To the right of the instrument cluster is the unmissable main touchscreen, which is a wide The HVAC controls also have been simplified, with the more detailed functions moved to the screen. It's much like the setup in the latest Cayenne and is less cluttered, although only time will tell if it's easier to use. A new design theme matches these changes with a small horizontal shelf bisecting the dashboard just below the central screen.
The central air vents have been moved below this shelf to allow the screen to be mounted as high as possible; this means that the vents atop the dash now handle more of the airflow and have slider controls. This stylistic shelf is only about an inch wide, so it isn't for storage, and it has a textured-plastic surface that seems designed to capture dust.
Moreover, it looks cheaper than the metallic trim that bisects the dash on the current , but plusher trim options will be offered. This sense of cost reduction continues to the steering wheel, which feels more plasticky and has molded facsimiles of hex-head screws.
The ignition switch is similarly downgraded from the metallic-looking item in the The upper surface of the center console now sports a piano-black finish that looks good when new but is vulnerable to scratches. Even the manual transmission's shift knob is now plainly plastic rather than having the leather-and-metal look of its predecessor. And the currently standard microsuede headliner becomes an option, replaced by a less-rich cloth.
At least the superb driving position remains, with an excellent relationship of seat to pedals and a highly adjustable steering wheel that, unlike in many modern cars, can be positioned low enough for average-size drivers. The same seat options—Sport and Sport Plus in Porsche parlance—can be had, with and without extensive power adjustments. We had no opportunity to drive the car, but from the passenger seat of the Carrera S, all horses feel present. Road noise is slightly reduced—mostly from the rear wheels—on most surfaces.
And while it's difficult to discern from the right seat, turn-in, even without four-wheel steering, seems more direct with the wider front track. Overall weight is said to be similar to that of the older car, which means a little under pounds for a stripped manual Carrera S and around pounds for an automatic. The will be introduced in late November at the Los Angeles auto show. In a break with tradition, the Carrera S and 4S coupes, with PDK only, will hit the market first—in early March in Europe and on our shores in the summer.
Soon after, we'll get the cabriolet versions of the same models and, later in , the base Carrera and Carrera 4 models with both PDK and the manual transmission, the latter of which will then also migrate to the S models.
The Turbo will appear toward the end of , with many more variants sure to follow. New Cars. Buyer's Guide. Type keyword s to search. Today's Top Stories. View Photos. Car and Driver. This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below. More From First Drives. With the extended service intervals, over a two year period you could drive the car 15K miles, run three hard track days in the hot summer months and not change your oil one time!
Hopefully, nobody is that stupid or at least you have to hope, you are not looking at buying their used ! The design of the has the placement of the engine coolant radiators and air-conditioning condensers, low down in the front bumper. The position and open vent nature of the design, leaves them not only susceptible to stone impacts, but also to the buildup of debris and dirt stuck close to the side of the radiators.
These front ducts and debris need to be cleaned out regularly or the duct protected by an aftermarket screen. The front bumper has to be removed to reach the radiators and most owners never do it as part of regular service. The is commonly subject to a failure of one of the front duct mounted cooling fans. This is often due to a build up of debris that destroys the fans bearings and can cause engine overheating.
Take a flash light and look closely to see whether the front air intakes are full of rotting leaves and debris when you inspect the Look closely, the debris will be around the sides of the radiators. Damaged or corroded radiators and AC condensers cannot be repaired and must be replaced. Expect to have to replace a cooling fan on a without the addition of the aftermarket screens.
The PDK is an automated manual transmission. Two units matched together — a manual transmission rear section and automated dual clutch front section. The manual transmission rear section is very solid and reliable. Most issues occur with the electronic and hydraulically controlled clutch section at the front of the transmission.
Checking history on the car should also reveal any work completed on the PDK. Check service history for fluid changes and software updates to be sure how well the PDk has been cared for. The PDk is an excellent combination of automation and manual transmission qualities.
Test driving, it should change gear quickly, sharply and smoothly. PDK equipped cars are usually quicker than manual cars due to the speed of gear change. If you thought you could never give up a manual trans sports car, the PDK transmission might change your mind. As for resale, less and less people these days have any idea that a third pedal exists, so the PDK might be the easier sell.
The brakes on the are excellent. Brake pad material does degrade over time, so on low mileage examples check to see when the last brake service was performed. The brake fluid should be changed every few years regardless of mileage. A complete brake service with pads, rotors and sensors can be quite expensive.
Both the pads and rotors should always be changed at the same time. There should be a wear lip on the rotor and the size of that lip will determine how much mileage remains. Worn rotors crack or disintegrate, which can be particularly unpleasant when driving! The came with drilled brake rotors. Look carefully to see how clear the holes are and make sure there are not cracks between the drill holes. Cracks between the drill holes can lead to a much bigger crack and rotor failure very quickly under heavy braking.
Brake wear accelerates rapidly when the car is driven on track. The ceramic brake setup was a factory fitted option for the and generally seen on the S, Turbo and GT models. They also have a considerably longer life than their standard counterparts. However, the expected life of the PCC brakes does not always play out in reality. Sounds like a good reason for trading-in a car! Most recently, the cars have had all of their COV solenoids replaced in a maintenance campaign.
Check to see if the car you are looking at has completed that campaign. The COV device is designed to direct vacuum to effect a change, when requested to do so by an electronic control unit. For example this would include: opening a vent, changing the position of an exhaust flap, redirecting hot air from feet to screen etc. Likely systems affected on the include:. Air Cleaner Flap 2. Acoustic Simulator 3. Heater Shut-Off Valve 4. Exhaust Flaps 5. Tuning Flaps 7. Fuel Tank Vent Valve. These COV change over valves have been an issue on all the cars since the If you are buying a convertible , make sure you spend enough time checking the operation of the roof, to ensure it goes up and down smoothly.
Most of the top issues are usually simple and inexpensive to fix, but can be annoying if you only discover them when you want to drop the top on your first sunny day.
The top material does degrade over time. Replacement of the top is quite a common job for competent shops. If the top is seriously degraded, make this part of your price negotiation. Importantly, look for signs of leaks from the roof into the cabin. Look behind the seats in particular. The rear roof drains can get blocked by leaves and debris over time. This results in rainwater dripping into an area of the cabin in which electronic control units are located.
It is simple enough to keep the drains clear, but failing to do so can be an expensive and annoying oversight. The suspension on the is very reliable.
The ride quality varies a little between the early versions and the later ones. The superb driving position of the remains preserved inside the generation. There are numerous revisions and tweaks to the powerful turbocharged engines of the Porsche generation that are worth mentioning.
A larger central intercooler is found at the rear, replacing the twin intercooler units of the generation. Better-flowing exhaust manifolds also help power delivery on the Engine compression ratios have increased from Carrera S horsepower outputs increase from to as a result. Among the most revered in the segment, the legendary Porsche PDK automatic transmission has undergone some changes for the generation of the Gearing has increased from 7 to 8 speeds for the current-gen , making no compromises on either performance or fuel economy.
In fact, this new unit saves space in the drivetrain. The gearshift for this new transmission is noticeably smaller than the one found inside the previous generation as well. Open Today! Sales: 9am-7pm. Service: 8am-5pm. Parts: 8am-5pm. Look for this link on your favorites: Save. Porsche vs — Porsche vs comparison. View New Inventory.
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