2023 Porsche 911

Variants, Reviews, Pricing, and Specs

Prices Starting at $107,550

Overview

"Faster, more emotional, and more connected" is how Porsche described the eighth generation Porsche 911 in their press release on November 27th 2018. The next generation of flat-six turbocharged engines has been further developed to be more powerful than ever. There are numerous revisions and tweaks to the powerful turbocharged engines, the result in Carrera S is horsepower output increasing from 420 to 450 as a result. The 992 engine has the compulsory particulate filter which adds around 10 kg/22 lb. The PDK multi-clutch automatic transmission has 8 speeds. The first gear has a shorter gear ratio than before, which better matches lower gears to the turbocharged engines. Cars with manual transmission come with rear differential lock and Sport Chrono package with automatic rev-match function. The new cabriolet roof hydraulics reduce opening time to around 12 seconds and the new engine mounting position makes the cabriolet torsionally more rigid than its predecessor. This allows - for the first time - to offer PASM Porsche Active Suspension Management sport chassis for the 911 Cabriolet. The interior is completely new, but classic from the first glance.

As expected, Porsche launched the Carrera S and 4S first and then we saw the rest of the lineup trickle in over the following 12 - 18 months. In 2021, we saw the full GTS lineup announced and the 911 GT3 (now with a dedicated GT3 Touring model). In 2023 we see the regular range completed with the purist-focused Carrera T rejoining the lineup with its sweet rear-wheel drive, no rear seats, and a manual gearbox set up for a reasonable $118,050. 2023 also sees the return of the more extreme 911 in the range, the track-focused 911 GT3 RS. It gets a massive rear wing, real hardcore race-car aerodynamic package, and a 518-horsepower version of the naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine from the GT3.

Last year we mentioned that we were expecting to see a bunch of new special edition Porsche 911 models for the 2023 model year and Porsche did not lets us down. To celebrate the brand's 70th year selling cars in North America, Porsche create an awesome off-road-oriented Dakar version of the 911. It gets knobby tires, a higher suspension, and the same powertrain as the Carrera 4 GTS. It is limited to just 2,500 examples and the starting price is a steep $223,450. There's also a range-topping America Edition GTS cabriolet that will join the 2023 911 lineup as a limited edition model. It gets a seven-speed manual transmission, Azure Blue 356 exterior paint, tri-finish wheels (with white, silver, and red detailing), and special bodyside graphics. The black leather interior is punctuated with red detailing throughout and illuminated door sill plates pay homage to the brand's North American history, all for "just" $186,370.

Previous Years: 2022 Porsche 911 Lineup

The latest 992-generation is familiar in many respects, and differs from its predecessors in others, but get it on a twisting road or a race track and there’s no doubting its provenance.

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STUTTCARS RATING: 9/10

Pros

Impressive powertrains; chassis; response and tactility of controls. There is a 911 for every buyer and they're all awesome.

Cons

You need to push it too hard to find the joy. New tech and larger size make them less "fun" than the old days

Verdict

Still the best sports car on the planet (any variant). Luxury car, supercar, track car and everything in between.

What's New for 2023

New to the 911 lineup for 2023 is the return of the extreme 911 GT3 RS. It gets a huge rear wing, race-car aero, a 518-horsepower naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine. The GT3 RS is the ultimate track toy. We also see the purist-focused 911 Carrera T back in the regular lineup, with its back to backs approach. Try rear-wheel drive, no rear seats, and a manual gearbox for under US$120k. We also see some new special edition 911s for the 2023 model year. A limited-edition (only 1250 will be made) Sport Classic is new for 2023, combining the classic sport classic design with a 543-hp version of the 911 Turbo’s engine, rear-drive, and the seven-speed manual. The standard Turbo engine was detuned to work within the manual transmission’s power limits. Pricing starts at US$273,750. For the first time, Porsche has given us an off-road focused 911 for 2023. To celebrate the brand's 70th year selling cars in North America, Porsche created this Dakar version of the 911 that comes with knobby tires, a lifted suspension, and the same powertrain as the Carrera 4 GTS. Limited to 2500 units and with a price of $223,450, it is a future classic. Finally, we also get a very limited America Edition GTS cabriolet model that comes with a seven-speed manual transmission, Azure Blue 356 exterior paint, tri-finish wheels (with white, silver, and red detailing), and special graphics.

Best 911 In The Range

We aren't going to pick a winning 2023 911 because Porsche does an amazing job of creating variants that are so specialized that they appeal to a specific type of customer. What we will do instead is tell you which 911 is best for each situation. If you want a daily 911 with more than enough power and speed for any occasion, then just pick a Carrera S (Carrera 4S if you are in a cold climate). Add Sport Chrono, Sport Seats Plus and the Sport package. They are the perfect package and you will never feel wanting for more. If you don't believe us and need something with a bit more fire, then the GTS variants are basically perfect street cars and can easily keep you entertained on track if that is your thing. The Targa GTS is the looker of the group, but a manual GTS coupe may just be the best all-rounder on the planet. All the money in the world and nothing to spend it on, then yes, the 911 GT3 is that good and you should buy it. While you could drive a GT3 daily, make no mistake that it is even more hardcore than ever and you're better off with a GTS if you really want to drive a 911 every day. For those shopping in 911 Turbo-land, just spend the extra money to get the 640 horsepower Turbo S. And don't forget the Carrera T, a back to basics 911 that is perfectly equipped with everything you need to have fun and not spend a total fortune.

What's Coming In 2024

The entire 911 range should get a mid-cycle refresh in 2024. Test-mules have already been spied all over the world as Porsche undertakes its extensive testing regime. Expect some form of mild-hybridization and a bunch of design and options changes across the range. We also expect that Porsche will announce the GT2 RS sometime in 2023 as a 2024 model year variant. Like this year, don't be surprised if we see more special edition 911s for 2024.

2023 Pricing Guide

911 Carrera Coupe - $107,550
911 Carrera 4 Coupe - $114,850
911 Carrera T Coupe - $118,050
911 Carrera S Coupe - $124,450
911 Targa 4 - $127,650
911 Carrera 4S Coupe - $131,750
911 Carrera GTS Coupe - $144,050
911 Targe 4S - $144,550
911 Carrera 4 GTS Coupe - $151,350
911 Targa GTS - $164,150
911 Turbo Coupe - $184,350
911 Turbo S Coupe - $217,550
911 GT3 - $171,150
911 GT3 Touring - $171,150
911 GT3 RS - $225,250
911 Sport Classic - $273,750 (Special Edition)
911 GTS America - $186,370 (Special Edition)
911 Dakar - $223,450 (Special Edition)

Ranking vs Competition

Chevrolet Corvette Z06 - $109,295 (Finally beats 911)
Porsche 911 - $107,550
Maserati MC20 - $217,000 (Underrated Rockstar)
Aston Martin Vantage - $142,086 (Not Quite There)
McLaren GT - $215,000 (Another McLaren)
Mercedes-AMG SL63 - $178,100 (Great Roadster)

Despite improving competition from the likes of Maserati and Mercedes-AMG, the Porsche 911 is still the best car around. While the core 911 platform is amazing, the GTS and GT3 variants are on another level entirely.

Speaking of another level, the new Corvette Z06 may just be the best car America has ever produced. The combination of power, sound and dynamics means the Z06 pips the 911 for 2023 as the best sports car on the planet. Never thought we would say that.

While marginally larger and heavier than the 991-generation model it replaced, the 992 is also more advanced. The architecture is more aluminium-intensive, it sports wider tracks, and Porsche’s turbocharged engines which have been fettled for even more power and torque.

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Current Porsche 911 Lineup

The first models to debut were the Carrera S and Carrera 4S. Both models are powered by a 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged flat-6 engine. The Carrera S and Carrera 4S Cabriolet followed a few months later, while the base Carrera and Carrera 4 was introduced in mid-2019. Porsche announced the Targa cars a year later. In mid-2021 we saw the full range of the five GTS models announced and as expected they were all well-specced, almost perfect out of the box. The top of the regular model lineup is still the 911 Turbo and Turbo Cabriolet, both with 572 hp and all-wheel drive sure-footedness. Introduced in March 2020, the 992 Turbo S and Turbo S Cabriolet were the first special edition 992 generation cars. In February 2021, Porsche introduced the 992's GT3 version. It uses the same 4.0 litre naturally aspirated flat-6 as the 991.2 generation, now producing and producing 500 bhp and 338 ft lbs of torque. Porsche spent a lot of time optimizing aero and managing weight. the GT3 features a large rear spoiler with larger air vents, a bigger diffuser, two large exhaust connections, bucket seats in its interior, and an optional roll cage. Porsche also introduced double-wishbone suspension, making the car stiffer and more stable with less body movements under braking. In short, the 992-gen GT3 has stiffer, faster-reacting damping, but with more comfort than before. Added to the core lineup for 2023 is the GT3 RS as well as the Carrera T. A myriad of special edition cars are also now part of the current Porsche lineup. These limited edition cars are likely already sold out given the small production runs.

Porsche 911 Dakar (992) (2023)

Porsche makes sports car history by launching its first publicly available rally car, the $223,450 911 Dakar. After extensive testing, Porsche has settled on a 3.0-liter twin-turbo six-cylinder boxer engine with 473 hp and 420 lb-ft of torque and an 8-speed PDK. True to rally form, an 80-mm suspension lifts the car, along with an optional roof rack and model-specific Pirelli Scorpion all-terrain tires.

Porsche 911 GT3 RS (992) (2023 – Present)

Arguably the most extreme 911 to be build as a production car for the road and track. The most significant improvements made to the RS—over both the 992 GT3 and the previous-gen 991 GT3 RS—were applied to the aerodynamics and chassis departments of the car. The new 911 GT3 RS is even more optimized for track use than its predecessors. The spontaneously responsive, high-revving four-litre, six-cylinder boxer engine has proven ideal for use at track days and club sport events.

Porsche 911 Carrera T (992) (2023 – Present)

The return of the Touring badge, now on the Type 992. In a way, the car may seem sparingly equipped, and apart from the paint color, the wheels, and if you want a 7-speed manual or 8-speed PDK, it is. But it’s what it’s equipped with that makes the Porsche drivers smile. The purist-focused Carrera T is perfectly specced for fun, with its sweet rear-wheel drive, no rear seats, and a manual gearbox for just $118,050.

Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet America Edition (992)

If you're not one for celebrating special models that don't improve performance, this 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet America will be right up your alley. Porsche has gone beyond just slapping on some new paint, unique trim, and special wheels. There is some performance to go along with the history behind the America name-plated Porsche, besides the incredibly long name.

Porsche 911 Sport Classic (992) (2023)

A total of 1,250 examples of the limited-edition model by Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur. While the original was a Carrera S, this time around, the power and handling come from a much feistier car, the Type 922 Turbo S. Returning is that amazing grey paint, that swooping ducktail spoiler, and the double-bubble roof. All-new is a mildly detuned Turbo S engine producing 543 HP and 442 lb-ft of turbocharged torque, mated to what can only be called a gift from the gods, a 7-speed manual gearbox.

Porsche 911 Edition 50 Years Porsche Design (992) (2022)

In 1972 Porsche Design was founded. The celebratory car is a 911 Targa 4 GTS, painted and finished to commemorate the Chronograph 1, which Porsche says was the first all-black watch. Gloss black paint is highlighted by a Satin Platinum finish on the targa bar and wheels. Inside, the Edition 50 Years Porsche Design—as English majors, you have no idea how painful it is for us to type that—gets black-and-gray checkered upholstery, a slate-gray steering wheel, and plenty of limited-edition badging, including F.A. Porsche's signature embossed into the center armrest. The powertrain is standard for the Targa 4 GTS.

Porsche 911 GT3 Cup (992) (2022 – Present)

The Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup features the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, the world’s best-selling race car. For this season, it’s the new generation. 510 hp, optimised intake manifold, electronic gearshift and power steering, fully digital cockpit, larger rear wing, and a double-wishbone front axle. This is a meaningfully upgraded race car. The new 911 GT3 Cup is taking on a great legacy. And it has already proven itself!

Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS (992) (2022 – Present)

The 2022 Porsche Targa 4 GTS adds more grunt, packs less weight, has sharper handling, and packages it up in the sexiest bodystyle that Porsche sells. The Targa 4 GTS gives us the best of all worlds, providing all-wheel-drive traction, an open-top experience, and a fixed-roof feeling in the same car. Its automatic transmission and adaptive suspension completed the image of a daily-driver sports car. This may be the perfect car.

Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet (992)

Porsche has also decided to gift the GTS a more distinct and dynamic personality that can’t be duplicated via the Carrera S’s options list (even if you could get the engine, which you cannot). The downside is that the price has gone up too and ticking a few more options boxes can get the Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet into 911 Turbo territory price-wise. In the engine department, the 3-litre twin turbo flat six develop 473 bhp and 420 ft lbs.

Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Coupe (992)

The engine is the same 3.0-litre, twin-turbocharged flat-six petrol engine as in the 911 Carrera S, but it has been fettled to produce 473 bhp. The GTS also has a bespoke suspension set-up that sits 10mm lower than the standard 911, and that's true no matter whether you choose two- or four-wheel drive. Most of the time, there's absolutely no difference between the standard GTS and the all-wheel-drive version. But when you need it, the AWD Carrera 4 GTS will save you.

Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet (992) (2022 – Present)

The 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet arrives with 473 horsepower and 420 ft lbs of torque. Porsche's ultimate Carrera cabriolet model is brilliant, and flexible. Sure, you can go faster in a 992 911 Turbo, but we guarantee it won't be as much fun or as engaging as the GTS Cabriolet. This is just a great car, an all-round sports car that combines effortless performance with open top fun. It gets a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six engine producing 473 horsepower.

Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Coupe (992) (2022 – Present)

The reality was that in the past you could basically build your own GTS. In the past, Porsche offered an optional factory "power kit" for 911 Carreras, but things are different now. That isn't an option for the 992. The 992 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS is therefore your only pass for accessing a version of the 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six tuned up to 473 hp and 420 ft lbs of torque. Those figures are achieved via an approximately 14.5 percent increase in turbo boost pressure.

Porsche 911 GT3 Touring (992) (2022 – Present)

The Touring makes sense for those who envision their GT3 more as a daily mode of transportation than a track specialist (it can do both well). GT performance is good enough for any paved road but the Touring was created for a certain type of personality. There is no other car that can invoke a sense of connection and purpose like a GT3 Touring (with a 6-speed manual transmission) can. This is the car to buy and own forever.

Porsche 911 GT3 (992) (2022 – Present)

The 992-era 911 GT3 confirms that Porsche is prepared to go to astonishing lengths to keep the hardcore faithful happy. The engine is a naturally aspirated 4.0-litre that revs to 9,000 rm and has little in common with the unit found elsewhere in the 992 range and a lot to do with the one in the GT3 Cup car. Power is up a modest 10bhp to 503 bhp, torque to 347 ft lbs. That’s more than enough. It’ll accelerate to 62mph in 3.4 seconds. It is the best sports car on the planet.

Porsche 911 Targa 4S (992) (2021 – Present)

Like the standard 4S, the Targa 4S produces 443 bhp @ 6500 rpm from a six-cylinder, 3.0-litre boxer engine with twin turbochargers, and puts it to the road via an eight-speed PDK and Stuttgart's refined all-wheel-drive system. 390 ft lbs from as low as 2300 rpm also means you have tons of mid-range power on tap for any situation. Compared to the previous generation Targa 4S, the new model is up 23 hp and 22 ft lbs of torque.

Porsche 911 Targa 4 (992) (2021 – Present)

While the base Targa isn't the most dynamic 911, it will suit a certain buyer well. If you want the sexiest looking 911 that is a great all-rounder and you don't plan on spanking it all the time, then this is a great 911 to buy. Even in lower-powered form, the 3.0-liter is a peach of an engine. Torquey across its rev range, it responds quickly to prods of the throttle. The real problem with the Targa is the added weight and the structure, which hurts it dynamically.

Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet (992) (2021 – Present)

All Porsche 911s are turbocharged these days but the Turbo model is something special. It gets the twin-turbo 3.7-liter flat six with tons of power and a huge $33,000 savings over the Turbo S. Thanks to an output of 573 hp, marking an increase of 32 hp over the predecessor, the new 911 Turbo Cabriolet accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds (0.2 seconds faster than before). The Turbo Cabriolet basically handles like a coupe.

Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe (992) (2021 – Present)

It would be a disservice to call this new Turbo a "lesser" car than the Turbo S, but it does have less in most departments. Less power at 573 HP. Less features compared to the jam-packed Turbo S. Most importantly, less money required to put one in your garage. This also is not to say that the new Turbo isn't anything short of a monster. It will still go 0 to 60 in 2.8 seconds, will corner like it was on rails with Porsche Torque Management (PTM) all-wheel-drive.

Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet (992) (2021 – Present)

The 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet is a formidable beast. The new Turbo S comes with an all-new, 3.8 liter boxer six with two variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbochargers. The power output is a staggering 640 hp and 590 lbs-ft of torque. In keeping with previous Turbo models, the engine powers all four wheels. A new 8 speed automatic transmission with a manual mode manages the power, and can power the car to 60 mph in a hair under a claimed 2.7 seconds.

Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe (992) (2021 – Present)

The current Turbo S comes with an all-new, 3.8 liter boxer six with two variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbochargers. The power output is a staggering 640 HP and 590 lbs-ft of torque. In keeping with previous Turbo models, the engine powers all four wheels. A new 8 speed automatic transmission with a manual mode manages the power, and can power the car to 60 MPH in a hair under a claimed 2.6 seconds. This is a staggeringly quick and capable car.

Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet (992) (2020 – Present)

Features like Porsche’s active suspension and the new-for-992 “wet mode” are standard on the Carrera 4 variants, but the electronically controlled limited slip rear differential (standard on the 4S), as well as ceramic composite brakes (cast iron rotors are standard). The current 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet is equipped with PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management). The twin-turbo flat-six has 379 hp and 331 ft lbs of torque.

Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Coupe (992) (2020 – Present)

The Carrera 4 is the base model 911, equipped with all-wheel drive. It starts at $109,850 for 2022, which is about $7,000 more than the standard rear-drive Carrera. Other than the additional all-wheel-drive system and the 150 odd pound increase in curb weight, the Carrera 4 is identical to its rear-drive sibling. It gets the same 379-hp, twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six engine. The twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter flat-six has 379 hp.

Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet (992) (2020 – Present)

Top down summertime driving in the current 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet is about as good as it gets. It checks all of the right boxes, as while it has matured into almost a GT-type car; it still boasts more performance than ever. Like the rest of Carrera S models, the Carrera 4S Cabriolet is powered by the same 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six that makes 443 horsepower and 390 ft lbs of torque. It comes standard with the same eight-speed twin-clutch automatic transmission.

Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe (992) (2020 – Present)

The perfect daily driving sports car with an all-weather, remarkably high-performance envelope. Like the rest of Carrera S models, the Carrera 4S is powered by the same 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six that makes 443 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque. It also comes standard with the same eight-speed twin-clutch automatic transmission with the same gear ratios, except the 4S with an added clutch and differential up front.

Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet (992) (2020 – Present)

The Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet also features a heated glass rear window and integrated magnesium support elements. The automatic fabric top opens and closes at speeds of up to 31 miles per hour in just 12 seconds – one second quicker than before. The 992 Carrera S Cabriolet gets a twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six with 443 bhp and 390 ft lbs of torque. That is 29 more horsepower and 22 more ft lbs of torque than the outgoing model.

Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe (992) (2020 – Present)

If the base 911 coupe doesn't do it for you, maybe the Carrera S coupe gets you over the line. For about $20k more, you get more horsepower, torque vectoring and bigger wheels. The Carrera S uses a version of the 3.0L twin-turbo flat-6 that generates 443 hp and 390 lb-ft of torque. Torque vectoring allows different amounts of torque to be distributed between drive wheels on the same axle. This means the inside wheel can turn slower than the outside wheel for improved cornering.

Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet (992) (2020 – Present)

Removing the roof the car is supposed to have little impact on its chassis stiffness and curvy road prowess, but Porsche tells us that the current generation 911 Cabriolet drives just as well as the coupe. Powering the base Cabriolet is the same impressive turbocharged flat-six engine that makes 379 bhp @ 6500 rpm and 331 ft lbs of torque. The base cabriolet can do the 0 to 60 mph run in 4.2 seconds flat. With the optional Sport Chrono Package that drops to 4.0 seconds.

Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe (992) (2020 – Present)

The most basic version of the Porsche 911 Carrera has now been unveiled. Porsche chose to detune the twin-turbocharged flat-six engine and downgrade some of the chassis components. These cars offer very good performance and driving dynamics for a slightly lower price. While marginally larger and heavier than the 991-generation model it replaced, the 992 is also more advanced. Power climbs by 15 bhp from the 991 Carrera, to 379 bhp @ 6500 rpm, which is more than enough horsepower for the street.

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