Top 10: 2014 911 Turbo essentials
Porsche has unveiled the all-new 2014 911 Turbo. The latest addition to the Type 991 family, it promises to be both quicker and more efficient that its predecessors.
Here are ten things worth knowing about the car that’s just become the flagship of the 911 range:
1. Two versions will be available
Buyers get to choose from either the 911 Turbo or the more powerful Turbo S. Both come with a 3.8 litre, twin-turbo, six-cylinder engine, but the Turbo S has an output of 552 bhp (412 kW / 560 PS) with 700 Nm (516 lb/ft) of peak torque instead of the usual 513 bhp (383 kW / 520 PS) and 660 Nm (486 lb/ft).
The Turbo S also boasts more standard kit, including ceramic composite brakes, Sport Chrono Package Plus, full LED headlights and the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control active anti-roll system.
2. There’s no manual gearbox option
As with the recently-announced 911 GT3, the only transmission available is a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch gearbox.
3. The all-wheel drive system has been updated
A new Porsche Traction Management all-wheel drive system incorporates an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch as well as a water cooling function. The revised set-up means higher levels of torque can be sent to the front wheels when required.
4. The rear wheels steer
Another similarity with the GT3. In place of conventional control arms on the rear axle, Porsche has used electro-mechanical actuators that can alter the steering angle of the rear wheels by up to 2.8 degrees.
When travelling below 31 mph (50 km/h), the rears turn in the opposite direction to the front wheels to improve agility around low-speed corners. Conversely, at 50 mph (80 km/h) and above the rear wheels point in the same direction as the fronts, thereby aiding stability.
5. Adaptive aerodynamics feature for the first time
Both the front spoiler and rear wing can be adjusted to three positions. This allows the driver to select either maximum downforce or a more aerodynamically-efficient configuration for high-speed running.
6. The bodywork’s wide
Wide rear arches are a 911 Turbo trademark, so it’s no surprise that this latest version continues the trend. On the 2014 model they’re 28 mm (just over an inch) wider than those of the Carrera 4 and house two-tone 20” alloy wheels.
7. Performance is impressive
Of course it is. The 911 Turbo accelerates from rest to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.4 seconds before going on to hit a top speed of 195 mph (315 km/h).
For the more powerful Turbo S, those figures are 3.1 seconds and 197 mph (318 km/h) respectively. Not particularly different then, but perhaps they don’t tell the full story. That could explain why Porsche is keen to point out that a Turbo S on road tyres will complete a lap of the Nürburgring-Nordschleife in less than 7 minutes 30 seconds.
8. Fuel economy is improved
The New European Driving Cycle combined figure for both variants is a reasonable 29.1 mpg (9.7 l/100km). Revised thermal management for the powertrain and the adoption of a stop-start system that kicks in when coasting to a halt are among the measures Porsche has taken to reduce fuel consumption.
9. The GT3 is cheaper
The UK price for the 911 Turbo has been set at £118,439, which makes it around 18% more expensive than the £100,540 GT3. The 911 Turbo S meanwhile costs £140,852.
At least the specification is fairly comprehensive. Satellite navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, DAB digital radio, leather upholstery, climate control and a Thatcham Category 5 vehicle tracking system are all fitted as standard.
10. Sales being later this year
Deliveries of the 2014 911 Turbo to UK customers are expected to begin this September.
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Here are ten things worth knowing about the car that’s just become the flagship of the 911 range:
1. Two versions will be available
Buyers get to choose from either the 911 Turbo or the more powerful Turbo S. Both come with a 3.8 litre, twin-turbo, six-cylinder engine, but the Turbo S has an output of 552 bhp (412 kW / 560 PS) with 700 Nm (516 lb/ft) of peak torque instead of the usual 513 bhp (383 kW / 520 PS) and 660 Nm (486 lb/ft).
The Turbo S also boasts more standard kit, including ceramic composite brakes, Sport Chrono Package Plus, full LED headlights and the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control active anti-roll system.
2. There’s no manual gearbox option
As with the recently-announced 911 GT3, the only transmission available is a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch gearbox.
3. The all-wheel drive system has been updated
A new Porsche Traction Management all-wheel drive system incorporates an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch as well as a water cooling function. The revised set-up means higher levels of torque can be sent to the front wheels when required.
4. The rear wheels steer
Another similarity with the GT3. In place of conventional control arms on the rear axle, Porsche has used electro-mechanical actuators that can alter the steering angle of the rear wheels by up to 2.8 degrees.
When travelling below 31 mph (50 km/h), the rears turn in the opposite direction to the front wheels to improve agility around low-speed corners. Conversely, at 50 mph (80 km/h) and above the rear wheels point in the same direction as the fronts, thereby aiding stability.
5. Adaptive aerodynamics feature for the first time
Both the front spoiler and rear wing can be adjusted to three positions. This allows the driver to select either maximum downforce or a more aerodynamically-efficient configuration for high-speed running.
6. The bodywork’s wide
Wide rear arches are a 911 Turbo trademark, so it’s no surprise that this latest version continues the trend. On the 2014 model they’re 28 mm (just over an inch) wider than those of the Carrera 4 and house two-tone 20” alloy wheels.
7. Performance is impressive
Of course it is. The 911 Turbo accelerates from rest to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.4 seconds before going on to hit a top speed of 195 mph (315 km/h).
For the more powerful Turbo S, those figures are 3.1 seconds and 197 mph (318 km/h) respectively. Not particularly different then, but perhaps they don’t tell the full story. That could explain why Porsche is keen to point out that a Turbo S on road tyres will complete a lap of the Nürburgring-Nordschleife in less than 7 minutes 30 seconds.
8. Fuel economy is improved
The New European Driving Cycle combined figure for both variants is a reasonable 29.1 mpg (9.7 l/100km). Revised thermal management for the powertrain and the adoption of a stop-start system that kicks in when coasting to a halt are among the measures Porsche has taken to reduce fuel consumption.
9. The GT3 is cheaper
The UK price for the 911 Turbo has been set at £118,439, which makes it around 18% more expensive than the £100,540 GT3. The 911 Turbo S meanwhile costs £140,852.
At least the specification is fairly comprehensive. Satellite navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, DAB digital radio, leather upholstery, climate control and a Thatcham Category 5 vehicle tracking system are all fitted as standard.
10. Sales being later this year
Deliveries of the 2014 911 Turbo to UK customers are expected to begin this September.
+Rear+Side.jpg "Porsche 911 Turbo S (2014) Rear Side")
+Interior.jpg "Porsche 911 Turbo S (2014) Interior")
+Rear.jpg "Porsche 911 Turbo S (2014) Rear")
+Front+Side+2.jpg "Porsche 911 Turbo S (2014) Front Side")
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