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Porsche 911 Turbo

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Porsche 911 Turbo

(2020 - present)

    Summary


    The Porsche 911 Turbo is an uprated performance-enhanced version of the standard 911 range, available as a coupé or a cabriolet.

    This is the seventh-generation version of the 911 Turbo that arrived in the UK in 2020 (known as the 992 generation). The range consists of two powertrains – the entry-level ‘Turbo’ and the more powerful ‘Turbo S’ – which both use a 3.7-litre petrol engine to produce 580hp and 645hp respectively.

    The current-generation 911 Turbo is also wider and longer than its predecessor, and all models come with an eight-speed automatic gearbox.

    For the Daily Mirror, this powerful performance package is a bit too much to handle. “It’s too fast. Way too fast”, it explains. “In fact, it’s too everything. Wide, heavy, ­complicated, grippy and quite frankly, computer game-like. Oh, and expensive.”

    Fortunately for Porsche, the rest of the motoring publications largely disagree. Top Gear has proclaimed the 911 Turbo as its favourite performance car of 2020, while Autocar describes the supercar as “arguably the world’s most complete and versatile all-season supercar.”

    The majority of reviewers comment that the latest iteration of the 911 Turbo is faster, grippier and more involving than any 911 Turbo model that came before. “Simply put this model is more rounded than ever”, Car explains. “No 911 has ever been as disarmingly multi-talented as this Turbo.”

    Despite the high level of praise from dedicated motoring titles, most are still in agreement that the substantially cheaper standard 911 range is still the way to go if you’re in the market for 992-spec model – as it has been for most of the 911’s almost 60-year history.

    As of November 2022, the Porsche 911 Turbo holds an Expert Rating of 79%, based on a collection of nine reviews published by UK media sources. That’s currently 12% down on the outstanding score attained by the regular 911 Carrera / GTS / Targa / Cabriolet range.

    911 Turbo highlights

    • A well-rounded all-season supercar
    • Faster and grippier than its predecessors
    • Very agile cornering and responsive braking

    911 Turbo lowlights

    • Very expensive, entry-level and up
    • Questionable ride comfort
    • Loud road noise in the cabin

    Key specifications


    Body style: Coupé and convertible
    Engines:
    petrol
    Price:
    From £143,200 on-road

    Launched: Spring 2020
    Last updated: N/A
    Replacement due: TBA


    Media reviews


    Reviews, road test and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

    Auto Express

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    Autocar

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    Car

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    Daily Mirror

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    Evo

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    The Intercooler

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    Top Gear

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    Safety rating


    Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

    No safety rating

    As of November 2022, the Porsche 911 range has not been crash tested by Euro NCAP. Given that previous generations of 911 have never been tested, we’re not expecting this one to be put through the Euro NCAP programme, either.

    Eco rating


    Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

    No eco rating

    The Porsche 911 Turbo has not been lab tested by Green NCAP. Due to its price and exclusivity, it is unlikely to have its emissons tested in the future.

    Reliability rating

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    Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

    All data based on MotorEasy average workshop costs for extended car warranty claims

    As of November 2022, the overall Porsche 911 family has a poor reliability rating of 34%, according to warranty data provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our partner MotorEasy. This applies to both the current 911 range (including the 911 Turbo) and previous generations, although it’s based on a relatively small number of data points.

    Also worth noting is the very high average repair cost for 911 repairs, at more than £2,000. In every category, the average repair bills are significantly higher than normal, but most notably for engine repairs, where the average warranty claim for repairs to the famed Porsche flat-six engine was more than £8,000.

    If you own or are considering a used Porsche 911 Turbo, make sure that any used car warranty covers all these critical areas.

    Security rating

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    Independent vehicle theft and security ratings from Thatcham Research

    Rating: Superior | Good | Basic | Poor | Unacceptable
    Relay Attack: Pass

    Date: 2019

    Awards


    Trophies, prizes and awards that the Porsche 911 Turbo has received

    2021

    • GQ Car Awards – Best Convertible (911 Turbo Cabriolet)
    • World Car Awards – Performance Car of the Year

    2020

    • Top Gear Awards – Performance Car of the Year

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    Faster and more involving than ever before, the Porsche 911 Turbo is more capable than its predecessors, but criticisms of its ride comfort remain.Porsche 911 Turbo