The luminary figurehead of the esteemed Porsche brand, the illustrious Oliver Blume, has unequivocally declared that hybridization is undeniably the optimal trajectory for the legendary 911 model. This comes in anticipation of the imminent mid-cycle refresh, slated to arrive before the culmination of the current year. Scheduled for release as a 2024 model, the 992.2 iteration will be graced with the crowning jewel of the Porsche 911 Turbo S, complete with a hybrid powertrain that will undoubtedly maximize performance while simultaneously imparting a marginal uptick in fuel efficiency.

As of late, the facelifted Turbo S has been spied testing in various regions across Europe. It is based on a platform meticulously designed to seamlessly integrate with hybrid power. The precise classification of this hybrid system, whether it be categorized as a mild or self-charging variant, remains to be seen. However, upon close inspection of the accompanying pictures, it becomes increasingly evident that a plug-in hybrid is an improbable concept as there is an evident lack of a charging port.

It is expected that the eight-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission will seamlessly integrate the electric motor, with the battery potentially being situated anterior to the six-cylinder boxer engine or amidst the front firewall and front cargo area. It is unlikely that a large battery will be utilized, with the preference leaning towards a compact battery operating a 400-volt electrical system, promoting a simplistic approach. While 800-volt systems have proven to be more effective in performance-centric electric vehicles such as the Taycan, it remains to be seen if such systems will be employed in the forthcoming 911 Turbo S hybrid.

Despite its outward appearance being somewhat similar to the pre-facelift 911 Turbo S, the prototype featuring a rear end overhaul to accommodate the hybrid system, is unmistakably unique. The relocation of the exhaust pipes and finishers only emphasizes the significant transformation.

As of March 2023, Porsche offers a trifecta of powerplants in the 992-generation 911. The twin-turbo 3.0L boxer is featured in the baseline model, while the Turbo and Turbo S variants flaunt a 3.7L boxer of the twin-turbo persuasion. Meanwhile, the naturally-aspirated 4.0L screamer is shared by the GT3 and GT3 RS.

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Until the highly-anticipated 992.2 GT2 is introduced, the Turbo and Turbo S models will retain their crowns as the most powerful and torque-heavy 911s in Porsche’s lineup. The Turbo model, which boasts a 3,745 cubic centimeter displacement, generates a highly respectable 580 ps (572 horsepower) and 750 Nm (553 pound-feet) of torque. In comparison, the Turbo S delivers a significantly greater output of 650 ps (641 horsepower) and 800 Nm (590 pound-feet) of torque.

Rumors have been circulating that Porsche may potentially surmount the 800 metric pony threshold with the hybridized 911 Turbo S. However, such a notion may be characterized as wishful thinking. While it would be a magnificent feat if achieved, it would border on the preposterous, especially considering that the GT2 has yet to be unveiled.

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