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Engine and drivetrain
New generation of 911 Carrera engines
Performing under pressure: hHigher performance and better fuel economy by forced induction
Performing under pressure: hHigher performance and better fuel economy by forced induction
Superior power even from low revs, spontaneous power development up into the highest rev ranges and yet significantly better fuel economy: that is how the brand new generation of engines for the new 911 Carrera noticeably increases driving pleasure.
New cylinder head with central injector and variable exhaust camshaft
In-depth modifications to the base engine further increase the six-cylinder engine's spread between sporty power capability and exemplary efficiency.
Water pump and air conditioning compressor can be deactivated.
Auxiliary components also contribute to increased efficiency. The water pump now has a clutch that is controlled by the thermal management and can remain disengaged at low coolant temperatures.
Intelligent overrun cut-off and extended automatic stop-start system
Intelligent overrun cut-off occurs in such situations as when the driver takes the foot off the accelerator pedal on a motorway descent. First, the drive control system switches to what is referred to as a coasting mode with open clutches and the engine idling.
Turbo engines from Porsche
History of success for decades
History of success for decades
Turbo technology is Porsche technology. Further development of the 911 Carrera engines into the new engines with turbocharging was a logical next step. Over decades, Porsche had cultivated the turbocharged engine to offer its unique spread between power and efficiency that was unattainable in conventional naturally-aspirated engines. more ...

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