When things get slippery, the all-wheel drive tech gets even more efficient.
The 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 coupe, and cabriolet are new additions to the product range of this German brand’s most renowned product line. This pair adds all-wheel drive on the 911 base model.
The standard 911 Carrera 4 variant features a 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-6 engine that produces 379 horsepower (283 Kilowatts) as well as 331 poundfeet (449 Newton meters) of torque. It is mated to an eight-speed dual clutch gearbox. The Carrera 4 coupe can reach 60 mph (96 km/h) in 4.0 seconds, or 3.8 seconds when equipped with the optional Sport Chrono Package. The all-wheel-drive cabriolet can reach 60 mph in 4.2 seconds stock or 4.0 seconds when equipped with Sport Chrono equipment. These times are the same as those for the rear-drive Carrera.
The all-wheel drive system for the Carrera 4 includes a liquid-cooled differential unit and a clutch to channel power to the front axle. Porsche claims that the new components have improved the tech’s ability to adjust power for routing power where it is most needed. This is particularly useful in slippery situations.
As standard equipment, these models include Porsche Active Suspension Management adaptive dampers. There are two modes: Sport and Normal.
The rear is the only visual difference between the Carrera 4 standard and the . Two rectangular exhaust outlets are available for the lower horsepower variant, while the more powerful version has oval-shaped pipes.
The interior of the 911 is identical to other 992-generation 911s.
People who want more traction may choose the Porsche Torque Vectoring limited slip rear differential. You can also choose from 20-inch or 21-inch staggered wheels, which are straight from the 911 Carrera 4S. Ceramic composite brakes are also available for buyers to replace standard cast iron rotors.
In the United States, the 2020 911 Carrera 4 will be available for purchase in 2020. The coupe will be priced at $106,050, with $1,350 destination fees, and the Cabriolet at $118,850.