Porsche’s New 911 Turbo S: The Most Powerful 911 Ever
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– The 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S is a hybrid model with 701 horsepower, achieving 0-60 mph in 2.4 seconds and a significantly faster Nürburgring lap time than its predecessor.
– It features a twin-turbo hybrid system with electric turbochargers that eliminate wastegates and recover energy, plus a 1.9-kWh battery and electric motor integrated into the drivetrain.
– The car includes all-wheel drive, advanced Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control, carbon-ceramic brakes, and wider rear tires to handle increased power and weight.
– Aerodynamic improvements, such as active grille shutters and a front diffuser, reduce drag by 10% in the most efficient setting.
– The Turbo S starts at $272,650, representing a price increase of over $30,000, and weighs 3,829 pounds due to the hybrid components.
The 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S has arrived, setting a new benchmark as the most powerful production 911 ever built. Unveiled at the Munich Motor Show, this latest iteration introduces a sophisticated hybrid powertrain that elevates performance to unprecedented levels while maintaining the iconic Turbo legacy.
With an astonishing 701 horsepower, the new Turbo S accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.4 seconds and shaves a remarkable 14 seconds off its predecessor’s Nürburgring Nordschleife lap time. This hybrid system, known as T-Hybrid, builds on the technology first seen in the Carrera GTS but takes it further with twin electric turbochargers. A 1.9-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery resides in the trunk, and an electric motor is integrated between the engine and the eight-speed PDK transmission.
The electric turbochargers feature individual motors on the shaft connecting the turbine and compressor, enabling near-instantaneous spooling. This design eliminates the need for a wastegate, instead recapturing energy that would otherwise be lost and redirecting it to the battery or the traction motor. Power peaks between 6,750 and 7,000 rpm, while torque remains a robust 590 lb-ft from 2,300 to 6,000 rpm.
All-wheel drive comes standard, along with the latest Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control and adjustable anti-roll bars powered by the 400-volt hybrid system for sharper responses. The braking system features carbon-ceramic discs, 16.5 inches at the front and 16.1 inches at the rear, with updated pad material for improved stopping power. A new sports exhaust with a titanium muffler is also included.
To handle the increased output and rear weight bias from the hybrid components, the Turbo S rides on wider 325/30R21 rear tires, while the fronts remain 255/30R20. The bodywork includes broader fenders, continuing a classic Turbo styling cue. Aerodynamic enhancements include active grille shutters and a front diffuser that works with the deployable splitter and rear wing, reducing drag by 10 percent in its most efficient mode.
Visually, the model is distinguished by Turbonite accents, a unique brown-gray finish developed exclusively for Turbo variants, and a new center-lock wheel design. As expected from Porsche, customization options abound, including carbon-fiber wiper arms for those seeking every possible performance and aesthetic upgrade.
The hybrid system does add weight, the coupe now tips the scales at 3,829 pounds, an increase of 180 pounds over the previous model. However, the significant lap time improvement underscores how effectively Porsche has managed this trade-off. Pricing reflects the advanced engineering, with the coupe starting at $272,650 and the Cabriolet at $286,650. These figures represent a substantial increase over earlier models, influenced in part by global tariffs affecting imported vehicles.
For driving enthusiasts and collectors, the new 911 Turbo S represents the pinnacle of Porsche’s engineering prowess, blending hybrid efficiency with track-ready performance in a package that continues to define the super sports car segment.
(Source: motor1)
