Porsche has kept its promise of making more
enthusiast-oriented models by taking the wraps off the 2018 Porsche 911 Carrera
T.
Nevertheless, the car still delivers a respectable
370 hp and 339 lb-ft of torque between 1750 rpm and 5000 rpm. When equipped
with the standard manual transmission, the Carrera T reaches 96 km/h in 4.3 seconds, 0.1 seconds quicker than the standard 911 Carrera and a 182 mph
top speed.
Select for the optional PDK transmission and the 0-60 mph time falls
to 4.0 seconds flat while the top speed drops to 180 mph. Elsewhere, the car
includes a mechanical rear differential lock, PASM Sport Suspension and the
option of rear-wheel steering.
Visually, the Carrera T is differentiated from the
rest of the 911 family thanks to new badging, subtle black exterior graphics,
custom seat trimmings and door opener loops rather than handles in the cabin.
Thanks to a reduction in sound insulation, the Carrera T weighs 3,142 lbs.
Order books for the model have opened in the
U.S. with prices starting at US$ 102,100, excluding the $1,050 delivery,
processing, and handling fee.