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The Porsche 911 Carrera S is bit different than the previous model. The S model has Sport type feel and power. In shot this one will make you smile instead of just an expression. The Porsche 911 Carrera S is designed for power and power, two same words with the exact meaning. The car lacks in luxury and all those things which gives us comfort, but who needs that when you have 355 BHP to flaunt in a boxer type engine. The car has everything which you have imagined in your life. The design of Porsche 911 Carrera S is similar to its previous models created in the line. The new S one gets aggressive engine and a rev free gear box. It has a 3.8 liter engine which delivers hilarious 359 NM or torque. The car comes with AC and internal locking system which can help in protecting your car. ABS is also a standard feature on the Porsche 911 Carrera S. ABS ensures the car to be in control at high speeds. Power steering controls the car when you need to corner it fast. The only piece of luxury in the car is leather seats which are designed in sporty manner. Alcantara is also used widely in the interior section of the Porsche 911 Carrera S.

So what is it that exactly forces the car to perform and run faster than others? Well it has to be the engine which is designed especially for sport mode. The tuning of Porsche 911 Carrera S is being done in special manner which is track based. In short you get race engine which is capable of handling the tracks as well as city streets. Manual type transmissions keep the old rev free gear change type alive. Most of us do not wish to drive such a powerful car at automatic transmission as it spoils the entire fun of driving a sports car. The Porsche 911 Carrera S is designed exclusively for those who wish to have some rubber fun on the track or on city roads.

Looks of the car
The interiors of Porsche 911 Carrera S are deigned in sports manner. The car is built with leather seats which provide comfort while driving at high speeds. Leather draped seats give a different kind of feel and looks which is quite appealing. The steering wheel, gear knob, hand brake lever and other handles are also covered in leather. This type of setup does show the type of quality Porsche delivers. The pedals used for acceleration, clutch and brakes are stainless steel type. They have rubber padding which gives grip while accessing them. One of the striking features the Porsche 911 Carrera S has is its boot. Yes the Porsche 911 Carrera S has a boot in front of the car. You can access the boot with the help of a button, electronically controlled boot is given right in front of the main body.

• Air Conditioner – Yes
• Heater – Yes
• Adjustable Steering Column – Yes
• Tachometer – Yes
• Electronic Multi-Trip meter – Yes
• Leather Seats – Yes
• Fabric Upholstery – No
• Leather Steering Wheel – Yes
• Glove Compartment – Yes

The exterior of Porsche 911 Carrera S gives aerodynamic feel when driving at high speeds. One of the striking features is the retracting spoiler in use. When the speed of Porsche 911 Carrera S crosses 150 kmph the spoiler comes into effect. This is one of the technological advancements used in racing cars. It ensures the car to be on ground when the speeds are over 200kmph. Air drag flow of the car can trigger the aerodynamics and send the car flying, to stop this activity use of spoiler is done. Curved door handles are given which give a different type of look. The entire underbody of Porsche 911 Carrera S is being covered in panels. Air vents are seen which keep the engine cool.

• Adjustable Headlights – Yes
• Fog Lights – Front – Yes
• Fog Lights – Rear – Yes
• Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror – Yes
• Manually Adjustable Ext. Rear View Mirror - No
• Electric Folding Rear View Mirror – Yes
• Tinted Glass – Yes
• Rear Spoiler – Yes

Performance of the car
This is the section which ensures to keep you waiting for the real performance. The Porsche 911 Carrera S delivers a top end speed of 293kmph. If you red line the car there are chances where you can travel at 300kmph straight. Porsche has one of the best engines in the world. The design and feel delivered by a Porsche engine truly outruns any other manufacturer. The Porsche 911 Carrera S has superb control which comes into effect with the use of traction control. Keeping the car on track is the main use of traction control. The car uses its one of the best online control to tackle the problem of stability. Stability is one thing which keeps the car on road when driving at high speeds. Traction control ensures the stability to be present.

Value of the car
The Porsche 911 Carrera S is one of the best mid range car that can be used. The interiors as well as the exteriors are designed superbly. Speed wise the car is superb, there are no words for its performance neither enough tarmac available in straight line to evaluate it.

Verdict
The Porsche 911 Carrera S is best in the class. If you wish to have the traditional design which incorporates all the 911 versions then this is the best one. The Porsche 911 Carrera S has superb control when driving at high speeds, the reliability factor also presents lots of stability for long term use. Driving a Porsche 911 Carrera S in India is now possible; we do have better roads which can accommodate the car. Apart from road conditions the Porsche 911 Carrera S has a special feature which incorporates German engineering.

Technical specifications of the car
Engine

• Engine Type Flat Engine
• Engine Description 3.8L 355bhp 6 cyl. Boxer engine
• Engine Displacement(cc) 3824
• No. of Cylinders 6
• Maximum Power 359.9@6,600 (PS@rpm)
• Maximum Torque 40.8@4,600 (kgm@rpm)
• Valves per Cylinder 4
• Fuel Supply System SEFI
• Compression Ratio 11.8:1

Transmission

• Transmission Type Manual
• Gear box 6 Speed
• Drive Type RWD
• Overdrive Yes

Suspension System

• Front Suspension McPherson type coil-over struts with longitudinal and transverse links
• Rear Suspension Multi-link LSA (Lightweight, Stable, Agile) sub frame-based

Steering

• Steering Type Power
• Steering Column Energy Absorbing
• Steering Gear Type Hydraulic Assisted Rack & Pinion
• Turning Radius (wheel base) 5.45 m

Brake System

• Front Brake Type Ventilated Disc
• Rear Brake Type Ventilated Disc

Performance

• Top Speed 293 kmph
• Acceleration (0-100 kmph) 4.8 seconds
• Drag Coefficient 0.29 C

Fuel

• Mileage-City (kmpl) 5.4
• Mileage-Highway (kmpl) 7.9
• Fuel Type Petrol
• Fuel Tank Capacity (liters) 64
• Emission Norm Compliance Euro IV
• Emission Control System Catalytic Converter

Tires

• Tire Size 235/35(F), 295/30(R) R 19
• Wheel Size 19 x 8J(F), 19 x 11J(R)
• Alloy Wheel Size 19 inches

Other Specifications

• Seating Capacity 4
• No of Doors 2

General Car Details

• Warranty Time 2 years
• Warranty Distance 40,000 kms