Auto India, Car India

The Porsche 911 Convertible is one of the best sports cars manufactured in the world. It has power that can be felt just by looking at it, as if there is no need to press the accelerator pedal. The revving of the car is smooth like butter on a hot frying pan. Melts easily when the gas is on, just the way power shifting at red line. The Porsche 911 Convertible is easy to drive and has certain features that are track based. From handling to its power everything is taken care of by the electronics installed in the car.

The exhaust note of this vehicle is simple superb and ensures to be hair raising when it passes. The new model which is sold in India is according to new specification. The design is same but aerodynamics has changed. The car has a sleek body with great aerodynamic design, and the quality of the interior is top class. The convertible has exceptional handling, delivers superior performance and provides an exhilarating open air driving experience. The 911 convertible competes with the BMW M6 Convertible in the Indian market.

General data

Additional Features :

• 6-speed manual transmission
• 3.8L horizontally-opposed 24V 6-cyl twin-turbocharged engine inc dry sump lubrication
• Vario-Cam Plus variable valve timing system
• Double inertia flywheel
• All wheel drive w/Porsche Traction Management (PTM)
• Front/rear stabilizer bars
• Power rack & pinion steering
• Power 4-wheel vented disc brakes -inc: 6-piston front/4-piston rear mono block fixed alloy calipers
• Porsche active suspension management system (PASM) -inc: 10mm ride height reduction
• Stainless steel exhaust system -inc: 2-dual brushed steel tail pipes
• 19″ x 8.5″ front turbo aluminum wheels, 19″ x 11″ rear turbo aluminum wheels
• P235/35ZR19 high performance front tires
• P305/30ZR19 high performance rear tires
• Full underbody paneling
• Power folding cabriolet top -inc: wind deflector
• Front apron w/lower spoiler edge -inc: additional air extractor vent
• Titanium tipped front air intakes
• Automatic extending rear spoiler
• Aluminum doors and trunk lid
• Bi-xenon headlights -inc: headlight leveling, washers, welcome home function
• Front/rear fog lights
• LED lights -inc: tail lights, brake lights
• Power heated mirrors
• Rain-sensing front wipers -inc: heated washer nozzles & delay control
• Red brake calipers
• 2 + 2 Seating
• Power front bucket seats w/adjustable lumbar
• Split-folding rear seats
• Illuminated door entry guards w/model logo
• 3-spoke leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic steering wheel
• Power windows -inc: auto up/down, anti-jamming feature
• Keyless entry -inc: remote trunk release
• Home Link system
• Cruise control
• Anti-theft system
• Alarm system
• Automatic climate control -inc: active carbon filter
• Rear window defogger
• Dual front cup holders
• Illuminated visor vanity mirrors
• Aluminum interior trim
• Front foot well lighting
• Leather-wrapped gear lever & handbrake

Power and Performance
The engine of the new Porsche is designed for track use too. The car literally rockets up when power shifting takes place. Handling the engine on turns is simply superb as the weight of the engine is very less. Apart from fuel and economy system, the car throttles to the three digit mark in seconds. The engines are enhanced by ‘VarioCam Plus’ valve timing technology that enables them to generate more power and deliver improved mileage.On the Turbo variant, the engine is clubbed with twin turbocharger units featuring Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG) for additional boost in power and thrust. The Turbo is the quickest of the 911 convertibles. With the manual transmission, it makes 0-100 km/h in just 4 seconds. With the advanced Tiptronic S automatic transmission its 0.2 seconds quicker.

The engines on all 911 models are mounted in the rear of the car. The rear-mounted position of the engine ensures a low centre of gravity for the car and also optimum road traction. Rear engine also ensures superb control in corners. The car does not slide at high speeds. This is how aerodynamics in Porsche works. The reason for a rear engine is to give the car a good speed and increased handling.

Looks and styling
Both the interiors and exteriors of the car are designed according to new specifications. Luxury is delivered under the sun too. The car electrical system is simply superb and all the features are available, which will make your drive a memorable one. The interior is unique and is made up of high-class materials. The seats are comfortable and perfectly formed to give good support.The seats come with fully electric adjustment for fore and aft positions, height, backrest angle, squab angle and lumbar support. The instrumentation cluster is the classic Porsche grouping of five round gauges. A premium Bose ® surround sound system is provided for on-board entertainment. The exterior is superbly stylish. The car has a slim but bold body line, and the headlights are very attractive. The Turbo model comes with the latest high-intensity bi-xenon headlamps. The car comes with 18″ lightweight aluminum alloy wheels.

Safety features

• Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
• Automatic brake differential (ABD)
• Traction control
• Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
• Porsche side impact protection system (POSIP)
• LED daytime running lights
• Driver & front passenger airbags -inc: front passenger on/off switch
• Side-impact airbags
• Side curtain airbags
• Front seatbelt pretensioners -inc: belt-force limitation
• Child seat anchorage prep (ISOFIX) on passenger side -inc: airbag de-activation switch
• Tire pressure monitoring system
• 2-piece rollover protection system

The car is very well designed according to safety needs. Driving the Porsche at high speeds is not a problem even if it’s a convertible. The design and aerodynamics of the car play an important role to keep it steady and on the ground all the time.

Why the Porsche 911 Convertible

• Good looks
• High powered engine
• Better output
• Easy to drive
• Very comfortable

Why not the Porsche 911 Convertible

• Other options available too

The judge Says
Good car but there are other options open. Most of the features are available in other models too but the speed or the performance given by the Porsche 911 Convertible can be much better. Overall, a perfect car in the mid segment of sports series.