With its new 911 R, Porsche is unveiling a puristic sports car in classical design. Like its legendary predecessor, the new 911 R relies on systematic lightweight construction, maximum performance and an unfiltered driving experience. This special limited edition model of 991 units has an overall weight of 1,370kg and is currently the lightest version of the 911.
With the high-revving six-cylinder, naturally aspirated engine and manual sports transmission, Porsche is once again displaying its commitment to especially emotional high-performance sports cars. Developed in the motorsport workshop, the 911 R extends the spectrum of high-performance naturally aspirated engines alongside the 911 GT3 and 911 GT3 RS.
At work in the rear of the 911 R is the six-cylinder flat engine with a displacement of 4.0-litres.
The racing engine delivers 493bhp at 8,250rpm and generates 460Nm of torque at 6,250rpm. From a standing start, the rear-engined car breaks through the 100km/h barrier in just 3.8 seconds, on to a top speed of 323km/h. The 911 R is available exclusively with a six-speed sports (manual) transmission.
The 911 R could almost have been made for tight corners. The specially tuned standard rear-axle steering guarantees especially direct turn-in characteristics and precise handling while maintaining high stability. The mechanical rear differential lock builds up maximum traction. Ensuring the 911 R stops on a dime are Porsche's Ceramic Composite Brakes as a standard feature.
Ultra high-performance tyres are responsible for contact with the road and they're mounted on forged 20-inch lightweight wheels with central lock. Motorsport development has also specially adapted the control systems of the Porsche Stability Management for the 911 R.
With its overall weight of 1,370kg, the 911 R undercuts the 911 GT3 RS by 50kg. Bonnet and wings are made of carbon and the roof of magnesium. This reduces the centre of gravity for the vehicle. Rear windscreen and rear side windows consist of lightweight plastic.
Additional factors are the reduced insulation in the interior and the omission of a rear bench seat. The optional air-conditioning system and the radio including audio system also fall victim to the slimming cure.
Ultra high-performance tyres are responsible for contact with the road and they're mounted on forged 20-inch lightweight wheels with central lock. Motorsport development has also specially adapted the control systems of the Porsche Stability Management for the 911 R.
With its overall weight of 1,370kg, the 911 R undercuts the 911 GT3 RS by 50kg. Bonnet and wings are made of carbon and the roof of magnesium. This reduces the centre of gravity for the vehicle. Rear windscreen and rear side windows consist of lightweight plastic.
Additional factors are the reduced insulation in the interior and the omission of a rear bench seat. The optional air-conditioning system and the radio including audio system also fall victim to the slimming cure.
From the exterior, the 911 R gives a reserved impression. At first sight, the body resembles that of the Carrera. Merely the nose and rear body familiar from the 911 GT3 hint at the birthplace of the 911 R: namely the motorsport department in Flacht. All the lightweight components of the body and the complete chassis originate from the 911 GT3.
However, with a view to road use, the body manages without the fixed rear wing. Instead, a retractable rear spoiler, familiar from the Carrera models, and a rear underbody diffuser specific to R models provide the necessary downforce. Front and rear aprons come from the 911 GT3. The sports exhaust system consists of the lightweight construction material titanium. A redesigned spoiler lip is installed at the front.
However, with a view to road use, the body manages without the fixed rear wing. Instead, a retractable rear spoiler, familiar from the Carrera models, and a rear underbody diffuser specific to R models provide the necessary downforce. Front and rear aprons come from the 911 GT3. The sports exhaust system consists of the lightweight construction material titanium. A redesigned spoiler lip is installed at the front.
The driver sits in a carbon full bucket seat with fabric centre panels in Pepita tartan design, recalling the first 911 in the 1960s. The 911 R has an 'R-specific' GT sport steering wheel. Carbon trim strips in the interior with an embedded aluminium badge on the front passenger's side indicate the limited number of the car. A typical feature of GT vehicles are the pull straps as door openers.
As of press time, the 911 R - inclusive of its many optional extras, which amount to $67,609 - costs a total of $898,697, excluding COE. According to Porsche sources, the Open Market Value for the 911 R is about $200,000, depending on the options loaded into the car. However, even if you've got that amount of money to spend, all four units that came to Singapore have unfortunately already been sold.
As of press time, the 911 R - inclusive of its many optional extras, which amount to $67,609 - costs a total of $898,697, excluding COE. According to Porsche sources, the Open Market Value for the 911 R is about $200,000, depending on the options loaded into the car. However, even if you've got that amount of money to spend, all four units that came to Singapore have unfortunately already been sold.
