An electric turbocharger, 541 PS and no compromise in weight. How Porsche electrified its icon the motorsport way.
The facelifted 992.2 generation introduced something many enthusiasts thought they would never see: a hybrid 911. Porsche’s T-Hybrid system, however, is designed for performance rather than electric-only driving.
An electric turbo
A new 3.6-litre flat-six uses a single electrically driven turbocharger that spools instantly, eliminating lag. A compact electric motor in the eight-speed PDK adds torque from rest. Together they deliver 541 PS and 610 Nm, while the high-voltage system adds only around 50 kg.
- Engine
- 3.6 flat-six, electric turbocharger
- System output
- 541 PS
- System torque
- 610 Nm
- 0–100 km/h
- 3.0 s
- Top speed
- 312 km/h
- Wheels
- 20″ front / 21″ rear
With a staggered 20/21-inch setup and centre-lock options across the range, the 911 remains one of the most rewarding platforms for a lightweight forged wheel.
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