The mode switch consists of a ring that can be turned to four 90-degree positions for the driving modes “Normal”, “Sport”, “Sport Plus” and “Individual”. The latter setting lets drivers configure their own individual vehicle set-ups, e.g. of the PASM, active engine mounts, PDK shifting strategy and sports exhaust system, depending on the car's equipment. An LED integrated in the rotary switch shows the currently selected mode. The sports cars with PDK also adopt the central push button switch from the 918 Spyder, which the driver can use to precondition the drivetrain and chassis control systems for enhanced performance and even faster response – such as during overtaking manoeuvres. The engine and PDK parameters are pre-set for the best possible acceleration for a period of 20 seconds. An indicator in the cockpit informs the driver of the enhanced sprinting readiness and how much longer it will last.

This is how a sports car should sound: passionate sound inside and out

The new 911 Carrera models have not only made gains in power and efficiency. Forced induction also makes the sound characteristic of the engine and exhaust system more varied, both outside and inside the car. A sound duct – which is individually tuned for each model version – conducts the induction sound into the interior. The transition from naturally aspirated operation during idle to turbocharging with building revs extends the fullness of engine sound impressively. The exhaust systems deliver a complementary sound. The 911 Carrera has a main silencer with two oval tailpipes. The S model additionally has two integrated exhaust flaps and dual tailpipes. The new sport exhaust system (also switched) is available as an option. Its characteristic elements are two round dual tailpipes, which are now centrally located, and of course its incomparably sporty sound. By the way, this sound is not digitally modified, and it enables a very quiet and discreet style of driving for relaxed cruising.