The Porsche 911 Dakar is coming, and to make sure that it lives up to its name, the Bavarian sportscar maker has put it through a tough testing program. The said test spans over 9,600 kilometers of off-road testing over snow, sand, and gravel. Suffice to say, they aren’t pulling any punches with this.
The Porsche 911 Dakar on snow
That’s because Porsche wants to get the very best out of the 911 Dakar. The test allows the brand’s engineers to make adjustments to its suspension in particular. And so far, even the two-time world rally champion Walter Röhrl says that he is “absolutely stunned by how well the car performed here on loose surfaces.”
Porsche specifically reported that it kept under control when tackling the glass-like surface of a frozen lake. It also managed to climb 160-foot sand dunes in 45-degree Celsius weather in the Sahara Desert repeatedly. Likewise, it also performed well at the Chateau de Lastours test track, a scenic place with hard and rocky terrain.
Taking on the dunes of the Sahara Desert
But despite its high ground clearance and aggressive all-terrain tires, it still retains roughly the same driving characteristics as a typical Porsche 911 on the road.
As a nod to the 911 that won the Dakar Rally way back in 1984, the upcoming 911 Dakar might just be capable of running the said rally itself. It is the first-ever two-door Porsche to get off-road specs, and it even gets an all-wheel-drive system.
But as much as Porsche fans would want to know more about the Porsche 911 Dakar, no technical details were released as of this writing. No exact details were given regarding its engine, and we aren’t sure how its interior is designed.
This 911 is a certified rally beast
It was confirmed that this jacked-up 911 will be unveiled at the upcoming 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show from November 19 to November 28. So if you want more details about this beast, keep it here on Philkotse.
Know more about Porsche 911 2024
The Porsche 911, pronounced as nine-eleven, is one of the most acclaimed sports cars respected by professional drivers and other car manufacturers worldwide. It is hailed for its stunning design meticulously crafted to provide an astounding performance in every ride. Inside, it is built with the latest safety, convenience, and premium features fit for royalty. Locally, it is offered in the following variants: the Porsche 911 Carrera, the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Carrera S, the Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4S, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Targa 4, the Porsche 911 Targa 4S, the Porsche 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition, the Porsche 911 Turbo, the Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Turbo S, the Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Cabriolet GTS, the Porsche 911 Carrera GTS, the Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS, the Porsche 911 Speedster, and the Porsche 911 GT3 RS.
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Porsche 911 Launch
The Porsche 911 was designed by Ferdinand Porsche and was developed as a more powerful replacement for the Porsche 356. In 1963, it debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show fitted with a 2.0-liter, air-cooled engine. Two years after it was exported in the US.
Fast forward to today and after producing one million automobiles in May 2017, the Porsche 911 line is still reigning supreme after every model release. According to the German premium automobile company, 70% of this model is still roadworthy today.
Porsche 911 Exterior
Since its first release, the Porsche 911 received subtle changes to pay homage to its timeless and legendary status. At the front, it is fitted with a mildly refreshed bumper with a pair of contemporary matrix headlights.
Its body is still designed with the perfect balance of classy curves and edges that effortlessly exude a premium appeal. Its rear is fitted with slightly revamped taillights and brake lights. Its bumper, designed with air vents, complements the overall look of the vehicle.
Porsche 911 Interior
To match its posh looks on the outside, the cabin of the Porsche 911 features luxury such as the sports steering wheel wrapped in leather, fully electric sports seats covered in leather with a memory package, air vents with leather trimmings, personalized floor mats, a highly efficient and interactive center console, and a contemporary instrument cluster with crystal clear graphics, and tachometer dial guards and more.
To answer their customer’s needs and preferences, Porsche offers exclusive interior trims that will truly personalize their iconic vehicle.
Technology & Safety Features
Providing useful details such as fuel economy, driving mode, speed, and other useful information is a seven-inch touchscreen system. Also, an 11-inch touchscreen on the center console is available to provide vast driving information, car entertainment, and more.
In terms of safety, the standard on all variants is the side impact beams, ABS and Driveline Traction Control, dual-stage driver and passenger mounted side airbags, curtain first-row airbags, outboard front lap and shoulder safety belts, tire pressure warning, and electronic stability control.
Platform & Chassis
The Porsche 911 is manufactured with the Porsche Active Suspension Management that guarantees comfort and heightened dynamics. The S variant utilizes the sports suspension with a lowered body. Its springs are engineered tougher and shorter with front anti-roll bars and stiff rear axles.
Engine & Drivetrain
The standard variants run using a 350 horsepower, six-cylinder engine while the S models are fitted with a 400-horsepower version. The GTS variant is affixed with a 430-horsepower six-cylinder engine while the GT3 is powered by a 475-horsepower, six-cylinder motor engine.
The Turbo models come with a turbocharged, 520-horsepower engine and the Turbo S variant is equipped with a 560-horsepower motor.
All models excluding the GT3 and Turbo choices offer a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic or a seven-speed manual transmission. The Turbo, Turbo S, and the GT3 only come with a PDK gearbox.
Porsche 911 2024 Price List
The official price list for the Porsche 911 is not available in the Philippines. To find the best price, request a callback from Porsche dealers.
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