Meet the 992.2-series Porsche 911 Turbo S, now generating a whopping 523 kW courtesy of its electrified boxer engine. Here’s what it will cost in South Africa…
- New 911 Turbo S debuts with 523 kW
- Most powerful production 911 (for now)
- Pricing in Mzansi to start at R5 558 000
The 992.2-series Porsche 911 Turbo S has been revealed. Billed as the “most powerful production 911 to date”, this latest iteration of Zuffenhausen’s benchmark sportscar has already been confirmed for South Africa.
Again available as either a coupé or cabriolet, the 911 Turbo S now generates a whopping 523 kW as standard. The 911 Turbo S Coupé will be priced at R5 558 000 (up R539 000), while the 911 Turbo S Cabriolet will come in at R5 827 000 (up R549 000), each including a 3-year/100 000 km Driveplan.
The new 911 Turbo S employs a further-developed version of the so-called “T-Hybrid” powertrain that debuted in the 911 Carrera GTS. In short, this latest version gains a 2nd electric exhaust gas turbocharger, while retaining the 1.9 kWh battery pack used in the GTS.
As standard, an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission with an integrated electric motor drives all 4 wheels. Combining this electric assistance with a turbocharged 3.6-litre flat-6 engine results in 523 kW (up 45 kW from its predecessor’s 478 kW), while maximum torque is unchanged at 800 Nm (though is now on tap over an even wider range of 2 300- to 6 000 rpm).
Porsche claims the 992.2-series 911 Turbo S Coupé can complete the 0-100 kph sprint in just 2.5 seconds (0.2 seconds quicker than before, despite weighing 85 kg more), before hitting 200 kph in a claimed 8.4 seconds (a half-second improvement). Interestingly, the listed top speed falls 8 units to 322 kph.
What else has been updated? Well, the German automaker has fitted wider tyres (325/30 ZR 21) to the rear axle, while the front axle retains the 255/35 ZR 20 items of the outgoing model. Meanwhile, the standard ceramic-composite brake system scores new pads along with larger rear discs (the diameter of the latter having been increased from 390- to 410 mm).
The Stuttgart-based firm has also rolled out new active aerodynamic elements, while including the electro-hydraulically controlled Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control as standard. There’s also a new sports exhaust system, complete with rear silencer and tailpipe trim fashioned from titanium.
In coupé form, the 911 Turbo S comes as standard as a 2-seater, though Porsche says a rear seat system “can be configured at no extra charge” (while the cabriolet is “generally delivered in a 2+2 configuration”).
Standard items include HD Matrix LED headlamps and the Sport Chrono Package, which comprises a tyre-temperature gauge, a specifically tuned suspension set-up, the dynamic-chassis roll support and the titanium sports exhaust system.
Inside, you’ll find 18-way-adjustable adaptive sports seats (with a memory function), though the folding lightweight bucket seat familiar from the 911 GT3 is available as an option (specifically for the coupé, that is).
What does the Porsche 911 Turbo S cost in SA?
| DERIVATIVE | PRICE |
| Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupé | R5 558 000 |
| Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet | R5 827 000 |
The prices above include Porsche’s 2-year/unlimited km warranty and 3-year/100 000 km maintenance plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the price of the new 992.2-series Porsche 911 Turbo S in South Africa?
A: The new 911 Turbo S Coupé starts at R5 558 000, while the 911 Turbo S Cabriolet is priced from R5 827 000. These prices include a 3-year/100 000 km Driveplan.
Q: What is the T-Hybrid powertrain?
A: The T-Hybrid powertrain is a performance-focused hybrid system. In the new 911 Turbo S, it combines a turbocharged 3.6-litre flat-6 engine with an integrated electric motor and 2 electric exhaust gas turbochargers. This system is powered by a 1.9 kWh battery pack.
Q: How fast is the new Porsche 911 Turbo S?
A: The new 992.2-series 911 Turbo S Coupé can go from 0 to 100 kph in a claimed 2.5 seconds. Its top speed is listed at 322 kph.
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