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Every element fulfils a function. From this principle, the 911 draws its inner strength. The logical consequence of this is the 911 Carrera’s very low drag coefficient of 0.29.

The air intakes on the front end have been enlarged to provide increased cooling power and give an even more dynamic appearance.

Bi-xenon headlights are fitted as standard on all 911 models. The indicators and LED daytime running lights and position lights are harmoniously integrated into the separate front light units above the outer air intakes for an imposing look. The optional dynamic cornering lights have a swivelling module for the dipped beams – visible engineering for improved visibility.

As with the modified exterior mirrors which provide an even better rearward view.

The rear end, too, has undergone a restyling. The imposing LED taillights are drawn right into the wing and taper off to the outside. Unmistakable – especially at night. The stainless steel tailpipes, designed as twin tailpipes on the S model range, are integrated seamlessly. Another important aesthetic contribution is the wheel design. As standard, 911 Carrera models are fitted with 18-inch wheels and Carrera S models with 19-inch wheels.

In every respect, the design is unmistakably 911 – because its form follows function. And all the while it maintains its unique appeal.

Efficiency, power and sportiness. Since the very beginning, easily the most important virtues of the 911 Carrera. They are the basis of the traditional sportscar. Again, we’ve been working on it. Again, with success.

In terms of efficiency, its new engine now has direct fuel injection (DFI).

The power is provided by a 3.6-litre 6-cylinder boxer engine, positioned low down in the rear of the chassis. As usual.

With this power unit, the 911 Carrera is now able to deliver 254 kW (345 hp) at 6,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 390 Nm at 4,400 rpm. All this with a 9% reduction in CO2 emissions and a 6% reduction in fuel consumption in conjunction with the manual gearbox. Compelling figures. Just like these: 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 289 km/h (180 mph).

The six-speed manual sport transmission with self-adjusting clutch, fitted as standard, ensures that the correct ratio is always at hand. Sporty and imposing describes the two single tailpipes. Just like the typical Porsche sound.

The standard 18-inch Carrera IV wheels have also been restyled. The black, four-piston aluminium monobloc calipers of the brake system have been made even more rigid by their closed-type design. The rear brake discs are 4 mm thicker and their diameter has been increased to 330 mm front and rear – for even better braking performance.

More safety features are now available as standard, including enhanced Porsche Stability Management (PSM) and bi-xenon headlights. Efficiency, power, sportiness. Three virtues that distinguish the 911 Carrera.

With millisecond precision, DFI injects fuel at up to 120 bar directly into the combustion chamber by means of electromagnetically actuated injection valves.

The spray and cone angles have been optimised for torque, power output, fuel consumption and emissions by enabling a homogeneous distribution of the air/fuel mixture, and, therefore, effective combustion. With direct injection, the EMS SDI 3.1 engine control regulates injection timing individually for each cylinder as well as the injection rate for each cylinder bank. This optimises the combustion process and fuel economy. A hot-film air mass meter takes care of the airflow, so that the combustion chambers contain exactly the right mixture at all times.

At up to 3,200 rpm, the engine operates with dual injection; at up to 2,500 rpm, it even works with triple injection. The required volume of fuel is distributed between two or three sequential injections, respectively – for faster heating of the catalytic converters after a cold start and for greater torque in the upper load range.

DFI improves the internal cooling of the combustion chamber by having the mixture prepared directly in the cylinder. This allows for a higher compression ratio (12.5:1) which helps to deliver more output along with enhanced engine efficiency. It has therefore been possible to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 15%, depending on the model.

Injection is regulated by the electronic engine management system. The exhaust gas cleaning system ensures that emissions remain well below even the strict limits of the EU5 emission standard, thus helping to protect the environment.

The optional Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), with both manual gearshift and an automatic mode, enables smooth gear changes with no interruption in the flow of power. This results in significantly faster acceleration and lower fuel consumption, without having to sacrifice the ease of automatic transmission.

In total, PDK has seven gears at its disposal. Gears 1 to 6 have a sports ratio and top speed is reached in 6th gear. The 7th gear has a long ratio and reduces fuel consumption even further.

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