NEW Porsche 911 Turbo S Review | Is this the best 911 on sale today?
The video review by CAR magazine, hosted by James Dennison, presents a comprehensive take on the new 992.2 Porsche 911 Turbo S, which notably shaved 14 seconds off the Nürburgring lap time compared to its predecessor. Despite being the heaviest and most complex Turbo S to date, the car achieves remarkable performance gains. The review questions whether Porsche has compromised the road usability of the Turbo S in pursuit of track prowess or if they have managed to strike a balance.
Key updates include subtle but distinctive design tweaks like refreshed headlights, active front bumper slats borrowed from the GTS, new typography, and turbine-finished interior elements. The twin turbo setup now uses smaller, faster-spinning electric turbos and an upgraded hybrid system to deliver 71 bhp and 590 lb-ft of torque available across a broad RPM range. These enhancements yield 0-62 mph in about 2.5 seconds and a top speed of 200 mph, with a responsiveness that mimics a naturally aspirated engine due to nearly instant turbo spool-up.
Tech features like the electro-hydraulic Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (ehPDCC) improve handling and ride comfort, masking the 80+ kg weight increase that brings the car to 1,740 kg. The review highlights how the car manages to feel agile and lighter on track, supported by upgraded brakes and tires, with improved comfort and refinement on road thanks to the chassis tech.
While the car's exhaust note is described as very turbocharged and less appealing than previous models, the overall driving experience balances track capability and road usability impressively. The interior retains its classic 911 feel with comfortable seats, a digital dash, and increased dimensions that still allow the car to feel compact and confident on tight roads. Ultimately, the Turbo S is portrayed as a car with a wide performance bandwidth, offering thrills near GT levels but with more comfort and road manners, making it an ultimate fast and usable 911 for most drivers.