Now available in GT3 (475 hp), Turbo (520 hp) and Turbo S (560 hp) trims, the 2014 Porsche 911 is a rear-engine two-door luxury sports coupe available in coupe, targa, and convertible body styles. The standard Carrera is RWD and comes equipped with a 3.4-liter flat-6 engine that produces 350 hp and 287 lb-ft of torque. The Carrera S gets a boost in power thanks to a 3.8-liter flat-6 engine that produces 400 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque. An AWD option is available with the selection of the Carrera 4 or Carrera 4S, both of which have the same engines as the Carrera and Carrera S. For even more upgraded performance a Carrera GTS and Carrera GTS Cabriolet trim are also offered featuring a direct fuel injection 3.8-liter V6 engine that produces 408 hp. All Porsche Carrera models come with a standard six-speed manual transmission or optional PDK transmission. Fuel mileage falls within an EPA estimated range of 19 mpg city to 27 mpg highway. The 911 is backed by a 4-year/50,000-mile warranty.
2014 model year changes
Porsche redesigned its venerable 911 in 2012, evolving the car from the "997" generation to the "991" generation, beginning with the rear-wheel-drive Carrera and Carrera S models in both coupe and convertible form. Last year saw the all-wheel-drive Carrera 4 and Carrera 4S updated to the "991" platform, while this year, the Turbo, Turbo S, Turbo Cabriolet, GT3 and 40th Anniversary Edition join the party.
With these changes, the 911 line is once again solely built on one platform, ensuring than any 911 sold in 2014 will be fully up to date.
Competitive comparison
Iconic design with a fresh spin; exceptional agility; top-level engine performance; available all-wheel drive; convertible options; surprising fuel efficiency
Special features for 2014
In the world of high-end sports cars, the 911 is the most iconic choice, with 50 years of evolution under its belt. Though the design continues to change, the fundamentals are still in place: rear-mounted flat-6 engine and a precision chassis developed with handling in mind. Together, the components make for a sports car that's hard to beat both in terms of aesthetics and performance, as well as history. It's a capable competitor for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage, Audi R8, BMW M3 and Nissan GT-R.
