Porsche 911 hybrid coming in 2024
992.2 generation Porsche 911 gets hybrid as a form of assist
It has been confirmed. The Porsche 911, as we know it, is about to undergo what’s arguably the most significant change since its engine went from air-cooled in the 993 to water-cooled in the 996.
Porsche is about to introduce a model refresh to the current-generation 992. And as part of that update, the iconic 911 is getting electrified. But wait a second die-hard Porsche fans, don’t raise your pitchforks just yet.
The 911 won’t become fully-electric just yet, nor is it going to be a plug-in hybrid. Instead, the electrification will come as a form of assist to increase its performance.
Porsche calls the 992.2 generation 911 to have a "high-performance hybrid drive” inspired by the brand’s racing division and by that, they may be referring to their previous and current challengers for the Le Mans 24 Hours – the successful 919 Hybrid and the 963.
While there’s not much concrete information before the 992.2 generation 911 hybrid makes its debut, the updated model is expected to feature a tweaked exterior, a revamped interior, and the aforementioned dose of electrification on its six-cylinder engines. Yes, the electrification is expected to be introduced across the entire 911 model range.
Reports say the 911’s 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six motor will be assisted by a 400-volt hybrid system with an integrated starter generator that Porsche co-developed with Rimac – a well-known performance EV brand that Porsche has a stake in.
The electric motor could be located on the front axle, which makes the 911 an all-wheel-drive sports car. Reports say the standard hybrid version could produce around 475 PS, with more potent versions for the Turbo, GT2 and GT3 variants expected to follow in the future.
Once Porsche launches the 911 Hybrid in the European summer (June to September 2024), the Stuttgart brand will complete its electrified model lineup. Furthermore, the 911 Hybrid will be a part of Porsche’s busy 2024, with launches of the Taycan Turbo GT, the new Panamera, and the all-electric Macan also scheduled this year.
