Porsche 911 (992) review – Carrera to Turbo S Cabriolet and T-Hybrid

Explore the entire Porsche 911 (992) lineup: Carrera, Targa, Turbo, GT3, special editions and new T-Hybrid — power figures, performance and key features.

The Porsche 911 is more than a sports car – it is a living legend. Each generation reinvents the formula without losing the core character that made it iconic. In the 992 generation, there are 26 variants, each with its own personality and purpose.

The journey begins with the Carrera, the entry point to the 911 world. All Carreras are powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six, with outputs ranging from 380 hp to 473 hp in the GTS. The Carrera S offers a seven-speed manual option, while the GTS adds a more aggressive body kit, smoked taillights, and center-lock wheels. Thanks to options like the Aero Kit and Sport Exhaust, visual distinctions between trims are increasingly subtle.

The Carrera family also includes all-wheel-drive versions (Carrera 4, 4S, 4 GTS) and Cabriolets. The Carrera T stands apart as a lighter, purist-friendly model, minus 77 pounds, with a lower ride height and sport seats – a kind of budget-friendly GT3 for those who crave driver focus.

The Targa variants, always all-wheel drive, offer the signature roll bar and a retractable roof, adding a unique open-air experience to the Carrera formula.

Then come the Turbo and Turbo S models – the heavy hitters. Their 3.7-liter engines deliver 572 and 641 hp, respectively. The Turbo S Cabriolet adds the thrill of open-top driving, with a soft top that folds in just 12 seconds. The car rockets to 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds and reaches 330 km/h.

In 2025, Porsche introduced the 992.2 with the T-Hybrid system: a 3.6-liter engine paired with electrified turbochargers and an e-motor integrated into the PDK gearbox. Power jumped to 711 PS, making it the most powerful production 911 ever. The result is staggering performance – 0–60 mph in 2.4 seconds and a Nürburgring lap 14 seconds faster than its predecessor. Porsche Active Aerodynamics adjusts the front spoiler and rear wing for optimal stability at speed.

At the top of the enthusiast spectrum lies the GT3 with its naturally aspirated 4.0-liter engine (503 hp). The Touring version keeps the power but drops the rear wing for a cleaner look, while the GT3 RS transforms the 911 into a near race car with a huge adjustable wing and extreme aero.

Special editions add even more flavor: the Sport Classic (the most powerful manual 911, limited to 1,250 units), the Dakar with off-road design cues and fixed tow hooks, and the 911 ST, created for the 60th anniversary – the lightest 992 with a six-speed manual and stripped-down configuration.

All this variety is what makes the 911 unique: a car for every driver, from daily commuters to track-day regulars. The Turbo S Cabriolet embodies this versatility, a car that blends open-air freedom with supercar-level performance. The T-Hybrid version hints at a future where electrification will become a bigger part of the story – without losing the unmistakable spirit of the 911.