The 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo coupe and cabriolet arrive to fill the void in the 992-generation lineup between the Carrera S and Turbo S. Prices start at £134,400 for the hardtop and £143,560 for the convertible. They're available to order now in the UK.
The 2021 911 Turbo packs a 3.8-litre, twin-turbo flat-six engine making 572 bhp (427 kilowatts) and 553 pound-feet (750 Newton-metres) of torque. It can reach 60 miles per hour (96 kilometres per hour) in 2.7 seconds for the coupe and 2.8 seconds for the convertible. Both have a top speed of 198 mph (319 kph).
The 911 Turbo's big brother:
For comparison, the latest 911 Turbo S has 641 bhp (477 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) torque. The hardtop model reaches 60 mph in 2.6 seconds or 2.7 seconds for the cabriolet. They have a top speed of 205 mph (330 kph). This variant retails for £155,970 for the coupe or £165,127 for the convertible.
Gallery: 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe
Other than the less powerful engine, the 911 Turbo has a drivetrain that's largely identical to the Turbo S. It uses an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox that runs through an all-wheel-drive system. Rear-axle steering helps sharpen the handling.
One difference between the two models is that the 911 Turbo comes with cast-iron brake rotors. They measure 16.06 inches (408 millimetres) in front and 14.96 inches (380 millimetres) at the rear. The Turbo S' standard Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes are an option on this model.
Inside, the 911 Turbo comes standard with a 10.9-inch infotainment screen and 14-way power sport seats.
If you want to give your 911 Turbo some of the elements of the S, then the company has options available to make that possible. The hotter variant's Lightweight package slices off about 30 kilograms (66 pounds) through changes like removing the rear seats and taking away some sound insulation. The Sport package adds the SportDesign body pieces, different trim, and clear taillights.
Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control, a lowered suspension, and sport exhaust are also available. Customers can upgrade the safety assists with InnoDrive with adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, surround view, and night vision assist.
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The new Porsche 911 Turbo
2021 911 Turbo Coupe and Cabriolet with new options and significantly increased power
Atlanta. Since its introduction over 45 years ago, the Porsche 911 Turbo has balanced everyday usability with exhilarating performance.
Following the recent introduction of the 2021 911 Turbo S, the 2021 911 Turbo Coupe and Cabriolet are now making their debut.
Thanks to an output of 572 hp (427 kW), marking an increase of 32 hp over the predecessor, the new 911 Turbo accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 2.7 seconds (0.2 seconds faster than before) while the new 911 Turbo Cabriolet takes 2.8 seconds (also 0.2 seconds faster) The acceleration, power output and torque (553 lb.-ft.) of the new 911 Turbo are on the level of the previous 2019 911 Turbo S.
Like the 2021 911 Turbo S, the twin-turbo boxer engine in the 911 Turbo models is mated to a standard eight-speed PDK transmission with Turbo-specific internals and calibration. The top track speed of the new 911 Turbo models is 198 mph. New options such as a Sport and Lightweight package, Sport Suspension with a lower ride height and Sport Exhaust system, first introduced for the 911 Turbo S, are also available for the 911 Turbo for the first time, providing an even higher degree of customization than ever before.
The 2021 911 Turbo models follow in prestigious footsteps: the 911 Turbo has been the ultimate intersection of performance and luxury within the 911 model line since 1975. The latest generation of 911 Turbo is more than twice as powerful as the original 930 Turbo, which featured a three-liter, six-cylinder boxer engine, single turbocharger and an output of up to 260 PS, depending on the market.
Like the recently introduced 2021 911 Turbo S, the six-cylinder boxer engine in the new 911 Turbo has a displacement of 3,745 cc and now features symmetrical VTG turbochargers with electrically controlled bypass valves. In conjunction with the redesigned charge air cooling system and the use of piezo fuel injectors, this improves throttle response, performance, torque delivery and the free-revving nature of the engine. In the Turbo models, this engine makes 572 hp. Complementing the increase in power, the chassis has been tuned to offer an even greater level of performance.
Adopting the changes implemented on the new 911 Turbo S earlier this year, steering response and precision on the new 911 Turbo models have been further improved thanks to an additional 1.65 inches of front track width and the new 20-inch 255/35 tires (up from 245/35 previously).
Also shared with the 2021 911 Turbo S, the Porsche Traction Management (PTM) active all-wheel drive system in the 911 Turbo is able to transfer even more power to the front wheels than before.
Traction at the rear axle, which is equipped with rear-axle steering as standard, is increased even further by 0.39 inches of added track width compared to the last 911 Turbo, as well as 315/30 tires on 21-inch wheels (305/30 R 20 previously). The revamped brake system is even larger than on the last 911 Turbo and can be recognized by the red fixed calipers. The front cast iron brake rotors now measure 408 millimeters in diameter (28 mm larger than the previous 911 Turbo) and are 36 millimeters thick (plus 2 mm). The rear axle features 380-millimeter brake rotors that are 30 millimeters thick. Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB), standard on the 911 Turbo S, with 10-piston front calipers, are available as an option.
A Sport Exhaust system that was introduced on the 2021 911 Turbo S is also optionally available for the 911 Turbo for the very first time. Two different suspension options are also new: while the standard PASM suspension offers a greater spread between agility and ride comfort than before, the particularly performance oriented, electronically controlled PASM Sport Suspension with a 0.39 inch (10 mm) lower ride height compared to the standard suspension benefits the agility of the new 911 Turbo even further with a set-up aimed at further enhancing driving dynamics. Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC), which uses active anti-roll stabilization, is available as an option for the 911 Turbo models.
The muscular design of the 911 Turbo reflects the significant increase in power and performance of the new generation. Shared with the 2021 911 Turbo S, the body of the new 911 Turbo models is 1.8 inches wider than the predecessor at the front fenders to accommodate the increase in track width and tire size compared to the previous model. The new front luggage compartment lid featuring a striking recess in the center underlines the performance-focused character. LED headlights with PDLS Plus are fitted as standard. At the rear axle, the body is now 0.78 inches wider than the previous generation 911 Turbo (991), also to accommodate wider track and tires.
Other distinguishing features of the new 911 Turbo are the enhanced adaptive aerodynamics with controlled cooling air flaps at the front, a larger active front spoiler and the significantly increased size of the active rear spoiler. The air intakes on the rear side panels, characteristic for the 911 Turbo, now draw in process air rather than cooling air. The charge air coolers are now positioned directly in the air stream under the rear decklid. The continuous light bar with LED tail lights as well as the new louvered rear decklid grille with silver trim strips round off the design of the rear end.
The appearance and performance-focused character of the vehicle can be additionally enhanced by the optional Lightweight package and Sport package. The Lightweight package for the coupe reduces the vehicle’s weight by about 66 pounds. Full Bucket seats, the deletion of the rear seats and reduced sound insulation contribute to the weight savings and allow the exhaust note to enter the cabin more intensely. The Sport package encompasses all the elements of the SportDesign package as well as additional applications in Black, carbon fiber elements and Exclusive Design clear taillights.
The basic elements of the 911 Turbo interior correspond to those of the current 911 Carrera models with Porsche Advanced Cockpit and Direct Touch Control. The 10.9- inch Porsche Communication Management (PCM) center screen can be operated quickly. The extensive list of standard equipment includes electrically adjustable 14- way Sport seats, the Sport Chrono package, a GT Sport steering wheel with shift paddles and mode switch as well as the BOSE® Surround Sound System. Numerous options are available, including Porsche InnoDrive with adaptive cruise control, Lane Keep Assist with traffic sign recognition, Night Vision Assist, Surround View and a Burmester® High-End Surround Sound System.
The 2021 911 Turbo models are available to order now and are expected to reach U.S. dealers by early 2021. MSRP is $170,800 for the 911 Turbo Coupe and $183,600 for the 911 Turbo Cabriolet, both not including the $1,350 delivery, processing and handling fee.