The Porsche 911 Turbo finds a middle ground that is anything but boring – Robb Report

How much power do you really need? For Porsche lovers, this has been the big question since the launch of the 992 generation 911. This is because its performance options have basically been limited to either the base model or the powerful Turbo S, but there is now a variant that close the gap. Between these two, the 911 Turbo.

On Wednesday night, the German automaker revealed the latest version of the 911 Turbo, the perfect car for those who want a little extra oomph but feel 640 horsepower is excessive. But while it acts as a kind of performance compromise, when it comes to 911, one of the most iconic sports cars in history, the vehicle has some really impressive performance specs.

While the Turbo S is pretty much a supercar, the new Turbo is a slightly out of tune supercar that can drive every day. It has the same 3.8-liter six-cylinder flat twin turbo engine as its more powerful sibling, though it now produces 572 hp and 553 pound-feet of torque compared to the 640-horsepower Turbo S and 580 pound-feet of spin, according to one press release. While the Turbo has 68 hp less than the Turbo S, it has gained 32 since the last generation. Despite this power punch, the performance numbers are remarkably similar, as the Turbo can zoom from 0-60 mph in 2.7 seconds (compared to 2.6 seconds) and has a top speed of 198 mph (compared to 205 mph). Unless you have miles of open road in front of you, you will never notice a difference.

From there, the Turbo and the Turbo S are essentially the same. The newer variant is equipped with an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox and the automaker’s Traction Management all-wheel-drive system can transfer more power to the front when needed. Both Turbos are also wider than their predecessors (1.8 inches wider at the front, 0.8 inches wider at the rear) and feature active aerodynamic elements, including a rear spoiler that increases downforce by 15 percent. The Turbo S Active Suspension Management System and carbon ceramic brakes are not standard, but both features are available as add-ons.

It may not be the “fastest and most powerful” production 911, but the new Turbo is for performance enthusiasts. And despite not being that far from the Turbo S, it does have a significant discount. The Turbo starts at $ 172,150 ($ 184,950 for the convertible version), which is significantly less than the Turbo S’s starting price of $ 204,850.