New Porsche 911 Targa 4 and 4S revealed
Quick Facts
- Price: TBA
- Engine: Six-cylinder, three-liter boxer engine
- Power/Torque:283 Kw/450 nm for the Targa 4 & 331 Kw/530nm Targa 4s
- Fuel consumption (claimed): Under 11L/100 km
- 0-100: 4.2 secs for the Targa 4 & 3.6 secs for the Targa 4S
- Transmission: Eight-speed PDK (standard) or Seven-speed Manual on request in the Targa 4s
- Top Speed: 289km/h for the Targa 4 & 304km/h for the Targa 4s
Porsche completed its sports car trio in time for summer: following on from the Coupé and Cabriolet, the third body variant of the new 911 generation now makes its debut with the all-wheel-drive 911 Targa 4 and 911 Targa 4S models. The distinguishing feature of the Targa remains its innovative, fully automatic roof system and, just like the legendary original Targa model from 1965, it features a characteristic wide roll hoop, a movable roof section above the front seats, and a wraparound rear window. The roof can be comfortably opened and closed in just 19 seconds.
Engine - The engine in the 911 Targa 4S boasts 331 kW (22 kW more output than its predecessor) and 530 Nm (up 30 Nm) and reaches the 100 km/h mark in just 3.6 (four-tenths faster than its predecessor). Top speed of the 911 Targa 4 is 289 km/h (up by two km/h), while the 4S peaks at 304 km/h (up by three km/h)
Both sports cars are fitted with eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK) and intelligent all-wheel drive Porsche Traction Management (PTM) as standard to deliver maximum driving pleasure. Alternatively, the 911 Targa 4S can be ordered with the newly developed seven-speed manual gearbox, with which the Sport Chrono package is included. New technology has also been integrated to extend the range of features for both 911 models and, for the first time, Porsche InnoDrive, which includes adaptive cruise control, is available. Thanks to the enhanced Smartlift function, ground clearance can be programmed so that it is raised for everyday use.
The interior echoes the 911 Carrera models and is inspired by 911 models from the 1970s. Alongside the central rev counter, a defining feature for Porsche, two thin, frameless freeform displays extend the information provided to the driver. A compact switch unit with five buttons for direct access to important vehicle functions is located below the 10.9-inch center screen of the Porsche Communication Management (PCM).
The exterior of the 911 Targa is characterized by the design elements of its 992 model generation. Compared to its predecessors, its body features significantly more pronounced wheel housings at the front, and, between its LED headlights, its bonnet has a distinctive recess evoking the design of the first 911 generations. Its rear is dominated by its wider, variably extending rear spoiler and seamlessly integrated, elegant light bar. With the exception of the front and rear sections, the entire outer skin is made from aluminum.
