2012 Porsche Carrera

AUTO ADVISOR GROUP
BRUCE HUBBARD
BRADLEY HUBBARD


Manhattan was the venue for all car manufactures the first week of April where we saw many awards given in many different categories. Porsche undoubtedly deserves the award they received.


The seventh-generation Porsche 911 has been named the 2012 World Performance Car. The announcement was made at the 2012 New York International Auto Show, at a press conference hosted by Bridgestone Corporation. The Porsche 911 was one of 34 new-for-2012 vehicles selected for the annual awards program.

"We are honored that the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S was chosen by this distinguished group of jurors as the 2012 World Performance Car,” said Detlev von Platen, president and CEO of Porsche Cars North America. “For just the seventh time in almost 50 years the iconic 911 has been revised to the point of being a new-generation, and winning this award from a global team of world-class journalists is excellent validation for the work and dedication of everyone at Porsche.”



Lower, wider, longer, more powerful and more efficient than its predecessor, the all-new 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera has been refined from the ground up. Delivering 350hp and 400hp respectively, the 3.4-liter 911 Carrera and 3.8-liter Carrera S boxer engines are available with a seven-speed manual gearbox or the seven-speed dual-clutch Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) automatic. When fitted with the Sport Chrono PDK, the Carrera can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds, while the Carrera S reaches 60 mph in 3.9 seconds and reaches a top-track-speed of 187 mph.
Since its introduction nearly 50 years ago, the Porsche 911 has provided the ultimate pairing of performance and practicality among the world’s sports cars, a vehicle that can be driven daily on the road and enjoyed during weekends at track events. Now, the newest version of the iconic Porsche sports car is introduced in the dynamic form of the new Porsche 911 Carrera and Porsche 911 Carrera S.

It is loaded with new features: a new rear axle design to improve dynamic precision and stability, a new electro-mechanical power steering system, Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV), enhanced Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and enhanced dynamic engine mount technology created for the last generation 911 GT3. The result raises the bar in driving dynamics with even more sure-footed tracking and roll stability.

The new Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S exemplify the automaker’s commitment to the Porsche Intelligent Performance philosophy – improved performance on less fuel with increased efficiency, reduced emissions and reduced mass. Nearly 90 percent of the seventh-generation 911’s components are new or significantly redesigned. The seventh- generation launches in the form of the 991 Carrera and 991 Carrera S, which will begin a new model cycle replacing the previous 997 models throughout the 911 series.



Inside the cabin of the new 911, numerous comfort, convenience and ergonomic features create an environment that allows drivers to fully focus on the road ahead, while also appreciating new available audio and communications systems by companies like Bose® and Burmester®. Both driver and passenger benefit from almost an inch more front leg room for increased comfort. The elevated center console allows for faster shifts.



The 2012 Carrera has a base Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $82,100; the 911 Carrera S has a base MSRP price of $96,400, not including a $950 destination charge.

 Auto Advisor Group
Bruce Hubbard
Bradley Hubbard
bh.autoadvisorgroup@gmail.com