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New models - Porsche - 911 - Turbo SWild power boost as 911 Turbo S goes hybridFlagship 911’s twin T-Hybrid turbos add nearly 10pc more power and slash 0-100km/h8 Sep 2025 By TOM BAKER in MUNICH PORSCHE has unveiled the facelifted 992.2-generation 911 Turbo S on the eve of this week’s IAA Munich motor show, the headline change being the introduction of hybrid technology to its flagship roadgoing 911 for the first time.
The comprehensive update brings additional performance, revised visuals, improved aerodynamics and extra equipment, with initial Australian deliveries of the Turbo S scheduled for the second quarter of 2026.
Now priced from $577,300 plus on-road costs for the Coupé, or $598,000 + ORC for the Cabriolet, the Turbo S sits at the top of the ‘regular’ 911 lineup – however, it is not as expensive as various GT2 and special edition versions of the 911 that have come before.
Both body styles can carry a 2+2 layout with a compact rear seat, though the Coupé defaults to a two-seat configuration as standard with the rear bench supplied as a no-cost option.
Central to the 992.2 upgrade is a 3.6-litre ‘boxer’ six-cylinder petrol engine paired to a development of Porsche’s 400-volt T-Hybrid system initially launched with last year’s 911 Carrera GTS model (priced from $392,200 + ORC).
Unlike conventional hybrids aimed at reducing fuel consumption, the T-Hybrid setup targets performance gains from electrification with only extremely modest thirst reductions as a byproduct.
Beyond doubling the number of electrically assisted exhaust gas turbochargers turbochargers, the Turbo S deploys different turbine and compressor designs to those of the GTS.
Together, the ICE and hybrid components generate 523kW and 800Nm with peak torque sustained from 2300-6000rpm.
Electrification contributes 45kW to the overall power pie, enabling the 992.2 Turbo S to accelerate from 0-100km/h in a claimed 2.5 seconds (–0.2sec) and from 0-200km/h in 8.4 sec (–0.5sec). Top speed is 322km/h.
The benefits netted a 14-second reduction in the Turbo S’s Nürburgring Nordschleife lap time, now 7:03.92, with test drivers citing increased grip – also assisted by 10mm-wider rear tyres (now 325/30 ZR21) while 255/25 ZR20 tyres remain on the front axle.
Braking is handled by a standard Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) package, with 420mm front discs shielded by an active diffuser that shuts to reduce water spray in wet conditions. Rear discs now measure 410mm in diameter (+20mm).
Standard electro-hydraulic Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (ehPDCC) links the suspension with cross-connected active couplings, limiting body roll under load.
Aerodynamic measures include a deployable rear wing and active vertical front cooling flaps, contributing to an overall 10 per cent drag reduction.
Externally, the facelift introduces extended Turbonite trim elements while the cabin picks up carbon structure trim with Neodyme highlights along with a perforated microfibre headliner in black.
The sports exhaust system with titanium tips remains standard and oval tailpipes are available at extra cost.
Australian-delivered Turbo S examples build on global specification (which packs HD Matrix LED headlights, Sport Chrono Pack and 18-way seats) with additional standard equipment comprising 360-degree camera, comfort access, DAB radio, automated parking, adaptive cruise and a no-cost optional rear wiper.
Porsche vice president of 911 and 718 model lines Frank Moser said the updates to the Turbo S were focussed on additional comfort, more individuality, and making the vehicle significantly faster.  Read moreAll new models Alfa Romeo Abarth Audi Aston Martin BMW Bentley Chrysler Chevrolet Dodge Citroen Ferrari DS Ford Fiat FPV Foton Haval Great Wall Honda Holden Hyundai HSV Isuzu Infiniti Jaguar Iveco Kia Jeep Land Rover Lamborghini Maserati Lexus McLaren Mazda MG Mercedes-Benz Mitsubishi Mini Opel Nissan Porsche Peugeot Ram Proton Rolls-Royce Renault Skoda Saab SsangYong Smart Suzuki Subaru Toyota Tesla Volvo Volkswagen911 pricing
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