Here’s some background and details about the Porsche 911 992.2 GTS T-Hybrid, which just launched in mid-2024 — and yes, it’s technically a hybrid, but it’s very different from the plug-in or fully electric hybrids people usually think of:
What is it?
The 992.2 GTS introduces Porsche’s first production hybrid 911, called T-Hybrid (“T” for “Turbo”), in the facelifted 992.2 generation.
How does the hybrid work?
Power output:
Weight & balance:
Driving dynamics:
So why “barely a hybrid”?
Visual updates:
Bottom line:
The 911 992.2 GTS T-Hybrid is Porsche’s first step into electrifying the iconic 911 — but purists can relax: it’s still very much a traditional 911 with a flat-six, manual option (in the Carrera), and a focus on driving excitement rather than EV range.
What is it?The 992.2 GTS introduces Porsche’s first production hybrid 911, called T-Hybrid (“T” for “Turbo”), in the facelifted 992.2 generation.
How does the hybrid work?- It’s a mild hybrid system: there’s a small electric motor (around 15 kW / ~20 hp) integrated into the new 8-speed PDK transmission.
- The system uses a 400V electrical architecture with a compact 1.9 kWh battery, but it cannot drive on electric power alone — it’s there purely for performance, not for zero-emissions driving.
- The electric boost improves throttle response and helps spool the new single, electrically assisted turbocharger faster.
Power output:- The 3.6-liter flat-six (up from 3.0 liters) + electric motor produce a total of 541 hp (405 kW) and 610 Nm of torque — about 30 hp more than the outgoing 992 GTS.
- 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) is down to just 3.0 seconds.
Weight & balance:- The system adds about 50 kg (110 lbs) vs the non-hybrid Carrera, but Porsche worked to keep weight low by removing the belt-driven starter-generator and using an electric compressor instead.
Driving dynamics:- Porsche says it uses the electric motor to fill in torque at low revs, so turbo lag is practically eliminated.
- This makes the car feel even more responsive than previous GTS models — but there’s no silent EV mode or electric-only driving.
So why “barely a hybrid”?- Because it’s really a performance-oriented mild hybrid, not a fuel-saving or plug-in system: it doesn’t let you drive electrically, and the battery is too small for significant energy storage.
- It’s designed solely to enhance power delivery, throttle response, and efficiency in sporty driving.
Visual updates:- New front bumper with active aero flaps.
- Slightly updated headlights and taillights.
- New interior options with the latest PCM infotainment.
Bottom line:The 911 992.2 GTS T-Hybrid is Porsche’s first step into electrifying the iconic 911 — but purists can relax: it’s still very much a traditional 911 with a flat-six, manual option (in the Carrera), and a focus on driving excitement rather than EV range.