Will the Porsche 911 soon be hybrid?
This page is translated from the original post "La Porsche 911 très prochainement hybride ?" in French.
- 19/08/2023 14:55
The head of Porsche development, Frank Walliser, made a confession: the 911 Type 992 could very easily be hybrid.
Managing communication is an art, and Porsche is very skilled at this game. One month before the grand global automotive event at the Munich Motor Show (September 5-10, 2023), a quietly released statement from the German manufacturer catches the eye. It features a lengthy statement from its technical director in charge of architectures, Frank Walliser, about the 911 Type 992, which is reaching mid-cycle after its introduction in 2018.
« The new eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK) could accommodate an electric motor. False floors in the bodywork have created space for batteries. This means that the 911 has been compatible with hybrid technology since 2019 — and is perfectly prepared for the future ».
Produced in 97,000 units over four full calendar years, the Porsche 911 Type 992 is sometimes criticized for its lack of hybridization. Not necessarily to be more environmentally friendly, but to be even more performance-oriented. « Porsche’s history is unique and clearly part of our identity. We are engineers and motorsport enthusiasts who love taking on challenges — and we enjoy competing with others’ ideas ».
Does this mean a hybrid Porsche 911 will be presented in the coming days? All signs point to yes.
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