| The Porsche 911 lineup starts with the Carrera coupe ($77,800) and Cabriolet ($88,800), which are powered by a 3.6-liter flat six-cylinder engine generating 345 horsepower and 288 pound-feet of torque.
Standard equipment includes partial leather height-adjustable seats with power recliners, automatic climate control, interior air filter, tilt/telescoping leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated power mirrors, power windows, power locks with keyless remote, bi-xenon headlights with washers, 235-watt AM/FM/CD stereo, cruise control, universal garage door opener, on-board computer, outside temperature display, split-folding rear seat, rain-sensing wipers, theft deterrent system, rear fog lights, a speed-dependent retractable rear spoiler, and staggered, Z-rated 18-inch tires on alloy wheels.
Coupes also get a sunroof, while Cabriolets add a wind blocker and a power convertible top.
The Carrera S ($88,800) and Carrera S Cabriolet ($99,800) are powered by a 3.8-liter six-cylinder, delivering 385 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque.
Besides the bigger engine, the Carrera S gets the Porsche Active Suspension Management system (PASM) with adjustable dampers and a 10 mm lower ride height, 19-inch wheels and the wider fenders needed to accommodate them.
All S models are offered with a 408-horspower version of the 3.8-liter engine ($16,900).
The Carrera 4 ($84,100) is equipped similarly to the rear-drive Carrera, but features all-wheel drive and a limited-slip differential.
The same idea holds for the Carrera 4S ($95,100), Carrera 4 Cabriolet ($95,100), and Carrera 4S Cabriolet ($106,100).
The Carrera Targa 4 ($92,100) and Carrera Targa 4S ($103,100) are equipped similarly to the Carrera 4 and Carrera 4S, respectively, but they feature Porsche's unique roof system that provides occupants with a panoramic view even when the top is closed.
The Targa's roof is made from two glass panels and extends across the full width and length of the passenger compartment.
In other words, the entire roof is glass, and in combination with the windshield and side windows provides a panoramic vantage and protection from the elements.
The 911 Turbo ($132,800) and 911 Turbo Cabriolet ($143,800) get Porsche's race-bred, twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter engine producing 500 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque.
The Turbos come with all-wheel drive, larger brakes, and P235/35ZR19 front and 305/30ZR19 rear tires.
Standard equipment is upgraded to a full leather interior, memory for the front seats and mirrors, additional front seat power adjustments, aluminum interior trim, navigation system with 40-gigabyte hard drive, Bose-tuned stereo, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.
The optional Sport Chrono Package Plus ($3,830 with PDK, $3,470 with manual) increases maximum turbo boost and includes an analog and digital chronometer, a sport button for engine and suspension controls, and control over various personal preference settings.
Ceramic brakes are optional ($8,840).
The 911 GT3 ($112,200) is a high-performance two-wheel-drive model offered as a coupe.
It comes with a normally aspirated 435-hp version of the 3.8-liter flat six.
To the Carrera S it adds a limited-slip differential, larger brakes, stiffer springs and anti-roll bars, leather and alcantara upholstery, leather and alcantara-wrapped steering wheel, and P235/35ZR19 front and 305/30ZR19 rear tires.
The 911 GT3 RS ($132,200) is a GT3 in race specification, with a 450-hp 3.8-liter, shorter transmission ratios, upgraded body and suspension components, dynamic engine mounts, and a specially tuned version of the PASM active suspension.
It weighs less and buyers can save another 22 pounds by opting for the lithium-ion battery.
A six-speed manual gearbox is standard on the 911; the PDK transmission ($4,080) is optional.
PASM Porsche Active Suspension Management is available for non-S models ($1,990).
A removable hardtop is available for the cabriolets ($3,490).
Options include full-leather upholstery ($1,550), power adaptive sport seats, Bose sound system ($1,440).
Also offered are a limited-slip differential ($950), sport exhaust system ($2,810), rear park assist ($530), navigation system with hard drive ($2,110), voice recognition ($595), heated front seats ($510), ventilated front seats ($800), auto-dimming rearview mirror ($420), heated steering wheel ($210), XM satellite radio ($750), Universal Audio Interface for iPods and memory sticks ($440), Bluetooth wireless cell phone link ($695), six-disc CD changer ($650), sport shifter ($795), steering-linked adaptive headlights ($690), 19-inch wheels and tires ($1,550), and Sport Chrono Package.
Porsche maintains its long tradition of factory customization, with options that cover colors and materials for virtually every part or surface inside the car.
And if there's not an existing option, Porsche will likely go off the card, for a price.
Safety features on all models include Porsche Stability Management (PSM), an electronic stability control and traction control system that helps a driver maintain control in the event of a skid.
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, and antilock brakes come standard, along with a tire-pressure monitoring system.
Coupes also get curtain side airbags, while Cabriolets add pop-up automatic roll bars.
All-wheel drive enhances stability in adverse conditions. |