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Geneva Preview: 2011 Porsche 911 Turbo S Gets 530-hp |
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Feb 08, 2010 - 11:17 AM - by Administrator
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As expected, after delivering the 911 Turbo and then producing an updated model with 530-hp, the German sports car experts at Porsche have now revealed the 911 Turbo S with 530-hp – the very same amount produced by the GT2. Using the same twin-turbo flat six, torque has also been upped to 516 ft-lbs enabling an alarmingly fast 0-62 mph time of just 3.3 seconds. Top speed is rated at an impressive 196-hp.
Power is transmitted to the ground with all four wheels via Porsche's seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission with paddle shifters.
Other highlights include launch control, the Sport Chrono Package, Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) and 19-inch center-locking RS Spyder style wheels.
Both a coupe and cabriolet model will be offered with the official debut at the Geneva Auto Show in March.
Pricing for the car is set at €145,400 for the coupe and €154,900 for the cabriolet, plus tax, with U.S. pricing expected shortly.
More: Geneva Preview: 2011 Porsche 911 Turbo S Gets 530-hp on AutoGuide.com
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Report: Porsche Officially Confirms Baby Boxster Under Consideration |
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Jan 28, 2010 - 4:31 PM - by Administrator
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Porsche has officially confirmed that it is looking at bringing a baby Boxster model to market. Rumored to have been in the works for some time, VW Chairman Dr. Martin Winterkorn told the U.K.'s Autocar that such a sports car is under considreration.
When pressed on the issue, Winterkorn responded: "Let's just say we do not usually waste our effort…"
According to the report, the sports car, rumored to be called the "new 356", won't really be that much under the current Boxster, as Porsche looks to take its Boxster model further up-market. Power would come from a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, making roughly 250-hp. This new model will also share its chassis with Audi's upcoming R4 electric car.
In addition to the new sports car, Winterkorn also confirmed that Porsche is taking a long, hard look at a smaller SUV to slot in underneath the Cayenne.
More: Report: Porsche Officially Confirms Baby Boxster Under Consideration on AutoGuide.com
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2010 Detroit Auto Show Coverage |
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Jan 08, 2010 - 1:45 PM - by Administrator
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Subdued in 2009, America's most important auto show is back on track at the start of a new and more optimistic year. General Motors and Ford will take center stage with a long list of new and important products including the 2011 Ford Focus, 2011 Ford Mustang GT, Chevrolet Camaro Convertible, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo, Buick Regal GS, GMC Granite Concept, Cadillac XTS Concept and Cadillac CTS-V Coupe. As for Chrysler, it doesn't have any press conference scheduled, but it will display a rebadged five-door hatchback from Fiat's Lancia brand, as well as a lineup of Fiat 500 models, including a convertible, electric version and a sporty Abarth model. Now under Fiat's wing, the Chrysler booth with also display amazing machines from both Ferrari and Maserati.
Other important vehicles debuting at the show include the Honda CR-Z Hybrid, a dedicated hybrid concept from Toyota, the 2011 BMW 3 Series, BMW Z4 sDrive35is, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe, MINI Beachcomber Concept and the Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet.
There's sure to be plenty more as well, so check back often as we update this page with the latest breaking news from the Detroit Auto Show starting January 11th.
Plus: Don't forget to sign on to get email updates from AutoGuide.com's live coverage of the 2010 Detroit Auto Show.
More: 2010 Detroit Auto Show Coverage on AutoGuide.com
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Report: No Hybrid Sports Cars Says Porsche CEO |
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Jan 07, 2010 - 2:26 PM - by Administrator
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Porsche will not build hybrid versions of its sports cars says company CEO Michael Macht. Both the 911 and Boxster models are off-limits as far as the German sports car maker's hybrid plans are concerned, although Porsche is pushing ahead with plans to launch a hybrid version of the Cayenne SUV.
According to Macht, Porsche doesn't see the technology of batteries as being significantly advanced to live up to the automaker's standards. He also commented that such systems added considerable weight, while stating that as Porsche sports cars aren't used primarily for daily commuting in the city, the advantages of a hybrid setup would not fully be realized.
Macht did, however, say that Porsche is looking to hybrid-type advancements for its cars, including brake regeneration technology and a start-stop system.
More: Report: No Hybrid Sports Cars Says Porsche CEO on AutoGuide.com
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