Current Porsche 911 Carrera T Cabriolet (992.2) – Reviews, Pricing, Specs & Buyers Guide
The Porsche 911 Carrera T Cabriolet (992.2) is what happens when Porsche takes its most enthusiast-focused “Touring” recipe and lets the sky in. It pairs the updated 992.2 base Carrera engine with a manual-only gearbox, weight-saving tricks, and a sharper chassis, then adds a quick-folding fabric roof so you can hear every bit of flat-six growl.
For the first time, the Carrera T is available as a Cabriolet, making this the go-to choice if you want an open-top 911 that’s more about driving feel than luxury trinkets. Let’s walk through the story, specs, model-year context, reviews, reception, and buying advice for the 992.2 Carrera T Cabriolet.
The “T” badge has history. It originally appeared on the 911 T (Touring) of the late 1960s and early 1970s, a slightly simpler, lighter 911 that enabled Porsche to homologate cars for racing. The idea was revived in 2017 on the 991.2, and again on the 992.1, as a stripped-back, driver-focused 911 Carrera T.
For the 992.2 facelift, unveiled in 2024, Porsche shook up the lineup:
- The base Carrera got more power and remains PDK-only.
- The Carrera GTS went hybrid (T-Hybrid), grabbing headlines.
- Manual fans were left wondering where their three-pedal fix had gone.
Porsche’s answer: the new 911 Carrera T, again based on the base Carrera engine but now manual-only, and, crucially, offered as both Coupe and Cabriolet for the first time. Porsche explicitly calls the T a car for “unfiltered driving pleasure” using targeted lightweight construction and a six speed manual, and says the Cabriolet brings that philosophy to a “puristic, open driving experience” for the first time.
Engine & Drivetrain
Mechanically, the Carrera T Cabriolet uses the revised 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six from the updated 992.2 Carrera. From Porsche’s official specs and dealer technical sheets:
- Engine: 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six
- Power:
- ~388 hp (SAE) in U.S. tune
- ≈ 394 PS / 290 kW in global figures
- Torque: 331 lb-ft (450 Nm) from 2,000–5,000 rpm
The engine itself gets many of the improvements seen on the 992.2 Carrera:
- Larger turbochargers closely related to the previous 992.1 GTS units
- Revised charge-air cooling and engine management for more power and cleaner emissions.
So while it’s “only” the base Carrera engine, in 992.2 form it’s stronger and crisper than before.
Manual Only – No PDK Safety Net
A big part of the T’s identity: it’s manual-only.
- Transmission: 6-speed manual, using the first six ratios from the old 7-speed unit, with shorter overall gearing and auto-rev-matching that can be switched off.
- There is no PDK option at all. If you want an automatic Cabriolet, you move to a standard Carrera / Carrera S cab.
Car and Driver jokes that the 2025 Carrera T “saves the manuals” by being the only way to get a three-pedal 992.2 outside of GT3 models.
Drivetrain Layout
- Rear-engine, rear-wheel drive only – no Carrera 4 T variant.
- Mechanical limited-slip differential and Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) are standard, shuffling power across the rear axle for better traction and rotation.
Chassis, Suspension & Brakes
The T isn’t just a manual base Cabriolet; it bakes in a lot of chassis upgrades that are optional on other Carreras. From Porsche’s Newsroom and Edmunds’ first-look:
Standard chassis features:
- PASM Sport suspension with –10 mm ride height, tuned specially for the T.
- Rear-axle steering standard – optional on many other 911s.
- Sport Chrono Package as standard (drive modes, steering wheel mode switch, launch control logic for PDK – but here mainly for the drive modes and lap timer).
- Sport exhaust system with more emotional sound.
- Larger brakes than the base Carrera, with 350 mm steel discs front and rear and multi-piston fixed calipers.
Wheels & tires:
- 20-inch front / 21-inch rear Carrera S wheels in high-sheen Vanadium Grey Metallic are standard.
- Tires: typically 245/35 ZR20 front, 305/30 ZR21 rear, giving the T broad, confident contact patches like the hotter 911s.
Edmunds notes that this mix of standard chassis kit is a big part of why the T is so compelling: you get the lightweight, manual formula plus hardware that normally lives on more expensive cars.
Lightweight Philosophy & Performance
Porsche describes the T as focusing on “targeted lightweight construction” – not gutting the car, but trimming where it matters.
Weight-saving measures include:
- Thinner, lightweight glass
- Reduced sound insulation in the body and doors
- Standard four-way manual sports seats (with lightweight buckets as an option)
- Removal of some luxury equipment in base spec, with the ability to add pieces back if you choose
Porsche’s U.S. press kit quotes the lightest 911 Carrera variant as the T in Coupe form at 3,316 lb; the Cabriolet is a little heavier thanks to the roof mechanism, but still lighter than a similarly equipped Carrera Cabriolet.
From dealer data and Porsche specs:
- 0–60 mph: ~4.5 seconds for the Carrera T Cabriolet (Porsche claim)
- Top speed: 182 mph (293 km/h)
- Curb weight: roughly mid-3,300 lb range (around 1,520–1,540 kg, depending on options)
DuPont Registry’s road test emphasizes that on a real road, the car feels brisk rather than brutal, with the manual and lighter build making the experience far more engaging than the numbers alone suggest.
Exterior Design & Roof System
The 992.2 facelift brings subtle but important visual and aero tweaks to the whole 911 range:
- New Matrix LED headlights that integrate all light functions into the units, allowing cleaner, larger front intakes.
- Slightly reshaped front bumper and lower air intakes.
- Revised rear with tweaked light bar and bumper design for a tidier look.
On top of that, the Carrera T Cabriolet gets its own cues:
- Carrera T decals on the doors and “911 Carrera T” badging in Vanadium Grey at the rear.
- Vanadium Grey exterior details on the rear-lid grille slats, mirror caps and wheels.
- A GTS-style front spoiler lip for a bit more downforce and visual stance.
The fabric roof:
- Fully electric soft top with integrated glass rear window.
- Opens or closes in around 12 seconds at up to roughly 30–31 mph (per 911 Cabriolet spec sheets).
- Preserves the classic 911 Cabriolet silhouette and allows access to the rear “+2” seats.
From CarExpert’s launch imagery and PCA commentary, the Cabriolet T in Lugano Blue with grey decals has already become the unofficial poster spec: subtle but clearly “enthusiast”.
Interior: Retro Details in a Digital Cabin
Inside, the Carrera T Cabriolet combines the new 992.2 digital layout with charming analogue nods:
- A 12.6-inch fully digital instrument cluster with multiple views, including a classic five-dial layout.
- Central 10.9-inch PCM infotainment system with improved graphics, Apple CarPlay integration and app support.
T-specific touches:
- A shortened gear lever topped with an open-pore walnut knob, inspired by the 917.
- “MT” badge beside the shifter and the shift pattern etched into the dash on the passenger side.
- H-pattern graphics on the rear quarter windows and even in the puddle lights – Porsche is almost comically proud that this car has three pedals.
- Standard Sport-Tex plaid seat centers, GT Sport steering wheel, and dark trim with Vanadium Grey accents.
DuPont Registry’s review notes that the cabin feels deliberately more analogue in mood than other 992.2s despite the screens, thanks to the cloth, wood, and manual hardware.
Rear seats remain, making the Cabriolet T a usable 2+2 – handy for kids or extra luggage.
Model-Year Updates & 992.1 vs 992.2
The Carrera T Cabriolet is new for the 2025 model year; previously, the T was Coupe-only.
Key changes vs the 992.1 Carrera T (Coupe):
- More power: from 379 hp to 388 hp SAE / 394 PS.
- Transmission strategy: 992.1 offered 7-speed manual or PDK; the 992.2 T is 6-speed manual only.
- Rear-axle steering is now standard rather than an option.
- Bigger brakes (350 mm)
- Fully digital gauge cluster and updated PCM.
- And of course, the addition of the Cabriolet body style.
Within the 992.2 lifecycle so far, there aren’t yet separate update years for the T – the big change is simply its introduction as part of the second-phase facelift.
Reviews & Reception
DuPont Registry’s dedicated review of the 2025 Carrera T Cabriolet is very positive:
- They call it “an enthusiast’s drop-top”, arguing that the usual “coupes are always better” argument doesn’t necessarily hold.
- They highlight the manual, lighter build, and upgraded suspension as transforming the car into something more special than a standard Carrera Cabriolet.
- The open-top experience amplifies the engine sound and involvement without making the car feel sloppy or overly flexy.
Edmunds’ first-look at the 2025 Carrera T Coupe and Cabriolet notes that the T’s standard equipment list—sport suspension, bigger brakes, sport exhaust, rear-axle steering, PTV—makes it a very appealing enthusiast package, even before you consider that it’s manual-only.
They frame the T as the real driver’s choice in the refreshed 911 lineup for people who want involvement over speed.
Jalopnik spends most of its T coverage celebrating the fact that the car exists at all in a lineup that increasingly favors PDK and hybrids. They poke fun at the heavy-handed manual branding but ultimately say the 992.2 Carrera T is “perfectly tailored for die-hard drivers” who actually want to interact with their car.
Car and Driver’s “Saves the Manuals” piece makes a similar point: if you want a modern 992.2 with three pedals that isn’t a GT3, this is your squarely aimed solution, and the car feels more alive than its modest on-paper specs suggest.
Ownership, Use Case & Buying Advice
Who Is the 992.2 Carrera T Cabriolet For?
This car makes a lot of sense if:
- You want an open-top 911 that still feels like an enthusiast car, not just a luxury cruiser.
- You care about manual gearboxes, weight and feel more than maximum power.
- You like the idea of a simple, purely combustion-powered 911 in a world of hybrid GTS and (soon) hybrid Turbos.
If your priority is absolute performance, a 911 Turbo or hybrid Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet will annihilate the T in a straight line. If you just want an easygoing cruiser, a standard Carrera Cabriolet with PDK may suit you better.
How to Spec It
Some suggestions, based on reviews and Porsche’s options list:
- Keep it light:
- Stick with the standard sports seats unless you need the adjustability.
- Consider the full bucket seats if you do a lot of spirited driving; they save weight and feel special.
- Chassis options:
- PASM Sport and rear-axle steering are already standard—one of the big advantages of the T.
- If available in your market, PCCB can be worthwhile if you’re planning regular track days or mountain driving.
- Interior:
- Embrace the plaid cloth and walnut shifter; they’re part of the T’s character and tie into its retro “Touring” story.
- You can add more leather and extended trim if you want a more upmarket ambience without losing the core identity.
- Color:
- The T’s palette is excellent: Porsche offers 12 paints including Cartagena Yellow, Shade Green, Chalk and Lugano Blue, plus Paint-to-Sample. The contrast between bright paint and Vanadium Grey wheels/accents works particularly well.
Daily Use
Despite its enthusiast billing, the Carrera T Cabriolet is still a livable daily driver:
- The roof and insulation keep things reasonably refined on the highway.
- Rear seats add genuine flexibility for kids or extra luggage.
- Ride is firm but, according to early road tests, not punishing; the T is still a 911, not a GT3 RS.
Final Thoughts
The Porsche 911 Carrera T Cabriolet (992.2) is one of those quietly brilliant niche models Porsche does so well. It doesn’t chase headlines with huge power or radical aero; instead, it gives you the core 911 experience turned up in feel, then lets you drop the top and enjoy every sound and shift.
In a lineup where many cars are faster, plusher or more technologically impressive, the Carrera T Cabriolet is arguably the most human-scaled 911: light(ish), manual, rear-drive, and built to be driven hard on real roads, not just admired from afar. If you want a drop-top 911 that still feels like a driver’s car first and a status symbol second, this is the one to have.
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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.
