (an
increase of 3.8 mpg), while the 911 Carrera S with PDK consumes 36.7 mpg
Combined (an increase of 4.2 mpg).
In terms of emissions, this translates to 169 g/km CO2 for the Carrera PDK and 174
g/km CO2 for the Carrera S PDK – placing both these models in Band H for the
purposes of vehicle excise duty.
Enhanced Sport Chrono Package option with ‘mode switch’
In conjunction with the optional Sport Chrono Package, the 911 Carrera now features
a ‘mode switch’ on the steering wheel, derived from the hybrid mode switch of the
918 Spyder. The mode switch consists of a rotary control with four positions for the
driving settings “Normal”, “Sport”, “Sport Plus” and “Individual”. Depending on the
car’s specification, the latter setting enables drivers to configure their own individual
vehicle set-up; eg Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), PDK
transmission shifting strategy and sports exhaust system.
In combination with the PDK, the mode switch has an additional “Sport Response
Button”. When this is pressed, the drivetrain is pre-conditioned for maximum
acceleration for 20 seconds, in anticipation of an overtaking manoeuvre, for example.
For a short time, the optimum gear is engaged and the engine management adjusted
to an even more spontaneous response.
A standard feature: re-engineered PASM chassis lowers ride height by 10mm
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The 911 Carrera is the benchmark for driving dynamics of all-round sports cars. With
every new generation, Porsche further increases the spread between everyday
comfort and track driving performance. For the first time, the new PASM (Porsche
Active Suspension Management) chassis, which lowers the ride height by ten
millimetres, is a standard feature of every Carrera model. It further improves stability
during fast cornering. At the same time, new dampers enhance comfort thanks to an
even more precise response characteristic as well as improving body control during
dynamic driving. The new wheel designs with five slim twin spokes carry tyres with
reduced rolling resistance and enhanced performance. Furthermore, on all variants
the width of the rear rims has increased by 0.5 to 11.5 inches. The rear tyres of the
911 Carrera S now measure 305 instead of 295 millimetres.
The active rear-axle steering that is available as an option for the 911 Carrera S is
chassis technology adopted from the 911 Turbo and 911 GT3 (and 918 Spyder).
It further enhances the turn-in behaviour of the 911. In addition, it makes for high
driving stability when changing lanes at high speeds. It also ensures greater
manoeuvrability in city traffic thanks to the turning circle reduction of 0.5 metres. The
improved handling is transmitted to the driver via the new steering wheel design,
based on that fitted in the 918 Spyder. The basic steering wheel has a diameter of
375 millimetres; the optional ‘GT sport’ steering wheel measures 360 millimetres.
For unlimited everyday practicality, customers can choose a hydraulic lift system with
integrated lifting cylinders in the struts of the front axle. Pressing a button increases
the ground clearance at the nose by 40 millimetres within five seconds and thus
prevents the vehicle underbody from hitting the ground, when traversing steep
garage exits for example.
New Porsche Communication Management including Online navigation
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The new 911 Carrera models feature a development of the Porsche Communication
Management System (PCM) including Online satellite navigation and voice control.
The PCM can be operated by performing multi-touch gestures on the seven-inch
display, similar to operating a smartphone. User inputs by handwriting are also
possible. Mobile phones and smartphones can now also be connected via Wi-Fi and
Bluetooth™. The smartphone tray is integrated for the first time in the centre armrest,
offering battery-saving charging and optimised mobile phone reception. Also new is
the option of connecting an iPhone®
to the PCM to use Apple CarPlay®
.
Real-time traffic information is available for significantly improved route navigation. It
gives the driver a quick overview of the traffic situation and guarantees dynamic
adaptation of the route to this information. Google Earth®
and Google Streetview®
are
also being integrated for the first time to offer better orientation. Other components of
the PCM are Porsche Car Connect and the Porsche Connect app, which can be
used for such functions as remote control of vehicle functions, transfer of destinations
to the PCM for navigation and use of music streaming services by third-party
providers via the PCM.
New and extended optional assistance systems
An extended range of new and improved assistance systems are available on the
new 911. The optional automatic speed control can now also brake moderately when
the pre-set speed is exceeded, for example when driving downhill. Furthermore, the
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) option now has a coasting function in conjunction with
the PDK transmission. When driving in a queue the clutches are disengaged, thus
saving fuel with unpowered coasting. The optional Lane Change Assist monitors
traffic behind with radar and uses LED lamps in the left and right of the mirror triangle
to warn the driver about approaching vehicles in the blind spot. In addition, Porsche
increases active safety with the multi-collision braking system as a standard feature.
Market launch in December
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The new Porsche 911 Carrera models are on sale now in the UK and Ireland, and
first deliveries will arrive in Porsche Centres in December.
911 Carrera Coupe £76,412 (RRP)
911 Carrera S Coupe £85,857 (RRP)
911 Carrera Cabriolet £85,253 (RRP)
911 Carrera S Cabriolet £94,698 (RRP)
Standard equipment on every 911 Carrera includes leather interior, sports seats,
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) including satellite navigation system
with seven-inch colour touchscreen, universal audio interface offering telephone
module and MP3 connectivity, dual-zone automatic climate control, SPORT button,
Bi-Xenon headlights, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), Porsche
Stability Management (PSM), tyre pressure monitoring, Porsche Vehicle Tracking
anti-theft system, three year warranty and three year roadside assistance package.
Customers will also be able to explore the potential of their new car by participating in
a complimentary course at the Porsche Experience Centre, Silverstone.
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40 years' turbo experience in motorsport and series production
At Porsche, innovations and developments that have proved themselves under
extreme racing conditions always benefit production models, too. Testing in
motorsport in particular ensures the performance and resilience of new engines for
production sports cars. In the development of turbocharged six-cylinder ‘boxer’
engines Porsche can therefore look back on more than 40 years' experience.
For example, turbocharging with a bypass valve was first used in 1972 in the 917/10
racing car before entering series production two years later in 1974, in the first 911
Turbo. In 1974, charge air cooling was also first introduced in the 917/10. In 1977,
this technology then celebrated its premiere in the 911 Turbo 3.3. Further milestones
in the development of turbo engines include sequential turbocharging with two
consecutive turbos (for the first time in the 959 supercar), twin-turbocharging with two
parallel turbos (for the first time in the 911 Turbo, Type 993) and adjustable intake
valves (for the first time in the 911 Turbo, Type 996).
Ends
For more information, please contact the Porsche press office team:
Kate Gregory Press Office Assistant
Email kate.gregory@porsche.co.uk
Tel 0118 916 5050
Jonathan Campkin Porsche Carrera Cup GB Press Officer
Email jonathan.campkin@porsche.co.uk
Mobile 07500 578805
Rob Punshon Press Officer
E-mail rob.punshon@porsche.co.uk
Tel 0118 925 2733
Mobile 07881 008950
Nick Perry Product Affairs Manager
Email nick.perry@porsche.co.uk
Tel 0118 925 2721
Mobile 07775 860 291
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Mike Orford Head of PR
Email mike.orford@porsche.co.uk
Tel 0118 925 2720
Mobile 07774 728911
Press website porsche-press.co.uk and newspress.co.uk
Press email press@porsche.co.uk
Press Twitter @PorscheGB
Porsche News newsroom.porsche.com
Editors’ Note:
Porsche can claim more than 30,000 race victories in almost every motor sports
series worldwide, and while many of these successes have been achieved with
immensely powerful specialist race cars like the evocative 917 and 956, the iconic
911 sports coupe is the bedrock on which the peerless racing reputation of the
Stuttgart marque has been built.
The 911 demonstrates perfectly the Porsche philosophy of not only building sports
cars in order to win races, but also to gain development know-how that can be
incorporated into the evolution of its road cars. Successive generations of the rear-
engined 911 have been honed on the race circuit since its debut in 1963, with
customers benefitting from continuous improvements in key dynamic areas such as
engine performance, braking and aerodynamics.
Porsche is the world's largest manufacturer of racing cars; the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup
race car competes in the Mobil1 Supercup, the world’s fastest international one-make
Championship, which supports Formula One Grands Prix. The 911 GT3 Cup also
entertains spectators around the world racing in the many domestic Carrera Cup
Championships in Germany, Asia, France, Italy, Japan, Scandinavia and Great
Britain. The all-new GT3 R is the first step for drivers moving up to GT racing, while
the 911 RSR is the standard-bearer for the Porsche Works teams in international
blue riband events like Daytona and the Le Mans 24 Hours.
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With a record number of overall victories, Porsche is the most successful
manufacturer in Le Mans history. In 2014, Porsche returned to Le Mans and the
World Endurance Championship (WEC) with the factory-run 919 Hybrid sports
prototype race car in the top LMP1 category, and scored its first outright victory in its
debut WEC season in the final race in Brazil.
This June, Porsche scored its 17th
and latest success in Le Mans when Britain’s Nick
Tandy, New Zealand driver Earl Bamber and German F1 star Nico Hulkenberg took
the chequered flag in their 919 Hybrid LMP1 after 24 hours of flat out racing. Chasing
this trio across the line was the second 919 Hybrid of Brendon Hartley (New
Zealand), Mark Webber (Australia) and Timo Bernhard (Germany) to deliver a 1-2
result for the Stuttgart team.
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