Following the introduction of the all-new 641 HP 911 Turbo S earlier this year, Porsche has now turned its attention to the “lesser” 911 Turbo, available as always in Coupe and Cabriolet flavors.
That’s obviously not the most appropriate word to describe a car that’ll do 0-60 mph in 2.7 seconds (0-100 km/h in 2.8 seconds) – 0.2 seconds faster than its predecessor. The top speed remains unchanged at 198 mph (320 km/h).
Basically, the level of performance of the 992 Turbo is identical with that of the previous-generation 991 Turbo S. Responsible for this absurd level of performance is a twin-turbo 3.8-liter six-cylinder boxer engine rated at 572 HP (580 PS), an increase of 32 horsepower over its predecessor.
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The peak torque has also increased to 553 lb-ft (750 Nm), up 29 lb-ft (40 Nm) over the previous-generation 911 Turbo. As with the 2021 911 Turbo S, the standard transmission is an eight-speed PDK dual-clutch unit with Turbo-specific internals and calibration.
The powertrain upgrade is accompanied by a tuned chassis which offers two suspension options. The standard PASM suspension is said to offer an improved balance between agility and ride comfort than before; an optional PASM Sport Suspension with a 0.39-in (10 mm) lower height makes the 911 Turbo even more agile in bends.
Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC), which uses active anti-roll stabilization, is available as an option for the 911 Turbo models, as are a Sport Exhaust system and the Sport and Lightweight packages.
The new 911 Turbo adopts most of the changes implemented by the 911 Turbo S earlier this year, including improved steering response and precision thanks to an additional 1.65 inches of front track width and wider 255/35 R20 tires.
Also shared with the 2021 911 Turbo S is the Porsche Traction Management (PTM) active all-wheel drive system, able to transfer even more power to the front wheels than before. Traction at the rear, which features rear-axle steering as standard, is increased even further by 0.39 inches of added track width compared to the last 911 Turbo, as well as 315/30 R21 tires.
The list of upgrades also features a revamped brake system with larger rotors and red fixed calipers, while Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) are optional.
In the looks department, the 2021 911 Turbo looks almost identical to the Turbo S, adopting the latter’s 1.8-inch wider front fenders and 0.78-inch wider rear fenders compared to the previous-gen 911 Turbo, standard LED headlights with PDLS Plus, and enhanced adaptive aerodynamics with controlled cooling air flaps at the front, a larger active front spoiler and a massive active rear spoiler. The most obvious difference between the two models is at the back, where the 911 Turbo features quad squared exhausts as opposed to the 911 Turbo S’ double oval exhausts.
The 2021 911 Turbo can be ordered now in both body styles and is expected to reach U.S. dealers by early 2021. Prices start at $170,800 for the Coupe and $183,600 for the Cabriolet, excluding the $1,350 delivery, processing and handling fee. In Germany, the 911 Turbo Coupe starts at €180,811 while the 911 Turbo Cabriolet kicks off at €194,035.
Note: European model shown
