Porsche 911 Carrera 4S/911 Carrera Cabriolet 4S/911 Targa 4S

AWD boasts high traction performance

Approximately half of customers who purchased the S version of the 911 chose the AWD version, which significantly improved driving pleasure compared to the previous model.

The new Porsche 911 Carrera 4S is available in coupe and cabriolet versions, and together with the Targa 4S, it fills the gap between the GTS and standard grades. Thanks to a significantly improved powertrain, the AWD version offers a significant improvement in driving pleasure over the previous model. The overall package is also enhanced by additional customization options and expanded standard equipment.

To date, around half of all 911 S customers have opted for all-wheel drive, primarily because it offers maximum traction in adverse weather conditions. This also makes the 911 safer, particularly in regions with variable climates or challenging road conditions.

Like all AWD models, the S version also offers rear-wheel-biased driving dynamics: Porsche Traction Management (PTM) distributes drive torque to the front axle as needed, improving traction and driving stability.

911 Targa celebrates its 60th anniversary

The exterior of the Porsche 911 Targa 4S. — The Targa was initially named the “Safety Cabriolet” for the US market, where there were concerns about the safety of convertibles. This was also made available as a current model.

The Targa, which is also available in the latest generation, has combined the fun of a convertible with the comfort of a coupe for 60 years since its debut. The original Targa was developed in response to discussions and concerns about the safety of convertibles in the US market. Debuting at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 1965, the Targa was originally named the “Safety Cabriolet.”

Like many Porsche innovations, the elegant, wide roll bar was developed with motorsport inspiration in mind. With a removable roof and retractable rear window, the Targa gives safety-conscious drivers the feeling of a fully open car. The name “Targa” comes from the Targa Florio endurance race held in Sicily.

For over 60 years, the Targa has continued to evolve in terms of engineering and design. In 1993, the 993-generation 911 Targa was introduced, eliminating the need for manual roof removal. Since 2006, the 911 Targa has only been available with AWD. In 2014, a fully automatic roof mechanism was introduced, allowing the car to transform from coupe to convertible in just 19 seconds. The current Targa roof module is available in four colors: black, blue, red, and brown.

3.0-liter boxer 6 engine with a maximum output of 480 PS

A driving scene of the Porsche 911 Carrera 4S. — The 3.0-liter horizontally opposed 6-cylinder twin-turbo engine has achieved a 30PS power increase over the previous model, delivering a maximum output of 480PS.

The latest-generation AWD model utilizes the upgraded drivetrain used in the Carrera S. The 3.0-liter flat-six twin-turbo engine now produces 353 kW (480 PS), 22 kW (30 PS) more than its predecessor. Performance is boosted by an optimized intercooler system inherited from the 911 Turbo. An eight-speed PDK (Porsche Dual Clutch Transmission, DCT) sends power to all four wheels, enabling the 911 Carrera 4S to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds (with the Sport Chrono Package) and reach a top speed of 308 km/h.

Standard equipment has been significantly upgraded from the previous model, including matrix LED headlights, the latest 20/21-inch staggered fitted Carrera S wheels, Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV+), and a sports exhaust system. The new car also features a braking system inherited from the GTS, with red brake calipers and 408mm front and 380mm rear discs.

The interior comes standard with a leather package and wireless smartphone charging. Other features include power-folding exterior mirrors (with mirror surround lighting), a light design package, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with built-in rain sensor, exterior mirrors, and lane departure warning.

The 911 Targa 4S comes standard with rear-wheel steering. The coupe comes standard with two seats, while the cabriolet and Targa have rear seats, and the coupe can be upgraded to a rear-seat system at no extra cost.