Current Porsche 911 Carrera T (992.2) – Reviews, Pricing, Specs & Buyers Guide
The Porsche 911 Carrera T Coupe (992.2) is the nerd-spec 911 for people who care less about headline power and more about how a car feels on a great road. It takes the updated 992.2 base Carrera’s drivetrain, strips weight, sharpens the chassis, and locks in a six-speed manual as the only transmission. In a 911 lineup that’s adding hybrids and ever more technology, the Carrera T is the new sweet spot for purists.
Porsche revealed the new 911 Carrera T (992.2) in October 2024 as part of the facelifted 911 range. The “T” still stands for “Touring”, first used on the 911 T homologation cars from 1968–1973, then revived in 2017 for the 991.2 and again on the 992.1.
With the second-phase 992.2:
- Porsche launched the base Carrera and hybrid Carrera GTS first, all PDK.
- Enthusiasts immediately asked: where’s the manual?
- The answer is this car: for 2025, the Carrera T becomes the dedicated manual, lightweight, driver-focused model, now available as Coupe or Cabriolet.
The T sits between the Carrera and Carrera S in the range. It keeps the base Carrera’s engine, but comes with:
- Weight-reduction measures
- Standard Sport Chrono, PASM Sport -10 mm, rear-axle steering, and sports exhaust
- A set of visual and interior tweaks that underline its purist brief
The idea is simple: less luxury, more feel, without stepping up to the cost and intensity of a GT-badged 911.
Engine & Drivetrain
Mechanically, the 992.2 Carrera T uses the updated 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six from the 992.2 Carrera.
From the Porsche technical spec sheet and Newsroom:
- Engine: 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six
- Output:
- 388 hp (SAE) @ 6,500 rpm (US tech sheet)
- ≈ 394 PS / 290 kW @ 6,500 rpm (Porsche global figures)
- Torque: 331 lb-ft (450 Nm) @ 2,000–5,000 rpm
- Redline: 7,500 rpm
- Compression ratio: 10.2:1
The engine shares hardware with the facelifted base Carrera, which gained revised cooling and intercooler layout and a power bump over the 992.1 (Car and Driver notes 388 hp vs 379 hp previously).
Transmission: Manual Only
This is the defining feature of the 992.2 T:
- Standard and only gearbox: 6-speed manual
- No PDK option at all—Porsche explicitly removed it for this generation
The manual itself replaces the old 7-speed unit with a lighter 6-speed. MotorWeek and Jalopnik both highlight how Porsche did this partly to improve precision and engagement; the shorter stack fits the T’s “driver first” philosophy.
Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel drive only
- Mechanical limited-slip differential with Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV), per Porsche model page and tech sheet.
In the 992.2 lineup, if you want a non-GT 911 with three pedals, the T is effectively your route, which Car and Driver sums up by saying that if you want a manual in a regular 911, “you must buy one” like this.
Chassis, Suspension & Brakes
The Carrera T’s entire pitch is a sharper chassis than a standard Carrera.
From Porsche’s Newsroom and technical data:
- Body: Lightweight steel, aluminum, and magnesium monocoque
- Front suspension: MacPherson strut with anti-roll bar
- Rear suspension: Aluminum multi-link with anti-roll bar
- Steering: Variable-ratio electric power steering
Key upgrades vs a base Carrera:
- PASM Sport Suspension (-10 mm) is standard, with a model-specific, more aggressive tune.
- Rear-axle steering is standard on the T (it’s optional on many other Carreras), with a more direct front steering ratio and unique RAS tuning for this model.
- Larger brakes: 350 mm steel rotors front and rear with 6-piston front and 4-piston rear fixed calipers.
Wheel and tyre setup:
- 20-inch front / 21-inch rear “Carrera S” wheels
- Tyres: 245/35 ZR20 front, 305/30 ZR21 rear
This gives the T the stance and grip of hotter 911s, without the hybrid powertrain or S-level price tag.
Lightweight Philosophy & Performance
Porsche leans hard on the T’s weight reduction:
- Lightweight glass
- Reduced sound insulation
- Manually adjustable seats as standard (with lighter bucket seats optional)
- Deletion of some comfort equipment in base form (you can add back options if you want)
Porsche claims the lightest 992.2 Carrera T configuration (Coupe, manual, full buckets) weighs 1,478 kg, more than 40 kg lighter than a comparable 911 Carrera.
From the US technical sheet and Car and Driver’s launch story:
- 0–60 mph: 4.3 s (Coupe, Porsche estimate)
- 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 4.5 s (Coupe, Sport Chrono)
- ¼-mile: 12.7 s
- Top speed: 183 mph (295 km/h)
- Curb weight (US): 3,316 lb (≈1,505 kg)
So it’s not the quickest 911—hybrid GTS and Turbos demolish it in a drag race—but it trades a couple of tenths off the line for engagement and feel.
Exterior & Interior Design Highlights
On the Outside
The 992.2 facelift brings a slightly cleaner face and new light units; the T layers its own cues on top:
- Carrera T decals along the sills and “911 Carrera T” badging in Vanadium Grey on the rear.
- Vanadium Grey details for the rear-lid grille slats, mirror caps, and machined alloy wheels.
- A GTS-style aero front spoiler lip, giving a little extra downforce and differentiating it from the base car.
- Small manual shift-pattern stickers on the rear quarter windows and “MT” logos, plus puddle lights with the shift pattern—Jalopnik points out that Porsche really wants you to know it’s a manual.
Colour and trim are a big part of the appeal. Porsche offers themed “Legends”, “Dreams”, and “Shades” colour palettes (including Shade Green, Lugano Blue, Cartagena Yellow, Crayon, Slate Grey Neo, etc.), plus full Paint to Sample options.
Inside the Cabin
The interior carries the broader 992.2 update:
- A fully digital 12.6-inch instrument cluster, replacing the old analog central tach.
- 10.9-inch PCM infotainment with updated software and connectivity.
Carrera T-specific touches include:
- Shortened gear lever topped with an open-pore walnut “917-style” knob
- “MT” badge ahead of the shifter and the shift pattern etched on the passenger side of the dash
- Dark interior with Sport-Tex plaid seat centers, black trim in Vanadium Grey, and GT Sport steering wheel as standard
- Standard 4-way sports seats, with optional 18-way Adaptive Sports Seats Plus or full bucket seats
It feels intentionally more old-school inside, even with the digital tech: fabric, plaid, and a prominent wooden shift knob in a world of glossy screens.
Model-Year & 992.1 vs 992.2 Differences
The 992.2 Carrera T is effectively a new iteration starting with the 2025 model year.
Major changes compared with the 992.1 Carrera T:
- More power: up from 379 hp (992.1) to 388 hp SAE / 394 PS.
- Transmission strategy: PDK optional before; now manual-only 6-speed, no dual-clutch option.
- Rear-axle steering now standard (previously optional).
- Bigger brakes (350 mm all round).
- Updated front and rear styling as part of the 992.2 refresh.
- New digital instrument cluster and updated PCM.
- For the first time, there’s a Carrera T Cabriolet alongside the Coupe.
Porsche and PCA both describe the new T as once again the lightest 911 in the range and the purist choice among non-GT 911s.
Reception & Reviews
PistonHeads calls the 992.2 T “the best manual Carrera in years”, praising how the six-speed and chassis tuning give a level of interaction that neither the hybrid GTS nor Carrera S can match. They say it now sits in the 911 range “more comfortably, more enticingly, than it ever has.”
Key positives from their spec and drive:
- Strong mid-range from the 3.0-liter
- Great, well-weighted manual shift
- Real-world performance that feels enough on UK roads, without becoming antisocial
Jalopnik teases the heavy-handed “manual!” graphics, but ultimately concludes that if you look past the corny stickers, this manual-only 911 is the sports car you really want, especially for drivers who value interaction over outright pace.
They highlight:
- The car is targeted squarely at manual enthusiasts
- Manual take rates on earlier T were high, which is why Porsche felt confident to delete PDK entirely
- The manual, lightweight configuration gives the T its own personality vs the base Carrera
Car and Driver’s launch coverage frames the T as a modern reinterpretation of the 1968–73 touring models, stripped of some luxuries, focused on performance, and now manual only.
Their general 2025 911 overview also notes that the “lightweight T model returns” and calls out that only the base engine is available with a manual in the refreshed range, underscoring how important the T is for three-pedal fans.
The Porsche Club of America focuses on the standard rear-axle steering, manual-only setup, and new Cabriolet option, describing the T as a lightweight, more focused derivative of the base Carrera. On enthusiast forums and Reddit, opinions are broadly positive—most see the T as the enthusiast sweet spot—though some buyers question value when optioned up near GTS territory.
Buying & Spec Advice
Who Is the 992.2 Carrera T For?
You’ll gravitate to the T if:
- You want a manual but don’t need GT3 levels of intensity or cost.
- You care about feel, feedback and weight reduction more than straight-line numbers.
- You like the idea of a slightly rowdier, lighter, better-equipped Carrera, not a luxury-heavy grand tourer.
If you prefer an automatic, or you prioritize max performance per dollar, you’re probably better off with a Carrera GTS T-Hybrid or Carrera S / 4S.
Key Options to Consider
Based on Porsche’s configurator, dealer listings, and reviews:
- Standard sports seats work well for mixed use.
- Full bucket seats are great if you do a lot of spirited driving and want max weight savings.
- PASM Sport and bigger brakes are standard, so you’re already getting the good stuff.
- If track use is frequent, consider PCCB when available in your market.
- Keep the plaid cloth and walnut shifter if you like the retro vibe—it’s part of what makes the T special.
- Leather and extended trim packages are available if you want a more luxurious feel.
- The Carrera T exterior/interior design packages (e.g., Gentian Blue accents) add visual drama and may help desirability down the line.
Daily Use & Ownership
Despite its purist positioning, the T is still a usable daily 911:
- Rear seats are available, giving you 2+2 practicality.
- Ride quality with PASM Sport is firm but livable; on real roads, reviewers haven’t called it punishing.
- Noise levels are more present than in a regular Carrera thanks to reduced insulation, but that’s sort of the point—you hear the engine and exhaust more.
Verdict
The Porsche 911 Carrera T Coupe (992.2) is exactly what many enthusiasts were hoping the facelift would bring: a lighter, more focused, manual 911 that sits below the GT cars but feels every inch a driver’s machine. It doesn’t chase the biggest power numbers, and it certainly isn’t the cheapest 911 once you’ve ticked a few tempting options, but it nails that classic Porsche formula of just enough performance with maximum engagement. If you want the purest manual experience in the modern, non-GT 911 lineup, the 992.2 Carrera T is where you should start.
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Press Release
The Porsche 911 Carrera T makes a comeback in Coupe and Cabriolet form
October 29, 2024
Enthusiast-focused model returns with three pedals, six forward gears, and one transmission
- 911 Carrera T offered exclusively with manual six-speed transmission
- Lightest 911 Carrera variant: 3,316 lbs. in Coupe form
- Cabriolet model variant offered for the first time
- Rear-axle steering as standard
- Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) dampers tuned specially for Carrera T
- Special shifter finished in open-pore, laminated walnut
Atlanta. The enthusiast-focused 911 Carrera T is back for the 2025 model year as a coupe, and for the first time is also available as a cabriolet model. The third modern iteration of the 911 Carrera T improves on the popular formula of combining an especially sporty chassis with the engine of the standard 911 Carrera, a focus on lightweight materials, and a six-speed manual gearbox as the sole transmission offering.
Powertrain and performance
The 911 Carrera T uses the same 3.0-liter twin-turbo boxer engine as the standard Carrera. It generates 388 hp and 331 lb.-ft. of torque, and is capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds as a coupe or 4.5 seconds in Cabriolet form. The top track speed of the Coupe and Cabriolet is 183 mph and 182 mph respectively. A standard six-speed manual transmission sends power to the rear wheels and uses the first six ratios of the seven-speed manual used previously in the Type 992.1 Carrera models. Notably, the shift lever is topped with a walnut ball handle that helps distinguish this as a special model every time the driver changes gears.
To support smooth downshifts, the car comes standard with an auto-blip feature that rev-matches the engine to the appropriate transmission speed. This feature can be manually disabled, and is part of the Sport Chrono package, which is standard equipment on the Carrera T, and offers the convenience of a dial integrated in the leather-wrapped GT Sport steering wheel for quick access to Normal, Sport, Sport Plus and Wet drive modes. This also includes the Track Precision app, and a tire temperature display in the instrument cluster display area. A Sport Exhaust system is also standard equipment, and in combination with reduced sound deadening material this creates an especially emotional driving experience.
Sporty, Engaging Chassis Setup
Several performance focused enhancements to the running gear make the Carrera T an excellent dance partner for winding roads. Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), which is also standard and lowered by 10 millimeters compared to the 911 Carrera, is tuned specifically to complement the sporty nature of the Carrera T. As is the case with the standard 911 Carrera, the braking system improves for this generation by upgrading to 350 mm front and rear brake discs (+20 mm versus the prior generation) and six-piston fixed calipers on the front axle in replacement of the four-piston fixed calipers used in the predecessor.
As a result of rear-axle steering becoming standard equipment, the steering ratio also quickens compared to the 911 Carrera. The front and rear anti-roll bars have also been revised to make the car more even agile and stable during enthusiastic driving. Porsche Torque Vectoring, which uses a mechanical rear differential lock and targeted brake interventions to direct power to the rear outside wheel while cornering is also standard equipment. Carrera T specific aerodynamic adjustments also contribute to the overall balance of the car.
Carrera S alloy wheels in staggered 20-inch front and 21-inch rear diameter are also standard equipment, and come wrapped in 245/35 ZR20 tires in front and 305/30 ZR21 tires on the rear.
Lightweight materials and weight savings
The 911 Carrera T was conceived as a purist car and represents a reference to the 911 T sold from 1968 to 1973. At that time, Porsche offered a stripped down version of the 911 called the “T” that dispensed with certain luxuries and focused on performance oriented components and options in the name of saving weight and ultimately winning races. The Type 991.2 911 Carrera T was first introduced at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show, and the most immediate predecessor of this car from the 992.1 generation are based on the same philosophy, which also inspired the new models.
Lightweight glass, reduced sound deadening material and a six-speed manual transmission all contribute to a lower curb weight than the standard 911 Carrera. Optional carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) bucket seats offer customers the option for an even sportier experience that can save further weight.
Exterior and interior
Key visual distinctions set the Carrera T apart from its siblings. These include a Vanadium Grey Metallic paint finish on the sideview mirror covers, wheels, model designation decals on the doors and badge at the rear, and a Sport Exhaust with tailpipes in black stainless steel. Additionally, the rear side windows get special stickers with the manual shift pattern. In previous generations, the wheels were painted completely in the accent color, but for the new model the wheels have a twotone effect thanks to a partially machined exterior face with a high gloss finish. The front spoiler lip of the 911 Carrera GTS models is adopted for this model as well.
Porsche offers 12 paint colors in combination with the Vanadium Grey accents specific to this model. They range from solid black and white to more extroverted choices like Cartagena Yellow Metallic, Shade Green Metallic and Chalk.
A special Carrera T exterior package is available as an option that applies Gentian Blue accents to several parts of the car. This includes the wheels, rear model designation, slat inlays in the intake, door graphics and a hood stripe with a Carrera T logo. This package also includes black mirror shells instead of the standard Vanadium Grey.
The standard interior configuration features Vanadium Grey on the dashboard and center console for added style. The door panel trims are made of black anodized aluminum. The dashboard features a shift pattern logo on the passenger side, and there is a special “MT” badge in front of the shift lever.
Black, four-way power-adjustable heated Sport Seats Plus are standard equipment, as is a heated, leather-wrapped GT Sport steering wheel. Customers may replace the Race-Tex with a leather interior for an additional cost. The default seats include centers finished in Sport-Tex with a Black plaid pattern. Decorative black stitching and embroidered black “911” logos are also included as standard. Optional 18-way Sport Seats Plus and fixed-back CFRP Full Bucket seats are also available. The coupe comes from the factory as a two-seater, while rear seats are standard for the Cabriolet model. Customers may also specify rear seats in the coupe as a nocost option.
A special 911 Carrera T interior package replaces the decorative black stitching with Gentian Blue thread. The seat belts, inserts in the center console and on the dashboard, 911 logo in the headrests, and trim rings in the instrument cluster and Sport Chrono clock adopt the same color. The black plaid seat centers also gain Gentian Blue accents as part of this package. More muted material upgrades for the interior are also possible by specifying either a Sport-Tex Plaid interior package with extensive items in leather or a leather interior, both at added costs.
Available to order now
The 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera T and 911 Carrera T Cabriolet can be ordered now and is expected to begin arriving in U.S. Porsche Centers next summer. MSRP for the coupe and Cabriolet models will be $134,000 and $147,300 respectively, and before a delivery, processing and handling fee of $1,995.
