Snapshot
- A GT3 Touring without the price… or the engine
- Seven-speed manual standard
- The order books are now open, priced at $280,600.
The 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera T has adopted a badge synonymous with the sports car, following the Macan T’s market launch in Australia.
The ‘T’ stands for Touring, and it supposedly builds on the standard Carrera 2 with some optional driver-oriented options. The top splashed out at $280,600 before on-road costs.
First, the base Carrera 283kW/450Nm The 3.0-litre turbo-petrol flat-six is mated to a seven-speed manual transmission instead of the eight-speed PDK auto.
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The Carrera T commands considerably more money than the base Carrera ($21,500), but the more powerful manual undercuts the Carrera 2 S by $17,500.
With its lowered PASM suspension, sports exhaust and bucket seats the Carrera T may be the perfect 911 for those who can’t step up to the $388,600 GT3 Touring or 911 GTS.
Australian Porsche dealers are now accepting orders for the 2023 911 Carrera T.
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What makes Carrera T special?
Porsche has tailored the Carrera T options for the enthusiast driver – hence the standard manual transmission.
Chassis tweaks include standard adaptive PASM suspension (not available on the standard 911 Carrera), a 10mm ride height drop, a mechanical rear differential and reduced sound insulation.
Inside, it gets standard-fit four-way adjustable sports bucket seats, lightweight window glass and a 12-volt battery, Sport Chrono Package and a louder exhaust system.
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The result is a 911 that has all the creature comforts you need but tips the scales at 1470kg, which isn’t a 40kg saving over the base 911.
| Porsche 911 Carrera T features |
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| Matrix LED headlights |
| 20-inch front/21-inch rear Carrera S wheels |
| Sports way |
| 4-Way Electric ‘Sports Seat Plus’ |
| Lightweight window glass |
| A lightweight 12V battery |
| PASM suspension. |
| ‘PTV’ Mechanical Rear LSD |
| Sport Chrono Package |
| GT sports steering wheel |
| Outer black package |
| 10.9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Bose sound system |
| Keyless entry |
| Front and rear parking sensors |
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Option packages
The 911 T offers more options to allow customization. These include the Carrera T Interior Pack which brings contrast seat belts and stitching to both. Lizard green or slate gray.
Those looking for more long-distance comfort can opt for 18-way power seats and an extended leather package – while for track rats, Porsche also offers lightweight fixed bucket seats with ‘RaceTex’ upholstery. .
Porsche offers a range of paint colors as standard, including Guards Red, but you can pay a bit more for metallic Jensen Blue and Ice Gray or Python Green (pictured) or the 911 GT3’s Hero Shark Blue hue. can go.
The 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera T is available to order now.