SPYSHOTS: Porsche 911 Turbo facelift photographed

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From the looks of it, Porsche seems to be getting it on with preparing the “991.2” version of its physics-defying supercar. Introduced as a 2014 model, the current Porsche 911 Turbo sports a 3.8 litre, twin-turbo’ed flat-six generating 513 hp/660 Nm and 552hp/700 Nm of torque in Turbo and Turbo S guise, respectively.

While aesthetics are expected to stay true to Porsche’s evolutionary design theme, the 991-generation facelift is reported to feature turbocharged engines across the range – as opposed to employing forced induction on just the Turbo versions.

As a result, expect the next Turbo and Turbo S models to come with at least 600 hp as even the base Carrera models are said to be arriving with over 400 hp. The Carrera S would have to pack at least 500 hp to go up against the Mercedes-AMG GT S.

Apart from the various engine tweaks, the new Porsche 911 Turbo will arrive with a revised interior. Taking centre stage is the addition of a steering wheel that appears to be lifted from the 918 Spyder. Upon closer inspection, one would notice a toggle switch slotted in between the spokes on the right side of the wheel.

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In the Porsche 918 Spyder, that switch allows drivers to select between a variety of driving modes that range from E-Power, Hybrid, Sport Hybrid, Race Hybrid and Hot Lap. Unfortunately, updates this time round are unlikely to feature a hybrid powertrain for the 991 facelift models – that is expected on the next-gen 911s.

Speculations would dictate that the switch on the facelifted 991 would be used to allow drivers to select between the ‘Sport’ and ‘Sport Plus’ modes. Eagle-eyed readers will notice the lack of buttons on the centre console which, on the current model, are used to select the aforementioned modes.

Further changes on the inside include the addition of a larger touchscreen system. With quite a number of buttons missing on the interior of this test mule, it is safe to assume that the updated touchscreen interface has negated the use of buttons throughout, thus resulting in a more uncluttered centre stack.

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Gregory Sze

An “actor” by training, Gregory Sze realised that he has had enough of drama in his life. Following his number one passion (acting was actually number two), he decided to make the jump into the realm of automotive journalism. He appreciates the simple things in life – a simple car with nothing but back-to-basics mechanical engineering and minimal electronics on board.

 

Comments

  • Ron Nard on Mar 02, 2015 at 2:26 pm

    Did they just force-fit an iPad on that centre stack?

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  • heybadigol (Member) on Mar 02, 2015 at 3:41 pm

    I miss the button fest in the pre facelift 911 (and basically all other Porsches). Looks more fighter jet like.

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  • I really cant differentiate it much unless i own one of the brand.

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  • Don Juan De Marco on Mar 02, 2015 at 4:48 pm

    If indeed the rumoured mid-engined Porsche V8 is anything but a dream, then I reckoned the facelifted 600+bhp Porsche 911 Turbo S would be Porsche’s answer to the new Ferrari 488 GTB ..

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    • Really on Mar 02, 2015 at 9:55 pm

      If you are looking on performance along, the 911 Turbo is one of cars with the best bang-for-buck today.

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  • Nenek Kau on Mar 02, 2015 at 9:41 pm

    wow…what a nice facelift (to be honest, i really cant find the updated part)

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    • trollmaster3000 on Mar 03, 2015 at 2:03 am

      they just added one more extra tiny LED bulb.. and that’s about it.. facelift done.. heh..

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  • Tefnut UaRaet on Mar 03, 2015 at 5:26 am

    My dream-man loves this car!!!! PB, babe!

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  • Maurice on Mar 03, 2015 at 6:44 am

    I have the 2014 TurboS. Trust me it doesn’t need any more horsepower. In Sport Plus mode it is down right scary. (but I love it)

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