Entering a new phase, the 2025 iteration of the Porsche 911 from the 992 generation has received a refresh, now offering a hybrid powertrain option for the first time.
Ahead of its upcoming release this autumn, the revised 2025 911 includes enhancements for the Carrera, Carrera GTS, and Targa 4 GTS variants. Notably, the introduction of a hybrid powertrain is currently exclusive to the GTS lineup.
While the Turbo, Turbo S, and GT3 RS models will remain unchanged for 2025, updates are in the pipeline. Rumors suggest that the Turbo S may also get a hybrid enhancement. Furthermore, an updated GT3 version may be in development, though it’s uncertain if an updated Carrera S is part of the plan.
The newly introduced hybrid powertrain, known as the T-Hybrid, represents the most significant transformation for the 911 since transitioning from air-cooled to water-cooled engines with the 996 generation in the 1990s. This powertrain integrates a compact and lightweight electric motor into the 911’s standard 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
2025 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS
The electric motor can independently generate 54 hp and is designed to assist the internal-combustion engine, a newly developed turbocharged 3.6-liter flat-6 producing 478 hp. Additionally, the turbocharger incorporates an electric motor to accelerate the compressor wheel at low rpms for swift boost pressure development. Similar to the transmission-integrated electric motor that regenerates energy during braking, the turbocharger-integrated motor recovers energy from the exhaust. All harvested energy is stored in a compact 1.9 kwh battery, resulting in the hybrid system adding just 103 pounds of weight.
Following the inspiration drawn from Porsche’s motorsport hybrid systems, the primary objective of the 911’s hybrid system is performance enhancement rather than fuel efficiency. The combined power output for the Carrera GTS stands at 532 hp, marking a 59 hp increase over the current model. Porsche claims a 0-60 mph acceleration time of 2.9 seconds, which is 0.3 seconds faster than the existing version, with a top speed of 194 mph.
The updated Carrera retains the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter flat-6 engine from the current model but features some adjustments for power augmentation, including turbochargers from the current Carrera GTS and the intercooler from the current Turbo. The peak power output is now 388 hp, a boost of 9 hp compared to the current Carrera.
Other notable changes to the 2025 911 involve new internals for the headlights incorporating matrix LED technology, integration of daytime running lights into the units (previously separate), redesigned taillights, and revised aerodynamic fascias. The lineup also offers new wheel patterns ranging from 19 to 21 inches.
Regarding the interior, a fully digital dashboard makes its debut. While the centrally located analog tachometer remains in the current lineup, a novel engine start button is now positioned to the left of the steering wheel in typical Porsche fashion. Moreover, the updated steering wheel incorporates additional functions, including a standard drive mode selector.
Interested buyers can already place orders for the 2025 911 lineup. The Carrera starts at $122,095, exclusively offering rear-wheel drive, representing a price increment of about $6,000 from the previous year.
Opting for the Carrera GTS, the new hybrid variant, will require a minimum investment of $166,895. Available in rear-wheel or all-wheel drive configurations, the Targa model specifically comes with all-wheel drive.
As previously mentioned, the Turbo, Turbo S, and GT3 RS models remain unchanged for 2025, starting at $199,195, $232,395, and $243,295, respectively, with all prices inclusive of a $1,995 destination charge.
