The all new 2009 Porsche Turbo Cabriolet. Corralled in the engine bay are 125 extra horses for a total of 480 from the 3.6-liter flat six-cylinder. Torque is rated at 460 pound-feet from a low 1,950 to 5,000 rpm. The Sport Chrono Package Turbo, which offers an overboost function, further raises the torque to 505 pound-feet at the touch of a button.
Responsible for the extra firepower are twin turbochargers featuring Variable Turbine Geometry. Acceleration from zero to 60 miles per hour is achieved in just 3.8 seconds for the manual six-speed transmission and 3.5 seconds for the optional Tiptronic S five-speed automatic. The top speed is 193 mph.
When you go fast, you may also need to stop fast, so Porsche equips the 911 Turbo with six-piston brakes up front and four-piston brakes out back, all with aluminum-fixed calipers and ventilated discs. For more stopping power, the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake system is optional.
Porsche Active Suspension Management, with normal and sport settings, is standard.
A spoiler rises out of the rear body work to reduce lift at high speeds.
The convertible's drag coefficient is remarkably low at just 0.31.
Two-tone 19-inch alloy wheels show the world the 911 Turbo means business.
Like other 911 convertibles, the soft-top roof can be lowered in just 20 seconds at the touch of a button. A standard detachable wind deflector reduces turbulence and noise in the passenger compartment at high speeds, while a lightweight aluminum hard-top is an option.
Many interior amenities come standard including automatic climate control, an on-board computer, HomeLink system and 12-speaker Bose surround-sound audio system.
Comfortable enough to be a daily driver. The bluetooth phone link works very well. I-pod intergrates nicely. Full leather is sweet. The top comes down easily (but you must hold the button). That's hard to do while trying to shift. Power really comes on quickly at 4000 rpm. Freeway speed acceleration is obscene. Stereo thumps, seat's comfortable.
The commanding exterior design of the new 911 Turbo takes the car to whole new levels in terms of aesthetic appeal, aerodynamic ability, and ultimate agility on the road. With incredibly bright Bi-Xenon headlamps, complete with an integrated cleaning system, the traditional design of the 911 Turbo is honored, as driver vision is enhanced and emphasized.
Not a second of your time is wasted on the road with Porsche's new Turbo ride. With hand-stitched leather seating, electric seat adjustment for lumbar support and ultimate comfort, and a uniform lightly concept complete with foot well lighting, the interior of the all new Turbo has been fine-tuned for maximum enjoyment and contentedness of the driver and passenger. The renowned Porsche Communication Management (PCM) features extensive audio options, an onboard computer, and satellite navigation, all available via a bright 6.5" color display and full touchscreen controls.
Every aspect of the all new 911 Turbo has been configured in detail. Exterior air inlets and air ducts are ingeniusly designed and positioned upon the hot dip galvanized body shell for maximum efficiency of the use of oncoming airflow. This allows for the direct and speedy cooling of the Turbo's twin radiators, as well as that of the front and rear brakes. Not a single square inch of space is not put to intelligent use in the case of the expertly-engineered 911 Turbo.
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