And today’s letter is the letter ‘S’ because this review is our first opportunity to drive the latest 992.2-generation Porsche 911 Carrera S. So what’s ‘S’ for in this scenario?

I flew 13,000 miles to drive the new Porsche 911 Carrera S, and weeks after the experience, I'm still smiling. Keep reading to find out why.

Auto123 gets in a first test of the 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera S, which rivals the GTS as the most balanced variant in the 911 range.

Still, we expect similar times from the new Carrera S once we test one, and it'll surely beat the 2025 Carrera's 3.1-second 60-mph time and 11.4-second quarter by a tenth of a second or two.

Now, we’re getting a first crack at the 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera S coupe and cabriolet, which benefit from a number of updates courtesy of the 992.1 Carrera GTS as the new 992.2 GTS goes hybrid.

The Carrera S moves into the new year with the same basic twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six as it had last year. But Porsche has turned up the boost to make 473 hp, up 30 hp from the 2024 Carrera S.

At present moment, there are 21 ways to have your 911, and that’s not taking into account what kind of sprinkles (er, options) you want. Anyway, here’s vanilla: the 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera S.

Experience the Porsche 911 (991) Carrera S as it drives through the city, showcasing its signature exhaust sound and smooth acceleration. Enjoy the pure sound of the flat-six engine!

Paired with Porsche’s eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK), the Carrera S is capable of 0-62 mph in just 3.3 seconds and a top speed of 191 mph.

Price-wise, a Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe S will start at $148,395, while the Cabriolet ratchets the price up to $161,595. That’s a price increase of over $15,000 for both versions.

The 2025 Carrera S brings a notable power upgrade, with its twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter flat-six now producing 473 horsepower and 390 pound-feet of torque—30 more horsepower than the outgoing model.

The 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe will start at $148,395, with the cabriolet setting you back $161,595. Those are both over $15,000 more than the ’24 model’s $132,950 and $145,750 starting ...