Porsche 911 Turbo
All-weather all-wheel-drive supercar — plus the RWD GT2 outlier.
12 reviewers · 37 videos · 7 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and handling, but split on fun to drive and daily drivability.
across 12 reviewers
"this 997 is manual and rear wheel drive adds a real intensity to the gt2 rs that's not yet been repeated in any other 911 in the same way"
9WERKS TV · ▶ 12:10"it insulated me too much from the driving experience"
Rennthusiast · ▶ 7:34"I just think it is the most Exquisite daily driver"
9WERKS TV · ▶ 14:56"this is not a car that you want to daily drive or or have it stop and go traffic"
Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 13:21"fantastic value for money if you think where these are now being comparable to a Carrera derivative"
9WERKS TV · ▶ 1:31"the number one thing I hate about this car is just how expensive it is."
The Fast Lane Car · ▶ 28:49Performance
4.5/512 of 12 reviewersstrong consensus“It's knocking on the door of 500 horsepower and will tackle n to 62 in less than 4 seconds”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 1:49“530 horsepower 505 pound feet of torque... this car is no slouch boys”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 5:18“Not only do you have oodles of torque and oodles of horsepower, but you also have this unique ability to have a track capable car that can serve as an everyday driver”
positive · The Fast Lane Car · ▶ 5:21Handling
4.5/512 of 12 reviewersconsensus“This thing hits an apex like a sniper from 2 mi away taking out an enemy. It's just so easy to place.”
positive · The Fast Lane Car · ▶ 6:44“The hydraulic steering is seemingly telepathic”
positive · ISSIMI Official · ▶ 10:37“this car has such good steering feel so even though the power might feel overwhelming at times you always know what the front end is doing.”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 3:13Fun to drive
4.5/512 of 12 reviewerssplit“this 997 is manual and rear wheel drive adds a real intensity to the gt2 rs that's not yet been repeated in any other 911 in the same way”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 12:10“ultimately super easy to drive quickly, and ultimately just a lot of fun to drive slow.”
positive · The Fast Lane Car · ▶ 8:16“The more you drive it and learn its nuances the better it gets”
positive · ISSIMI Official · ▶ 12:56Daily drivability
4.0/512 of 12 reviewerssplit“I just think it is the most Exquisite daily driver”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 14:56“It is an extreme weaponrade car yet uh you can just sort of stroll through B not really notice it's it is firm riding.”
positive · Harry's garage · ▶ 10:11“the 911s have always been more comfortable than the Ferraris and the Lamborghinis of the world... you can just relax and it just drives like a normal car”
positive · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 13:16Value
4.0/511 of 12 reviewerssplit“fantastic value for money if you think where these are now being comparable to a Carrera derivative”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 1:31“very few cars lose value as slowly as a Porsche 911 Turbo”
positive · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 16:54“if you're happy to take a car with a Tiptronic in it you can save yourself a heck of a lot of money.”
positive · JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 6:39Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- Car and Driver
Maximum-Strength Dose: 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet Tested
◆Worth itThe 911 Turbo S Cabriolet is an illogical but exhilarating machine that offers hypercar-level performance in a package that can still be enjoyed for casual cruising.
- Best for
- Buyers who want the ultimate open-top 911 experience and do not prioritize price-to-performance logic.
- Watch out
- Weight exceeds 4,000 pounds · Very high price point · Requires caution to avoid legal trouble
Quotes worth your time - Road & Track
The 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S Compresses Time
◆Worth itThe 2026 911 Turbo S is an engineering marvel that makes extreme performance accessible, though it sacrifices some visceral character for clinical efficiency.
- Best for
- Drivers seeking supercar performance with the daily usability of a grand tourer.
- Watch out
- PDK downshift delay · Linear power delivery lacks top-end frenzy · High price point
Quotes worth your time - Car and Driver
2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S Tested: Approachable Insanity
◆Worth itPorsche has successfully integrated hybrid technology to make the 911 Turbo S faster and more responsive than ever, proving that weight can be offset by power and chassis engineering.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking class-leading performance and daily usability in a high-tech package.
- Watch out
- Increased curb weight · Avoid the harsh Sport suspension package
Quotes worth your time - Road & Track
It’s Hard to Love the Porsche 911 Turbo S When the GT3 Exists
◆Worth it, with caveatsThe Turbo S is a technical masterpiece of speed, but it lacks the soul and engagement that make the GT3 the superior choice for enthusiasts.
- Best for
- Hardcore speed enthusiasts who prioritize brutal acceleration and daily usability over raw driving engagement.
- Watch out
- Lacks auditory drama · Steering feel is less engaging than GT3 · High price point · PDK lacks the engagement of a manual
1,019 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Road & Track
Driving the Greatest Porsche 911s Ever Made
◆Worth itWhile the 991.2 GT2 RS is the fastest 911 ever made, the 911 R is the best driver's car of the group, prioritizing pure joy over raw speed.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking the pinnacle of Porsche's GT engineering and driving engagement.
- Watch out
- High cost of entry for limited models · Gen 1 PCCB brake warm-up requirements · Extreme performance requires driver skill
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