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Here's What Changed On The 2025 Porsche 911 Refresh

Is the 2025 Porsche 911 Worth the Wait? We stack it up against the outgoing model to find out

by Amrit Balraj on May 29, 2024, 13:00

YouTuber Bembli is known for his design skills and nuanced opinions on supercar aesthetics. In his latest video, he digs into the announced changes of the 2025 Porsche and why he believes that newer is not always better. His videos always get into the minutiae of changes that happen to cars in between generations and this video is no different. We get an in-depth perception of the changes that have been implemented in the 2025 Porsche 911 models and his expert opinions on them.

Porsche’s latest 911 GTS, the 992.2 generation, introduces their new 9A3B6 engine, replacing the 3.0-liter twin-turbo 9A2B6. An all-new 3.6-liter engine, featuring an electrically enhanced turbocharger and a powerful electric motor/generator within the eight-speed PDK transmission, marks the debut of Porsche’s Turbo Hybrid (T-Hybrid) system, similar to the one featured in the Porsche 919 Le Mans race car. Despite increasing displacement and turbo boost, power only slightly rises to 478 horsepower from 473 horsepower of the previous 992.1 generation. The redesigned, lighter engine integrates hybrid electronics and eliminates the accessory drive, cutting 40 pounds. A 27-horsepower electric motor in the turbo reduces lag, while a generator mode prevents overspeeding. The transmission-mounted motor adds 54 horsepower and 110 pound-feet of torque, boosting total output to 533 horsepower and 449 pound-feet of torque. The car’s weight increases to 3536 pounds. The base 992.2 Carrera also sees enhancements, with its 9A2B6 engine now producing 388 horsepower and retaining 331 pound-feet of torque.

Both the base 992.2 Carrera and the GTS models (available in coupe, cabriolet, and Targa body styles) receive several notable updates, inside and out. New headlights now incorporate all front lighting functions, allowing for larger air intakes to cool the front-mounted radiators. The GTS stands out with active grille shutters and an active front diffuser to optimize airflow. At the rear, a more integrated full-width light bar, taillights, and Porsche script, along with a higher license plate cutout and fewer strakes on the engine grille, mark the updates. The GTS, featuring a standard sports exhaust, has twin tailpipes positioned closer together.

Wheel designs now include staggered 19- and 20-inch options, with the GTS offering 20s and 21s. The rear tire width on the GTS increases from 305 mm to 315 mm to handle its enhanced power and standard rear-wheel steering. Inside, the highlight is a fully digital 12.6-inch instrument cluster with customizable display options, including a classic five-gauge layout and a rotatable tachometer. Sadly, some signature elements of the 911, an analog central rev-counter in the instrument cluster, and the Le Mans-style starter have been dropped. Pricing for the base Carrera starts at $122,095, while the GTS jumps to $166,895. The convertible version adds $13,300, and the GTS all-wheel drive option adds $7800. For reference, the base Carrera and GTS on the outgoing models cost $114,000 and $150,900 respectively. Despite the high costs, these 911s deliver a unique driving experience with enhanced performance, making them highly anticipated models for 2025.

Amrit Balraj

Amrit Balraj

When not reading up or watching videos about obscure and rare automobiles, Amrit spends his free time planning imaginary road trips on some of the best driving roads in the world, preferably in an old truck with a motorcycle strapped to the bed. Read full bio