Porsche 911 2013 Owner's Manual

Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Information Provided by:

980 Hammond Drive, Suite 1000
Atlanta, Georgia 30328

Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG is the owner of numerous trademarks, both registered and unregistered, including without limitation the Porsche Crest

®

VarioCam

, PCM®, PDK®, 911®, 4S®, 918 Spyder®, FOUR, UNCOMPROMISED.®, and other model names and numbers, and the distinctive shapes of the Porsche automobiles, such as the federally registered 911 and Boxster automobiles. The third-party
trademarks contained herein are the properties of their respective owners. Porsche Cars North America, Inc., believes the specifications to be correct at the time of printing. Specifications, performance standards, standard equipment, options, and
other elements shown are subject to change without notice. Some options may be unavailable when a car is built. Some vehicles may be shown with non-U.S. equipment. Please ask your dealer for advice concerning the current availability of options and
verify the optional equipment that you ordered. Porsche recommends seat-belt usage and observance of traffic laws at all times.

All fuel consumption and emissions data contained herein are derived from U.S. tests and were accurate at time of press.

©2012 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. Printed in the U.S.A. MKT 001 001 12 porscheusa.com 1-800-PORSCHE

®

, Porsche®, Boxster®, Carrera®, Cayenne®, Cayman®, Panamera®, Speedster®, Spyder®, Tiptronic®,

MKT 011 001 12

The New 911

The New 911

The New 911 4

Information Provided by:

Exterior design 7
Interior design 9
Engineering 12
The new 911 Carrera 13
The new 911 Carrera S 16
The new 911 Carrera Cabriolet 18
The new 911 Carrera S Cabriolet 20

Performance 21

Engine 23
Transm ission 29
Body and chassis 31
Sa fet y 47

Comfort 52

Intelligent Performance 70

Personalization 76

Panorama 89

Specifications 92

Index 95

enthusiastic

liberated

spirited

determined

courageous

adventurous

direct

The New 911

mature

Information Provided by:

3 4

Opposing forces, in perfect balance.

Information Provided by:

Introducing the New 911.

The New 911 | Introduction

Platzhalter 911 Carrera und 911 Carrera S

The Porsche 911 has always been

a study in contrasts. At its 1963

debut, it did more than delight

enthusiasts with its race-bred

technology—it astonished them with

its suitability for everyday driving.

Here was a car replete with track-

tested innovations—a six-cylinder boxer

engine, fully independent suspension,

and four-wheel disc brakes—that

offered a spacious cockpit, tractable

road manners, and ample room for

groceries and luggage. With this rare

balance, the new Porsche ushered

in a golden age of sports cars.

5 6

A New Golden Age

In the new 911, Porsche applies this

singular balance to the priorities of a new

era. Tradition dictates that a new 911 must

outperform its predecessors in driving

dynamics—no small feat considering the

30,000 racing victories won by the 911

over generations. At the same time, it must

prove its relevance to a new generation.

So the engineers at Weissach did more

than invest the next 911 with breathtaking

performance. They balanced it with

intelligent solutions for the 21st century:

engines that were more efficient and

generated greater power; safety systems

so advanced, they enhanced rather than

intruded on the driving experience; and

information and entertainment systems,

seamlessly integrated into the most

rewarding 911 interior yet created.

Icon and Iconoclast

Call it the 911 paradox: For nearly

50 years, no car has remained so

instantly recognizable; yet no car has

undergone such constant change.

Porsche’s most legendary model has

remained at the vanguard of sports

car performance, not because it is an

icon, but because it is an iconoclast.

The new 911 exemplifies this

apparent contradiction. Its identity

is unmistakable. Yet 90 percent of

its components are either new or

fundamentally revised. Its timeless

shape incorporates significant

dimensional changes that include a

longer wheelbase, wider front track,

lower roofline, and on the Cabriolet a

new top. The body is a composite of

aluminum and various types of steels

that increase torsional rigidity up to

25 percent over its predecessor.

The engines have been developed

with new, efficiency-enhancing

technologies—such as Auto Start Stop,

thermal management, and electrical

system recuperation—that reduce

fuel consumption while optimizing

performance. Porsche’s first-ever seven-

speed manual transmission allows for

precise control of engine power while

also improving fuel efficiency. The

optional 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung

(PDK) transmission provides even

greater fuel efficiency with its new

coasting feature, not to mention the

thrill of lightning-quick gearshifts.

Tradition Without Bounds

If there is one tradition we hold sacred,

it is our commitment to innovation. If

there is one car that crystallizes our

latest thinking, it is the 911. The ideals

embodied in every generation of this

legendary car—race-bred performance,

everyday practicality—have once

again been taken to the next level.

The New 911 Carrera

The New 911 Carerra S

The New 911 Carrera Cabriolet

The New 911 Carrera S Cabriolet

Let’s clearly state our intentions.

Information Provided by:

Exterior design.

The New 911 | Design

Not a single surface remains unaltered.

Yet, somehow, every enthusiast knows

it at a glance. What makes this new

design so emphatically a 911?

It’s what you see—and what you don’t.

In this and every 911, not a single line

is wasted. By shunning the superfluous,

its form invites the eye to slip over its

surface, just as the air slips over its

contours with a drag coefficient of just

0.29 for the Coupes and 0.30 for the

Cabriolets. It is by following function,

rather than fashion, that this legendary

sports car retains its timeless appeal.

In the new 911, its pure form also

speaks volumes about the car’s

balanced temperament, manifesting

7 8

an unprecedented balance of

athleticism and refinement.

New Dimensions

The tapering roofline has been lowered,

exposing less surface to the air. The

front track has been widened by 1.8

inches (46 mm) on the 911 Carrera

and just over 2 inches (52 mm) on the

911 Carrera S for improved cornering

stability. Together, these changes

accentuate the first impression

of sportiness and elegance when

viewing the car from the front.

A Distinctive Front View

New Bi-Xenon™ headlights are standard.

Their classic oval-shaped surrounds

reveal their technically impressive inner

workings. The Porsche Dynamic Light

System (PDLS), with dynamic cornering

lights and speed-sensitive headlight

range control, is available as an option.

The new direction indicators, daytime

running lights, and side marker lights

are all LEDs and are integrated into the

separate front-light units. Their slim,

linear design contrasts with that of the

rounded headlights. Together with the

two integral air intakes, they make the

front of the new 911 unmistakable.

Balance in Profile

Circling around to the side of the new

911, one can see that the exterior

mirrors are now mounted directly on

the doors. This results in improved

aerodynamics. A firmly planted stance is

also apparent—the result of a 3.9-inch

(100mm) longer wheelbase, and shorter

overhangs at both front and rear. These

alterations do more than please the

eye—they contribute to driving stability

while offering greater interior room.

New 19-inch and 20-inch wheels

are standard equipment on the new

911 Carrera and 911 Carrera S,

respectively. One inch larger than those

of the previous model, they enhance the

sporty presence of the new 911, and

their increased rolling circumference

improves both comfort and performance.

Increased agility is just one of the

results of all these refinements.

Lasting Impression

Drivers are accustomed to seeing

the 911 from behind, thanks to its

effortless passing ability. From this

perspective, the 911 makes a concise

statement of power in perfect balance.

This effect is accentuated by a new,

crisp trailing edge that travels without

interruption over the LED taillights and

across the rear deck. The wide track

is also accentuated by a defined edge

traveling over the repositioned rear

reflectors. Stainless steel tailpipes

feature a new ovoid cross section on the

911 Carrera, becoming the horizontal

contours above. On the 911 Carrera S,

twin tailpipes are fitted on both sides. In

all new 911 models, the characteristic

extendable rear spoiler has been

widened to increase downforce.

Finally, the Porsche badge returns

with fresh prominence, befitting the

place of the 911 as the most enduring

legend in the Porsche stable.

Comfort and performance in harmony.

Information Provided by:

The 911 interior.

The New 911 | Design

Since the introduction of that first

Porsche in 1948, we have demonstrated

that comfort is not only compatible with

driving performance—it is essential.

Harmony between man and machine is

especially evident in the new 911. The

layout of the instruments and controls,

the logic of their operation, even the

tactile sensation engineered into every

interior surface, are designed to relax

the senses while providing all the

information needed in a new generation

of highly advanced sports car.

9 10

Classic yet Modern

The classic five-gauge layout is still the

best way to provide essential driver

information. In keeping with Porsche

tradition, the tachometer is located

at the center of the display, easily

glimpsed through the sport steering

wheel. The refined steering wheel

features a high-grip smooth-leather rim.

Long-legged drivers now have even

more room to stretch out, thanks to

an additional inch (25 mm) of legroom.

Fitted as standard, the 911 has refined

sport seats that combine even greater

comfort with racing-style support and

now feature four-way power adjustment.

Advanced Technology

The new center console puts logically

organized controls at the fingertips of

the driver or front-seat passenger and

includes a high-resolution, 4.6-inch

full VGA TFT color display, for viewing

onboard computer, audio system,

or navigation information. The new

automatic climate control with zonal

temperature controls for the driver

and front passenger is standard.

Personalization

In the new 911, the traditional choice

of interior options includes innovative

additions. A new lighting design package

allows you to customize the level of

illumination in the footwells, ignition

lock, storage compartments, rear

compartment, and overhead console.

An extensive selection of interior colors

and materials—such as Carbon Fiber,

leather, wood, or Aluminum—allows

a high degree of personalization.

The acoustic sensations of driving

a 911 extend beyond the music of

the engine note. A nine-speaker,

235- watt audio system is standard,

and can be combined with the

optional HD Radio receiver or Bose

Surround Sound System. For the

ultimate sound experience, Porsche

offers the optional Burmester®

High-End Surround Sound System.

®

The history of Porsche engineering in a single volume.

Information Provided by:

Engineering.

The New 911 | Engineering

Through its history, the 911 has served

as a summation of every thing we know.

Today, concepts proven over a half

century are enriched by groundbreaking

innovations, ideas that not only make

for a better sports car, but something

even more impressive: a bet ter 911.

Greater Power and Efficiency

The new engines follow the time-

honored 911 design: six horizontally

opposed cylinders provide a lower

center of gravity than do more

common configurations. Output has

been increased to 350 horsepower in

the new 911 Carrera models and 400

horsepower in the 911 Carrera S models.

*Please refer to 2012 U.S. EPA Fuel Economy Estimates on page 94.

11 12

Both models are equipped with Direct

Fuel Injection (DFI) and VarioCam Plus

for increased power and reduced fuel

consumption.* This power is transmitted

to the wheels by the introduction

of our first seven-speed manual

gearbox or, optionally, the Porsche

Doppelkupplung (PDK) transmission,

which offers gear changes with virtually

no interruption in the flow of power.

Despite this increased output, fuel

consumption efficiencies are the result

of several innovative technologies

that optimize engine performance

and reduce the load that’s placed on

the engine by peripheral systems.

New Composite Architecture

The unibody employs a combination

of aluminum and steel to reduce

weight while improving the already

remarkable rigidity of the 911 chassis.

This new architecture helps achieve an

impressive power-to-weight ratio of 7.6

lb./hp for the 911 Carrera S Coupe.

The chassis is also packed with forward-

looking technology. Now standard in

the 911 Carrera S models, Porsche

Torque Vectoring (PTV) increases

dynamic performance and control. Newly

available as an option for the S models,

Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)

improves dynamic performance further

still. Dynamic engine mounts, included

as part of the optional Sport Chrono

Package, are now available for the

911 Carrera models for the first time.

These provide perceptibly more stable

handling during aggressive cornering.

Through these advances, the new 911

satisfies the enthusiast’s desire for

even greater performance and the

world’s need for greater ef ficiency.

Passion meets practicality.

Information Provided by:

The new 911 Carrera.

The New 911 | The 911 Carrera

The new 911 Carrera was created to

redefine the everyday driving experience,

delivering exhilarating performance with

surprising practicality. Although its engine

displacement has been reduced to 3.4

liters, it generates more power and faster

acceleration than its celebrated 3.6-liter

predecessor, sprinting from 0–60 mph

in just 4.6 seconds—4.2 seconds when

equipped with the optional Porsche

Doppelkupplung (PDK) transmission

and the Sport Chrono Package.

Advanced Powertrain

How did Porsche engineers balance

the sensible with the sensational?

The new thermal management

technology manipulates heat flow

13 14

to bring engine and transmission to

optimal operation temperatures faster,

reducing fuel consumption. Electrical

system recuperation reduces the

alternator’s draw on engine power,

freeing it for pure exhilaration.

Other benefits come from a choice of

two advanced transmissions, including

a seven-speed manual gearbox. The

first six forward gears have a sport

ratio, while the seventh has a long

ratio that reduces fuel consumption

and engine noise at highway cruising

speeds. The optional PDK also employs

seven forward gears with a long-

ratio top gear for efficient cruising. A

new addition to PDK is the ingenious

coasting function, which eliminates

engine braking in certain conditions

for even greater fuel efficiency.

The Sport button, which is fitted as

standard in the 911 Carrera, makes

it possible to select an even more

responsive engine performance program.

In vehicles equipped with PDK, the Sport

button also selects more aggressive

shift points when in automatic mode.

Sportiness and Safety

The new 911 Carrera is fitted as

standard with 19-inch wheels,

which improve driving stability and

performance while enhancing the car’s

visual presence. Powerful braking is

provided by four-piston, aluminum

monobloc brakes with black calipers,

and optimized with ABS (Anti-lock

Brake System) and standard Porsche

Stability Management (PSM). In addition

to helping provide stabilty, PSM

improves braking response and braking

power in emergency conditions.

With its potent and efficient powertrain,

luxurious and purposeful interior,

and outstanding performance and

safety, the 911 Carrera delivers a

rare combination of driving passion

and everyday practicality.

The superlative form of Carrera.

Information Provided by:

The new 911 Carrera S.

The New 911 | The 911 Carrera S

One let ter can say quite a lot. For

Porsche, “S” designates the superlative

form of the 911 Carrera. In the new

Carrera S, track-ready performance

is taken to a new level through a host

of engine and chassis advancements.

Impressively, its improved power and

agility coexist with fuel efficiency.

400 Horsepower with Efficiency

The new Carrera S achieves 400

horsepower from a 3.8-liter boxer

engine. The engine benefits greatly

from Porsche’s ongoing development

of VarioCam Plus, which optimizes

power and torque at all engine

speeds, and Direct Fuel Injection

15 16

(DFI), which improves combustion.

A suite of innovations—including the

standard Auto Start Stop function, thermal

management, and electrical system

recuperation—provides even greater fuel

efficiency while freeing more power.

Commanding Acceleration

The new Carrera S accelerates from

0–60 mph in a breathtaking 4.3 seconds,

and achieves a top track speed of 188

mph. When equipped with the optional

PDK and Sport Chrono Package, it

sprints from 0–60 in just 3.9 seconds

.

Other Carrera S Sensations

Outstanding acceleration is just one

sensation that sets the Carrera S apart.

Visually, its standard 20-inch wheels make

a bold statement while also improving

stability. The resonant engine sound

is enhanced by two matched pairs of

brushed stainless steel tailpipes.

One also feels the superlative damping

control of Porsche Active Suspension

Management (PASM) and the increased

agility and steering precision of

Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV),

both standard in the Carrera S.

Shorter Braking Distance

For the first time, the new 911 Carrera S

features front brakes with six (rather

than four) pistons in a solid monobloc

red caliper, resulting in even shorter

braking distance.

The 911 Carrera S has always been a bold

expression of the 911 Carrera character.

In the new Carrera S, the performance

envelope has expanded to embrace

greater efficiency for a new century.

The future of the sports car

Information Provided by:

is wide open again.

The new 911 Carrera Cabriolet.

The New 911 | The 911 Carrera Cabriolet

Sometimes, the best option is to free

your mind and look at things from a

fresh perspective. Exploring your own

direction and setting new goals for the

future let you discover

This is the direction explored by the

new 911 Carrera Cabriolet. With a

re-engineered cabriolet top made of

lightweight materials and an integrated

fully electric wind deflector, top-

down driving reaches new heights.

17 18

new ideas.

An Advanced Design

Smooth and firm, light and robust,

the design of the new cabriolet top is

impressive in terms of both appearance

and construction. It is made from three

ultra-lightweight magnesium supporting

elements and is covered in fabric. This

saves weight and reduces unwanted

noise. What you can still hear is the

unadulterated sound of your 911.

The new wind deflector is fit ted

as standard and offers practically

wind-free driving and minimal wind

noise. Integrated directly behind the

rear seats, the wind deflector does

not consume any interior room or

cargo space when not deployed.

Operation could not be easier, and it

allows for quick and easy transition

from reduction in wind to passenger

utilization of the new rear seats. The

wind deflector folds out electrically in

just two seconds and remains operable

no matter how fast you drive your 911.

Open-Top Performance

The performance figures of the new

911 Carrera Cabriolet reflect the

ambitious goals achieved by our

engineers. The new downsized and rear-

mounted 3.4-liter flat-six engine delivers

350 horsepower at 7400 rpm and

enables a top track speed of 177 mph.

Bold exploration of new directions

the new Carrera 911 Cabriolet.

—

A top-down tradition continues.

Information Provided by:

The new 911 Carrera S Cabriolet.

The New 911 | The 911 Carrera S Cabriolet

Porsche has a long-standing tradition

of open-top models. It began back

in 1948 when the cabriolet variant

of the first 356 became a legend,

as did its descendant, the Porsche

550 Spyder. In 1982, the first 911

Carrera model in cabriolet form

was introduced to the road.

The Top-Down Performance Experience

Fresh air and unlimited driving pleasure.

The time has come to carry this

tradition on into the future. The new

911 Carrera S Cabriolet does just that.

19 20

Featuring a new 3.8-liter engine with

Direct Fuel Injection (DFI) and VarioCam

Plus, which produces

at 7400 rpm, the

Cabriolet, when equipped with PDK

and the Sport Chrono Package,

completes

mph in just

a top track speed of 185 mph.

the sprint from 0–60

4.1 seconds and reaches

400 horsepower

new 911 Carrera S

Forward-Thinking Design

Porsche Intelligent Performance has

combined lightweight materials with

re-engineered design to produce

these impressive performance

figures. The new 911 Carrera S

Cabriolet incorporates extensive

use of lightweight materials.

The new cabriolet top has

magnesium

a top that is light yet

robust. The top opens and

only 13 seconds and is operable

to a speed of 31 mph. With the top

closed, the car’s profile is optimized

for

explains

Wind noise is practically eliminated.

The new integrated, fully electric wind

deflector manipulates headwind to create

ideal conditions. Electrically powered and

installed directly behind the passenger

compartment, it provides effective

protection against air turbulence.

elements resulting in

aerodynamic performance, which

the low drag coefficient of 0.30.

integrated

extremely

closes in

up

Performance at a Glance

Twin tailpipes in stainless steel also

make a clear statement. The 20-inch

Carrera S wheels afford an unobstructed

glimpse of the brake calipers with

a red-painted finish. As you would

expect, the 911 Cabriolet offers a

high level of

features an automatically deploying

supplemental safety roll-bar system

as well as full-size airbags for the

driver and front passenger.

Without question, the new 911 Carrera S

Cabriolet has remained faithful

to the performance spirit of its

predecessors and is

legacy lives on in the 21st century.

occupant safety and

ensuring that the

efficient

wild

relaxed

superior

everyday

spontaneous

lively

intense

Performance

Information Provided by:

21 22

Efficiency meets power.

Information Provided by:

The 911 engines.

The New 911 | Engine

Efficiency is not only compatible with

performance—it is essential. From the

“Giant Killer” Porsche 550 of the late

1950s to the hybrid-powered 911 GT3 R

of the 2010s, our racing history is

replete with examples of Porsche

engineers squeezing more performance

from every drop of fuel and every

cubic centimeter of displacement.

The engines powering the new 911

models bring this discipline once again

to daily driving—not just reducing fuel

consumption, but delivering higher

output across the power band.

Building on Excellence

Our engineers analyzed an extensive

series of engine components to

discover the best solutions for improved

efficiency. This effort uncovered new

possibilities, including the rapid heating

of the engine and gearbox to reach

optimal efficiency sooner after start-

up, tuning of air induction to optimize

flow at all engine speeds, and Direct

Fuel Injection (DFI) refinements to

enhance combustion efficiency.

The New 3.4-Liter Engine

Each of the new engines begins with

a strong foundation, retaining a light-

alloy construction to reduce weight

while assuring structural rigidity for

durability. The 911 Carrera models

are equipped with a 3.4-liter boxer

engine that is more powerful than its

3.6-liter predecessor. Incorporating

Direct Fuel Injection (DFI) and VarioCam

Plus, it develops 350 horsepower at

7400 rpm and generates maximum

torque of 287 lb.-ft. at 5600 rpm.

Linked to the new seven-speed manual

gearbox, this new engine is capable of

launching the new 911 Carrera from

0–60 mph in 4.6 seconds and achieving

a top track speed of 179 mph. With

the optional Porsche Doppelkupplung

(PDK) gearbox and the Sport Chrono

Package, 0–60 mph can be reached

in just 4.2 seconds, while maximum

track speed is reached at 178 mph.

The new 911 Carrera Cabriolet has a

0–60 time of 4.8 seconds, and achieves

a top track speed of 177 mph. Add the

optional PDK and the Sport Chrono

Package, and 0–60 mph can be reached

in just 4.4 seconds, while maximum

track speed is reached at 176 mph.

The New 3.8-Liter Engine

The 911 Carrera S models are powered

by a 3.8-liter boxer engine with Direct

Fuel Injection (DFI) and VarioCam

Plus. It produces 400 horsepower at

7400 rpm, and a maximum torque of

325 Ib.-ft. is achieved at 5600 rpm.

The new 911 Carrera S with seven-

speed manual gearbox completes the

sprint from 0–60 mph in 4.3 seconds

and can reach a top track speed of

188 mph. With the optional Porsche

Doppelkupplung (PDK) gearbox and

the Sport Chrono Package, the figures

are 0–60 mph in 3.9 seconds and

a top track speed of 187 mph.

The new 911 Carrera S Cabriolet has a

0–60 time of 4.5 seconds and achieves

a top track speed of 187 mph. Add

the optional PDK and the Sport Chrono

Package, and 0–60 mph can be reached

in just 4.1 seconds, while maximum

track speed is reached at 185 mph.

408

381

354

326

299

272

245

218

190

Power (hp)

163

136

109

82

54

1000

408

381

354

326

299

272

245

218

190

Power (hp)

163

136

109

82

54

1000

1500

1500

339

350 hp

287 lb.-ft.

7500 80002000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5500 6000 6500 7000

325

310

295

280

266

251

236

221

207

192

177

162

148

Engine speed (rpm)

911 Carrera: 287 lb.- ft. a t 5600 rp m, 350 horsepower at 7400 rp m

325 lb.-ft.

400 hp

7500 80002000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5500 6000 6500 7000

339

325

310

295

280

266

251

236

221

207

192

177

162

148

Engine speed (rpm)

911 Carrera S: 325 lb.- ft. a t 5600 rp m, 400 horsepower at 7400

Torque (lb.-ft.)

Torque (lb.-ft.)

23 24

The New 911 | Engine

Information Provided by:

7

5

3

30

1. High -pressure pump

2. High-pressure injector

22

23

20

21

29

2

10

31

24 25

11

28

13

15

18

12

16

17

27

19

9

8

6

4

3. Ignition rod module

4. Camshaft controller

5. Valve-lift adjustment switch valve

6. Switch tapp et with integrated valve-cleara nce
compensation

7. Inta ke camshaft

8. Inta ke valves

9. Valve sp ring

10. Combustion cham ber wi th Alusil cylinder
liner surface

11. Forged aluminum piston

12. Forged connecting rod

13. Crankshaft

14. Water pump

15. Air-conditioning compressor

16. PDCC servo pump

17. Vi brat ion damper

18. Al ternator pu lley with freewheel

19. Hydra ulic belt tensioner

20. Resonance valve

21. Resonance distributor

22. Resonance valve actuator

23. In take ma nifold wit h integrated sound chamber

24. Electronically controlled throttle valve

25. Oil filter

26. Electronic map-controlled thermostat

27. Vacuum pump

28. Coolant jacket

29. Cra nkcase breather

30. Timing chain

31. Au to Start Sto p module

26

14

1

Engineered for human nature.

New fuel-saving technologies.

To be embraced by humanity, fuel-saving

technologies must embrace human

nature. The new 911 does exactly that,

answering our desire for exhilaration

and our need for efficiency—without

compromising either one.

Auto Start Stop Function

The Auto Start Stop function is standard

in the new 911 models. In the 911

equipped with manual transmission, the

engine switches off automatically when

you come to a stop, select Neutral,

and release the clutch pedal. In cars

equipped with the optional Porsche

Doppelkupplung (PDK) transmission,

pedal. All audio and communication

systems remain switched on and the

climate control continues to maintain

your selected temperature. The only

differences you will notice are the

silence at the rear and the fuel savings.

As soon as you engage the clutch

or release the brake, the engine will

restart instantly and smoothly.

The Auto Start Stop function may remain

inactive under certain circumstances—

for example, during extreme outside

temperatures, if the battery charge is

low, or if the Sport button is selected.

It is also possible to deactivate the

function manually using a separate

button on the center console.

Thermal Management

The new thermal management system

regulates the temperature in the engine

and gearbox through the intelligent

manipulation of heat flow. In this way,

the engine and gearbox reach their

optimal operating temperature sooner,

reducing fuel consumption through

increased combustion efficiency

and lubrication performance.

Electrical System Recuperation

The new 911 models are also equipped

as standard with fuel-saving electrical

system recuperation technology. The

vehicle battery is recharged by the

alternator, predominantly under

braking. Under acceleration on the

other hand, the power draw of the

alternator is limited to increase the

engine output available for driving.

The electrical systems are supplied

by the electrical energy stored

during the recharging process.

the engine switches off when you

Engine cross section: 3.8-liter boxer engine

stop and leave your foot on the brake

25 26

The New 911 | Engine

Information Provided by:

Advancing the art of internal combustion.

Efficiencies for the future.

The recipe for internal combustion—

air, fuel, spark—has never changed. But

through over 60 years of engineering

advancement, Porsche has turned this

simple recipe into a work of art by fine-

tuning the precise timing, volume, and

movement of these ingredients to suit

the full range of driving demands.

Direct Fuel Injection (DFI)

DFI delivers fuel directly into the

combustion chamber. Injected under

pressure, the atomized fuel has a cooling

effect that allows for a higher compression

ratio, resulting in greater power output.

In the new 911 engines, the spray

and cone angles of the new multi-hole

injectors have been further optimized for

torque, power output, fuel consumption,

emissions, and combustion efficiency.

Depending on conditions, DFI performs

up to three injection pulses per

combustion cycle. These multiple pulses

generate greater torque in the upper

load range, and faster heating of the

catalytic converters after a cold start.

VarioCam Plus

The VarioCam Plus system adjusts

valve timing and valve lift on the inlet

side to provide optimal performance

under different driving conditions. The

system differentiates between driver

inputs that typify normal, everyday

motoring and those that demand

maximum engine response. Based on

these factors, it adapts valve operation

to the prevailing conditions. This

results in smooth running, responsive

acceleration, extraordinary power on

demand, and efficient fuel consumption.

Integrated Dry-Sump Lubrication

Integrated dry-sump lubrication ensures

steady lubrication, even under severe

and prolonged cornering, braking, and

accelerating forces. An electronically

controlled oil pump supplies the

lubricating points inside the engine

as required. In this way, the engine

operates at peak efficiency even under

extreme high-performance driving

conditions. The oil tank is located in

the engine, thereby eliminating the

need for an external oil tank, which

saves both space and weight.

Air-Intake System

This system adjusts the volume of air

entering the engine to suit changes in

engine speed. It does so by cleverly fine-

tuning the air’s vibration as it passes

through the intake manifold. Benefits

include higher torque at low engine

speeds, a flatter torque curve, and a

sporty sound at higher revolutions. The

Carrera S operates a two-stage system.

The entire intake system is made from a

durable, lightweight synthetic material.

Exhaust System

The exhaust system of the new 911

models has been completely redesigned.

The stainless steel system comprises

two fully independent exhaust tracts.

Each is served by its own cataly tic

converter, engineered to heat up rapidly

for effective emissions reduction. A

twin-tube sport exhaust is available as

an option. With the touch of a button, it

produces an exhaust note with an even

more aggressive sporting character.

Single-tube tailpipe on the 911 Carrera

Twin-tube tailpipe on the 911 Carrera S

27 28

Twin tailpipe of the sp ort exha ust system

Seven speeds, no waiting.

Information Provided by:

Transmission.

The New 911 | Transmission

Seven-Speed Manual Transmission

You expect a Porsche transmission

to provide a choice of perfectly

spaced gear ratios. But seven

choices? That’s a first for Porsche,

and for the sports car segment.

A seven-speed manual may be

unprecedented, but its logic is

inarguable, especially after the proven

success of the 7-speed Porsche

Doppelkupplung (PDK). In this new

manual transmission (as with the

PDK), gears 1 through 6 have a sport

ratio, with top track speed reached in

sixth gear. The seventh gear provides

the driver with greater efficiency

and comfort for longer journeys.

29 30

A gear indicator in the tachometer

reminds you which gear has been

selected. In addition, an upshift indicator

in the instrument cluster helps actively

to conserve fuel. Thanks to the elevated

center console, the gear lever is within

easy reach for quick gear changes.

Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)

The 7-speed PDK is available as an

option for the new 911 models, giving

the driver the ability to enjoy driving in

either manual or automatic modes, with

significant performance and efficiency

benefits. This double-clutch transmission

has been further refined for the new

911, enabling fast gear changes in

milliseconds with no interruption in the

flow of power, improving acceleration

while reducing fuel consumption.

PDK has seven forward gears. Gears 1

to 6 have a sport ratio, and top speed

is reached in sixth gear. Seventh gear

has a long ratio and helps reduce

fuel consumption and engine noise

by reducing engine revolutions.

PDK is essentially two gearboxes in a

single unit: One gearbox contains the

odd gears (1, 3, 5, 7); the other contains

the even gears (2, 4, 6). Each gearbox

has its own clutch. During a gear

change, one clutch opens at the precise

moment the other closes. Gear changes

can therefore take place in an instant.

When the Sport button is engaged,

PDK is optimized for rapid shifts.

Choose the optional Sport Chrono

Package, and PDK is enhanced by

the Launch Control and motorsport-

derived gearshift strategy functions.

Coasting

A new fuel-saving capability of PDK

is its automatic coasting function.

At appropriate times, the engine is

decoupled from the transmission to

prevent engine braking and exploit the

car’s forward momentum. For example,

you may want to slow from 65 to 40 mph

due to a change in speed limit. As soon

as you release the accelerator pedal,

PDK opens the clutch that connects

to the current gear and you begin to

coast in Neutral until you have reached

your desired speed. The moment your

foot touches the accelerator or brake

pedal, PDK re-engages smoothly and

seamlessly in the appropriate gear. The

coasting function can also reduce fuel

consumption on downhill gradients that

are gentle enough for you to maintain

a constant speed. The coasting mode

makes a measurable impact on fuel

consumption without compromising

comfort or sporty performance.

The New 911 | Body and chassis

Information Provided by:

Added strength, reduced weight.

Body and chassis.

The car’s body and chassis are the

unsung heroes in vehicle dynamics.

Agile, predictable handling rests on the

car’s ability to let suspension, engine,

steering, and brakes do their job without

the body’s twisting. The challenge

is to achieve this strength without

adding weight—the shared enemy of

performance and fuel efficiency.

The new 911 fulfills these opposing

goals with its completely new bodyshell.

Torsional, or twisting, stiffness has

been increased up to 25 percent over

its already impressive predecessor.

Amazingly, this was achieved while

shedding up to 100 pounds (45 kg).

How is this done? Precise, innovative

techniques are used to combine

diverse metals, whose specific material

properties are applied exactly where

needed for optimal strength. Thin yet

extremely rigid sheets of steel form the

bodyshell. Aluminum and magnesium

are used extensively in areas such as

the roof, underbody, front end, doors,

and rear quarters, as well as in the

engine and luggage compartment lids.

Lightweight magnesium is also selected

for the cockpit support beam and, on

the Cabriolet models, the top frame.

This intelligent blend of materials

reduces the weight of the vehicle, which

brings a host of benefits: more precise

and predictable handling, improved

acceleration, lower braking demands,

and better fuel efficiency. Its excellent

vibration-damping characteristics also

improve driving comfort. Stability and

ride quality are further enhanced by the

3.9-inch (100mm) longer wheelbase.

Aluminum

Deep-drawn steels

Multiphase steels

Super h igh- stre ngth micro -alloyed steels

Boron-alloyed steels

Front and Rear Axles

The redesigned independent suspension

at the front features a lightweight

spring-strut axle with longitudinal and

transverse links and crossmembers

that have been refined for stiffness.

With this design, the front wheels

remain precisely located, providing

excellent directional stability, superior

handling, and reduced dive—or

pitching— under heavy braking. The new,

wider front track optimizes turn-in.

The rear axle is equipped with a

motorsport-derived multi-link suspension

and chassis subframe based on the

LSA concept (Lightweight, Stable,

Agile), which has been modified to

provide an even quieter ride. Refined

axle kinematics improves damping,

reducing acceleration squat and

increasing comfort. Lightweight spring

struts further enhance agility.

The high proportion of aluminum in the

axle assemblies reduces the weight

of the vehicle and of the unsprung

masses, helping to improve agility,

efficiency, and driver comfort.

Rear ax le of the 911 Carrera SFront axle of the 911 Carrera S

31 32

Open, flexible, independent.

Information Provided by:

A long-term relationship is in the air.

Cabriolet technology.

The New 911 | Cabriolet technology

Cabriolet Top

Our engineers have completely redesigned

the top for the 911 Carrera Cabriolet

models. The result is a flexible roof

comprising a glass rear window

and three individual and integral

cabriolet top elements, which are

manufactured from magnesium and

covered in fabric. This makes the

top highly robust and lightweight.

Another benefit of the new design is that

the top is smooth and firm. The fabric

remains taut and has elegant design

lines. Aerodynamic design produces

a low drag coefficient of just 0.30,

further feat

33 34

of Porsche engineering.

a

The rear window is made from

glass and is electrically heated and

scratch-resistant to provide excellent

rearward visibility. A rain channel on

the top carries away water to avoid

dripping when the doors are opened.

Electrically powered, the new top is

operated using a button on the center

console or via the key remote. It opens

or closes in approximately 13 seconds

and remains operable up to a speed of

31 mph. The concertina action ensures

optimal protection for the interior lining.

The interior top lining is made from a

heat-insulating and sound-absorbing

material. Consistent interior temperatures

and an effective suppression of wind

noise are the perceptible results.

Thankfully, however, even the top’s

soundproofing properties are no match

for the resonant Porsche sound.

The New 911 | Cabriolet technology

Information Provided by:

Electrically Powered Wind Deflector

Once again, our engineers have

explored new directions, this time

in the wind

Carrera Cabriolet

as standard with

powered wind deflector,

tunnel. The new 911

models are equipped

an electrically

which offers

practically wind-free driving and minimal

wind noise with the top down.

With the 911, installing and removing the

wind deflector is now a thing of the past

because it is integrated directly into

the body behind the rear seats. As a

result, it doesn’t take up any extra space

in the interior or luggage compartment,

and it is ready for use at all times.

For unrestricted top-down driving

pleasure,

the wind deflector extends or

retracts in approximately 2 seconds,

no matter how fast you are driving.

35 36

Electrically powered wind deflector

The New 911 | Body and chassis

Information Provided by:

Taking control to a new level.

Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM)

An even more advanced version of

PASM comes standard in the new 911

Carrera S models, and is available as an

option in the new 911 Carrera models.

This system actively and continuously

regulates damping forces according

to driving st yle and road conditions. In

addition, it allows for a 0.39-inch (10mm)

lower ride height, improving stability.

Sensors monitor body movements

generated by powerful acceleration,

braking, or uneven road surfaces.

The PASM control unit modifies the

damping force at each of the wheels

accordingly. In the new 911, the number

of sensors has been increased for

improved data acquisition and even

more efficient control interventions.

PASM has two modes, which can be

selected using a separate button on

the center console: “Normal,” which is

a blend of performance and comfort,

and “Sport,” with harder damping,

appropriate for high-performance driving.

When uneven roads are encountered

in Sport mode, PASM immediately

switches to a softer rating, improving

road contact. When the road surface

improves, PASM automatically reverts to

the original damping. If Normal mode is

selected and the driver’s style becomes

more assertive, PASM automatically

switches to a harder rating.

The results are tangible: increased

driving stability, enhanced roadholding,

and improved comfort.

PASM Sport Suspension

The new PASM sport suspension

is available as an option for both

coupe models, in conjunction

with 20-inch wheels and Porsche

Torque Vectoring (PTV) or Porsche

Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus).

The ride height is 0.79 of an inch (20 mm)

lower than the standard 911 Carrera

suspension, and 0.39 of an inch (10 mm)

lower than the PASM suspension. The

springs are harder and shorter, and the

anti-roll bars on the front and rear axles

are stiffer. Front spoiler lip and rear

spoiler control are revised to further

reduce lift at the front axle and

even provide downforce at the rear

axle. The improved aerodynamics

provide even better performance.

37 38

The New 911 | Body and chassis

Information Provided by:

Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control
(PDCC)

PDCC, a new option available on the

911 Carrera S models, is an active

anti-roll system that reduces lateral

body movement during cornering.

With this system, hydraulic stabilizing

actuators located at each wheel

actively optimize wheel camber, their

action moderated based on steering

angle and lateral acceleration.

The result is more stable lateral load

transfer, sharper turn-in, and improved

dynamic performance. PDCC is also

helpful in minimizing the car’s lateral

instability over uneven ground and

in emergency maneuvers requiring

sudden steering inputs. In simple

terms, the vehicle holds the road

better and you can steer through

corners faster and in a more relaxed

manner with greater ride comfort. In

this way, PDCC contributes to a new

benchmark in dynamic performance.

Porsche Stability Management (PSM)

The new 911 models feature enhanced

PSM as standard equipment. Sensors

within the car continuously monitor

direction, speed, yaw velocity, and lateral

acceleration. Using this information, PSM

is able to calculate the actual direction

of travel at any given moment. If the car

begins to oversteer or understeer, PSM

applies selective braking on individual

wheels to help restore stability. Under

acceleration on wet or low-grip road

surfaces, PSM improves traction

using the Automatic Brake Differential

(ABD), Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR), and

Engine Drag Torque Control (EDC).

In cars equipped with the optional Sport

Chrono Package, the driver can raise the

PSM activation threshold by selecting

the Sport Plus setting. For an even

more dynamic experience, the driver

can fully deactivate PSM. The system

is automatically reactivated only if the

driver brakes hard enough to require

ABS engagement at one of the front

wheels (or both front wheels, if the driver

has selected Sport Plus mode). ABS and

ABD, however, remain active at all times.

Electromechanical Power Steering

Research shows that a car drives in a

straight line 90 percent of the time.

That inspired Porsche to develop a

new electromechanical power-steering

system for the new 911. In place of a

conventional hydraulic steering pump,

which constantly demands a portion

of the engine’s power, this system

employs an electric motor that uses

energy only when the steering wheel

is actually turned. The absence of

hydraulic fluid also makes the system

more beneficial to the environment.

When twists and turns beckon, the

steering system has the classic Porsche

feel. It features a variable-steering ratio

and responds sensitively and directly,

providing the driver with the agility

and feedback customary in a 911.

Power Steering Plus

Power Steering Plus, the speed-sensitive

power-steering system, is available as

an option for the 911 Carrera models.

At high speeds, the steering is firm.

At low speeds, the steering ratio of

Power Steering Plus adjusts for much

easier maneuvering and parking.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)

This safety system sends warnings

to the onboard computer’s display

screen in the event of a gradual or

sudden loss of pressure. The individual

pressures in all four tires can be

displayed in the instrument cluster.

39 40

Rapid cornering in the 911 Carrera without PDCC (illustrative example) Rapid cornering in the 911 Carrera S with PDCC (illustrative example)

The New 911 | Body and chassis

Information Provided by:

Sport tuning at the touch of a button.

Additional performance systems.

New Sport Button

An exhilarating new feature is the

Sport button, now standard on the

new 911. The Sport button adjusts

the engine’s response to suit one’s

preferred driving st yle. Pressing the

Sport button changes the electronic

engine mapping so it engages a

sharper throt tle response. In vehicles

with Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK),

automatic upshifts take place at higher

rpm’s and downshifts happen sooner,

while PDK’s coasting mode and Auto

Start Stop function are deactivated. In

cars equipped with the optional sport

exhaust system, a more assertive

exhaust note is also activated. Turning

the Sport button off allows the driver

to adjust for a more leisurely driving

style with smoother throttle response.

Sport Chrono Package

The Sport Chrono Package is optional

in the new 911 models. With a touch of

the Sport Plus button, this integrated

system adjusts engine and transmission

for high-performance driving. In

addition, it includes a performance

display with both digital and analog

stopwatches, and the Sport Plus

button. An additional display in the

steering wheel and instrument cluster

indicates whether the Sport button and

Launch Control have been activated.

On activation of Sport Plus mode,

Porsche Active Suspension Management

(PASM) and, in the S models, the

optional Porsche Dynamic Chassis

Control (PDCC) switch to a firmer

damping setting for more direct

steering and better roadholding.

In Sport Plus mode, the trigger

threshold for PSM is raised. Agility is

perceptibly enhanced when braking

for corners with PSM, allowing for

sportier braking and exit acceleration.

For maximum dexterity, PSM can

be set to standby while the car is

still in Sport Plus mode. For safety,

it is set to intervene automatically

only when ABS assistance is

required on both front wheels.

In cars equipped with Porsche

Doppelkupplung (PDK), the selection

of Sport Plus adds two additional

high-performance functions ideal

for motorsports. The first is Launch

Control, which can be used on the

track or autocross course to achieve

the fastest possible standing start.

The second is a motorsport-derived

gearshift strategy: Shifting becomes

lightning-fast for maximum acceleration.

The Sport Chrono Package includes

a stopwatch mounted on the

dashboard. The driver can store and

evaluate lap times via the Porsche

Communication Management (PCM)

system. The display shows lap

distance, lap number, individual lap

times, and total driving time.

Dynamic Engine Mounts

Dynamic engine mounts are included in the

new Sport Chrono Package. Based on the

dynamic engine mounts formerly available

in 911 GT3 and 911 Turbo models, they

make a decisive contribution to dynamic

performance by controlling centrifugal forces.

The electronically controlled system

minimizes the oscillations and vibrations

of the entire drivetrain, especially the

engine. The engine is bolted to the body

by two mounts. Like any mass, it obeys

the law of inertia. This means that it will

continue moving in a uniformly straight

line unless some force causes it to change

direction. Dynamic engine mounts minimize

the centrifugal effect. Steering angle and

both longitudinal and lateral acceleration

are constantly recorded by sensors. The

stiffness and damping performance of the

engine mounts adapt to changes in driving

style and road surface conditions, which

is achieved by use of a fluid magnetized

in an electrically generated field.

This results in greater traction and

more stable handling under load change

conditions and in fast corners.

41 42

The New 911 | Body and chassis

Information Provided by:

Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) and
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus

PTV, in conjunction with the manual

transmission, or PTV Plus with Porsche

Doppelkupplung (PDK), are available as

options for the 911 Carrera models and

standard in the 911 Carrera S models.

Both systems actively enhance vehicle

dynamics and stability. Operating in

conjunction with a mechanical (PTV) or

electronic (PTV Plus) rear differential

lock, they work by braking the rear

wheels as the situation demands.

As a function of steering angle and

steering speed, accelerator pedal

position, yaw rate, and vehicle

speed, PTV and PTV Plus are able

to improve steering response and

steering precision by specific braking

of the right or left rear wheel.

To be more precise, this means that

when the car is driven assertively into

a corner, moderate brake pressure

is applied to the inside rear wheel.

Consequently, a greater amount of

power is distributed to the outside

rear wheel, inducing an additional

rotational pulse (yaw movement)

around the vehicle’s vertical axis. This

results in a direct and sporty steering

action as the car enters the corner.

At low and medium vehicle speeds,

PTV and PTV Plus increase agility and

steering precision. At high speeds and

when accelerating out of corners, the rear

differential lock ensures greater driving

stability. With PTV, the differential lock is

regulated mechanically. With PTV Plus, it

is regulated electronically and the torque

distribution is infinitely variable. Both

systems interact with Porsche Stability

Management (PSM) to improve driving

stability on a range of surface conditions.

For the driver, this means greater

stability, easier handling, and outstanding

traction, as well as greater agility,

precise steering, and stable load transfer

characteristics. What else? Unrivaled

driving pleasure at every twist and turn.

43 44

The New 911 | Body and chassis

Information Provided by:

An illuminating difference.

The new 911 lighting systems.

Headlights

Bi-Xenon™ headlights are standard on the

new 911 models. The lights illuminate the

road ahead more uniformly. Automatic

headlight activation is standard: As you

drive into the dark of evening, the daytime

running lights switch off and the low-

beam headlights switch on automatically.

When the vehicle ignition is shut off, the

headlights are shut off automatically.

The “Welcome Home” lighting

feature automatically switches on

the LED day time running lights for a

defined period whenever the vehicle

is unlocked or locked using the key

remote. The daytime running lights,

taillights, and, where applicable,

the courtesy lights remain on for

the time interval you pre-select.

Advanced LED technology

The restyled LED front light units

incorporate direction indicators, daytime

running lights, and position lights. Cutting-

edge LED technology is also used for

the taillights, the high-level third brake

light, the license-plate illumination, the

rear direction indicators, and the rear fog

light. LEDs provide better illumination and

respond more quickly to driver input.

Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)

The Porsche Dynamic Light System

(PDLS) with the headlight-cleaning

system is available as an option for

all models. Its dynamic cornering light

function swivels the headlight beam

toward the inside of a turn, based on

steering angle and road speed, providing

additional light where it’s needed.

The system also offers speed-

sensitive headlight range control. PDLS

automatically adjusts the low beam to

project to the appropriate range for your

driving speed. The short-range covers

most city traffic speeds. A mid-range

extends the beam further for moderate

speeds, such as on an open road. A

long-range engages at high speeds.

PDLS also includes an adverse weather

function, activated whenever the rear

fog light is switched on. It reduces the

effect of light reflection in poor-visibility

conditions, and minimizes reflection

bounce-back that may dazzle the driver.

Light Design Package

The optional light design package adds

practical and aesthetic appeal to your

911. It comprises dimmable LEDs in the

door panels, overhead console, footwells,

ignition lock, and rear compartment.

45 46

Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) head lights

Taillights and high-level third brake light

Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) corn ering light s

The New 911 | Safety

Information Provided by:

What’s faster than a 911 engine?

The 911 brake system.

Porsche sports cars are famous not

just for their brief sprint times, but

for their even more concise braking

distance. The braking systems in the

new Porsche 911 set the standard for

deceleration and stability, and give

the driver the reassurance needed

to push the car to the limits.

The 911 Carrera is fitted front and

rear with black anodized, four-

piston, aluminum monobloc fixed

calipers. All brake rotors have a

diameter of 13 inches (330 mm).

On the 911 Carrera S, the brakes

are differentiated not just by the red

calipers, but by larger brake rotors and

more brake pistons at the front wheels,

to cope with its increased engine power.

The new generation of brakes features

six-piston, aluminum monobloc fixed

brake calipers at the front and four-

piston, aluminum monobloc fixed calipers

at the rear. The brake disc diameter is

13.4 inches (340 mm) at the front and 13

inches (330 mm) at the rear. The results

are enhanced braking performance and a

reduction in stopping distance compared

with that of the previous model.

On all models, the brake calipers have

an enclosed monobloc construction.

This makes them tougher but lighter

and enables a more rapid engagement

and release of the brake, even under

extreme loads. The pedal travel is

short and the biting point precise. The

brake discs are cross-drilled for better

characteristics in wet conditions.

Also standard is the Anti-lock Brake

System (ABS), designed to keep

deceleration constant. Pedal effort

is reduced and braking response

improved by a newly developed

tandem vacuum brake booster. In the

S models, brake disc cooling is further

enhanced by modified air spoilers.

Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes
(PCCB)

The Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes

(PCCB) were developed to cope with

the harshest track requirements in mind

and are fitted in cars that compete in

demanding events such as the Porsche

Mobil 1 Supercup. They are now also

available as an option on the new 911

Carrera and 911 Carrera S models.

The cross-drilled PCCB ceramic

brake rotors for the new 911 have a

diameter of 13.8 inches (350 mm)

front and rear for even more

formidable braking performance.

The use of six-piston, aluminum monobloc

brake calipers on the front axle and

four-piston units at the rear (all finished

in yellow) imparts high and consistent

brake pressure. PCCB provides all the

ingredients for short stopping distance,

especially under the toughest road

and track conditions. Excellent fade

resistance allows consistent brake control

when slowing from track speeds.

The key advantage of PCCB is the

extremely low weight of the ceramic

brake rotors, which are 50 percent

lighter than standard rotors of similar

size and design. This represents a major

reduction in unsprung and rotating

masses. The consequence of this is

better roadholding and increased comfort,

particularly on uneven roads, as well as

greater agility and improved handling.

Keep in mind that the service life of

any brakes—even the most durable—

will be greatly reduced if used for

circuit racing, track days, or other

high-performance driving. As with

conventional high-performance braking

systems, Porsche recommends that all

PCCB components be professionally

inspected and serviced, as needed,

before and after every track event.

Standard brake system on the 911 Carrera

Standard brake system on the 911 Carrera S

Porsch e Ceram ic Composite Brakes

47 48

The New 911 | Safety

Information Provided by:

Electric Parking Brake

The new electric parking brake, which

you can activate and deactivate

manually, releases automatically as you

pull away. The hold function assists the

driver in making a comfortable, smooth,

and roll-free start on an incline. The

system automatically detects that the

vehicle has been braked to a halt on an

incline. Provided a gear is engaged, the

brake pressure is maintained at all four

wheels for approximately two seconds

once the brake pedal is released.

The vehicle is therefore temporarily

prevented from rolling backward.

This brake pressure is reduced once

sufficient revs have been generated by

the driver depressing the accelerator

pedal (or, in the case of manual

transmission, the accelerator pedal is

depressed and the clutch is released).

Airbags

The new 911 models offer advanced

airbag technology in the form of full-size

driver and front-passenger airbags, which

are inflated in two stages depending

on the severity and angle of impact

(for example, frontal or offset frontal).

In less serious accidents, the airbags

are only partially inflated, thereby

minimizing discomfort to the occupants.

Also included are knee airbags for

both the driver and passenger.

In addition to the central airbag control

unit on the transmission tunnel, two

impact sensors are located near

the headlights. This allows a crash

to be detected and evaluated.

Porsche Side Impact Protection
(POSIP) System

The 911 Carrera and 911 Carrera S

models are equipped as standard

with the Porsche Side Impact

Protection (POSIP) system.

It comprises side impact protection

elements in the doors and two airbags

on each side. An integral thorax airbag

is located in the seat backrests,

while the door panels each contain

an upward-inflating head airbag. Each

thorax airbag has a volume of 2.6

gallons (10 liters) and each head airbag

3.9 gallons (15 liters), to help provide

protection in the event of a side impact.

Cabriolet Rollover Protection

Despite their low weight, the 911 Carrera

Cabriolet models have exemplary

torsional rigidity and flexural strength.

Body flexing

the most poorly surfaced roads.

Increased protection is provided by

an automatically deploying rollover

protection system if the car were

to overturn.

automatically deploying supplemental

safety roll bars are neatly incorporated

behind the rear seats. The rollover

sensor continuously

pitch and roll, and contact

road, as well as lateral and longitudinal

forces. If the car were to overturn, the

automatically deploying supplemental

safety roll bars would be

is minimal, even on

Two spring-loaded,

monitors the car’s

with the

deployed.

49 50

discerning

tenacious

precise

controlled

balanced

intuitive

foresighted

uncompromising

Comfort

Information Provided by:

51 52

An interior focused on the driver, for drivers focused on the road.

Information Provided by:

Comfort.

The New 911 | Comfort

What makes the 911 interior so engaging?

It was designed that way. Every curve,

every plane, every control and information

system was developed to engage the

driver in the art of driving with maximum

enjoyment and minimal disruption.

colors, and natural leather are also

available. Further personalize your

911 by choosing optional Carbon

Fiber, Aluminum, or wood accents.

navigation system map, delivers various

warnings—including alerts from the Tire

Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)—

and reminds you of your selected

communication and audio settings.

Instruments

Leather provides more than lasting

elegance. It enhances tactile grip on

the steering-wheel rim, door handles,

and armrests—all standard—while the

standard leather seating surfaces help

keep the driver firmly in place. The Coupe

roof liner is finished in Alcantara®.

For greater personalization, the 911

offers a wide choice of interior colors.

Standard color choices include Black,

Platinum Grey, Luxor Beige, and Yachting

Blue. Two-tone combinations, special

53 54

The five-dial instrument array provides the

driver with vital information at a glance.

The tachometer is exactly where Ferry

Porsche intended it to be: at the center.

Now, in the first gauge to the right,

is a high-resolution, 4.6-inch TFT

color screen, where the driver can

quickly check information from the

onboard computer, such as speed,

trip mileage, journey time, or current

fuel consumption. It also displays the

Instruments in the 911 Carrera S with aluminum-colored tachometer

TFT display

The New 911 | Comfort

Information Provided by:

Sport Steering Wheel

In the 911, there is a point at which

all forces come together: the steering

wheel, the most important interface

between driver and sports car. This is

why a sport steering wheel is standard

in all 911 models. It features a high-

grip rim in Smooth-Finish Leather

and offers outstanding ergonomics.

It is also available in Carbon Fiber

or Mahogany. A full-size airbag is

integrated at the wheel’s center. For

optimal comfort, the steering wheel

adjusts for both height and reach.

Multifunction Steering Wheel

An optional multifunction steering

wheel provides four function buttons

and two thumbwheels for convenient

®

operation of audio, Bluetooth

phone and navigation functions, TFT

display, and onboard computer.

In conjunction with PDK, the steering

wheel is equipped with two ergonomic

gearshift switches, enabling you to

change gear directly from the steering

wheel. With the optional Sport Chrono

Package, the steering wheel also

features a display above the airbag

module to inform you whether the

Sport, Sport Plus, and Launch Control

functions have been activated.

SportDesign Steering Wheel

The optional SportDesign steering

wheel employs high-grip moldings and,

in conjunction with PDK, two gearshift

paddles. These are made from a strong

alloy and are ergonomically located

behind the left- and right-hand steering-

wheel spokes. Pull the right-hand paddle

and PDK shifts up. Pull the left-hand

paddle and PDK shifts down. When PDK

has been combined with the optional

Sport Chrono Package, the left- and

right-hand spokes additionally feature an

integrated display that tells you whether

the Sport, Sport Plus, and Launch

Control functions have been activated.

Steering Wheel Heating

For increased comfort on cold days,

steering wheel heating is available as

an option for the sport steering wheel

and multifunction steering wheel (only

in conjunction with seat heating).

55 56

Multifunction steering wheel in conjunction with PDK and Sport Chrono Package

Sport steeri ng wh eel

Spor tDesign steering w heel w ith gearshif t paddles

Sport Design steering wheel

The New 911 | Comfort

Information Provided by:

Sport Seats

Fitted as standard, the 911 has refined

sport seats that combine even greater

comfort with racing-style support and

now feature four-way power adjustment.

Sport Seats Plus

Available as an option are Sport Seats

Plus in leather, with electric seat-

height and backrest adjustment and

mechanical fore/aft adjustment. The

thigh and back side-bolsters have

firmer, sportier padding for even

better lateral support. The backrest

shell is finished in Silver Grey.

Power Sport Seats

The optional 14-way Power Sport

Seats with memory package offer

full power adjustment of the front

seats—including seat height, bottom

cushion and backrest angle, thigh-

support depth, four-way lumbar support,

and fore/aft position—as well as a

power-adjustable steering column.

The integrated memory system stores

the driver’s seating preferences,

as well as settings for the steering-

wheel position, outside mirrors,

lights, wipers, climate control, door

locks, PCM, and instrument cluster.

Adaptive Sport Seats Plus

The optional 18-way Adaptive Sport

Seats Plus are the ideal combination

of sport and comfort. Finished in

leather, they feature firmly padded

side bolsters and shoulder supports.

The driver memory function allows

storage of driver seating preferences,

as well as settings for the steering-

wheel position, outside mirrors,

lights, wipers, climate control, door

locks, PCM, and instrument cluster.

Offering 18-way electric adjustment,

the seats can be adjusted for seat

height, bottom cushion and backrest

angle, thigh-support depth, four-way

lumbar support, and fore/aft position.

Although not part of the memory

function, the thigh and back side-

bolsters are independently adjustable

for added comfort and precision

lateral support on winding roads.

The seat also features inflatable

side bolsters for bottom cushion

and backrest. The steering column

is also power-adjustable.

Seat Heating and Ventilation

Seat heating is available as an

option for the front seats. Seats

are heated in the bottom cushion,

backrest, and the side bolsters.

In conjunction with seat heating, Porsche

will equip the seats with seat ventilation

on request. A slipstream effect is

produced by active ventilation of the

perforated seat center and backrest and

by passive aeration at the side bolsters,

improving your comfort in hot weather.

Rear Seats

The rear seats are remarkably

comfortable for a sports car, and the

shelf behind offers additional storage

space. In the Coupes, the backrests

fold to of fer a generous 7.2 cubic feet

(205 liters) of luggage space in the

re a r. The Cabriolet models offer split-

folding rear seat backrests offering

5.4 cubic feet (155 liters ) of storage.

Child Seats

LATCH child seat preparation including

top tether is standard on the rear

seats. On request, your Authorized

Porsche dealer can equip the front-

passenger seat with LATCH child

seat preparation and integrate an

airbag deactivation feature.

57 58

Sport Seat Plus

Power Sport Seat

Adapt ive Sport Seat Plus

Rear seats

The New 911 | Comfort

Information Provided by:

Find your comfort zone.

Comfort and convenience features.

Climate Control

The new 911 features standard two-zone

automatic climate control, including

separate temperature controls for the

driver and front passenger, enhanced

ventilation, and three air-conditioning

modes: gentle, normal, and strong.

In addition to controlling temperature,

the system also enhances air qualit y.

An active carbon filter traps particles,

pollen, and odors, while an automatic

air-recirculation function monitors air

quality, reduces humidity, and switches

from fresh to recirculated air as required.

A defogger keeps the windows

clear in cold weather. In warmer

weather, a solar sensor detects

strong sunlight and automatically

compensates for the comfort of both

the driver and front passenger.

HomeLink®

The standard HomeLink® is integrated

into the overhead console. At the

push of a button, it controls up to

three different garage doors or gates,

lighting systems, or alarm systems.

ParkAssist

Rear ParkAssist (standard for the

Cabriolet models and optional on the

Coupes) features four sensors neatly

concealed in the rear bumper. When the

driver is backing the car, an intermittent

warning tone increases in rapidity as

a detected obstacle is approached.

An enhanced version of ParkAssist,

with an additional four sensors

concealed in the front bumper, is

available on request. The audible alert

is supplemented by a visual warning

in the central display screen, which

shows a graphical representation

of the vehicle from overhead.

Exterior Mirrors and Rearview Mirror

Power-adjustable exterior mirrors are

standard, and are distinguished in the

new 911 by their mounting point, located

on the doors for improved aerodynamics.

Electrically folding exterior mirrors

with courtesy lighting on both sides

of the vehicle are available as an

option. By illuminating the area in

front of the doors, they make it

easier to find your way in the dark.

An auto-dimming function for the

rearview mirror and exterior mirrors

is also available as an option.

Electric Tilt/Slide Sunroof

The optional electrically adjustable

tilt/slide sunroof for the Coupe

models features an all-new design

that opens outward, so that it

doesn’t sacrifice headroom.

Another advantage of the new design

is the much larger sunroof opening,

adding to the sensation of open-air

driving. The new two-position, net-

type wind deflector protects against

draft and minimizes wind noise.

Roof Transport System

Available as an option for the Coupe

models, the new aluminum Roof

Transport System is aerodynamically

efficient, very lightweight, and

easy to attach. A range of

attachments is available, such as

a roof box, a bike carrier, or a ski/

snowboard carrier. Maximum roof

load is 165 pounds (75 kg).

Luggage Compartment

The luggage compartment volume in the

new 911 models is 4.7 cubic feet (135

liters). The luggage compartment is fully

trimmed in scratch-resistant materials—

perfect for weekend adventures.

59 60

Power-adjustable exterior mirror

Electric tilt/slide sunroof

The New 911 | Comfort

Information Provided by:

Porsche Entry & Drive

With the optional Porsche Entry &

Drive, you can enter and drive without

removing your electronically coded key

from your pocket. As soon as you touch

the door handle or the Porsche Crest

on the luggage compartment lid, the

system checks the encrypted access

code embedded in your key. Once the

key is validated, the door or the luggage

compartment lid unlocks. The engine

can then be started and switched off

using the electronic ignition switch.

To lock the vehicle, you simply

press the button on the outside of

the door handle. Porsche Entry &

Drive then locks the vehicle and

activates the engine immobilizer.

Anti-Theft Protection

All 911 models are equipped with anti-

theft protection, which includes an

immobilizer with in-key transponder and

an alarm system with radar-based interior

surveillance. The system secures the

doors, luggage compartment, passenger

compartment, and ignition lock.

Stay well-connected.

Audio and communication.

Sound Package Plus

The new 911 is equipped with Sound

Package Plus as standard. With

its nine speakers and total power

output of 235 wat ts, it creates a

rich interior sound experience.

HD Radio Receiver

For the first time, an HD Radio receiver

is now available as an option on the

911. HD Radio technology provides

access to all of your favorite FM stations

plus a broad range of new digital

programming.* HD Radio also includes

advanced audio and data features that

enhance your listening experience.

61 62

*Please visit hdradio.com for stations and up-to-date information.

Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system

The New 911 | Comfort

Information Provided by:

SiriusXM Satellite Radio® Receiver

Only SiriusXM® brings you more of

what you love. The SiriusXM Satellite

Radio® receiver, available as an option

for all 911 models, includes a three-

month free trial period.* This service

provides over 130 channels coast

to coast, including commercial-free

music, plus the best sports, news,

talk, comedy, and entertainment.

Welcome to the world of satellite radio.

Sports and stocks, also provided

by SiriusXM®, give you customized

updates on your favorite teams

and stocks, so you can arrive at

your destination well-informed.

The optional NavTraffic® service,

available with SiriusXM®, enables PCM

to display continuously updated traffic

information in over 130 markets. Avoid

congestion before you reach it with

information on traffic speed, accidents,

construction, and road closings.

The optional SiriusXM® NavWeather®

service, available with SiriusXM®, allows

you to stay informed with driver-friendly

weather information on the PCM screen.

See storms and severe weather, keep

track of weather warnings, and see the

current conditions and 3-day forecasts.

Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) Including Navigation Module

The latest version of Porsche

Communication Management, PCM

3.1, is standard equipment on the

new 911. Powerful, multifunctional,

and easy to use, PCM is your

control center for audio, navigation,

and communication functions.

The main feature is the larger, more

intuitive seven-inch touchscreen.

Alternatively, you can choose to

operate PCM using conventional

rotary pushbutton controls. With a

maximum of five list items per page,

the screen display is very clearly

presented. A useful help function is

displayed at the foot of the screen.

Radio functions include up to 42

memory presets and an FM dual

tuner, which continuously scans in

the background for the best signal.

The DVD audio drive plays CDs and

audio DVDs and is MP3-compatible.

Audio playback of video DVDs is

also supported. A six-disc CD/

DVD changer integrated into PCM

is available as an option.

A navigation module with high-speed

hard drive is included with PCM. Route

guidance can be displayed in either 2-D

or 3-D perspective. In some regions,

topographical features and buildings

can be displayed in 3-D. Split-screen

mode enables you to view t wo functions

at once, such as the current navigation

map and a list of symbols that

represent the next driving instruction.

*SiriusXM Satellite Radio® requi res a subscription, sold sep arately af ter any trial included with vehicle pu rchase

or lease. If you d ecide to continu e your S iriu sXM® service at t he en d of your subscription,

service will au toma tica lly renew and bil l until you ca ll Sir iusX M® at 1-866-635 -2349 to
cancel. See SiriusXM® Custo mer Ag reeme nt for co mple te terms at ww w.siri usxm.c om. Sat ellite

serv ice available only to those at least 18 and older in the 48 con tiguous Uni ted St ates and D.C.
Sirius, XM, an d all rel ated ma rks and logos are t rademarks of SiriusXM Satelli te Radi o® Inc.

63 64

Porsche Communication Management (PCM) including navigation module

The New 911 | Comfort

Information Provided by:

Bluetooth® Hands-Free

A standard Bluetooth® interface lets

you connect your Bluetooth®-enabled

mobile phone to the PCM with Hands-

Free Profile (HFP), allowing you to

receive and place calls. Basic functions

can be controlled via PCM or the

optional multifunction steering wheel.

Universal Audio Interface

In conjunction with PCM, you can

access content from your iPod® or

any other compatible USB device.

The USB port, safely located inside

the glove compartment, can also

recharge your audio device. You can

control your iPod® or USB device

conveniently and safely using PCM,

the optional multifunction steering

wheel, or the optional voice-control

system. The USB port is also useful

for downloading information from the

onboard computer, such as performance

data from the Sport Chrono Package

or the optional electronic logbook.

Voice-Control System

Audio options, route guidance, phone

calls, and many other PCM functions

can all be controlled using the optional

voice-control system. In most cases,

you simply say the name of the menu

item as seen on the screen. Even lists

can be browsed by voice command.

For added convenience, there is

no need to “train” the system.

Electronic Logbook

An electronic logbook is available

for PCM as an option. It enables

automatic logging on every journey of

mileage, route distance, date, time,

starting location, and destination.

Data can be downloaded to a USB

device and evaluated on your home

PC using the software supplied.

65 66

Universal audio interface

The New 911 | Comfort

Information Provided by:

Bose® Surround Sound System

The optional Bose® Surround

Sound System was specially

developed and tuned to the interior

acoustics of the new 911.

With 445 watts of total output, it

comprises eight amplifier channels,

12 loudspeakers, and a patented

integral 200-wat t active subwoofer.

The combined effect is a balanced

acoustic pattern that transforms your

911 into a fast-moving concert hall.

The DVD audio playback capability of

Porsche Communication Management

®

(PCM) enables the Bose

System to make full use of the impressive

sound spectrum of 5.1 digital recordings.

Of course, you can still play other

audio sources, such as CDs and MP3s,

in stereo or, at the push of a button,

in one of the virtual surround modes

generated by Bose

The Bose®-patented AudioPilot® Noise

Compensation Technology uses a

microphone to continuously measure

Surround Sound

®

Centerpoint® 2.

the ambient noise inside the vehicle and

adapt music playback automatically,

resulting in consistent sound quality

across changing driving conditions.

®

With the Bose

Surround Sound

System, you’ll enjoy balanced, faithfully

reproduced sound and a captivating

360-degree acoustic experience.

Burmester® High-End Surround
Sound System

Burmester®, one of the most

respected manufacturers of high-

end audio equipment worldwide,

®

has developed the Burmester

End Surround Sound System as the

ultimate audiophile experience for

the 911, available for the first time

in the new Carrera and Carrera S.

The technologies behind the system

are based on the finest premium home

audio systems Burmester® has to

offer. The system owes its eminence

to countless details, and one goal:

perfection in sound. The system has 12

amplifier channels with a total output of

821 watts, 12 loudspeakers including

an active subwoofer with 300-watt

Class D amplifier, a total diaphragm

surface area of more than 207 square

inches (1,340 cm²), and a frequency

response of 35 Hz to 20 kHz.

Burmester

®

has introduced the patented

integral subwoofer, which replaces

the familiar separate subwoofer and

loudspeaker arrangement of other systems.

High-

This saves weight and has a beneficial

impact on acoustic performance.

Crossover technology has been

carried over from the home audio

sector. Analog and digital filters have

been optimally defined for their new

installation locations and finely tuned

after extensive in-car audio testing.

The tweeters are ribbon-based Air Motion

Transformers (AMT) that have been

designed specifically for the 911, resulting

in unmistakably fine, clear, and undistorted

high-frequency sound reproduction with

excellent level stability. All loudspeaker

housings are perfectly matched and

deliver superior bass foundation,

definition, and impulse accuracy. This

results in a natural and richly textured

spatial sound, even at top volume.

67 68

spirited

inventive

realistic

unconventional

agile

Intelligent

Performance

Information Provided by:

optimistic

70 69

The New 911 | Motorsport

Information Provided by:

It’s not a race to the finish.

It’s a race to the future.

Motorsports.

Why has Porsche devoted so much effort

to motorsports over the past 60 years?

Despite our storied past, our purpose is

not to make history—it is to shape the

future. In a lifetime of competition, we

have renewed, time and again, man’s

understanding of what is possible in an

automobile. It is this perpetual racing

development that has kept Porsche

cars at the vanguard of innovation.

Today, we remain steadfast in our

commitment to motorsports as the

ultimate R&D laboratory, even as

we pursue the quest for sustainable

transportation. Driven by racing’s

culture of speed and urgency,

we have already achieved novel

solutions with promising results.

911 GT3 R Hybrid

May 15, 2010—For the first time, a

hybrid-powered Porsche is entered in

the grueling 24 Hours of Nürburgring.

The 911 GT3 R Hybrid features an

electrically powered front drive, with

two electric motors supplementing

the 480-hp, 6-cylinder boxer engine

that drives the rear axle. Instead of

heavy batteries, the electric motors

are powered by a generator flywheel.

When the driver applies the brakes, the

electric motors act as generators that

spin the flywheel at up to 40000 rpm.

As the driver exits the turn, the power

stored in the flywheel can be tapped

for an extra burst of acceleration.

Powered by these innovations, the

911 GT3 R Hybrid led the field for

22 hours and 15 minutes. An engine

failure unrelated to the unconventional

electrical system forced its retirement.

But Porsche came away with something

more valuable than a trophy: evidence

that the most efficient car in the field

could also be the fastest. Within a

few months, the 911 GT3 R Hybrid

proved that theory outright with its first

endurance racing win at the International

Le Mans Racing Cup in Zhuhai, China,

put in electrifying performances

and

at

Nürburgring in 2011 and Daytona.

So begins a new era of

Intelligent Performance.

918 RSR Race Lab

January 10, 2011—Porsche takes its

hybrid technology to the next level in

the 918 RSR, unveiled at the North

American International Auto Show. The

RSR is powered by a 563-hp V8 engine

driving the rear wheels, with dual electric

motors driving the front. Power to the

electric motors is provided by a flywheel

system that boosts the total power to

767 horsepower for acceleration bursts

of up to eight seconds. The 918 RSR is

certain to open a new, more efficient

chapter for world-class super cars.

Porsche Sport Driving School (PSDS)

At the Porsche Sport Driving School,

students enjoy more track time than at

any other North American school. You’ll

be piloting many of the newest Porsche

models, including the 911 Carrera S,

Boxster S, Cayman S, Cayenne S,

and the incomparable 911 Turbo.

For experienced drivers, the GT3 Cup

Experience is the most advanced

manufacturer driving curriculum available

in North America. Students will pilot the

911 GT3, 911 Turbo, and GT3 Cup Car in

a course centered around track time.

PSDS is located at Barber Motorsports

Park—one of the newest and most exciting

tracks in the country. With 2.38 miles, 16

turns, and over 80 feet of elevation change,

the circuit is exciting and challenging.

The Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf

Resort & Spa is the host hotel for the

Porsche Sport Driving School. A luxury

hotel surrounded by the natural beauty

and lush landscape of a Robert Trent

Jones championship golf course.

Novice or veteran, you’ll come away

with a greater appreciation for your

Porsche and a powerful addiction

to high-performance driving.

For more information, visit

porschedriving.com.

71 72

Porsche Sport Driving School—GT3 Cup Experience

Earth is a beautiful place to drive.

Information Provided by:

The 911 helps to keep it that way.

Porsche and the environment.

The New 911 | Environment

In a racing series, every competitor

reads the same rulebook—which is why

so many arrive at similar solutions. At

Porsche, we realized long ago that the

best way to beat the competition was by

thinking and doing the unconventional.

Our approach to the environment

is no different. We share with other

carmakers the concern with global

climate change and CO2 emissions.

But we bring novel solutions that not

only reduce environmental impact,

but enhance overall performance. We

call this Intelligent Performance.

73 74

Through its application, Porsche has

managed to reduce fuel consumption

in every model range, when compared

to their predecessors. At the same

time, we’ve improved acceleration

and responsiveness, to make

performance vehicles that are better

for the environment and the driver.

This is achieved through a disciplined

approach to every vehicle system.

With its aerodynamic shape, lightweight

composite construction, and a

powerful and efficient engine, the

new 911 demonstrates the beauty

of Intelligent Performance.

Servicing and Warranty

Long service intervals are not only more

convenient—they also reduce ownership

costs. They promote a more sparing use

of consumables and replacement parts,

which for you, lowers costs and saves

time. Perhaps the greatest benefit,

however, is for the environment.

Additionally, Porsche Cars North America

offers Service and Maintenance

packages. Please see your Authorized

Porsche dealer for more information.

As standard, Porsche provides a limited

4-year/50,000-mile warranty, which

includes a limited 12-year anti-corrosion

warranty. You will also receive Porsche

Roadside Assistance for the duration of

the warranty.

nonconformist

determined

mature

genuine

Personalization

clear

direct

subtle

perfectionist

Information Provided by:

75 76

The final ingredient in a truly exclusive sports car: you.

Information Provided by:

Personalization options.

The New 911 | Personalization

The standard specification of the

new 911 Carrera models may be

second to none, but Porsche still

gives you the opportunity to make it

unmistakably yours. There are many

ways to make your 911 Carrera or

911 Carrera S a true exclusive.

Porsche Options

One way to personalize your 911 is

with a variety of exterior and interior

options detailed in the following

pages. See your Authorized Porsche

dealer for more information.

77 78

Porsche Exclusive

Each 911 that rolls out of the factory

is different from the last, thanks to

the creativity of our customers and

the Porsche workers who love to

accommodate their wishes. Explore

the possibilities of Porsche Exclusive,

our legendary factory customization

program, with your Porsche dealer.

Porsche Tequipment

To appreciate the full range of

options, consider Porsche Tequipment

innovative accessories, available

exclusively through your Porsche

dealer. Your dealer will be happy

to advise you and inspire you with

ideas in the Tequipment catalog.

Solid exterior colors.*

Information Provided by:

Metallic exterior colors.** Special exterior colors.**

Carrara W hite

Raci ng Yell ow

Gu a rds Red

Black

Platinum Silver Metallic

Aqua Blue Metallic

Dark Blue Metallic

Ruby Red Metallic

Anthracite Brown Metallic

Agate Grey Metallic

Basalt Black Metallic

Cabriolet top colors.

GT Silver Metallic

Lime Gold Metallic

Cognac Metallic

*Standar d.
** Optional.

79 80

Red Brown Blue Black

Standard interior.

Information Provided by:

With partial leather seats.
With leather front seats.
With leather seats.
Leather interior.

Roof liner.

1

Carpet.

Floor mats.

Leather interior.
Special colors.
Two-tone color combination.

Roof liner.

1

Carpet.

Floor mats.

Natural leather interior.

1

Leather/soft-touch paint
in interior color.

Roof liner.

1

Carpet.

Floor mats.

Black

Platinum Grey

Luxor Beige

Yachting Blue

81 82

Black

Platinum Grey

Luxor Beige

Black

Black Black

Platinum Grey

Luxor Beige Luxor Beige

Yachting Blue

Platinum Grey

Yachting Blue

Agate Grey

Agate Grey and Pebble Grey

Black and Platinum Grey

Agate Grey

Agate Grey

Black

Agate Grey

Pebble Grey

Platinum Grey

Agate Grey

Agate Grey

Black

1

Roof liner in Alcantara.

Esp resso

Carrera Red

Esp resso

Black

Esp resso Espresso

Carrera Red Carrera Red

Option Package Page

Information Provided by:

Bi-Xe non™ headligh ts with Porsche Dynamic L ight System (P DLS)

Building Your Porsche Dream Efficiently

Now we’re offering select options

as part of a series of packages.

The Porsche Option Packages: our most

popular options, grouped to offer you

more Porsche, more efficiently than ever.

Our Option Packages make it easier to

personalize your Porsche in the most

efficient manner and at a better cost

to you, making it easier to build that

Porsche you have always dreamed of.

Option Package Page

A few indulgences that increase your driving pleasure.

Premium Package

Auto-dimming mirrors
Power Sport Seats (14-way)
Bi-Xenon™ headlights with Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)
Seat heating, front

Premium Package Plus. Includes all of the Premium Package and adds—
Light design package
Porsche Entry & Drive
Ventilated seats

59
57
45
58

46
61
58

Choices that blend sport and comfort.

Premium Package (with Adapti ve Sport Seats Plus)

Auto-dimming mirrors
Adaptive Sport Seats Plus (18-way)
Bi-Xenon™ headlights with Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)
Seat heating, front

59
57
45
58

Premium Package Plus (wit h Adaptive Spor t Seats Plus). Includes all of the
Premium Package (with Adaptive Sport Seats) and adds—
Light design package
Porsche Entry & Drive
Ventilated seats

46
61
58

Option Packages Pag e

Bring advanced audio and information features to the cockpit of your 911.

Bose® Audio Package

Bose
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
HD Radio
Six-disc CD/DVD changer

Burmester

Burmester
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
HD Radio
Six-disc CD/DVD changer

®

Surround Sound System

®

receiver

®

Audio Package

®

High-End Surround Sound System

®

receiver

®

receiver

®

receiver

67
63
62
63

68
63
62
63

®

Bose

Surround Sound System

83 84

ParkAssist, rear

The vehicles illustrated in th e chapter on personalization may include additional opt ions not feat ured in this cat alog.
For information on these options, please consult your Authorized Porsche dealer.

Burmester

®

Audio Package

Product

Information Provided by:

911 C a r r e r a

Page

911 C a r r e r a S

911 Carrera Cabriolet

911 Carrera S Cabriolet

Product

911 C a r r e r a

911 C a r r e r a S

Page

911 Carrera Cabriolet

911 Carrera S Cabriolet

Window trim in high-gloss Aluminum

Exterior.

Metallic paint

Special colors

Exterior color to sample

Auto-dimming mirrors

Electric tilt/slide sunroof

Deletion of model designation

ParkAssist (rear)

Rear wiper

Roof Transport System

Electrically folding exterior mirrors including courtesy lighting

Window trim in high-gloss Aluminum

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

– –

• •

♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

• • • •

– –

• •

– –

• •

• • • •

– –

• •

79–80

80

59

60

59

60

59

Engine, transmission, and chassis.

Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK, 7-speed)

Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB)

Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM)

PASM sport suspension (20 mm lower) only in conjunction with
PTV/PTV Plus and 20-inch wheels

Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) with mechanically locking rear differential
in conjunction with manual gearbox

Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PT V Plus) with electronically locking rear differential
in conjunction with optional PDK

Sport Chrono Package

Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)

Sport exhaust system

Power Steering Plus

Wheels.

20-inch Carrera S wheels

20- inch SportDesign wheels

20-inch Carrera Classic wheels

Wheel centers with f ull -color Porsche Crest

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

– – – –

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

–

•–•

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

29

47

37

38

43

43

41

39

41

40

86

86

86

20-inch Carerra S wheel

Porsch e Ceram ic Composite Brake (P CCB)

20-inch SportDesign wheel

85 86

Rear wiper

The vehicles illustrated in th e chapter on personalization may include additional opt ions not feat ured in this cat alog.
For information on these options, please consult your Authorized Porsche dealer.

– not available extra-cost option

standard equipment ♦ available at no extra cost

•

20-inch Carrera Classic wheel

Product

Information Provided by:

911 C a r r e r a

911 C a r r e r a S

Page

911 Carrera Cabriolet

911 Carrera S Cabriolet

Product

911 C a r r e r a

911 C a r r e r a S

Page

911 Carrera Cabriolet

911 Carrera S Cabriolet

Sport Seat Plus

Interior.

Sport Seats Plus

Adaptive Sport Seats Plus (18-way) with memory package including
steering- column adjustment

Seat heating, front

Steering-wheel heating (only in conjunction with seat heating, front)

Seat ventilation (only in conjunction with seat heating, front)

Fire extinguisher

Rev counter dial face in black

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

•♦•

Interior: leather.

57

57

58

56

58

♦

Multifunction steering wheel

SportDesign steering wheel

Leather seats

Leather interior package in standard color

Leather interior package in special color

Leather interior package in two-tone combination

Leather interior package in natural leather

Leather interior in color to sample

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

55

56

81

81

Leath er interi or package in Luxor Beige

Audio and communication options.

HD Radio® receiver

SiriusXM Satellite Radio

®

Audio Package

Bose

®

Burmester

Audio Package

®

receiver

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

• • • •

62

63

67

68

Adapt ive Sport Seat Plus

87 88

– not available extra-cost option

standard equipment ♦ available at no extra cost

•

Leather interior package in two-tone combination of Black and Platinum Grey

Panorama

Information Provided by:

Porsche Tourist Delivery

Imagine touring the original factory and

then being handed the keys for an even

more gratifying opportunity: touring

Europe in your brand new Porsche. What

happens next is up to you. Contact your

local Porsche dealer for more information.

Porsche Roadside Assistance

Your ownership experience is enhanced

with complimentary enrollment in the

Porsche 24-Hour Roadside Assistance

program. It includes coverage 24

hours a day, 365 days a year, for the

duration of your warranty. Contact

your Porsche dealer for specifics.

Porsche Financial Services

Competitive, convenient, and

carefully crafted financing options

can be customized to meet your

needs. Ask your certified Porsche

Sales Consultant for details.

Porsche Approved Pre-Owned

A meticulous 111-point inspection, a

2-year or 50,000-mile limited warranty,

and 24-Hour Roadside Assistance make

this program one of a kind. Contact

your Porsche dealer for details.

Porsche Classic

Your specialist source for genuine

Porsche parts and technical

documentation, as well as servicing,

repair, and restoration for all types of

Porsche classics. For more information,

visit porscheusa.com/classic.

Christophorus

Our bimonthly magazine for Porsche

owners is packed with news, articles,

and exclusive interviews covering

every aspect of Porsche automobiles

and the Porsche lifest yle.

Porsche Museum

More than 80 vehicles are waiting to

take you back through every stage

of Porsche history. They include

such icons as the 356, 911, and

917, and many other special exhibits

presented in an atmosphere you

can’t experience anywhere else.

Porsche Exclusive

Realize your vision of the perfect

Porsche with our factory customization

program. From styling enhancements to

performance upgrades, all modifications

are uniquely handcrafted for your Porsche.

89 90

Porsche Tequipment

Personalize your Porsche at any time

after purchase with the Tequipment

range of approved accessories.

Designed exclusively for your Porsche,

every product is fully guaranteed.

Porsche Design Driver’s Selection

Our distinctive collection of clothing

and accessories combines timeless

elegance with unmistakable quality.

Visit your local Porsche dealer or shop

online at porscheusa.com/shop.

Porsche Travel Club

Exclusive driving holidays and incentive

ideas combining luxury and adventure,

worldwide. To find out more, contact us

by e-mail at [e-mail].

Porsche Sport Driving School

Develop your skill and explore your

Porsche with the Porsche Sport Driving

School. Learn firsthand from famed

Porsche Racing drivers while they teach

you at a world-class racing facility. Visit

porschedriving.com for more information.

Porsche Clubs

With more than 120,000 members

worldwide in 60 countries, know

you are not alone in your passion

for Porsche. Learn more about

the brand and meet other Porsche

enthusiasts just like yourself. Visit

porscheusa. com for more information.

Porsche Online

Explore the world of Porsche at

porscheusa.com. News, information,

and videos are at your fingertips. Even

create a car as individual as you are with

the online Porsche Car Configurator.

Follow us on:

fascinating

functional

Specifications

agile

Dr. Ing.

traditional

visionary

practical

formal

Information Provided by:

91 92

Technical data.

Information Provided by:

911 Carrera/911 Carrera Cabriolet 911 Carrera S/ 911 Carrera S Cabriolet

Engine

Cylin ders 6 6

Displacement 3.4 liters 3.8 liters

Max. power (DIN)
at rpm

Max. torque
at rpm

Compression ratio 12.5 : 1 12.5 : 1

Transmission

Layout Rear-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive

Manual gearbox 7-speed 7-speed

PDK (optional) 7-speed 7-speed

Chassis

Front axle MacPherson strut suspension MacPherson strut suspension

Rear a xle LSA multi-link suspension LSA multi-link suspension

Steering Variable-steering ratio, power-assist (electromechanical) Variable -steering ratio, power-assist (electromechanical)

Turning circle 36.4 ft. 36.4 ft.

Brakes Four-piston, aluminum monobloc fixed calipers front and rear;

Vehicle stabilit y system Enhanced PSM

Anti -lock Brake System ABS 8.0 ABS 8.0

Standard wheels Front: 8.5J x 19; Rear: 11J x 19 Front: 8.5J x 20; Rear: 11J x 20

Standard tires Front: 235/40 ZR 19; Rear: 285/35 ZR 19 Front: 245/35 ZR 20; Rear: 295/30 ZR 20

350 hp
740 0

287 lb.-f t.
5600

discs internally vented and cross-drilled

(with ABS 8.0)

400 hp
740 0

325 lb.-f t.
5600

Six-piston, aluminum monobloc fixed calipers at front;
four-piston, aluminum monobloc fixed calipers at rear;
discs internally vented and cross-drilled

Enhanced PSM
(with ABS 8.0)

911 C ar r e r a 911 Carrera Cabriolet 911 C ar r e r a S 911 Carrera S Cabriolet

Weights

Curb weight 3,042 lb. 3,086 lb. 3,197 lb. 3,241 lb. 3,075 lb. 3,120 lb. 3,230 lb. 3,274 lb.

Manual PDK Manual PDK Manual PDK Manual PDK

Performance

Top speed (mph) 179 mph 178 mph 177 mph 176 mph 188 mph 187 mph 187 mph 185 mph

Acceleration 0–60 mph 4.6 secs 4.4 secs 4.8 secs 4.6 secs 4.3 secs 4.1 secs 4.5 secs 4.3 secs

Sport Chrono Package (with PDK) 0–60 mph – 4.2 secs – 4.4 secs – 3.9 secs – 4.1 secs

Acceleration 0–100 mph 10.4 secs 10.0 secs 10.8 secs 10.4 secs 9.4 secs 9.0 secs 9.8 secs 9.4 secs

Sport Chrono Package (with PDK) 0–100 mph – 9.7 secs – 10.1 secs – 8.7 secs – 9.1 secs

Fuel consumption

City (mpg) 19 20 19 20 19 20 19 19

Highway (mpg) 27 28 27 28 27 27 27 27

Combined (mpg) 22 23 22 23 22 22 22 22

Dimensions/aerodynamics

Length 176.8 in. (4,491 mm) 176.8 in. (4,491 mm) 176.8 in. (4,491 mm) 176.8 in. (4,491 mm)

Width (without door mirrors) 71.2 in. (1,808 mm) 71.2 in. (1,808 mm) 71.2 in. (1,808 mm) 71.2 in. (1,808 mm)

Height 51.3 in. (1,303 mm) 51.1 in. (1,303 mm) 51.0 in. (1,295 mm) 50.9 in. (1,295 mm)

Wheelbase 96.5 in. (2,450 mm) 96.5 in. (2,450 mm) 96.5 in. (2,450 mm) 96.5 in. (2,450 mm)

Luggage compartment volume 4.76 cu. ft. (135 liters) 4.76 cu. ft. (135 liters) 4.76 cu. ft. (135 liters) 4.76 cu. ft. (135 liters)

Tank capacity (refill volume) 16.9 gal. 16.9 gal. 16.9 gal. 16.9 gal.

Drag coefficient 0.29 0.30 0.29 0.30

93 94

Index

Information Provided by:

Index

A

Airbags 50

Anti-theft protection 61

Audio interface, universal 65

Auto Start Stop function 26

B

Bi-Xenon™ headlights 7, 45

Bose® Surround Sound System 67

Br ake s 47–49

®

Burmester

System 68

High-End Surround Sound

C

Chassis 31–32

Child seats 58

Climate control 59

Coasting 30

Colors 79–82

Comfort 53

D

Direct Fuel Injection (DFI) 27

Dry-sump lubrication, integrated 28

Dynamic engine mounts 42

E

Electrical system recuperation 26

Engines 23–28

Environment 73

Exhaust system 28

Exterior mirrors and rearview mirror 59

F

Front axle 32

H

HomeLink®

(programmable garage door opener) 59

I

Instruments 53

L

Light design package 46

Lights 45–46

Logbook, electronic 65

Luggage compartment 60

M

Manual transmission 29

Motorsports 71–72

P

Panorama 89–94

ParkAssist 59

Parking brake, electric 49

Performance display 41

Personalization 76–88

Porsche Active Suspension

Management (PASM) 37–38

Porsche Ceramic Composite

Brakes (PCCB) 47

Porsche Communication

Management (PCM) 63

Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) 29–30

Porsche Dynamic Chassis

Control (PDCC) 39

Porsche Dynamic Light

System (PDLS) 46

Porsche Entry & Drive 61

Porsche Side Impact

Protection (POSIP) system 50

Porsche Stability

Management (PSM) 39

Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) 43–44

Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus

(PTV Plus) 43–44

Power steering 39–40

Power Steering Plus 40

R

Rear axle 32

Rear differential lock 43

Roof Transport System 60

S

Sa fety 47–50

Seat heating 58

Seats 57–58

Seat ventilation 58

Sound Package Plus 62

Sport button 13, 41

Sport Chrono Package 41

Sport exhaust system 41

Sport Plus button 41

Sport steering wheel 55

Sport suspension 38

Steering 39–40

Steering wheels 55–56

Sunroof, electric tilt/slide 60

T

T

Technical data 93–94

Technical data 93–94

TFT display 53

TFT display 53

Thermal management 26

Thermal management 26

Transmission 29–30

Transmission 29–30

V

V

VarioCam Plus system 28

VarioCam Plus system 28

Voice-control system 65

Voice-control system 65

W

W

Warranty 73

Warranty 73

“Welcome Home” lighting 45

“Welcome Home” lighting 45

Wheels 8, 13, 16, 86

Wheels 8, 13, 16, 86

96 95