Porsche introduces the 2018 911 Carrera T to Singapore

Porsche is reinvigorating the concept of the puristic 911 T model from 1968 with the new 2018 911 Carrera T. With less weight, a manual transmission with a shorter constant transaxle ratio, and a standard mechanical rear differential lock, performance and driving pleasure are heightened. The 911 Carrera T ('T' stands for Touring) is also equipped with several performance-enhancing features that are not available on the standard 911 Carrera.

This includes the PASM Sport Suspension with a 10mm lower ride height, a shortened gear lever with an embossed shift pattern in red, and seat centres made of Sport-Tex material. Rear-axle steering is not available for the standard 911 Carrera but is an option for the 911 Carrera T.

Based on the 370bhp 911 Carrera Coupe, the new model features unique design elements. The 911 Carrera T is equipped to be light and sporty. The rear windscreen and rear side windows are made of lightweight glass, and door opener loops on the inside replace the conventional door openers. Similar to the 911 GTS models, sound insulation has been reduced. Weighing 1,425kg, the 911 Carrera T is the lightest model in the 911 Carrera range.

The twin-turbo 3.0 flat-six engine develops 370bhp and 460Nm of torque, the latter of which is available in a broad range between 1,750rpm and 5,000rpm. Thanks to the manual transmission with a shorter constant transaxle ratio and the mechanical rear differential lock, the 911 Carrera T accelerates from 0-100km/h in 4.3 seconds, 0.1 seconds quicker than the standard 911 Carrera.

The manual version reaches a top track speed of 293km/h. When equipped with the optional PDK transmission, the 911 Carrera T reaches 100km/h in four seconds using the standard launch control feature and has a top track speed of 290km/h. The 911 Carrera T will be available in Singapore from January 2018 and can be pre-ordered now.

Price as of press time (excluding COE)

Porsche 911 Carrera T - $500,888

Price includes a five-year free maintenance and warranty programme, market-specific equipment, GST and VES fees/rebates.