Porsche Is Saving the Manuals with a Carrera S MTPorscheComplaining to your dealer or regional sales rep gets things done!"Responding to overwhelming customer demand, Porsche is bringing the six-speed manual transmission back to the 911 Carrera S in North America," Porsche announced at Monterey."The Carrera S transitioned to the 992.2 generation for the 2025 model year, so it hasn't been that long, really. That generation came exclusively with an eight-speed PDK. But now, thanks to your efforts, dear enthusiast, it is joined by a new "911 Carrera S with MT Package" offered only in North America.PorscheIt's not just about the manual transmissions, either. Porsche said the package includes an elevated standard equipment list compared to 911 Carrera S, "while prioritizing analog driving and minimizing additional weight."AdvertisementAdvertisement"The formula builds on the successful foundation set by the Carrera T to offer an even sportier option to the Carrera model family that begs for b-roads and taking the long way home."That enthusiasm comes straight from the top."As a lifelong driving enthusiast I'm personally excited to announce the return of the manual transmission to the Carrera S," said Timo Resch, president and CEO of Porsche Cars North America. "While some brands are abandoning the manual, we are proud to continue offering three pedals in a range of products that speaks to different use cases. Managing a clutch and shift lever isn't for everyone, but for the drivers who want it there really is no substitute."For those keeping track at home, here are all the 911s offering a conventional manual transmission: the 911 Carrera T coupe and Cabriolet models; the 911 GT3, 911 GT3 with Touring Package, and 911 GT3 S/C all offer the combination of a manual gearbox mated to a motorsport engine and chassis that deliver "the pinnacle of analog, enthusiast-focused driving." (You could also say there are just two models: the Carrera T and the GT3, depends on how you count them.)PorschePorsche says the new 911 Carrera S with MT Package "prioritizes the joy of driving over maximum acceleration while offering an even more powerful engine and a much wider range of personalization options than the 911 Carrera T models."AdvertisementAdvertisementMaximum acceleration comes from the 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six making 473 hp. That engine has just 3,327 pounds to push around in its exclusively rear-wheel drive configuration. That curb weight is 11 pounds more than the PDK.Porsche says you can place your orders starting today, at $169,100 for the coupe and $183,350 for the Cabriolet. Deliveries are expected to begin by the end of 2026.
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