Showing posts with label Porsche. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Porsche. Show all posts
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
2011 Porsche Cayenne UK Price of 57 610
The 2011 Porsche Cayenne is a latest version of 2011 Porsche. 2011 Porsche Cayenne is the new SUV’s debut in the Cayenne S Hybrid, which allows 2011 Porsche Cayenne in the same presentation of level V8 engine while rising fuel-economy by 20 percent. 
The 2011 Porsche Cayenne S price in Britain starts at 53,693 GBP for which you get a 4.8-litre V8 and Active all-wheel drive. The S Hybrid is priced in the UK from 57,610 GBP. This will include a 3.0-litre V6 supercharged petrol engine which works together with an electric motor. 
The 2011 Porsche Cayenne Turbo UK price starts at 81,589 GBP which includes a 500 hp and 700 Nm of torque 4.8-litre V8 petrol engine and an Active all-wheel drive system. Before Production, the 2011 Porsche Cayenne Base is prepared with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 300-horsepower engine that achieves 15-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the freeway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The 2011 Porsche Cayenne Turbo is set with a standard 4.8-liter, V8, 500-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 15-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway. An 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard
Saturday, March 1, 2014
Porsche Cayenne 2012 More and More Attractive
Ah, the Porsche Cayenne … Vehicle highly criticized by purists when it was introduced. But nine years later, here it is more appreciated. A he forget his arrival controversial? Certainly, we can not blame the manufacturer for not having done his homework since the Cayenne has, since its inception, while the DNA of Porsche, including the invoice salt. But there is an SUV that matures, year after year.
 The redesign of the past year has probably been the most beneficial to the interior of the Porsche Cayenne 2012. Taking place on board, we discover a rich environment where the level of sophistication surprises at every turn. The number of buttons and controls located on the center console could confuse any amateur. Moreover, the manufacturer has had the excellent idea to give all the ergonomics and style of the Panamera. And what style! However, it has retained the grab handles on each side of the console element that bridges with earlier versions.
Affordable prestige Porsche Cayenne 2012
Story to appeal to a wider audience, the Porsche Cayenne 2012Â is available in different flavors. This is unquestionably the model with the 3.6-liter V6 engine that makes 300 horsepower the more followers. This Cayenne whose base price is similar to what the competition offers and allows you to ride in a vehicle scratched the prestigious Porsche logo at lower cost. With its eight-speed Tiptronic transmission, it offers the best fuel economy. In return, you should not expect the performance of the foreground, but for many, this is sufficient.
 When considering the price / performance ratio, the more interesting choice is unquestionably the Cayenne S with a 4.8-liter V8 developing 400 horsepower. Combined with the eight-speed box, this engine from 0-100 km / h in a respectable 6.8 seconds. For those who want to play in the major leagues, the Cayenne Turbo with its 500-horsepower twin-turbo V8 offers the ultimate in performance and exclusivity this year at Porsche.
For more power Porsche Cayenne 2012
History compensate for the loss of the Cayenne Turbo S, the 550 horsepower and the exorbitant price exceeding $ 150,000 in an SUV were out of the ordinary, the manufacturer offers this year a group that is attached to the Cayenne Turbo and bringing its power to 540 horses. Furthermore some adjustments to the electronics of the motor, this set of options comprises two turbos new more effective with fins and titanium to a higher pressure. There is however likely that Turbo S version will be back in the lineup soon.
Cayenne green Porsche Cayenne 2012
For 2012, the Cayenne hybrid is still in the catalog. It has similar performance Cayenne S for a slightly higher price. In terms of mechanics, it has a V6 engine with 333 horsepower air which, combined with an electric motor 34 kw, develops a total power of 380 horsepower, released instantaneously.
 If your journey is made up of several sections of city or area congestion, this model could be a sensible choice, since its fuel consumption in the city is much smaller than the Cayenne S: 8.7 l/100 km compared to 14.5 l/100 km. This hybrid technology is also very effective. During our test, we were able to reach a speed of about 60 km / h using only the electric motor. For 2012, Porsche Cayenne 2012 has made some changes to its hybrid system. It is now possible to operate in electric mode during a cold start, whereas before we had to wait until the engine has reached its operating temperature.
 Despite its invoice salt and the exorbitant price of options, few offer SUV driving as exciting as the Porsche Cayenne 2012.
Porsche Cayenne 2012
Porsche Cayenne 2012 : More and More Attractive
Sunday, January 26, 2014
The Edo Porsche Cayenne GTS engine generates
The Edo Porsche Cayenne GTS engine generates 450 horsepower (331 kW) and a maximum torque of 530 Nm (391 ft-lb) at 3,800 rpm. The sprint from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) takes a scant 6.4 seconds and the top speed is an unbelievable 270 km/h (168 mph). The edo Porsche Cayenne GTS is also equipped with a new brake system. Huge six-piston fixed mono-block calipers clamp down on thicker and larger diameter brake rotors as well as upsized pads in the front. Rotor dimensions: 380 x 38 mm (15 x 1.5 inches). Ideal road contact of the edo Porsche Cayenne GTS is provided by new 22 inch forged wheels with stainless steel outer rims: 10 x 22 inch with 295/30 ZR22 tires up front and 11 x 22 inch with 295/30 ZR22 in the rear.
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Porsche Boxster S
These illustrations provide the clearest picture yet of the totally updated 2013 Porsche Boxster S, which is set to go on sale this spring. As we’ve seen in previous spy photos, the exterior is sharper than before, with stronger lines and fewer curves. The side air intakes are larger and more pronounced on this new model.
Porsche has moved the side mirrors from the A-pillars to the doors, and added a crease to the rear fenders. The front air intakes are also bigger and more aggressive, as clearly shown in these illustrations of a bright red Boxster S.
The standard 2013 Boxster gets a 2.7-liter flat-6 to replace the previous 2.9-liter unit, with output rising from 255 to 261 horsepower. Output on the 3.4-liter six in the Boxster S is nudged slightly from 310 to 311 hp. Porsche says the standard Boxster will accelerate from 0-60 in 5.4 seconds, while the Boxster S will perform the same function in 4.7 seconds. The optional Sport Chrono package provides even better performance and driving dynamics.
A start-stop system and other tweaks also mean the engines will deliver up to 15 percent better fuel economy.
The 2013 Boxster gets new sheet metal, a new power-operated top that stows neatly behind the seats and a revised cockpit with more space for driver and passenger.
The chassis has been redesigned, and the car features lower weight, a longer wheelbase, wider track and larger wheels, as well as a new electromechanical power steering system.
This smaller and lighter 4-cylinder should reduce overall curb weight, and give the already dynamically brilliant Boxster even better handling. As an added bonus, the 4-cylinder is also likely to drink less fuel than the outgoing sixes. A 2011 Boxster in standard trim currently offers EPA figures of 19 mpg city/27 mpg highway. Porsche will also upgrade the 2-seat cockpit with higher quality materials.
Boxster production is slated to move to Austria, when Magna Steyr takes over the contract to build the mid-engine roadster from the Finnish firm Valmet. Expect the 2013 Porsche Boxster to make its official debut at the 2012 Geneva Auto Show. source:roadandtrack.com,insideline.com
Monday, December 16, 2013
Porsche Panamera Diesel 2012
- Porsche Panamera Diesel, 2012
From Berlin to Bologna on only one tank of fuel: With a range in excess of 1,200 kilometres (~746 miles) the new Porsche Panamera Diesel is a good bet as a distinctly economical GT saloon. The long-range cruiser with an impressive turn of speed combines the sporty attributes of Porsches Gran Turismo family with typical diesel characteristics such as exemplary fuel economy and oodles of pulling power. In the process, the new four-door car provides yet another prime example of "Porsche Intelligent Performance", reflected in each and every development.
The engine characteristics of the new Panamera Diesel enable it to take sprints and climbs effortlessly in its stride. Typically for a diesel, 550 Newton metres of rated torque - 50 Nm more than for the Panamera S with V8 engine - are applied to the crankshaft between 1,750 rpm and 2,750 rpm. Twinned with the highly efficient eight-speed Tiptronic S, this power development enables the Gran Turismo to achieve in-gear acceleration from 80 km/h to 120 km/h (~50 mph to 75 mph) in 4.5 seconds, for example.
Visually the Porsche Panamera Diesel resembles the Panamera with the V6 petrol engine, the exterior difference being the "diesel" lettering on the front doors and the tailpipe covers specially developed for the diesel. In terms of its driving dynamics and comfort, the new fourdoor vehicle is a genuine Porsche Gran Turismo through and through. It features steel springs as standard. Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) adaptive damper control and adaptive air suspension with additional air volume are available as an option. This makes for a very wide spread of suspension characteristics with further enhance ments to ride comfort on the one hand and very sporty driving dynamics on the other.
The combination of such a high level of efficiency and performance cannot be achieved by high-quality drive concepts alone. The "Porsche Intelligent Performance" principle is also apparent in the rigorous lightweight design. For example, axles, doors, bonnet, wings and rear lid are made of aluminium to keep the vehicle weight low. Developed from the outset as a four-seater vehicle, in terms also of interior design and the individual comfort of each and every occupant the Gran Turismo ploughs its own furrow. Notwithstanding its distinctive flat and stretched silhouette, 4.97 metres in length and a mere 142 centimetres high, the Porsche Panamera Diesel sets the standard in its class for a sense of space on all four seats.
Highly efficient: V6 diesel with 2000 bar injection pressure
The three-litre, six-cylinder V engine under the Porsche Panamera Diesels bonnet is the state of the art in diesel technology: Auto start/stop function, common rail direct injection through piezo valves at a pressure of 2000 bar, turbocharging employing an electrically controlled variable geometry turbocharger (VGT) and emission control achieved by controlled exhaust gas recirculation, oxidation catalyst and particle filter. This is how high performance, generous torque and low consumption find themselves accompanied by smooth running, reliability and low emissions. The Panamera Diesel satisfies the Euro 5 limit values and is approved accordingly. The V6 works so efficiently that only relatively little heat remains to be evacuated by the cooling water. To ensure comfortable passenger compartment temperatures despite cold weather the heating system is supplemented by an auxiliary heater.
Even more economical with auto start/stop function and electrical system recuperation
The Porsche Panamera Diesel features an auto start/stop function that automatically switches off the engine when the vehicle is stationary and the brake pedal is kept depressed - for example at traffic lights or in congestion. If the brake is released the system restarts the engine. The functions processes are optimised to such an extent that restarting is particularly spontaneous. The function economises on fuel and reduces CO2 emissions, without the driver having to modify his driving habits. Audio and communication systems continue to work despite the engine being switched off; the air conditioning system ensures that the selected temperature is maintained The engine restarts if more energy or cooling capacity is required. The auto start/stop function can be activated or deactivated by pressing a button. In certain situations the function is inactive, for example when the outside temperature is very high, on steep gradients or when the battery charge is low.
As in all Panamera models, electrical system recuperation also provides additional fuel economy with the battery being charged primarily during braking phases. When the car is accelerating, on the other hand, the alternators charging current is reduced - the combustion engine doesnt need to supply as much power for charging the battery.
Basic engine with balance shaft, rocker arm and swirl flap
The basic engine in the new Porsche Panamera Diesel comprises a crankcase with two banks of cylinders disposed at an angle of 90 degrees to one another and made of vermicular graphite cast iron. A balance shaft is fitted to improve smooth running. The six cylinders have an 83 millimetre (~3.3 inches) bore, the piston stroke is 91.4 (3.6 inches) millimetres yielding a total displacement of 2,967 cc. The aluminium cylinder heads each accommodate two camshafts and four vertically mounted valves per cylinder. The valves are actuated by low friction rocker arms with hydraulic valve clearance compensation elements. The vertically mounted and centrally located injector is located directly above the central piston recess. This design ensures a good mixture formation, resulting in low fuel consumption and low exhaust emissions.
The manifold serving both banks of cylinders contains a continuously variable swirl flap. Depending on the engine speed and load, the swirl flap position controls the degree of swirl of the intake air. The flap is shut when the engine is idling and at low revs. This induces a pronounced swirl effect for improved mixture formation. From an engine speed of approximately 1,250 rpm, the flap is open continuously. The increased air throughput ensures that the combustion chamber is well charged. From an engine speed of approximately 2,750 rpm, the swirl flap is fully open.
Precision injection system with piezo-controlled injectors
The six-cylinder engine is supplied with fuel via a common rail system in which the diesel fuel is at a pressure of up to 2000 bar and is made available to the injectors by means of short injector rails. This presents three significant advantages: The injection pressure is virtually freely-selectable in the characteristic map, the high injection pressure permits an optimal mixture formation and the injection sequence with its pre-, main and post-injections can be designed to be very flexible.
The fuel is injected into the combustion chambers by piezo-controlled injectors that switch within less than one ten thousandth of a second. The opposite piezoelectric effect is used to control the piezo-actuator: At a voltage of 110 - 148 volts, the piezo actuator expands by up to 0.03 mm. This effect is applied to the nozzle needle, thereby opening the injection duct. Compared with magnetically controlled injection valves, in piezo technology the moving mass of the nozzle needle has been reduced by approximately 75 per cent.
This weight reduction makes for very short switching times, precisely controllable injection quantities and consequently several highly accurate injections per work cycle. In the Porsche Panamera Diesel engine as many as five partial injections per work cycle are envisaged depending on the operating point: At low engine revolutions the work cycle is initiated by two pre-injections, the injection of the main quantity is followed by two post-injections. This concept combines low emissions with a smooth combustion process.
VTG supercharger for optimal boost pressure adjustment
A variable geometry turbocharger and downstream charge air cooler supplies the combustion air. As in the 911 Turbo, the turbocharger features adjustable guide-blades which can be used to modify the turbines pressure build-up characteristics. At low engine revolutions, the adjustable guide-blades make for high torque and good responsiveness by ensuring the turbine achieves a high pressure build-up and thus capacity for work with guide-blades "closed" and mass flow rates still low. When engine revolutions increase, the guide-blades are continuously opened, thereby ensuring the lowest possible fuel consumption by reducing the exhaust backpressure. The guide-blades are adjusted by an electric motor, ensuring very fast and precise guide-blade adjustment and thus spontaneous engine response.
At full load the maximum boost pressure is approximately 2.5 bar and is generated in excess of engine speeds of 1,750 rpm. To achieve a high cylinder charge and thus a spontaneous build-up of torque combined with low component temperatures, the air compressed, and thus heated, by the turbocharger has to be cooled back down again. This task is performed by two charge-air cooler on the side of the front-end.
Sophisticated exhaust system ensures exemplary low emissions performance
The sophisticated exhaust system ensures that the current Euro 5 standard limits are comfortably met. According to the engines characteristic map, a proportion of the untreated gases is already fed back into the combustion process through the exhaust gas recircu lation circuit. The ensuing supply of inert gases causes the peak combustion temperature to be reduced, thereby cutting nitrogen oxide emissions. A cooler in the exhaust gas recirculation circuit ensures a further reduction in combustion temperature and also that a greater quan tity of exhaust gases can be recirculated.
Downstream of the turbocharger, the exhaust gases pass successively through the oxidation catalytic converter, diesel particulate filter (DPF) and silencer. The extent to which the particulate filter is clogged with soot is calculated by two pre-programmed clogging models in the engine control system. One of the models is calculated from the users driving profile together with signals from exhaust gas temperatures and oxygen sensor. The other clogging model is provided by the flow resistance in the DPF, calculated using signals from the exhaust gas pressure sensor, the exhaust gas temperature sensor and air mass meter.
The particulate filter needs to be regenerated at regular intervals to prevent it from clogging with soot particles, thus impairing its operation. The soot particles that have accumulated in the particle filter are burned during the regeneration process. A distinction is drawn between passive regeneration of the catalytically-coated particulate filter (without involving the engine control system) and active regeneration (involving the engine control system). Both processes take place unnoticed by the driver. Thanks to DPF technology, particulate emission is as low as a mere 7.6 per cent of the permitted limit value.
Tiptronic S with special shift program
The Porsche Panamera Diesel is available exclusively with the eight-speed Porsche automatic transmission, the Tiptronic S. Its control program was specially tailored to the diesel engine: Because of the narrow speed range the shift point settings are totally different to those in the Panamera S Hybrid, which is the only other Gran Turismo to be equipped with the eightspeed transmission. In practice the Panamera Diesels shift behaviour is largely similar to that of a Gran Turismo with PDK transmission. The shift points in the diesel Tiptronic S are customised to driving style and route profile. Alternatively, as is usual with Porsche, the gear can be changed manually by a rocker switch on the steering wheel or by lightly touching the selector lever. In order to transmit the V6s high torque with the minimum of loss, the converter features a lockup clutch. To save fuel, the Tiptronic S features stationary decoupling synchronised with the auto start/stop function, automatically selecting the neutral position if the foot brake is activated when the vehicle is stationary, the engine is running and the road surface is level.
Greater dynamics via the sport button
In common with all the other Panameras, the new diesel model enables the driver to press the sport button to choose between standard tuning and a sport mode. With sport mode activated, the engine responds more spontaneously and the accelerator pedal characteristic curve becomes steeper. The automatic transmission, along with air suspension and Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) if applicable, are also tuned to make them correspondingly sportier. The auto start/stop function is also deactivated.
Steel spring suspension as standard, PASM and air suspension if desired
The Porsche Panamera Diesel features steel spring suspension as standard. On the front axle it comprises fully load-bearing steel spring struts with integrated twin tube dampers and a spring damper unit on the rear axle. The new diesel model as well features aluminium double-wishbone suspension at the front and aluminium multi-link suspension at the rear for gui ding the axles. As a result, the steel spring suspension delivers sporty and comfortable handling, enabling the Panamera to respond instantly and with aplomb to different road surface conditions.
Active PASM is available as an option. This continuously adjusts the damper forces depending on road surface conditions and driving style. The damper settings can be adjusted by the driver in three stages - Comfort, Sport, Sport Plus. Porsche also offers adaptive air suspension including PASM as an option. This provides a load compensation levelling sy stem, three-stage height adjustment and controllable auxiliary volume for modifying the spring rate. This makes for a wide variation in handling between comfortable and very sporty.
Superior brake system, with ceramic system as an option
The Porsche Panamera Diesels braking system is designed for performance with Porsches trade mark stopping power. The braking power on the front axle is provided by six-piston aluminium monobloc fixed-calliper brakes and 360 millimetre diameter brake discs. Four-piston aluminium monobloc fixed-calliper brakes and 330 millimetre diameter brake discs are fitted on the rear axle. Porsche Stability Management (PSM), featured as standard, contains the brake assistant, vehicle-trailer stabilisation and the pre-filling of the brake system to reduce the stopping distance in emergencies. The electric parking brake automatically disengages when moving off. The particularly efficient and race-proven Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) system is available as an option for the Panamera Diesel as well.
Typical Panamera look with a unique personality
With its proportions redolent of classic Porsche design forms, the Porsche Panamera Diesel stands out in its vehicle class. The new model features halogen headlights as standard, the Bi-Xenon system is available as an option as are the cornering lights of the Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS). The side window surrounds are in matt black. The new diesel model features two oval single tailpipes in brushed aluminium that taper rearwards, thus emphasising the Panameras dynamic rear profile. The Porsche Panamera Diesel runs on 18-inch alloy wheels with a five-spoke design fitted as standard, offering a glimpse of black brake callipers.
Interior equipment with all Panamera options
In terms of ambience and equipment, the Porsche Panamera Diesels passenger compartment offers the typical elegant and sporty standard that is the hallmark of every Porsche Gran Turismo. The comfort seats with their electric eight-way adjustment of seat height, seat and backrest angle as well as fore/aft adjustment are included in the standard equipment. Taking this to the next level are the Comfort Memory Package with electric 14-way adjustment and the adaptive sports seats including Comfort Memory Package with raised seat side bolsters and electric 18-way adjustment available as an option. Heated driver and front passenger seats or heating for all four seats is available if desired. Similar to other models, the Porsche Panamera Diesel features two-zone automatic climate control as standard with separate temperature control and air distribution for driver and front passenger. Four-zone automatic climate control is available as an option.
The CDR-31 audio system is also included in the standard equipment with seven-inch colour screen, ten speakers and a total output of 100 watt. Taking this to the next level is the three stage offering comprising the Porsche Communication Management (PCM), BOSE® Surround Sound System or Burmester® High-End Surround Sound System. Also available as an option for the Panameras V6 models as well are the familiar individual equipment options, such as for example ParkAssist front and rear, Porsche Entry & Drive or adaptive cruise control.
Specifications of the Porsche Panamera Diesel
Displacement: 2,967 cc
Bore: 83 mm (3.3")
Stroke: 91.4 mm (3.6")
Compression Ratio: 16.8:1
Engine Power: 184 kW (~250 hp) at 3,800-4,400 rpm
Max. Torque: 550 Nm at 1,750-2,750 rpm
Power Output per Litre: 62.0 kW/litre (~84.3 hp/litre)
Maximum Revs: 4,600 rpm
Fuel Type: Diesel
Performance
Top speed: 242 km/h (~150 mph)
0-100 km/h (62 mph): 6.8 s
0-160 km/h (99 mph): 16.8 s
0-200 km/h (124 mph): 30.4 s
0-1,000 metres (~3,280 ft): 27.3 s
Fuel Consumption
Urban: 8.1 litres/100 km
Extra-urban: 5.6 litres/100 km
Combined: 6.5 litres/100 km
CO2 Emissions: Total 172 g/km
Emission Category: Euro 5
Monday, November 25, 2013
TechArt Porsche Boxster Car Model
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Sporty and elegant design line continues in the interior. TECHART production offers a wide range of individual options allowed to drive the Porsche, 981, feel free to, in any way, individualization. A full leather interior decorative stitching together with the TECHART style packages, set of events in the interior. The selected carbon fiber packages provide deliberately sporty, high-quality touch. In connection with ergonomic be mounted TECHART paddle shifters TECHART 3-speaker of the sports steering wheel guarantee precise control on the vehicle and allow simple and fast gear changes, the maximum driving pleasure.
Sunday, October 27, 2013
Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet
- Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 2013
The skys the limit now for driving fun with the new Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet which follows the Coupé introducing the superior attributes of the new generation 911 in the open-top sports car market segment. What the Coupé began with the new aluminium-steel body, the Cabriolet continues with the all-new, unique hood: intelligent lightweight design, even including the use of magnesium in the hood, ensures less weight and more sportiness, lower fuel consumption and greater comfort.
At the same time, the new convertible top technology enables the typical 911 roof line to be retained in full for the first time: even with the top closed, the Cabriolet reveals the unmistakable 911 silhouette - never before were Cabrio and Coupé so similar.
Each of the two new Cabriolets has the same engine as its Porsche 911 Carrera Coupé equivalent:
- Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet - 3.4-litre boxer engine with 350 hp (257 kW); rear-wheel drive, seven-speed manual transmission, optional seven-speed Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK); acceleration zero - 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds, with PDK in 4.8 seconds (4.6 seconds with Sport Chrono Package); top speed 286 km/h, with PDK 284 km/h; fuel consumption (NEDC) 9.2 l/100 km, CO2 217 g/km; with PDK 8.4 l/100 km CO2 198 g/km.
- Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet - 3.8-litre boxer engine with 400 hp (294 kW); rear-wheel drive, seven-speed manual transmission, optional seven-speed Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK); acceleration zero - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, with PDK in 4.5 seconds (4.3 seconds with Sport Chrono Package); top speed 301 km/h, with PDK 299 km/h; fuel consumption (NEDC) 9.7 l/100 km, CO2 229 g/km; with PDK 8.9 l/100 km CO2 210 g/km.
The new Cabriolets are the 911s with emotional appeal. With the top down, they convey a unique abundance of intense driving impressions between outstanding performance and calm comfort. This is based on the light, stiff body in conjunction with the long wheelbase. Reduced weight and a longer wheelbase compared with the predecessor generation are complemented by the wider front track and larger wheels. In terms of its performance, the new 911 Cabrio raises the bar not by an inch but by a yard. This is down to a precisely synchronised package of new and enhanced systems. Electro-mechanical power steering and, in the case of the Carrera S, Porsche Torque Vectoring with differential lock are featured as standard - in conjunction with PDK even regulated. If so desired, the new 911 Carrera ups the ante in driving dynamics terms with options such as PDCC roll stabilisation.
With the open-top 911s as well, Porsche has managed to reverse the weight spiral and make the new Cabrio models significantly lighter than their predecessors, by up to 60 kilograms depending on equipment. As a result, for the same engine output, the new 911 Carrera generation combines enhanced performance with significantly lower fuel consumption - in short "Porsche Intelligent Performance".
Innovative lightweight roof with Coupé characteristics
The attention-getter with the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet is the unique and all-new panel bow top. Thanks to the innovative technology, it has been possible for the first time to achieve the previously unachievable Coupé-like roof curvature of the closed fabric top, which offers aerodynamic advantages into the bargain. Moreover, the weight of the entire top remains on a par with the predecessor model, notwithstanding the increased length and signifi cantly enhanced comfort. The top can be opened and closed in approximately 13 seconds respectively - as in the case of the predecessor up to a speed of 50 km/h. It is operated by means of a button on the centre console or, from the outside, by means of the remote control.
Porsche has traditionally set the highest standards for the 911 top. That is why the new folding roof as well - as with every previous 911 - is a completely standalone development. The first distinctive feature is apparent at a glance: the fabric roof is tensioned in an elegant arc from the front window frame to the convertible top compartment with styling that is almost identical to that of the Coupé. No roof bows are discernible under the fabric nor are there any sections that interrupt the flowing design. Even the heatable rear window is virtually flush-fitting thanks to a new technique and is integrated with the cover with only the most discreet of seams.
Porsche new development: lightweight magnesium panel bow top
Critical to this shape, previously unachievable with fabric tops, is the innovative design as a panel bow top. This entails the entire fabric top - with the exception of the side panels - being tensioned over a rigid roof surface comprising four directly abutting individual segments. The four elements are the front roof frame, two panel bows and the rear window, the frame of which is made of magnesium, like the other segments. A large proportion of the frame guides are also made of this very light material; only the lateral guides, the drive levers and the rear tension bow are of aluminium. All frame components are kinematically linked so that only one hydraulic cylinder is required on each side to move the top. When it comes to closing the top, Porsche relies on a refinement of the tried and tested, centrallylocated, electric central locking mechanism, which is supported by lateral centering pins.
The panel bows and top are not locked together so that the four magnesium segments can dovetail one on top of the other when the top is opening whereas the fabric top is stowed using the tried and tested Z-folding technique. Thanks to this unique concept, the roof package comprising the fabric top, roof frame, panel bows and rear window requires only minimal stowage space of approximately 23 centimetres in height and around 55 centimetres in length when in the open position. Whereas the front section of the top remains visible when the top is open, the sickle-shaped flap covers the rear section - as before. Unlike the predecessor model, this significantly enlarged convertible top compartment lid now extends as far as the spoiler. This does away with the need for a body joint, with the rear looking even more elegant as a consequence.
With the top closed, the occupants enjoy a level of climate and noise comfort that comes closer to that of the Coupé than ever before. For example, the exterior material is underlaid over its entire area with an insulating mat. On the inside, the roof segments are covered with dimensionally stable roof linings that convey a comfortable interior feeling. The side panels as well are entirely clad with fabric so that with the hood closed, no technical components are visible any longer. The headroom as well is also broadly the same as inside the Coupé.
New: fully integrated electric wind deflector
A further innovation in the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet is the built-in electric wind deflector. That makes fitting and removal a thing of the past. The new wind deflector is attached to a U-shaped tensioning bracket, which is fully integrated into the rear area when retracted, thereby not encroaching on the available space on the rear seats. At the push of a button, this bracket deploys within two seconds, in the process unrolling a mesh that is tensioned at right angles by a second movable deflection bracket behind the front seat armrests. The wind deflector can be deployed up to a speed of 120 km/h. The effect is equivalent to that in the predecessor model, ensuring that draughts are eliminated to a very large extent and that wind noise is minimal when the top is open. A deployed wind deflector is automatically retracted when the top is closed.
Latest generation adaptive rear spoiler
The Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet adopted the Coupés variable spoiler concept albeit with modified parameters. With the top closed, the spoiler settings are the same as those of the Coupé, as the new top generates an almost identical airflow. Unlike when the top is open, in which case the spoiler assumes specifically developed positions. Depending on the vehicle configuration, the spoiler also extends to different heights and at different angles. Additionally, a flow element located on the leading edge of the spoiler is controlled by means of a special pivoting kinematic mechanism, ensuring optimal airflow over the spoiler blade. The spoiler is extended automatically at 120 km/h and retracted at 80 km/h but can also be extended below these speed limits at the push of a button.
cd = 0.30: Cabriolet with exemplary aerodynamics
The basic building blocks of the aerodynamic concept for the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet are the streamlined surface of the body, the new top, the variable rear spoiler and the cooling system, which requires no large air intakes on the underside of the vehicle and therefore makes possible a largely smooth vehicle floor. Optimised air intake and air outlet cross sections also improve the guidance of the cooling air so that despite the cooling system that has been upgraded to cope with the enhanced engine and braking performance, the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolets exemplary cd of 0.30 - with the top closed - remains unchanged.
Open-top lightweight 911 with new design language
The Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolets design echoes its predecessors styling while developing an entirely new design language: thanks to a longer wheelbase combined with shorter overhangs, the vehicle makes a compact, made to measure impression. A vehicle height reduced by a further four millimetres (three millimetres in the case of the 911 Carrera S) compared with the 911 Carrera Coupé strikes a distinctly sporty tone in outward appearance. As a result of the 52 millimetre wider front track compared with the predecessor, the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet has an even more solid stance on the road. The vehicles 61 millimetre greater width at the front creates an even more harmonious vehicle silhouette. Larger air intakes underneath the redeveloped front lights emphasise the striking appearance. Together with the new Bi-Xenon headlights, they give the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet a distinctive face.
The rear end echoes the sporty looks of the cars front end. It is characterised in particular by the new wider rear spoiler below the engine lid air intakes. The outer edge of the lid is part of the continuous design edge, which cleverly emphasises the vehicles width. The compact dimensions of the redeveloped top system when stowed enabled the space above the engine to be used to best effect. The result: an elegantly flat and harmonious rear section.
Body: even stiffer and up to 60 kilograms lighter
The innovative lightweight body of the 911 Carrera family was redesigned from the ground up for Coupé and Cabriolet alike. That means that the open-top 911 and fixed-roof model share both the weight advantages of the aluminium-steel body and the significantly improved rigidity, complemented by local reinforcement elements. A continuous side impact support strut made of square ultra high-strength steel is fitted between the B-pillars. The side panel is also reinforced with ultra high-strength components, for example in the form of door sill reinforcements and reinforcement pits as well as stabilising components in the A and B-pillars. It was possible to improve dynamic torsional rigidity, which has a critical influence on comfort, by 18 per cent in the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet models.
The underlying idea of the intelligent lightweight design concept is using the right material in the right place. Notwithstanding the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolets increased dimensions, all the measures as a whole were able to deliver significant weight reductions compared with the predecessor models.
New roll-over protection system also increases rigidity
Less weight and greater rigidity compared with the predecessor generation means greater safety in addition to further improvements in driving dynamics and efficiency. Here too the open top 911 Carrera continues to be exemplary. For example, the automatic roll-over protection system was completely redesigned based on the tried and tested system. Whereas previously individual roll hoops were screwed onto an aluminium subframe, the new open top 911 features a compact, self-supporting gantry made of welded and high-strength aluminium profiles. This made it possible to reduce both space and weight requirements. Because of its high component rigidity, the supporting frame is also used to strengthen the body. It contributes to torsional rigidity by means of diagonal struts extending to the B-pillar and the convertible top stowage compartment.
In the event of an impending rollover, two newly developed sections located behind the rear seats are deployed by means of a pyrotechnically actuated spring mechanism. If the top is in the closed position, a carbide metal pin on each of the two roll hoops penetrates the safety glass of the rear window. Accidental triggering is practically impossible because sensing and actuation and constant monitoring is provided by the highly accurate airbag control device with built-in rollover sensor.
High degree of passenger protection for all types of accident
In the event of a crash in a longitudinal or lateral direction, the external forces are spread across longitudinal and lateral beams in the front and rear of the car in a predefined way. Ultra high-strength steels are used to ensure high rigidity, optimal deformability and energy absorption. They surround the passenger cell like a cage and by their extreme dimensio nal stability contribute critically to preserving the interior and thus to passenger protection. It goes without saying that as a result of the coordinated deformation behaviour of the aluminium luggage compartment lid and wings and of the aluminium-steel hinges, the intelligent lightweight design also complies with the ever more stringent global requirements as regards pedestrian protection.
The exemplary passenger protection in the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet is complemented on the front seats by two-stage full-size airbags, head airbags built into the door panels (POSIP) and thorax side airbags as well as Isofix/top tether anchors on the rear seats. An Isofix system for attaching child seats on the front passenger seat is available as an option.
Porsche Intelligent Performance: more power, exemplary low fuel consumption
The production models of the open-top 911 traditionally have the same engines as the Coupés. This has not changed with the new generation. But in return the differences with the predecessor models have become all the greater: developed in accordance with the principle of Porsche Intelligent Performance, fuel consumption fell and output increased. Courtesy of enhancements within the engine itself, accompanied by the new functions thermal management, on-board electrical system recuperation and auto start/stop function, the new models are up to 15 per cent more economical and up to 15 hp more powerful. In short: even as a Cabriolet, the 911 Carrera remains, by an even greater margin, the benchmark for efficient performance among premium sports cars.
The previous engines and transmissions were an outstanding starting point for these efficiency-raising concepts. Porsches first venture into downsizing within a model range was the flat-six engine in the 911 Carrera, reducing the piston stroke by four millimetres with the total displacement falling from 3.6 to 3.4 litres. The dimensions of the 3.8-litre six-cylinder engine in the Carrera S remained unchanged.
Both engines feature direct fuel injection, variable intake valve timing and valve lift switching (VarioCam Plus) and breathe through an especially flow-optimised and thus efficiency-enhanced intake manifold. The air filter as well has been optimised to offer less flow resistance. In the 3.8-litre six-cylinder engine of the 911 Carrera S, a controlled resonance flap further improves the charge level, thus providing high torque at low revs and an even torque curve.
The transmissions: seven speeds for dynamics and efficiency
The strategy for more efficient performance is continued with two transmissions combining uncompromising sportiness with fuel-economising, long gear ratios: the worlds first sevengear manual transmission in a passenger vehicle and the Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK), also with seven gears. Drivers of the manual transmission 911 Carrera as well can now sample the delights of the fuel consumption benefits for which the PDK is renowned: up to 19 per cent lower revs for the same speed and thus up to ten per cent lower fuel consumption at constant speed. A peculiarity of the new manual transmission is the shift gate lock to the seventh gear. It prevents the driver from unintentionally getting into the shift gate slot for the seventh gear during sporty driving, when he fast upchanges from fourth to fifth gear.
Intelligent efficiency: electrical system recuperation, thermal management, coasting
To increase efficiency, the boxer engines feature electrical system recuperation and mapcontrolled cooling water thermal management. In terms of electrical system recuperation, the battery is primarily charged during the braking or coasting phases. Reducing the generator charging current with a full battery in turn reduces the load on the combustion engine in acceleration phases as the combustion engine does not have to sacrifice so much power for charging the battery. Thanks to the intelligently managed cooling system shared by both engine and transmission, both of them reach their operating temperatures more quickly, meaning better combustion under partial load with less friction. The aforementioned measures alone reduce fuel consumption measured by the NEDC by 0.45 l/100 km. But it doesnt stop there: Porsche is introducing the auto start/stop function for all transmission variants in the new 911 Carrera generation - including for the manual transmission. The occasional short interruptions are having a big effect: the automatic engine cut-off when the vehicle is stationary is saving 0.6 litres of fuel for each 100 kilometres driven based on the NEDC.
The principle of only drawing on engine power when it is actually needed has resulted in a new sports car function in the new 911 Carrera with PDK transmission: coasting. In principle, coasting is nothing other than the car rolling along without power, and as a result you can achieve fuel consumption for a limited distance equivalent to when the engine is idling. In practice that means fuel savings of up to one litre per 100 kilometres with a forward-thinking driving style in everyday driving. Coasting is initiated by slowly taking ones foot off the accelerator or by manually changing up if the highest gear is already engaged. Coasting is ended by accelerating, braking or by manually changing gear. Coasting is better for fuel consumption because it enables the vehicle to harness its kinetic energy and convert it into distance covered.
Sound Symposer for even more intense acoustic driving fun
The new Porsche 911 Carrera generation offers the driver even sportier driving pleasure, sound-wise as well. And that not just with the top down: the Sound Symposer, featured as standard in both models, ensures an even meatier and sportier engine sound in the interior and is controlled by means of the Sport button, featured as standard.
The Sound Symposer is a passive system, creating not an artificial engine sound but directing the new boxer engines distinctive sound into the vehicle interior at the push of a button. This is done by an acoustic channel picking up the intake vibrations between the throttle valve and air filter. The acoustic channel incorporates a membrane that transmits the vibrations into the interior in the area of the rear window shelf. A controllable valve located in front of the membrane enables the Sound Symposer to be activated or deactivated by means of the sport button, as the driver wishes.
Sports exhaust system with a new function
The Porsche engineers developed a completely new sports exhaust system as an option for the new 911 Carrera models. For the first time, it not only de-throttles exhaust gas routing at the push of a button but links both exhaust manifolds as well. This function is possible because of an additional flap-controlled exit from each of the two front silencers. Both exits are merged into a joint exhaust duct, the two tailpipes of which are located adja cent to the exits of the rear silencers. In this way, the sports exhaust system button may be used to pair an even more robust sound of the flat-six engine with optimum performance. The result is a sound which is emotionally even more appealing. For optical differentiation, the sports exhaust system comes with two double tailpipes with their very own design. The sports exhaust system is operated by a separate switch in the centre console.
Sportier, more comfortable suspension
The complete redesign of the suspension has a knock-on effect on the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolets sportiness and comfort as well. In both models, the 100 millimetres longer wheelbase ensures significantly greater driving stability at high speed. The wider front track width, 46 millimetres for the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet and 52 millimetres for the 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, further improves driving stability and agility when cornering. In addition - depending on model featured as standard or as an optional extra - the enhanced Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), the new Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control, the completely revamped electro-mechanical power steering, Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV), the modified braking system and new wheels and tyres ensure driving performance of the highest order.
The Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolets can count on a top notch chassis. The wheel suspension components are of aluminium, which ensures low unsprung weight. The redesigned front axle is lighter and the front axle cross member is also optimised for stiffness. The new struts are more compact than those of the previous model, making them stiffer and more precise in maintaining the camber. To improve the driving characteristics, the new design also enhances the anti-dive performance, reducing the dipping of the front end of the car under heavy braking as well as braking distance. The rear axle as well is a completely new design with stability and precision significantly improved compared with the already very good predecessor generation. The multi-link design features a larger supporting base, thereby achieving optimal camber and toe-in stiffness.
Electro-mechanical steering with Porsches trademark precision and feedback
The new 911 Carrera generation sees Porsches first use of electro-mechanical power steering, which is vastly superior to every other system on the market in terms of its efficiency and precision. The fundamental advantage compared with hydraulic power steering is the reduction in fuel consumption by at least 0.1 l/100 km. Additional new functions further enhance comfort and safety. Specific feedback is passed to the driver through the steering wheel and negative or unnecessary influences are filtered out.
Even at low speeds, active self-alignment of the steering ensures that the steering wheel is automatically returned to the straight-ahead position. When braking on road surfaces with different levels of grip, the steering wheel initiates a steering impulse in the required direction, making it easier for the driver to stabilise the vehicle and keep it in the desired lane. Power Steering Plus, available as an option, makes for additional comfort, facilitating manoeuvring at speeds below 50 km/h, for example, by providing greater power assistance.
The position of the steering wheel is manually adjustable both axially and vertically. In conjunction with the all-electric sports seat or adaptive sports seat plus, the steering column is electrically adjustable and integrated with the Memory Package, available as an option.
Faster and safer cornering: Porsche Torque Vectoring
In the new 911, Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) ensures yet greater agility, featured as standard in the open-top 911 Carrera S and available as an optional extra for the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet. The system is available in two versions: the PTV version with mechanical differential lock when twinned with manual transmission and in PDK vehicles as PTV Plus with electronically controlled, fully variable differential lock.
In a nutshell, PTV/PTV Plus improves the vehicles steering behaviour and precision by means of precisely modulated braking interventions on the inside rear wheel when being driven in a highly dynamic style. PTV/PTV Plus offers significant benefits, especially when entering a corner. A braking force is selectively applied to the inside rear wheel as the steering manoeuvre is begun. This imparts a greater drive torque to the outside rear wheel compared with the inside wheel. This differential torque causes the vehicle to experience a yaw moment, which provides additional assistance when turning the steering wheel. The result is significantly greater agility with improved steering behaviour.
Option: Sport Chrono Package accentuates all sporty 911 characteristics
All new 911 Carrera models feature a Sport button as standard. It enables the driver to choose between more comfortable or fuel-efficient tuning and a sportier setup. The optional Sport Chrono Package with additional Sport Plus button makes for an even wider spread between a sporty setup and driving comfort in everyday use. In addition to refining all the relevant systems and functions for maximum performance, for the first time the Sport Chrono Package features controlled, dynamic engine mounts. The magneto-rheolo gical engine mounts have been enhanced based on the technology introduced in the 911 GT3 and optimised for the new 911 Carrera.
The dynamic engine mounts thus ideally complement the tried and tested functions that the optional Sport Chrono package offers. For example, the Launch Control featured in conjunction with the PDK assists the optimum starting acceleration with the Sport button activated. This shaves 0.2 seconds off the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h. The Sport Plus button also activates the PDK "racing circuit" gear change strategy with faster response times and optimal shift points for maximum acceleration and performance.
With the Sport Plus button activated, the PSM intervenes later both with the manual gearbox and with the PDK so as to achieve greater agility and driving dynamics. The optional PASM, PTV Plus, PDCC and - as described - the dynamic engine mounts switch to sport mode for a tauter and sportier damping and chassis setting. This is complemented by additional functions, which are also activated by the Sport button, featured as standard: the accelerator pedal characteristic curve is modified for more direct responsiveness and the auto start/stop and coasting functions are deactivated. The Sound Symposer and optional sports exhaust system are also activated and the optional Porsche Dynamic Light System conditioned for faster responses. The Sport Chrono package contains an analog and digital stopwatch; the optional PCM contains an additional performance display with memory function.
Top performance courtesy of Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control
A critical contribution to the impressive performance enhancement of the new 911 generation is made by Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) - available as an option for the 911 Carrera S. Equipped with this system, the open-top model as well achieves a new level in terms of lateral acceleration and handling. The vehicles lateral inclination, for example when entering a bend, when cornering and changing lanes at speed is almost completely offset by the variable stabiliser system up to the maximum lateral acceleration. Because of the reduced roll angles, the tyres are always in the optimal position relative to the road surface and are able to transmit higher lateral forces. This increases maximum cornering speeds. The system also affords even more direct steering feedback and greater steering precision. The intelligent control of the PDCC system is also able to exercise individual control over the hydraulic actuators, depending on the driving situation, influencing self-stee ring behaviour in the process and consequently improving vehicle stabilisation.
Superior brake system with extended functionality
To bring the braking performance into line with the increased performance, all 911 Carrera models are equipped with a newly-developed and more efficient 8-/9-inch tandem brake booster. The open-top 911 Carrera features an optimised braking system with weight-reduced brake discs. Front-mounted, six-piston aluminium monobloc fixed-calliper brakes and 340 millimetre diameter disc brakes (ten millimetres more compared with the predecessor model) are fitted on the 400 hp 911 Carrera S Cabriolet. Rear axle braking power in all models is provided by four-piston aluminium monobloc fixed-calliper brakes and 330 millimetre diameter brake discs. The brake callipers have undergone yet further development and exhibit even greater stiffness.
There is now no longer a handbrake lever on the open-top 911s as well. The brake function is provided by an electrically activated parking brake, conveniently operated by a button to the left of and below the steering wheel. This allows the electric parking brake to be activated manually then deactivated by depressing the footbrake. It automatically releases, even after having been manually activated, if movement of the accelerator pedal indicates the desire to move off again.
For the first time, the new 911 Carrera family offers an adaptive brake light. This involves the brake lights flashing at high deceleration rates or in the event of emergency braking as a warning to following traffic. This system operates at speeds in excess of 70 km/h.
Optional PCCB ceramic brake
Moreover, the new 911 Carrera models are available with the tried and tested Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) with ceramic disc brakes and new six-piston monobloc fixed callipers on the front axle as an option. Compared with a brake system with steel brake discs of comparable design and dimensions, the PCCB offers the familiar advantages such as faster responsiveness on a dry road surface, very high fading stability thanks to constant frictional values and an approximately 50 per cent weight saving compared to comparable grey cast iron discs. As with the predecessor models, the PCCBs brake callipers are coloured yellow, providing a very strong visual point of differentiation from the production brake systems.
Larger wheels and tyres: lightweight design and smooth running for greater efficiency
Lightweight design considerations also played a decisive role in developing the family of wheels. This is why it is manufactured using the weight-saving flow-forming process. In addition to lower fuel consumption, lighter wheels also mean a reduction of unsprung masses and thus a more comfortable ride. The open top 911 Carrera now runs as standard on 19-inch, instead of 18-inch, wheels with 20 mm wider rear wheels. The 911 Carrera S Cabriolet boasts 20-inch wheels. The tyre manufacturers collaborated with Porsche on a new product generation, yielding further improvements in performance, comfort, rolling resistance, handling and braking distance as well as weight. The up to seven per cent reduction in rolling resistance compared with earlier tyres makes a major contribution to reducing fuel consumption.
As with the predecessor models, so too the new open-top 911 Carreras are fitted as standard with a space-saving tyre puncture system comprising a tyre sealing compound and electric air compressor. Tyre pressure monitoring (TPM) continues to be available as an option, individually monitoring the air pressure of all four tyres at all times.
Refined ambiance with numerous individualisation options
The open-top 911 Carrera models interior equipment largely follows the interior concept of the Coupé. As before, a central design element is the centre console rising up to the front. It ensures improved ergonomics by closer integration of driver and front passenger. The new operating concept makes controlling the vehicles central functions uncomplicated and intuitive. The new Cabriolets also offer greater comfort in the rear. For example, the shorter installation length of the new roll-over protection system creates more legroom compared with the predecessor model. Unlike the new 911 Carrera Coupé, the rear side windows can be electrically lowered and the rear ParkAssist is featured as standard.
The dashboard is classically laid out. The 911s trademark five round instruments provide all the important information about the vehicles operating state. The new 4.8-inch, highresolution, TFT colour screen in the instrument cluster to the right of the central rev counter contains extensive configurable display options for vehicle status, audio, telephone, navigation, map display, on-board computer and tyre pressure monitoring. Twinned with the optional Sport Chrono Package, a so-called G-Force display for showing longitudinal and lateral acceleration can be accessed on the multi-function screen. Vehicles with manual transmission also feature a shift assistant display for performance-optimised driving. The driving light assistant featured as standard automatically switches from daytime running lights to dipped beam as dusk falls and, for example, when traversing tunnels.
Sports seat system with greater range of adjustment as standard
The Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolets interior is rounded off by the sports seat system, featured as standard, with electrically adjustable backrest angle and height. Over and above the standard seat functionality, the optional sports seats with fully-electrical 14-way adjustment offer electrically-powered fore and aft adjustment, seat cushion angle, seat cushion height adjustment and four-way lumbar adjustment. The 18-way Adaptive Sports Seats Plus and prominent seat bolsters, also available as an option, feature additional adjustment of the seat cushion and seat back bolsters for optimal side support in any driving situation. Both versions include the Memory Package and electrical steering column adjustment. In conjunction with optional heated seats, seat ventilation is available for all sports seat versions.
Climate control with active carbon filter and air quality sensor
If driving with the top down does not offer the desired climate, Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet passengers can enjoy the comfort of two-zone automatic climate control featured as standard. An active carbon filter featured as standard cleans the fresh air of particles and pollen, preventing them from entering the vehicle through the ventilation system. Smells are absorbed. The automatic climate control also features an air quality sensor. This sensor provides inputs for the automatic air recirculation control unit, which in the event of poor air quality automatically switches from external ventilation to air recirculation.
Sound Package Plus with new loudspeakers as standard
The CDR-31 audio system, featured as standard, combined with the Sound Package Plus, comprising nine loudspeakers, provides acoustic information and entertainment. The main feature of the new audio system generation is a seven inch TFT touchscreen display. With the exception of volume control, all the CDR-31s functions can be selected by touching the colour screen. But virtually all the functions can also be operated by means of the con ventional right-hand turn and press controller, depending on the individual users preference. The universal audio interface featured as standard offers the facility for connecting an external audio source via the AUX interface.
Options: Top-quality Burmester® and BOSE® sound systems
Porsche has teamed up with Burmester® to develop a special system for the 911 Carrera as the top-of-the-range sound system offering. The experience of the prize-winning systems in the Panamera and Cayenne has been harnessed to achieve total output and sound quality unprecedented in the sports car segment. The system comprises twelve individually controllable loudspeakers, including an active so-called subwoofer built into the bodyshell with 140 millimetre speaker diameter and integrated 300 watt Class D output stage; complemented by 12 amplifier channels with a total output of more than 800 watts.
The BOSE® Surround Sound System continues to be offered as an option. It also features twelve loudspeakers, including a 100 watt active subwoofer built into the bodyshell with Class D output stage and 130 millimetre speaker diameter as well as eight amplifier channels, ensuring an impressive aural experience. This delivers an overall output of 445 watts.
Patented subwoofer concept: Small weight, big effect
The highlight of the optional BOSE® and Burmester® sound systems is the patented bodyshell subwoofer solution. This development supersedes the previously separate subwoofer boxes and uses the body structures of the body-in-white cowl frame. This solution saves four or five kilograms of system weight, reduces the required installation space while at the same time enhancing bass performance. As a result of the symmetrical configuration of the cowl frame relative to the direction of travel and associated sound emitting openings, the driver and front passenger experience a very even bass distribution within the vehicle cabin with only one loudspeaker chassis. The design of the bodyshell subwoofer has been deliberately chosen so as to yield an optimal bass sound in conjunction with the door woofers.
As an optional extra: Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) with extended functionality
The Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) ensures even better night-time illumination of the road ahead. It features dynamic cornering lights and the speed-dependent driving light control, which adjusts the light cone and light intensity for improved visibility as a function of the driving speed. The dynamic cornering lights are activated at a speed of approximately four km/h. The light control system swivels the main headlights by up to 15 degrees into the corner depending on the steering angle and driving speed. The effect in conjunction with the optional Sport Chrono Package is an even faster adjustment of the dynamic cornering lights to the drivers steering manoeuvres. The dynamic cornering lights remain active even with high beam switched on, thus improving visibility.
An adverse weather light is also featured which is switched on when the rear fog light is activated. It reduces dazzle in adverse weather conditions, such as thick fog, by swivelling the left-hand headlight outwards by eight degrees and setting a horizontal light distribution. The headlights power is also reduced to 33 watts and the dynamic cornering lights are deactivated.
Option: ParkAssist front and rear with TopView
In addition to the rear ParkAssist with acoustic distance warning featured as standard, front and rear ParkAssist with TopView is also available as an option on the open top 911 Carrera models. In addition to an acoustic warning, TopView features an optical display of the distance to the front and rear of the vehicle by means of a colour representation of the immediate vicinity showing a top view of the vehicle outline in the centre of the screen.
Keyless motoring: Porsche Entry & Drive
The optional Porsche Entry & Drive System enables the doors and luggage compartment to be locked and unlocked and the vehicle started conveniently and without a key. As soon as the driver touches the door handle, Porsche Entry & Drive requests an access code, which is stored in the key. If the code is correct, the door is unlocked. In the same way, the luggage compartment lid is unlocked when approaching the front end, allowing it to be opened. The vehicle is started and the engine switched off by means of the control unit in the electric ignition switch. The act of locking requires one of the door handle locking buttons or key locking button to be pressed. When locking, the key must be located outside the vehicle in the reception area, otherwise the doors cannot be locked.
Sunday, September 15, 2013
2012 Porsche Boxster Review Prices
The 2012 Porsche Boxster is one of the latest version of 2012 Porsche. 2012 Porsche Boxster is a 2-door, 2-passenger convertible sports car, available in 4 trims, ranging from the Base to the S Black Edition. The 2012 Porsche Boxster is available at MSRP Price of $48,100 - $65,200 and Invoice Price of $43,110 - $58,500.
Upon introduction, the 2012 Porsche Boxster Base is equipped with a standard 2.9-liter, H6, 255-horsepower engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. The 2012 Porsche Boxster S Black Edition is equipped with a standard 3.4-liter, H6, 320-horsepower engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. 
A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims, and a 7-speed manual transmission with overdrive is optional. Development of the next-generation 2012 Porsche Boxster is well underway as the images of the prototype demonstrate. However, a rumor alleging that Porsche insiders are talking about a lightweight, turbocharged four-cylinder platform for the next-gen Boxster recently began making the rounds. The 2012 Porsche Boxster top is embossed with "Black Edition" lettering.Thursday, September 5, 2013
Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe 2013
Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 2013
The new Porsche 911 Carrera 4 and 4S models unite the excellent performance and efficiency of the new generation 911 with the dynamic benefits of the latest version of the active all-wheel drive Porsche Traction Management (PTM) system. While retaining the traditional rear-wheel drive emphasis of the 911, the all-wheel drive chassis of the Carrera 4 and 4S delivers increased traction, road-holding and dynamic performance over a wide variety of road surfaces and in all weather conditions.
A distinctive identifying feature of the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 and 4S remains the wider rear wheel arches: compared to the two-wheel drive 911 Carrera models, the rear wheel arches each extend further outwards by 22 mm, and house rear tyres that are ten millimetres wider. The signature red light band that connects the two taillights has also taken on a new form.
Porsche Intelligent Performance: high levels of driving performance, low fuel consumption
The new all-wheel drive 911 is available in four versions; the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 and 911 Carrera 4S, and as a Coupé and Cabriolet. Each model shares identical characteristics to the rear-wheel drive versions, including lightweight body design, suspension, engine choices and gearbox options; the only exceptions are modifications related to the all-wheel drive. The innovative aluminium-steel composite body construction of the 911 helps deliver a weight saving of up to 65kg versus the prior model; consequently, despite the higher level of performance, the new 911 Carrera 4 models also offer up to 16 per cent lower fuel consumption.
All models have a seven-speed manual gearbox as standard, and the seven-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) twin-clutch automatic transmission is available as an option. The Porsche 911 Carrera 4 features a rear-mounted 3.4-litre flat-six engine developing 350 hp (257 kW), and can sprint from 0-62mph in as little as 4.5 seconds (Cabriolet 4.7 sec) and reach a top speed of up to 177 mph (Cabriolet 175 mph), depending on specification. Fuel consumption with PDK is 32.8 mpg (203 g/km CO2) for the Coupé and 32.5 mpg (205 g/km CO2) for the Cabriolet.
The Porsche 911 Carrera 4S is powered by a 3.8-litre flat-six engine that produces 400 hp (294 kW) and delivers acceleration from 0-62mph in 4.1 seconds (Cabriolet 4.3 seconds) and a top speed of 186 mph (Cabriolet 184 mph). Fuel consumption with PDK is 31.0mpg (215 g/km CO2) for the Coupé and 30.7 mpg (217 g/km CO2) for the Cabriolet.
New: all-wheel drive indicator, Porsche Active Safe, sliding glass sunroof, extended Sport Chrono pack
In the 911 Carrera 4 and 4S, a new menu in the instrument cluster informs the driver how the PTM all-wheel drive is currently distributing engine torque between the front and rear axles. In addition, coincident with the launch of the 911 Carrera 4 models, Porsche is introducing the option of Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) - which controls distance to traffic ahead and vehicle speed - across the 911 model range. When ordered with PDK, the ACC system adds the safety function Porsche Active Safe (PAS), which can help prevent front-end collisions.
In addition, a new sliding glass sunroof is now available as an optional feature for all 911 Coupé models; and driving a 911 with a manual gearbox in combination with the optional Sport Chrono pack now has added responsiveness. In Sport Plus mode, the system automatically double-declutches during downshifts.
The attraction of traction
The new 911 with all-wheel drive builds on the success of the previous generation of Carrera 4 models, of which a total of about 24,000 units have been sold since 2008. This represents a 34 per cent share of total sales of second generation Type 997 models. This previous generation introduced three of the greatest development steps in powertrain technology that the 911 with all-wheel drive ever made: new engines with direct petrol injection, the Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) gearbox and electronically-controlled Porsche Traction Management (PTM). In July 2011, Porsche crowned the model series with the 911 Carrera 4 GTS, whose 3.8-litre engine was boosted to 408 hp (300 kW).
World premiere at the Paris International Motor Show - on sale in the UK in December
The new Porsche 911 Carrera with all-wheel drive will make its first public appearance at the 2012 Paris International Motor Show in September ahead of arriving in UK Porsche Centres towards the end of the year.
The Carrera 4 Coupe is priced from £77,924, and the Carrera 4S Coupe priced from £87,959. The Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet is priced from £86,583.00, and the Carrera 4S Cabriolet from £96,619.
In addition to the all-wheel drive with Porsche Traction Management, standard equipment on all models includes full leather interior, 4.6-inch colour touch-screen Porsche Communication Management with satellite navigation, automatic climate control, Bi-Xenon headlights, a universal audio interface offering MP3 connectivity and a three year warranty.
Fitted to every 911 is a Porsche Vehicle Tracking System (VTS), a sophisticated vehicle security package approved to Thatcham Category 5 standard, and customers are also 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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