Overview
The 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo S, which come in familiar, understated coupe and cabriolet body styles, are the pinnacle of the automaker’s most revered nameplate. At their heart—albeit located in their tails—is a twin-turbo 3.7-liter flat-six that develops 573 horsepower in the Turbo and 640 in the Turbo S. Along with spine-tingling yawps at stratospheric rpm, the engine delivers neck-snapping acceleration. After all, the 911 Turbo S is among the quickest cars we’ve ever tested. Helping achieve that historic status is standard all-wheel drive and an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic that ranks among the best. While we wish there was a manual option, and though we found the sportiest suspension setup to be overly stiff, the 2022 911 Turbo and Turbo S offer a sublime driving experience that even some more exotic supercars can’t replicate.
What’s New for 2022?
For 2022, the only change to the 911 Turbo impacts its infotainment system, with the addition of the company’s latest generation of Porsche Communication Management (PCM). It now has more features for Apple products, such as the arrival of wireless CarPlay. Plus, Android Auto is now included for the first time. The navigation system has also been updated, and can process routes faster. Porsche says the voice-recognition software better recognizes instructions, too. Thanks to over-the-air technology, the six-gen PCM can now be wirelessly updated in the future.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
To unlock the entirety of the 3.7-liter six-cylinder’s 640 horsepower, you’ll need to spring for the Turbo S model. While the drop-top cabriolet version is enticing, we’d take the coupe for its purity of purpose. In addition to its tremendous power and standard performance upgrades, every Turbo S comes with 18-way adjustable sport seats, 10.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Bose surround-sound stereo, carbon-fiber interior trim, and Porsche’s Sport Chrono package.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
Hanging out in the rear of both the Turbo and Turbo S is a twin-turbocharged 3.7-liter flat-six engine that makes up to 640 horsepower in the more powerful of the two variants; the regular Turbo model makes 572 horsepower. All-wheel drive is standard, and shifts are handled by an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Porsche claims a zero-to-60-mph time of 2.6 seconds for the Turbo S, but at our test track it blasted to 60 in just 2.2 seconds. Aside from the explosive acceleration, the 911 Turbo exhibits insane levels of cornering grip and strong brakes, making it a true performance powerhouse. The cabriolet variants are slightly heavier than the coupe, but the drop-top Turbo S we drove proved equally thrilling.
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Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
Regardless of body style or engine output, the 2022 911 Turbo and Turbo S are both rated at 15 mpg in the city and 20 mpg on the highway. We tested a coupe on our 75-mph fuel-economy route, and it earned 27 mpg on the highway. For more information about the 911 Turbo’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
As with all 911 models, the Turbo and Turbo S are technically four-seaters, although the rear seats aren’t usable by adults. The cabin mirrors that of the entry-level 911 Carrera models but with racier trim, more expensive options, and plenty of standard technology features such as a reconfigurable digital gauge display. The 911 comes with a front trunk which holds two carry-on suitcases and the rear-seat backs fold forward to create a large flat cargo area in the coupe model; in our testing, we were able to fit six carry-on cases behind the front seats.
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Infotainment and Connectivity
In addition to digital gauges in front of the driver, the 911 Turbo and Turbo S come standard with the same infotainment system as lesser 911s. The large touchscreen now runs Porsche’s latest software, which includes additional features and improved functionality. A premium audio system from Bose is standard, and a Burmester stereo is optional, too. There’s also wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well as subscription services for SiriusXM satellite radio and a Wi-Fi hotspot.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
The 911 Turbo can be ordered with several high-tech driver-assistance features including adaptive cruise control and night vision. For more information about the 911 Turbo’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Standard automated emergency braking
- Available lane-departure warning
- Available adaptive cruise control
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Porsche’s warranty coverage is pretty standard for the segment, and the first maintenance visit is covered free of charge. However, rivals such as the Jaguar F-type offer far more value by covering maintenance for up to five years.
- Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
- Powertrain warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
- Complimentary maintenance is covered for one year or 10,000 miles
Specifications
Specifications
2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S
VEHICLE TYPE
rear-engine, all-wheel-drive, 2+2-passenger, 2-door coupe
PRICE AS TESTED
$216,050 (base price: $204,850)
ENGINE TYPE twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve flat-6, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injectionDisplacement
229 in3, 3746 cm3Power 640 hp @ 6750 rpmTorque
590 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm
TRANSMISSION
8-speed dual-clutch automatic
CHASSIS Suspension (F/R): struts/multilink Brakes (F/R): 16.5-in vented, cross-drilled ceramic disc/15.4-in vented, cross-drilled ceramic disc
Tires: Pirelli P Zero PZ4, F: 255/35ZR-20 (93Y) NA1 R: 315/30ZR-21 (105Y) NA1
DIMENSIONS Wheelbase: 96.5 in Length: 178.5 in Width: 74.8 in Height: 50.9 in
Passenger volume: 74 ft3
Cargo volume: 5 ft3
Curb weight: 3646 lb
C/D TEST RESULTS 60 mph: 2.2 sec 100 mph: 5.3 sec 130 mph: 8.9 sec 150 mph: 12.5 sec 180 mph: 21.4 sec Rolling start, 5–60 mph: 3.7 sec Top gear, 30–50 mph: 2.0 sec Top gear, 50–70 mph: 2.4 sec 1/4 mile: 10.1 sec @ 137 mph Top speed (drag limited): 205 mph Braking, 70–0 mph: 139 ft Braking, 100–0 mph: 284 ft Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 1.10 g
Standing-start accel times omit 1-ft rollout of 0.2 sec.
EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined/city/highway: 17/15/20 mpg
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