ATLANTA, Oct. 22, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Porsche is
reinvigorating the concept of the puristic 911 T model from 1968
with the new 2018 911 Carrera T. With less weight, a manual
transmission with a shorter constant transaxle ratio, and a
standard mechanical rear differential lock, performance and driving
pleasure are heightened. The 911 Carrera T ("T" stands for Touring)
is also equipped with several performance-enhancing features that
are not available on the standard 911 Carrera. This includes the
PASM Sport Suspension with a 0.39-inch (10 mm) lower ride height, a
shortened gear lever with an embossed shift pattern in red, and
seat centers made of Sport-Tex material. Rear-axle steering is not
available for the standard 911 Carrera but is an option for the 911
Carrera T.
Based on the 370 hp 911 Carrera Coupe, the new model features
unique design elements. The 911 Carrera T is equipped to be light
and sporty: The rear windshield and rear side windows are made of
lightweight glass, and door opener loops on the inside replace the
conventional door openers. Similar to the 911 GTS models, sound
insulation has been reduced. Weighing 3,142 pounds, the 911
Carrera T is the lightest model in the 911 Carrera range.
Dynamic exterior design with unique features
The design of the 911 Carrera T underscores performance. The 911
Carrera T is fitted with an aerodynamically optimized front spoiler
lip that comes with the PASM Sport Suspension. The SportDesign
exterior mirrors are painted in Agate Grey. The vehicle's side
profile features 20-inch Carrera S wheels painted in Titanium Grey
and a stripe bearing the model designation. The louvers of the rear
decklid grill, the Porsche logotype, and the model designation "911
Carrera T" are finished in Agate Grey. The standard Sport Exhaust
System with black exhaust tips characterizes the rear of the car.
Paint options of Lava Orange, Black, Guards Red, Racing Yellow,
White and Miami Blue as well as the metallic colors Carrera White, Jet Black and GT Silver are
available.
Purist interior concept and new interior
package
The 911 Carrera T is fitted with black 4-way
electrically adjustable Sport Seats Plus with seat centers in
Sport-Tex. The headrests are embroidered with a black "911" logo.
When ordered with the optional Full Bucket Seats (available on a
911 Carrera model for the first time), rear seats are deleted. The
GT Sport Steering wheel with leather rim, also standard, comes
fitted with a switch for driving mode selection. The shortened gear
lever with shift pattern embossed in red is reserved for the 911
Carrera T. The interior trim on the dashboard and doors is in black
as are the door opener loops. The Carrera T Interior Package is
new: With available contrasting colors in Racing Yellow, Guards Red
or GT Silver, it provides additional colored accents via the seat
belts, the "911" logo on the headrests, the door opener
loops, and the seat centers made of Sport-Tex.
Improved power-to-weight ratio and performance
The twin-turbo 3.0 flat-six engine develops 370 hp and 339 lb-ft of
torque, the latter of which is available in a broad range between
1,750 and 5,000 rpm. Thanks to the manual transmission with a
shorter constant transaxle ratio and the mechanical rear
differential lock, the 911 Carrera T accelerates from zero to 60
mph in 4.3 seconds, 0.1 second quicker than the standard 911
Carrera. The manual version reaches a top track speed of 182 mph.
When equipped with the optional PDK transmission, the 911 Carrera T
reaches 60 mph in 4.0 seconds using the standard launch control
feature and has a top track speed of 180 mph.
Pricing and availability
The 2018 911 Carrera T
is now available for ordering and is expected to reach U.S. dealers
by March 2018. The base MSRP is
$102,100, excluding the $1,050 delivery, processing and handling fee.
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service, marketing, and training for 188 dealers. They, in turn,
work to provide Porsche customers with a best-in-class experience
that is in keeping with the Porsche brand's nearly 70-year history
of leadership in the advancement of vehicle performance, safety,
and efficiency. PCNA is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of
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