Porsche’s first-ever hybrid 911 Turbo S delivers blistering lap times, upgraded tech, and a hefty five-figure price increase
The most potent version of the 911, the Turbo S, has always been hailed as the perfect mix of supercar-rivaling performance, top-notch handling and practicality in everyday use. Now, Porsche has unveiled its latest iteration in both Coupe and Convertible guise and it’s pulled out all the stops, going as far as making it, for the first time ever, a hybrid.
A Hybrid Powerhouse
In creating the 2026 911 Turbo S, Weissach’s engineers chose to implement the latest tech pioneered by last year’s GTS. However, while the latter utilizes a single electric turbocharger, the Turbo S uses two eTurbos which Porsche says boost output to 701 hp and deliver 590 lb-ft of torque from 2,300 to 6,000 rpm, all while improving engine responsiveness. That’s a gain of 61 hp over the current non-hybrid 911 Turbo S, which produces 640 hp and the same 590 lb-ft.
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Like the previous generation, the 992.1 Turbo S is powered by a 3.6-liter flat-six. However, apart from the two new eTurbos, it also sports a 1.9 kWh high-voltage battery and an electric motor that’s integrated in the eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, which sends power to all four corners via the Porsche Traction Management all-wheel drive system.
As a result, the new Turbo S sprints to 60 mph (96 km/h) in a mere 2.4 seconds and to 124 mph (200 km/h) in 8.4 seconds, improving on its predecessor by 0.2 and 0.5 seconds respectively when using Launch Control. Meanwhile, top speed stands at 200 mph (320 km/h), which is 5 mph (8 km/h) less than before.
According to Porsche, the 911 Turbo S tips the scales at 3,829 lbs (1,736 kg), which is pretty hefty for a sports car. However, as the company is quick to point out, the 180-lb (~82 kg) weight increase is not a big deal, especially considering the extra parts necessitated by the addition of the hybrid system.
14 Seconds Faster On The ‘Ring
To rubber-stamp the new model’s prowess, in fall 2024, during the car’s final development stages, a lightly camouflaged prototype lapped the Nurburgring Nordschleife in 7:03.92, a stunning 14 seconds faster than the previous model.
“You don’t feel the weight gain. On the contrary – the car is much more agile, has more grip and is significantly faster than its predecessor in all relevant sections of the track,” said Porsche Brand Ambassador Jorg Bergmeister, who helped develop and test the new 911 Turbo S and set its Nurburgring lap time.
It goes without saying that this lap time wasn’t achieved solely thanks to the powertrain’s output; the car’s handling had to be up to the task, too. That was made possible thanks to (standard) electro-hydraulically controlled Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control that reduces body roll and improves agility and, since it uses the car’s 400-volt electrical system that’s identical to the one on the GTS, has a quicker reaction time than purely hydraulic units.
Engineering The Details
While we’re on the tech front, the 992.2-gen Turbo S comes as standard with ceramic brakes measuring 420 mm in diameter up front and 410 mm at the back, as well as 255/35 ZR 20 front and 325/30 ZR 21 rear tires.
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Since power is up, Porsche ensured that it had to fiddle with various other parts of the fastest 911 ever. Thus, it fitted vertical cooling flaps and an active front diffuser at the front and an extendable rear wing so as to improve cooling, while the rear end got a titling and extendable wing. The goal was, apart from cooling, to reduce drag when required and also improve handling.
Finally, the new sports exhaust system’s muffler and tips are made out of titanium, saving weight and, at the same time, enhancing the engine’s soundtrack.
Feeling Special Inside-Out
The cabin is typical 992.2, albeit with some unique elements as befits the lineup’s range-topper, the most notable of which are Turbonite accents on the steering wheel, instrument cluster, dashboard, center console, and seat belts. Carbon fiber inserts with Neodyme accents and a black Race-Tex headliner further enhance the interior’s character.
The Coupe is available as a two-seater with 18-way adjustable chairs (the rear seats are a no-cost option if you absolutely must), while the Cabriolet comes solely in a 2+2 configuration. As is the norm these days in the premium and luxury segments, personalization is on the cards via Porsche’s Exclusive Manufactur division.
The brand’s Paint to Sample program allows customers to make their car stand out from the rest and a luxurious COSC-certified chronograph by Porsche Design lets them, in the company’s own words, bring their 911 Turbo S on their wrist.
Priced From $270k (Pending Tariffs)
In the US, where sales will commence in Spring 2026, the new 911 Turbo S is priced from $270,300 for the Coupe and $284,300 for the Cabriolet, excluding a $2,350 delivery fee, taxes, title and registration. That represents a significant increase of $31,600 for the Coupe and $32,300 for the Cabriolet compared to the current model, which is priced at $238,700 and $252,000 respectively.
Like the rest of the industry, Porsche is waiting to see how the Trump administration’s economic policy eventually plays out and, thus, points out that the MSRP is subject to any potential increase in tariffs.
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