Super-charged sibling

Porsche adds a new Carrera S to the 911 lineup for the 2025 model year.

Compiled by Matthew Cottrell / Image courtesy of Porsche Cars North America

The 911 Carrera S, available in both Coupé and Cabriolet versions for the 2025 model year, bridges the gap between the 911 Carrera and the more performance-oriented 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid.

Under the hood, the iconic and upgraded 3.0-liter twin-turbo boxer six-cylinder engine now outputs 473 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque, an increase of 30 horsepower compared to its predecessor while simultaneously reducing emissions. To achieve this enhanced performance and efficiency, Porsche has fitted new turbochargers and optimized the charge-air cooling, among other improvements. Power is delivered to the rear wheels via an eight-speed Porsche dual-clutch transmission (PDK). When equipped with the Sport Chrono Package, the Carrera S Coupe can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in as little as 3.1 seconds—0.2 seconds faster than the previous model—and reaches a top speed of 191 mph.

From a performance standpoint, the improvements for this model include a Sport Exhaust with silver tailpipes and brakes sourced from the previous generation 911 Carrera GTS, measuring 408 mm on the front axle and 380 mm on the rear axle. The updated dampers feature optimized hydraulics that enhance responsiveness and improve ride quality compared to the previous model.

Key performance-focused standard features from the earlier model remain unchanged, including Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV+) and staggered 20/21-inch Carrera S wheels. Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) and PASM Sport Suspension, which lowers the ride height by 10 mm, are also available. An optional rear-axle steering system improves agility at low speeds and enhances stability at high speeds.

The 2025 Carrera S models feature a significantly upgraded interior as standard. Compared to previous Carrera S models, the interior now includes more leather upholstery on various elements, such as the seats, headrests, upper dashboard, upper door panels, and, if equipped, the rear seats. As with other 911 Carrera Coupe models in the current generation, a two-seat interior is standard, with the option to include rear seats at no additional cost. For Cabriolet models, rear seats are standard, and there is no option to delete them.

For those seeking enhanced luxury, a full leather interior covering additional surfaces such as the lower dashboard, glove box lid, rear side panels, and rear tunnel is available as an upgrade. An exclusive Manufaktur Leather Interior option offers up to 48 possible two-tone combinations for further customization.

The Carrera S benefits from an upgraded standard equipment package common to the entire model series, such as Matrix Design LED headlights, a cooled wireless smartphone charger, and a drive mode knob integrated into the heated steering wheel. Available options include a front axle lift system, innovative HD-Matrix Design LED headlights, and the Sport Chrono package with the Porsche Track Precision app—ideal for those who enjoy track days.

The new 911 Carrera S is now available to order as a Coupe or Cabriolet with rear-wheel drive. Its MSRP is $146,400 and $159,600, respectively, excluding a $1,995 delivery, processing, and handling fee. Delivery to U.S. Porsche Centers is expected to begin in Spring 2025.