The Porsche 911 is an icon in the automotive world, known for its exceptional performance, handling, and steering feel. The 2023 model builds upon this legacy with its powerful twin-turbo flat-six engines and rear-wheel or all-wheel drive options. Available in coupe, cabriolet, and Targa body styles, the 911 is as comfortable as it is thrilling to drive, making it a car that is easy to live with on a daily basis.
What’s New
For its 70th year selling cars in North America, Porsche has added an off-road-oriented Dakar version of the 911, which comes with knobby tires, lifted suspension, and the same powertrain as the Carrera 4 GTS. There is also a range-topping America Edition GTS cabriolet, and the purist-focused Carrera T model rejoins the lineup this year.
Engine & Performance
The 2023 Porsche 911 is equipped with a twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six-cylinder engine that is mounted in the rear of the car. The base Carrera delivers 379 horsepower, the S model delivers 443 horses, and the GTS model generates an impressive 473 horses.
The eight-speed automatic transmission comes standard on every model, but a sweet seven-speed manual is available with the S or GTS model.
The coupe and cabriolet models have standard rear-wheel drive, but they can be fitted with all-wheel drive for four-season, high-performance driving.
The Targa model is all-wheel drive only. At our test track, the GTS model bolted to 60 mph in just 2.8 seconds when equipped with the eight-speed automatic.
Price
The Porsche 911 is a luxury sports car, so it’s not surprising that pricing starts high and goes up from there. The base Carrera model has a starting price of $101,200, the Carrera S has a starting price of $118,050, and the GTS has a starting price of $134,350.
Interior
The interior of the 2023 Porsche 911 is sophisticated and comfortable, with a mix of buttons, knobs, and touch-screen controls. The gauge cluster has mostly digital instruments, but the central tachometer still uses a physical needle that follows the engine’s revs. While the 911 continues to offer seating for up to four, the tiny back seats remain unfriendly to adults.
More
The Porsche 911 is an icon that is well worth aspiring to, and Porsche knows exactly what that’s worth. With its powerful engine, quick-shifting transmission, and excellent handling, the 911 is a car that is perfect for all seasons.
In terms of fuel economy, the Carrera S with the manual transmission is the most fuel-efficient 911, with EPA ratings of 18 mpg city and 25 highway. The 911’s infotainment system features a 10.9-inch touch-screen that supports a Wi-Fi hotspot, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wired Android Auto.
Conclusion
The 2023 Porsche 911 is a car that is well worth considering for anyone who is looking for a luxury sports car that is thrilling to drive and easy to live with. While the pricing is on the high side, the 911 delivers on performance and handling, making it well worth aspiring to. The 911’s cabin is comfortable for two adults and offers.
