Porsche 911 GT3 - User Handbook Manual

The new 911 GT3 RS and 911
GT3
Extreme truth
The 911 GT3
The new 911 GT3 RS
Drive
Chassis
Safety
Comfort
Motorsport
Environment
Personalization
Service
Summary
Technical data
Index
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The 911 GT3
For many motorsport is enjoyable.
For us it is a core value.
You can develop a sports car from experience.
Or from the heart.
The 911 GT3.
You might be able to build a
Engineers who firmly oppose any
The key data: a flat-six Boxer
sports car with experience alone.
form of compromise. Developed
engine located right at the
But never a Porsche – and
from the heart. The 911 GT3.
back for a low center of gravity
especially not a 911 GT3. That
and increased traction on the
takes much more: engineers
At the heart of the 911 GT3 is
drive axle. The cubic capacity
who are dedicated to the develop-
the engine. A development
is 3.8-liters. The engine has
ment of race cars right from
from motorsport, of course. An
advanced VarioCam, a system
the start. Whose passion is for
engine with more power than
for adjusting the inlet camshafts,
motorsport, above all else.
its predecessor, but with a
and also the outlet camshafts.
similar level of fuel consumption.
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The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | The 911 GT3
This gives even more power and
With regard to propulsion, two
reduces vibration and the move-
higher torque, resulting in 435 hp
values sum up the potential
ment of inert masses in the power
at 7,600 rpm. The maximum
power of the 911 GT3. First,
unit by automatically modifying
engine speed is 8,500 rpm and
acceleration: 4.0 seconds
the stiffness and damping of the
maximum torque is 317 lb.-ft.
from 0 to 60 mph. Second,
engine mounts.
at 6,250 rpm. Impressive values,
top track speed: acceleration
especially if you look at the per-
doesn’t stop until the car
formance figures it can achieve.
reaches 194 mph.
A smooth six-speed manual
Improved driving dynamics and
gearbox effectively transmits
stability are achieved with the
this power onto the road. The
optional new dynamic engine
gear-lever throw is short and
mounts (page 48). This system
precise.
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | The 911 GT3
Porsche Active Suspension Man-
Control (SC) to provide stabilization
GT3 wheels (page 52). The road-
agement (PASM, page 56) ensures
within the limits of driving dynamics
approved sport tires are designed
a responsive drive and superior
and Traction Control (TC) to regu-
to enable higher cornering speeds,
handling.
late the longitudinal dynamics and
as well as precision handling
improve acceleration on various
on the road or racetrack.
Everything that’s crucial for use on
road surfaces. Both systems
the racetrack can be adjusted on
can be disabled completely in two
Everything on the 911 GT3 is
the chassis, including the settings
stages – for an active driving
designed to save weight. The
for height, camber, toe angle and
experience on the racetrack. Tire
doors and front hood are made
the anti-roll bars on the front and
Pressure Monitoring System
from aluminum and the engine
rear axles.
(TPMS) is included as standard.
cover is made from a lightweight
The 911 GT3 has Porsche Stability
One feature that has come directly
a weight-to-power ratio of just
Management (PSM, page 54)
from motorsport is the central
7.1 lb per hp.
with two control systems: Stability
locking device for the 19-inch
synthetic material. The result:
If that were not enough, especially
Our approach to safety is as
The latest in communication tech-
for use on the racetrack, instead
uncompromising as usual, in
nology is also included with the
of the conventional battery,
terms of both active and passive
standard CDR-30 audio system or
Porsche is offering an optional
safety features. A heavy-duty but
the optional Porsche Communica-
lithium-ion battery (page 73).
lightweight braking system offers
tion Management (PCM, page 75).
The main advantage is a weight
excellent performance, even in
saving of approximately 22 lb.
extreme conditions. To reduce
The 911 GT3. Developed from the
weight, the monobloc calipers in
heart so that you do not have to
Even everyday use has been
the compound brake disks are
make compromises.
considered, with a new optional
made from aluminum. Porsche
ride-height lift system for the front
Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB,
axle (page 51). At low speeds,
page 64) is also available as an
the front of the vehicle can be
option.
raised by 1.2 inches if there is
a risk of it grounding.
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Along ideal lines.
The aerodynamics and design of the 911 GT3.
In motorsport there are clear
with the front lip spoiler, provide
daytime running lights are
rules. One of these is to push the
even more front-end downforce.
harmoniously integrated into
boundaries of performance. An
As is typical in motorsport, all of
the separate front light units
attribute that is clearly reflected
the cooling air inlets are protected
over the outer air intakes.
in the exterior of the 911 GT3
by air inlet grilles with a dark grey
with a design that follows function
powder-coated finish.
in every respect.
The lights enhance the powerful
The front air vents, ahead of the
appearance of the 911 GT3,
front lid, channel cooling air to
with Bi-Xenon™ headlights fitted
the radiator and, in combination
as standard. Indicators and LED
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The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | The 911 GT3
At the rear, distinctive LED lights
to the engine size and a clear
The combined effect of all of
are drawn right into the fascia and
indication of its power.
these aerodynamic refinements
is a low drag coefficient of just
taper outwards. Unmistakable –
just like the fixed bi-plane wing.
As the car’s speed increases, two
0.32. Also, greater downforce,
This provides aerodynamic down-
ram-air collector intakes on the
better aerodynamic balance,
force and greater driving stability,
engine lid help to force additional
excellent road-holding character-
even at speed. It is made from
air into the intake manifold and
istics, better directional stability
a lightweight synthetic material
engine compartment. Another
and improved driving safety.
and the angle of incidence on
distinctive feature of the 911 GT3
Our core motorsport values can
the upper wing profile can be
is the central, black dual-tube
be both felt and seen in the new
adjusted for use on the racetrack.
tailpipe of the sport exhaust
911 GT3.
Embossed on the side plates of
system.
the rear wing: ‘3.8’. A reference
The new 911 GT3 RS
Life is not a spectator sport.
No illusions. No compromises.
Nothing but the truth.
The new 911 GT3 RS.
A new RS? Didn’t we reach the
defined: more power, higher
The performance figures: 450 hp
pinnacle with the last model? But
performance and faster lap times.
at 7,900 rpm. Maximum torque is
we couldn’t stop thinking about it.
317 lb.-ft. at 6,750 rpm. Maximum
It kindled our ambition. We defined
To increase engine power, the air
a performance level that seemed
intake system was reviewed and
impossible even for a 911 GT3 RS.
improved using a new air filter.
Values that speak for themselves.
Now we know better.
The result is a vehicle for maxi-
Producing power that demands
mum performance powered by
respect. From stationary, the
Based on the 911 GT3, it had
a six-cylinder Boxer engine with
new 911 GT3 RS can accelerate
the best starting point. The task
3.8-liter displacement and enhan-
to 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds.
set for our engineers was clearly
ced VarioCam timing (page 36).
The top track speed is 193 mph.
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revs are reached at 8,500 rpm.
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | The new 911 GT3 RS
The transmission? Manual. Six
Porsche Active Suspension Mana-
new 911 GT3 RS is split so that
gears. Short shift precision gear
gement (PASM, page 56) is set
camber can be set even more
changes. The ratios of gears 1 to
for even higher performance than
precisely to meet the demands of
5 are about 13 % shorter than in the
in the 911 GT3. Of course, in the
motorsport.
911 GT3. For better acceleration.
new 911 GT3 RS as well, height,
Instead of a dual-mass flywheel,
camber and toe-angle, and the
the new 911 GT3 RS uses a single-
front and rear axle stabilizers, can
mass flywheel which is lighter
be adjusted individually for use
and allows the engine to rev more
on the racetrack. In addition, the
freely.
wishbone on the rear axle of the
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | The new 911 GT3 RS
The new dynamic engine mounts
Stability Control (SC) and Traction
axle. This increases the toe angle
(page 48) are fitted as standard
Control (TC). However, if you
by 12 mm and 30 mm, resulting
in the 911 GT3 RS. This system
want to perfect your driving skills
in even greater stability. And so
reduces the vibration and move-
on the racetrack, PSM can be
even higher performance levels.
ment of the power unit by chang-
disabled completely in two stages.
ing the damping and stiffness of
In addition to power and precision,
the engine mounts. For a notice-
The 19-inch GT3 wheels (page 52)
an essential consideration when
able increase in driving dynamics.
with central locking device and
designing the 911 GT3 RS was, of
‘RS’ logo are fitted with road-legal
course, lightweight construction.
The excellent driving stability is
sport tires. Compared to the
A weight-to-power ratio of only
down to Porsche Stability Manage-
911 GT3, the tires are wider on
6.7 lb/hp has been achieved
ment (PSM, page 54), which
the front and back and have a
thanks to the use of materials
includes two control systems,
smaller offset on the front and rear
taken directly from motorsport,
including titanium, aluminum and
Developing a driving machine like
More power. Greater driving dynam-
carbon. The new 911 GT3 RS also
the new 911 GT3 RS also means
ics. Less weight. Not an easy task.
has lightweight door panels. For
taking responsibility. Firstly, for the
And all just for a few tenths of a
use on the racetrack, for the
driver’s safety. As in the 911 GT3,
second less. Because to you – and
first time Porsche is offering an
the braking system has been
to us – they mean everything.
optional lithium-ion battery (page
improved – the new composite
73), thus saving approximately
brake discs with aluminum
another 22 lb.
monobloc calipers are highly efficient. Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB, page 64) is available
as an option. The sport bucket
seats are standard.
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Der neue 911 GT3 | Das Konzept
The design speaks a clear language.
The language of functionality.
The aerodynamics and design of the new 911 GT3 RS.
The requirements were unambi-
enables a wider toe-angle and the
for excellent driving stability and
guous: no gimmicks. It is not the
user of wider tires for greater
downforce. The mounts are made
eye that will make the decision,
stability and improved cornering.
from forged aluminum and the
but the hand on the stop watch.
Although some may disagree.
carbon rear wing can be adjusted
Like the 911 GT3, the 911 GT3 RS
has new air inlet grilles – effective
The difference from the 911 GT3
protection for the cooling air
can be seen at first glance.
inlets.
The body of the new 911 GT3 RS
is wider – 44 mm at the rear
A striking visual feature is the
axle and also, for the first time,
fixed rear wing, bringing technol-
26 mm at the front axle. This
ogy straight from the racetrack
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for use on the racetrack.
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | The new 911 GT3 RS
The engine lid with a ‘GT3 RS’
those on the 911 GT3. You can
A further reflection of the car’s
logo is made from a lightweight
see, and hear the difference.
sporting credentials is the new
Aluminum Look fuel filler cap.
synthetic material, as is the new
rear middle section. A typical
Another, particularly noticeable
feature is the additional large air
difference compared to the
In short, it gets noticed. Certainly
inlet on the engine cover (ram-air
911 GT3 is the paintwork. The
because of its design, but
collector) for increased air
air inlet frame on the front, the
especially because of its effective
intake and even better cooling.
wheels, the exterior mirrors, the
aerodynamics. The result is
logo above the fenders and on
greater downforce front and rear,
The dual-tube tailpipe is integrated
the engine lid as well as the
helping to ensure excellent road-
into the center of the body. The
side plates on the rear wing are
holding, stability and handling.
silencer and tailpipes are made
painted in a contrasting color –
from lightweight titanium. Their
as is the decorative side logo.
diameter is 5 mm larger than
Drive
Many ignore the figures that come after the decimal point.
We measure ourselves against them.
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Drive
You can’t get much closer to the truth.
The engines.
Powering the 911 GT3 models is a
ment of 3,797 cubic inches,
118 hp per liter. This increase is
liquid-cooled six-cylinder Boxer
corresponding to an output of
due to the two new double-flow air
engine with four-valve technology
114 hp per liter. The maximum
filter housings and the new vari-
and enhanced VarioCam variable
torque is 317 lb.-ft. at 6,250 rpm.
able intake manifold with larger
valve timing (page 36). The vehi-
The 911 GT3 accelerates to
intake tubes than those used on
cle’s high-performance concept
60 mph in 4.0 seconds with a
the 911 GT3. The greater through-
produces an impressive maximum
top track speed of 194 mph.
put of air increases engine power.
engine speed of 8,500 rpm.
In terms of performance data,
The 3.8 liter engine in the new
the maximum torque of 317 lb.-ft.
In the 911 GT3, the engine gener-
911 GT3 RS delivers even more
is reached at 6,750 rpm.
ates 435 hp from a total displace-
power: 450 hp. The output is
3.8-liter Boxer engine
472
489
Power (hp)
442
435 hp
381
413
383
326
272
354
317 lb.-fb.
217
324
163
295
109
265
54
236
0
206
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
7000
8000
Torque (lb.-ft.)
435
9000
Engine speed (rpm)
911 GT3: 435 hp at 7.600 rpm, 317 lb.-ft. at 6.250 rpm
472
489
Power (hp)
442
450 hp
381
413
383
326
272
354
317 lb.-ft.
217
324
163
295
109
265
54
236
0
206
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
7000
8000
Torque (lb.-ft.)
435
9000
Engine speed (rpm)
911 GT3 RS: 450 hp at 7,900 rpm, 317 lb.-ft. at 6,750 rpm
Pressing the SPORT button,
The 911 GT3’s weight to power
standard in both models, temporarily
ratio is 7.1 lb per hp. In the new
engines, even at times of high
increases low-end torque up
911 GT3 RS it is 6.7 lb per hp.
lateral acceleration, is ensured by
to 35 lb.-ft. in the middle engine
speed range.
A consistent supply of oil to the
a dry sump lubrication system
In conclusion: increased power
(page 36) with an external engine
and performance – but with
oil reservoir. The oil is cooled by
The new 911 GT3 RS passes
fuel consumption comparable
an oil-liquid heat exchanger. Both
60 mph mark in 3.8 seconds.
to that of their predecessors.
of these systems have proven
Short ratios increase the accel-
In addition, both engines meet
themselves on the racetrack.
eration potential in all six gears.
the stringent requirements of
Consistent aerodynamics, designed
the LEV II emissions standard.
for downforce, allow high cornering
speeds and excellent driving
stability and performance. However, the top track speed is still
an impressive 193 mph.
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Extremely lightweight titanium
ratios, provides plenty of perfor-
charging and increase perfor-
connecting rods and lighter pistons
mance.
mance.
ensuring dynamic engine speed
Added to this is a variable intake
In brief, it is all about performance
development. The inlet and exhaust
manifold with two resonance valves
– including driver performance.
valves are actuated by especially
(page 38) which work together
We have simply provided the right
lightweight tappets and hydraulic
with the sport exhaust system to
conditions for it.
valve clearance adjustment.
ensure efficient cylinder charging
reduce oscillating masses, thus
and high throughput rates. The
This enables a maximum engine
large volume of the exhaust system
speed of 8,500 rpm which, to-
supplements the low-resistance
gether with the short sporty gear
intake manifold to improve cylinder
16
15
13
17
13
14
3
4
12
7
5
11
8
10
6
1
9
2
19
18
3.8-liter Boxer engine 911 GT3
1. VarioCam for inlet valves
2. VarioCam for outlet valves
3. Tappets with hydraulic valve
clearance adjustment
4. Inlet valves
5. Valve springs
6. Crankshaft
7. Intake camshaft
8. Camshaft drive chain
9. Tensioner rail
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Forged aluminum piston
Titanium connecting rod
Nikasil®-coated cylinder bore
Resonance valve
Throttle valve (electronically
actuated)
15. Variable intake manifold
16. Separate engine oil reservoir
(dry-sump lubrication)
17. Oil filler pipe
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18. Oil scavenge pumps for
cylinder heads
19. Vacuum pump
VarioCam
VarioCam.
distinguishes between different
Dry-sump lubrication.
load scenarios and adapts to the
Both engines in the 911 GT3
corresponding power requirement.
models are equipped with enhanced VarioCam. This system not
A consistent oil supply is fundamental to track and competition
The adjustment is performed
Motronic®
driving. This is ensured by the
only adjusts the camshafts on the
seamlessly by the
intake side according to engine
ME7.8.2 electronic engine man-
dry-sump lubrication system, even
during high lateral and longitudinal
speed and load, it also controls the
agement system. This enables
acceleration.
exhaust camshaft – for even more
smoother running characteristics,
power and torque. The continuous
better fuel economy, lower exhaust
Once it has passed through the
valve timing adjustment is per-
emissions and, most important
engine, two scavenge pumps in
formed by a rotary-type adjuster
of all, added power and torque
each cylinder head and another
on each camshaft. VarioCam is
across the entire engine speed
two in the crankcase take the
an engine control concept that
range.
engine oil quickly back to an
external reservoir.
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The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Drive
The oil pumps are designed so
For the engine this means consis-
The 911 GT3 and the new
that there is negative pressure
tent lubrication of the crankshaft
911 GT3 RS are factory-filled with
in the crankcase. This reduces
assembly and the two cylinder
Mobil 1 high-performance fully
resistance to the movement of
banks, even under very high lateral
synthetic oil. Its exceptional
the pistons to improve power
and longitudinal loads which are
lubricating properties ensure
output and efficiency. Another
possible with sport tires.
reliable starting even in the
pump in the crankcase supplies
coldest conditions and, impor-
the lubricating points in the
tantly, contribute to the long-term
engine from the external reser-
durability of the engine.
voir.
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Drive
Intake manifold.
In addition to a conventional distri-
The result: higher levels of power
butor pipe, the 911 GT3 and the
and torque over a wider engine
The 911 GT3 models are equipped
new 911 GT3 RS have two reso-
speed range.
with a variable intake manifold
nance pipes with resonance
with two resonance valves – and
valves. At low engine speeds both
larger intake pipes in the new
resonance valves are closed.
911 GT3 RS. The intake manifold
At medium rpm, the first, smaller
works in conjunction with the
valve opens. At high rpm, both
The lightweight sport exhaust
sport exhaust system, featuring
valves open. The system uses the
system in the 911 GT3 models
two central tailpipes, to achieve
vibrations in the air caused by the
consists of two front silencers,
optimum cylinder charging and
movement of the engine valves to
two catalytic converters and one
throughput rates.
force air into the cylinders.
rear silencer. The exhaust on the
Sport exhaust system.
911 GT3 intake manifold
911 GT3 sport exhaust system
911 GT3 is painted black, whereas
Thanks to its advanced exhaust
What that means for you is more
on the 911 GT3 RS it is made from
technology, both 911 GT3 models
power – but not at the expense
titanium. The system’s large volume meet the strict emissions standard
reduces exhaust back pressure to
of LEV II in the USA.
increase power.
An oxygen sensor system monitors
Each of the two banks of cylinders
the composition of the exhaust
has its own separate exhaust
gas individually for each bank of
tract. The position and design of
cylinders. An additional oxygen
the catalytic converters enable
sensor in each exhaust section
rapid warm-up to ensure effective
monitors the conversion of pollu-
emissions control.
tants in each catalytic converter.
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of the environment.
Rule no. 1 on the racetrack:
Don’t lose time unnecessarily.
Transmission.
We have certainly kept to that
and accurate gearshifts. In con-
lighter and therefore increases
rule, as the six-speed manual
junction with the friction-optimized
engine dynamics. The engine
gearbox in the 911 GT3 models
cable pull shift, the gearbox
turns even more easily in its
has been designed especially for
provides an extremely high level
upper speed ranges – with a
the high demands of motorsport.
of precision and capacity. Unlike
somewhat higher noise level.
This lightweight gearbox is highly
the 911 GT3, which has a dual-
efficient and the gear-lever throw
mass flywheel, the new 911 GT3 RS
is short and precise, enabling fast
uses a single-mass flywheel. It is
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1
2
3
13
1
16
1.
2.
3.
4.
Radiator module
Central radiator
Tandem brake booster
Six-speed manual gearbox
5. Separate engine oil reservoir
(dry-sump lubrication)
6. Variable intake manifold
7. Throttle valve
(electronically actuated)
8. Coolant expansion tank
10
14
5
6
17
7
15
4
11
9
8
13
12
10
16
911 GT3 RS
9. Generator
10. Front silencer
11. Main silencer on sport
exhaust system
12.
13.
14.
15.
Multi-link rear suspension
PASM damper
Oil filler pipe
Air filter
16. Composite brake discs
17. Engine mount
1
2
3
13
1
16
1.
2.
3.
4.
Radiator module
Central radiator
Tandem brake booster
Six-speed manual gearbox
5. Separate engine oil reservoir
(dry-sump lubrication)
6. Variable intake manifold
7. Throttle valve
(electronically actuated)
8. Coolant expansion tank
10
14
5
6
17
7
15
4
11
9
8
13
12
10
16
911 GT3
9. Generator
10. Front silencer
11. Main silencer on sport
exhaust system
12.
13.
14.
15.
Multi-link rear suspension
PASM damper
Oil filler pipe
Air filter
16. Composite brake discs
17. Engine mount
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Drive
The gear ratios are perfectly
Robust steel heat-resistant baulk
The lock factors of the locking
matched to the two 3.8-liter
rings on gears three to five enable
rear differentials that are standard
engines. In the new 911 GT3 RS
a precise gearshift action even
for both models – 28 % when
the ratio of gears 1 to 5 is about
under extreme loads. Cooling is
cornering under power and 40 %
13 % shorter than in the 911 GT3,
provided by an additional oil-to-
when cornering on the overrun –
for an even more dynamic power
water heat exchanger and spray
are optimally matched to
development. Top track speed
lubrication. Both of these features
the engines’ power and torque
is reached in 6th gear.
are essential for durability in
characteristics. For better
endurance racing conditions.
acceleration and handling when
exiting a corner.
Chassis
Exceptional dynamics. Excellent stability. Direct connection with the road.
All other adjustments are up to you.
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Chassis
We’ve always considered the laws of physics a challenge.
Thankfully our engineers haven’t.
The new dynamic engine mount system.
Adding to driving dynamics: the
The engines in the 911 GT3
but, at first, the mass of the engine
dynamic engine mount system
models are bolted to the body
won’t. This means that the rear
is available as an option in the
using two mounts. According to
of the vehicle is pushed outwards
911 GT3 and is standard in the
Newton’s law of inertia, a body
after a time lag because of the
911 GT3 RS. This electronically
will continue to move in a uniform
inert forces from the engine’s mass
controlled system minimizes
straight line unless it is made to
acting on it.
noticeable oscillations and vibra-
change its direction by a force act-
tions in the whole drive system,
ing upon it. Put more simply: when
The dynamic engine mount system
particularly the engine.
you are driving into a turn, the
minimizes this effect. The steering
vehicle will follow your steering
angle, longitudinal and lateral
Magnetorheological fluid
in an unmagnetized state
Magnetorheological fluid
in a magnetized state
Dynamic engine mount system
acceleration values are constantly
comfort and less vibration when
force on the rear axle, increased
recorded by sensors and the
driving normally, harder for a more
traction and better acceleration.
stiffness of the two engine mounts
direct driving feel when driving
is changed automatically accord-
more sportily. Similar characteris-
In everyday driving and on the
ing to the driving style. This is
tics to those of the 911 GT3 race
racetrack, this means more
achieved using a magnetizable
cars where the engine is bolted
stability in most driving situations.
(magnetorheological) fluid and an
directly to the body.
electrically generated magnetic
field. The magnetizable particles
The dynamic engine mount
align with each other and the fluid’s
system also reduces the vertical
viscosity changes. This alters the
oscillations of the engine when
stiffness and absorption of the
accelerating under full load. The
engine mounts: softer for greater
result: greater and more uniform
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911 GT3 front axle with Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)
The connection between the heart and the mind.
Transferred to the car and the road.
Chassis.
The chassis of the 911 GT3 and
The front axle has McPherson-
The rear axle has subframe-
the new 911 GT3 RS is designed
type struts with the wheels
mounted LSA (Light, Stable, Agile)
to meet the high demands of
mounted individually on trailing
multi-link suspension, as well
motorsport. The cars are there-
arms and wishbones. The springs
as special shock absorber coordi-
fore approximately 1.2 inches
and shock absorbers have
nation. Ride height, camber, toe
lower than the 911 Carrera. Their
been individually adapted for the
angle and anti-roll bar settings
lightweight construction offers
two 911 GT3 models to ensure
can be adapted individually for
major weight savings, not least
precise wheel location, good
the racetrack. A special feature
in terms of unsprung mass, for
directional stability and excellent
of the new 911 GT3 RS is that
exceptional agility, a high level
handling.
the wishbone on the rear axle
of safety and inherent stability,
is split. So the camber can be
especially when cornering.
adjusted even more precisely to
the demands of motorsport.
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The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Chassis
Thanks to the very stiff connection
there is a risk of it grounding,
the center console*. It can be
between the chassis and body,
which will enable curbs, ramps,
operated either while stationary or
there is more exact wheel location,
and garage entrances to be
while traveling at a speed of up to
so better handling and turn-in.
negotiated more easily and with
approximately 31 mph.
more precision than other sports
Ride-height lift system.
Our engineers have developed a
cars similar to the 911 GT3 mod-
This is a good example of how
els. A compressor generates air
our race engineers still consider
pressure that lifts the front shock
everyday use.
absorbers in PASM (page 56).
new ride-height lift system for the
front axle. The front of the vehicle
The optional lift system is activated
can now be lifted by 1.2 inches if
and deactivated by a button on
* The lift system should be moved to
the lower position when the vehicle is
parked because the air pressure is only
maintained for a certain length of time.
911 GT3 rear axle with Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Chassis
Steering.
highway, the ratio is less direct –
Wheels and tires.
although still extremely agile with
Important for everyday use and
excellent feedback. The greater
The 911 GT3 models run on one-
essential on the racetrack: a
the steering input the more direct
piece 19-inch GT3 wheels. They
steering system that responds to
– and therefore more agile – the
are painted titanium-color on the
every steering command directly,
steering ratio. This is particularly
911 GT3 and a contrasting color
with excellent precision and
beneficial on tight curves.
on the new 911 GT3 RS. Taken
reliability. Just like the steering in
directly from motorsport is the
the 911 GT3 models with variable
The three-spoke steering wheel
central locking device with ‘GT3’
steering ratio. For steering inputs
features manual height and reach
or ‘RS’ logo. The advantages over
around the straight-ahead position,
adjustment. It is covered in
a conventional five-hole screwed
such as when driving on the
Alcantara® and the spokes have
fitting include better driving
a Volcano grey trim.
dynamics and performance thanks
provide the necessary grip for
to fewer rotating masses and, of
the 911 GT3 models, although
course, faster wheel changes. A
the lower tread profile presents
huge advantage – especially when
a greater risk of hydroplaning on
racing.
wet roads.
The wheel dimensions on the
The latest Tire Pressure Monitoring
911 GT3 are 8.5 J x 19 with 235/35
System (TPMS) is provided as
ZR 19 tires (front) and 12 J x 19
standard. Through the display on
with 305/30 ZR 19 tires (rear).
the on-board computer, the system
Those on the new 911 GT3 RS are
gives a warning before the tire
even more impressive: 9 J x 19
pressure becomes too low in the
with 245/35 ZR 19 tires (front) and
case of either slow or very sudden
12 J x 19 with 325/30 ZR 19 tires
loss of pressure.
19-inch GT3 wheel with central locking device
(911 GT3)
(rear). Road-legal sport tires
19-inch GT3 wheel with central locking
device in Guards Red contrasting color
(911 GT3 RS)
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A real paradox:
The lower the intervention, the more dynamic the drive.
Porsche Stability Management (PSM).
To contribute towards safety and
Stability Control (SC) stabilizes
individual wheels to stabilize the
driving stability within the dynamic
the lateral dynamics using sensors
vehicle within the limits of its
range, the 911 GT3 and new
which constantly monitor the
driving dynamics.
911 GT3 RS are fitted for the first
vehicle’s speed, yaw velocity and
time with Porsche Stability Manage-
lateral acceleration. From this
Traction Control (TC), with its inte-
ment (PSM). In addition to the
information it is possible to calcu-
grated automatic brake differential
anti-lock braking system (ABS), it
late the actual direction of travel.
(ABD), anti-slip regulation (ASR)
includes two automatic control
If the vehicle deviates from its
and engine drag-torque control
systems: Stability Control (SC) and
course, Stability Control (SC)
(EDC), regulates the longitudinal
Traction Control (TC).
might initiate selective braking on
dynamics of the car. This sports-
· 54 ·
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Chassis
oriented traction control improves
ments, the vehicle can now also
The anti-lock braking system inte-
handling when accelerating on
be controlled with the throttle to
grated in PSM (ABS 8.0) remains
different road surfaces. It also
drive very dynamically around
active in all of these settings. ABS
prevents the rear of the car from
curves. Traction Control (TC) is
ensures that the braking distance
oversteering if a wheel loses
still active in this mode.
is as short as possible for greater
traction under full power. However,
safety.
the intervention threshold is
Stage 2 disables Traction Control
relatively high, which means that
as well via the separate ‘SC+TC
it is rarely employed in normal
OFF’ switch. In this mode both
dry conditions.
lateral dynamic control and the
traction control functions are
A unique feature of PSM on the
deactivated. The driver now has
911 GT3 models is that the control
full command of the vehicle.
interventions of both systems
are delayed and can be disabled
In both stage 1 (SC OFF) and
completely in two stages. This
stage 2 (SC + TC OFF), the lateral
enables greater driver involve-
dynamic control is not reactivated
ment, for example, when on the
again even when there is hard
racetrack. Stage 1 disables the
braking within the ABS range. This
Stability Control (SC) via the ‘SC
strategy enables motorsport-
OFF’ switch in the center console.
derived dynamics for personalized
In ‘SC OFF’ mode, the system does
performance on the racetrack.
not intervene if the car goes off-
Compared to the 911 GT3, the
course in the lateral direction. In
PSM in the new 911 GT3 RS is
addition to specific steering move-
set for even higher performance.
· 55 ·
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Chassis
Normal mode?
A very subjective question.
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM).
Both 911 GT3 models have
conditions and driving style. Both
and on the racetrack in
Porsche Active Suspension
models are also 1.2 inches lower
wet conditions. ‘Sport’ mode is
Management (PASM), an electronic
than the standard 911 Carrera.
especially for maximum lateral
acceleration and the best possi-
damper adjustment system,
fitted as standard. PASM actively
At the press of a button, the driver
and continuously controls the
can choose between two setup
individual damping forces for each
modes. ‘Normal’ mode is designed
wheel according to current road
for sporty driving on general roads
ble traction on the racetrack.
Left:
Rebound in ‘Normal’
mode – damper piston
and bypass valve
Right:
Rebound in ‘Sport’ mode –
damper piston only
Left:
Compression in ‘Normal’
mode – damper piston
and bypass valve
Right:
Compression in ‘Sport’
mode – damper piston
only
Depending on which mode is set,
selected. Pitch and roll are
In ‘Normal’ mode, if the driving
and the road conditions detected,
reduced and the road contact of
style becomes more dynamic, the
the system automatically selects
each individual wheel is optimized.
system automatically switches
the best damper application within
the two setup ranges.
to a sports-oriented rating within
In ‘Sport’ mode the suspension is
the normal set-up range. The
automatically set to a harder rating
suspension becomes stiffer so
A range of sensors monitor the
specially designed for use on the
that driving stability and safety
movement of the body during
racetrack. The system will detect
are increased.
acceleration and braking or
any unevenness on the surface and
on uneven surfaces. The PASM
then, to improve road contact, it
control unit then specifically
switches within a few milliseconds
adjusts the damping force,
to a softer rating within the sport
depending which mode is
or stiff set-up range. When the
track surface becomes smooth
again, PASM returns to the original
harder rating.
· 57 ·
Safety
A high level of power calls for a high level of safety.
And greater demands call for greater competence.
Bi-Xenon™ headlights and LED position lights
Seeing and being seen.
And always being seen in the right light.
Active safety.
and more uniform, helping to
The front light units incorporate
minimize driver fatigue. A
the direction indicators, the
Fitted as standard on the
headlight cleaning system is
LED daytime running lights and
911 GT3 models are Bi-Xenon™
built in.
position lights, which provide
Lighting.
headlights with dynamic range
outstanding visibility and create
control. These are approximately
For occasional use on the race-
twice as bright as conventional
track, lightweight halogen head-
halogen lights. With low or high
lights without integrated cleaning
beam, the lights are stronger
or range control are available as
a no-cost option.
· 60 ·
an imposing look.
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Safety
LEDs are also used for the rear
Dynamic cornering lights.
This determines the angle of the
dynamic cornering lights, with
direction indicators, taillights
and brake lights, the additional
Available as an option, dynamic
low beams able to swivel outwards
brake light in the rear lid and
cornering lights provide particularly
up to 15 degrees. So the course
the rear fog lights. These provide
effective illumination of the road.
of the road and obstacles can be
better illumination and respond
Sensors permanently monitor
identified much sooner, particularly
more quickly to driver input so
the speed, lateral acceleration
during corners.
that following traffic is alerted
and steering angle and, from these
earlier. They are energy efficient,
variables, calculate the course of
eco-friendly and have a longer
the curve.
service life than conventional
bulbs – as well as an unmistakable design, day or night.
LED rear lights and third brake light
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Safety
Brakes.
The new 911 GT3 RS and the
The composite brake discs are
911 GT3 have a particularly power-
large, with a diameter of 15 inches
Porsche brakes are renowned
ful yet lightweight braking system
at the front and 13.8 inches at the
for their high level of efficiency.
with a specially adapted booster.
back. Thanks to their two-piece
They set the benchmark for
The red-painted six-piston alu-
design with newly developed stan-
deceleration and stability and are
minum monobloc calipers on the
dard brake discs and aluminum
designed for extreme conditions.
front axle and the four-piston units
monobloc calipers, the weight
at the rear provide a high level
is reduced and therefore the
of rigidity and a consistent bite
unsprung and rotating masses are
point, even under heavy braking.
also reduced.
They are cross-drilled and
Also designed for high perfor-
internally vented for optimum
mance is the four-channel anti-lock
performance in the wet.
braking system (ABS 8.0) which
is fast and precise, helping to
Brake spoiler elements on the
ensure consistent deceleration and
front axle, plus the new brake
excellent overall brake perfor-
ducts on the rear ensure that
mance.
the braking system is effectively
ventilated.
· 63 ·
Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB).
made from a specially treated
The use of six-piston aluminum
carbon-fiber compound that is
monobloc brake calipers at the
silicated in a high-vacuum process
front and four-piston units at the
Optional for the 911 GT3 and the
at around 3,092 °F. The resulting
rear helps to ensure extremely
new 911 GT3 RS is brake tech-
brake discs are much harder
high brake forces which, crucially,
nology that has already had to
and more resistant to heat than
are exceptionally consistent.
withstand the harshest require-
standard discs.
The pedal response is fast and
ments of motorsport: the Porsche
Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB).
precise with only moderate input
PCCB is characterized by its low
required.
thermal expansion which prevents
To enhance braking performance,
deformation under heavy braking.
All the prerequisites are there for
the ceramic composite brake
Furthermore, the ceramic brake
a short braking distance, even in
discs in PCCB have a diameter
discs are totally resistant to
the toughest conditions. Moreover,
of 15 inches at the front and
corrosion and offer better noise-
safety when braking from high
13.8 inches at the back. They are
damping properties.
speeds is increased thanks to excellent fade resistance of the PCCB.
· 64 ·
The key advantage of PCCB is the
The result: better road-holding
components be professionally
extremely low weight of the brake
and increased comfort, especially
inspected and replaced where
discs which are about 50 % lighter
on uneven roads, as well as
necessary after every track event.
than standard discs of similar
greater agility and even better
design and size. In addition, the
handling.
monobloc calipers for the 911 GT3
models on the front and rear axle
Please note that circuit racing
are made from aluminum, saving
or other forms of performance
around 10.5 lb per vehicle com-
driving can significantly reduce
pared to standard calipers. These
the service life of even the most
factors not only have an impact
durable brake pads and discs.
on performance and fuel consump-
As with conventional high-
tion, but also reduce unsprung and
performance braking systems,
rotating masses.
we recommend that all brake
· 65 ·
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Safety
It is important that the structure is well prepared, too.
Passive safety.
At the front of the car, longitudinal
the forces from the front longi-
and transverse members (1)
tudinal members to protect both
The reinforced bodyshell structure
distribute the forces from an
footwells. The reinforced doors (3)
of the 911 GT3 models offers
impact and minimize deformation
help increase the overall rigidity
exceptional crash protection and
of the passenger cell. A patented
of the vehicle. In a frontal impact,
an extremely resilient passenger
Porsche superstructure with
this upper load path (4) helps to
cell. This protection meets or
a highly rigid bulkhead cross-
channel energy into the side struc-
exceeds all U.S. regulatory require-
member (2) made from super
ture and thus further protect the
ments for front, side and rear
high-strength steel also absorbs
passenger cell. In the event of a
Bodyshell structure.
impact.
3
4
2
1
1
5
1
1
5
Steel panel
Tailored blanks
High-strength steel
Super high-strength steel
Aluminum
minor collision, a system of easily
replaceable impact absorbers (5)
Porsche Side Impact
Protection System (POSIP).
helps to prevent more serious
damage.
Driver and passenger airbags.
in side impacts. Additional safety
features are the headrests integrated in the backrest, a safety
POSIP comes as standard and
steering column, three-point seat
consists of side impact protection
belts with height adjustment,
beams in each of the doors and
seat belt pretensioners and force
side head airbags for each front
limiters and energy-absorbing
seat. In addition, thorax airbags
elements in the dashboard.
Both full-size airbags inflate in
are located in the sides of the
two stages, depending on the
sport seats and head airbags in
severity of the impact. In a low-
the door panels. With a volume
speed collision, the airbag is
of around eight liters each, these
only partially inflated, thereby
provide a high level of protection
reducing occupant discomfort.
· 67 ·
Comfort
Uncompromising on the racetrack.
Forgiving in everyday use.
From the very heart.
Interior.
The interior of the 911 GT3 models
doors. In order to save weight, it is
clearly reflects their motorsport
fitted with special lightweight door
origins. Everything is designed
panels with red door pulls. Another
All essential information is displayed
around the driver to be within
difference from the 911 GT3 is
quickly and accurately on the five
easy reach and clearly visible.
the ‘RS 3.8’ logo on the door entry
round instrument dials. The rev
guards, the carpet at the back
counter with GT3 logo and titanium-
In the new 911 GT3 RS its direct
and on the decorative carbon-fiber
colored dial face has a range
connection with motorsport can
hub cap on the dashboard.
that extends beyond 8,500 rpm.
be seen as soon as you open the
Instruments.
All instrument needles and dial
· 70 ·
911 GT3 RS instrument panel
markings are in yellow for easy
optional Sport Chrono Package or
used on the door storage com-
visibility. The upshift display in
Sport Chrono Package Plus.
partments and on the door
the rev counter shows the latest
release levers.
point to shift up for optimum
acceleration.
Interior materials.
In addition, all of the seats
are trimmed in genuine leather
More than anything else, the 911 GT3
with Alcantara® centers. A
models’ sporting credentials are
more extensive leather trim with
reflected in the two high quality
additional elements in Alcantara®
The on-board computer provides
materials used in the interior:
is available as an option.
information on average fuel
genuine leather and Alcantara®.
On-board computer.
consumption, speed, range till
The benefits of Alcantara® include
empty and external temperature.
exceptional grip and easy-care
properties. It is therefore used
The data from the standard Tire
wherever direct contact is required,
Pressure Monitoring System
such as on the steering wheel rim
(TPMS) can also be viewed, as can
and on the gear and handbrake
the timing system featured the
levers. In the 911 GT3 it is also
· 71 ·
Steering wheel.
Sport seats.
Adaptive sport seats.
The three-spoke GT3 steering
The standard sport seats in the
This alternative seat option for the
wheel has an Alcantara rim and
911 GT3 feature an integral thorax
911 GT3 has electric adjustment
manual height and reach adjust-
airbag in the outer backrest side
of the fore/aft position, height and
ment. The airbag module has a
bolster and are firmly upholstered
backrest angle. The side supports
leather finish and the three spokes
to provide excellent support. The
and backrest can be adjusted
have a Vulcano grey trim. A three-
seat centers are in Alcantara®,
individually. For precision support
spoke sport steering wheel in
with the sides in leather. The
when cornering on the track,
smooth leather is available as
fore/aft position and height are
as well as greater comfort on
a no-cost option. Exclusive to the
adjusted manually while the back-
long-distance trips.
standard steering wheel in the
rest angle has electric adjust-
new 911 GT3 RS is the top center
ment.
marking on the steering wheel rim.
Sport seat
Adaptive sport seat
Sport bucket seat folded down
Sport bucket seat
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Comfort
Sport bucket seats.*
HomeLink®.
Anti-theft protection.
Optional for the 911 GT3 and
This standard garage door opener
The 911 GT3 models are equipped
standard in the new 911 GT3 RS
is freely programmable and inte-
with an immobilizer with in-key
are the sport bucket seats with
grated into the overhead console.
transponder and an alarm system
folding backrest, integrated thorax
It remotely controls up to three
with contact-sensitive exterior
airbag and manual adjustment
different garage doors, gates,
protection and radar-based
of the fore/aft position. The seat
home lighting and/or alarm
interior surveillance as standard.
shell is made from glass/carbon-
systems.
fiber-reinforced plastic with a
carbon-weave finish. The backrest
pivots are positioned high in the
The lithium-ion battery.**
Cruise control.
As an option for the 911 GT3
side bolsters to provide characteristic lateral support in the lumbar
An automatic speed controller for
models, instead of the convention-
area. In the 911 GT3 the standard
the 20 –149 mph speed range is
al battery a lithium-ion battery is
trim is black leather with an
fitted as standard. It is activated
available. Its main advantage is
Alcantara® center. A fine detail
using a separate control stalk
the approximately 22 lb weight
in the new 911 GT3 RS is the red
on the steering column and can
saving compared to that of a
‘RS 3.8’ logo on the headrests.
be used even in first gear.
conventional standard battery.
The lithium-ion battery is included
with the car and can be easily
substituted for the standard
battery for use on the racetrack.
* Child seats must not be used in conjunction with the sport bucket seats or lightweight bucket seats.
** The battery has a limited cold-start function at temperatures below freezing.
· 73 ·
Porsche Communication Management (PCM)
Porsche Communication
Mangement (PCM) including
navigation module.
entries per page make it quick
The GPS navigation module
and safe to use. You can also
incorporated in PCM has an inter-
choose to operate PCM with the
nal hard drive, allowing for fast
button controls.
route calculation, always with a
On request, the 911 GT3 models
choice of up to three alternative
can be fitted with Porsche
Radio functions include up to
Communication Management
42 memory presets and an FM
routes.
(PCM). As the central control
dual-tuner frequency diversity
When viewing a map it is possible
unit for audio, navigation and
which constantly scans for the
to select either a 3D perspective
communications it is now even
best signal for the selected
or a 2D display, which now also
more functional and ergonomically
station. The integrated single
shows height profiles. At highway
operated.
CD/DVD drive supports MP3
exits, graphical turn indications
format. An integrated six-disc
are displayed for better orienta-
The main feature is the 6.5-inch
CD/DVD autochanger is also
tion. In splitscreen mode you can
color touchscreen with a durable,
available for PCM as an option.
choose to display not only the
easy-to-clean coating. It is func-
current map overview, but also
tional, innovative and has a clear
a list of icons that represent
display – a maximum of five list
dynamic route guidance.
· 74 ·
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Comfort
XM® Satellite Radio.
traffic data available. It transforms
sound, which is delivered by four
your navigation system from a
loudspeakers and an integrated
XM® Satellite Radio is available as
device you use on occasion to
amplifier with 2 x 25-Watt power.
an option for the PCM. It provides
something you’ll rely on every
a wide variety of entertainment in
time you get behind the wheel.
Deletion of CDR-30 audio system
is available as a no-cost option for
music, sports, talk, comedy and
911 GT3 RS.
news. You will get superior digital
sound quality on over 170 channels
CDR-30 audio system.
coast to coast, including 71 channels
of commercial-free music. XM®
The 911 GT3 and the new
also provides excellent sports cov-
911 GT3 RS are equipped as
erage, from college sports, Major
standard with the CDR-30 audio
League Baseball® and the NHL®
system with a 5-inch display
to the
NBA® and
PGA TOUR®. On
top
(monochrome) and MP3-compati-
of all of this great programming, you
ble CD player. An integrated
can now add The Best of SIRIUS®
six-disc CD autochanger is avail-
to your XM® Radio and get Howard
able as an option.
Stern, every
NFL®
game, every
NASCAR® race, plus even more
The FM dual tuner with diversity,
great talk, entertainment and live
a total of 30 memory presets,
sports. Also available, XM®
dynamic autostore and speed-
NavTraffic®
sensitive volume control are, as
is the nation’s first
satellite-delivered traffic infor-
usual, part of the standard pack-
mation service, enabling your
age. Just like the high-quality
vehicle’s navigation system to
display continually updated current
traffic conditions for your desired
route.
With XM® NavTraffic® it is possible
for drivers in 80 markets to easily
access critical and customized
information such as traffic congestion, accidents, incidents, road
construction, average speed
and estimated driving time. All
information is compiled using the
best verified national and local
CDR-30 audio system
Sound Package Plus.
Voice control system for PCM.
For discerning ears, the Sound
Almost all of the functions of
Package Plus is available as
PCM can be controlled using the
In conjunction with PCM, you can
an option. Nine high-quality loud-
optional voice control system.
have, as an option, up to three
speakers and an external amplifier
Each menu item is read aloud
connections for your iPod®, a
with a total output of 235 Watts
exactly as it is displayed on the
USB stick/MP3 player or any
provide a sound experience that
screen and the voice control
audio source as an AUX interface.
is in perfect harmony with the
system recognizes the commands
The iPod® or a USB stick can be
interior space.
or number sequences, irrespective
operated conveniently and safely
of the speaker. It gives audible
via PCM. The USB connection can
Sound settings can be customized
feedback and guides you through
also be used to download data
using the CDR-30 audio system
the functions. There is no need
from the performance display of
or the optional Porsche Communi-
to ‘train’ the system. Phone book
the Sport Chrono Package Plus
cation Management (PCM).
entries can be retrieved, a radio
or the electronic logbook. In
station is selected or the naviga-
conjunction with the standard
tion destination entered directly
CDR-30 radio, you can use any
by speaking whole words, rather
audio source via an AUX con-
than dictating one letter at a time.
nection. In this case, you use the
Electronic logbook for PCM.
The optional electronic logbook
controls on the device itself.
allows automatic recording of
mileage, route distance, date and
time, starting point and destination
Universal audio interface
for PCM and CDR-30.
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone
Interface.
as part of every journey.
A mobile phone integration kit
is available on request for
Bluetooth® connection of mobile
phones which only support the
Handsfree Profile (HFP). With
HFP, the PCM acts as a hands-free
system. The cell phone can remain
tucked away and the PCM can
be used to control functions of
the hands-free phone interface.
· 76 ·
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Comfort
as well as benchmarked. The
Sport Chrono Package
for CDR-30.
Sport Chrono Package Plus
for PCM.
A useful option when driving the
The Chrono Package Plus option
controlled via PCM, stores per-
911 GT3 models on the racetrack,
is only available in conjunction
sonal settings for lights, wipers,
the Sport Chrono Package is avail-
with PCM. The system combines
air conditioning and door locks.
able for the CDR-30 audio system
an analog and digital timer unit
and includes a swiveling, dash-
with a range of useful functions.
board-mounted analog and digital
Lap or journey times can be
timer. It is operated via the steering
viewed, stored and analyzed using
column stalk for the on-board
the performance display in PCM.
computer. The analog display
The driver can use it to find out
shows the elapsed hours, minutes
the time and distance traveled
and seconds. Seconds, tenths
on the current lap, as well as the
of seconds and hundredths of
number of laps completed and
seconds appear on one display,
their respective times. The fastest
while at the same time there is
lap and remaining range till empty
a digital display on the instrument
can also be viewed. Any section
cluster.
of the road can be recorded,
Sport Chrono Package Plus
personal memory function, also
Chrono timer unit
Motorsport
At some time everyone goes back to their roots.
Or they never leave them in the first place.
Origins: motorsport.
Where our inner self comes to life.
engine delivered 440 hp. The total
Thanks to this success, Porsche
vehicle concept is based on a low
won the drivers, team and
Prototypes are pure-bred race
center of gravity, excellent traction
constructors championships in the
cars that are not based on road-
and a low weight. The result is an
ALMS and the European LMS.
legal production sports cars.
impressive success story.
In addition to this, Porsche was
Prototype racing.
For example, the RS Spyder, built
overall winner of the 12 Hours of
to LMP2 (Le Mans Prototype 2)
Out of 42 races driven, by the
Sebring and had two class winners
requirements. In 2009 – after
middle of 2009, the RS Spyder
in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
the stipulated reduction of the air
had achieved a total of 32 class
restrictor – its 3.4-liter V8 racing
wins and 11 overall victories.
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GT racing.
vehicles and supports customer
of Le Mans, in the ALMS/LMS,
teams through development,
the FIA-GT or in national GT
GT (Gran Tourismo) vehicles are
technical service and by
championships, Porsche private
also pure-bred race cars. How-
supplying Porsche Factory
teams are regularly driving to
ever, these must be based on a
drivers.
win races and championships.
With its overall win in the 24 Hours
More information is available at
of Nürburgring and class wins in
www.porsche.com/motorsport.
road-legal sports car, only parts
of which may be modified.
In 2009, Porsche was represented
the ALMS, LMS and the FIA-GT,
on the starting line by the
the 2009 season was a victorious
911 GT3 RSR. Its 4.0-liter Boxer
one for the 911 GT3 RSR,
engine delivers 450 hp and a
enabling it to add to the numer-
maximum torque of 318 lb.-ft.
ous successes of the past. In
Porsche builds the race-ready
short, whether in the 24 hours
Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup
The philosophy behind these races
For all Porsche Cups, Porsche
is that all competitors have an
supplies the customer teams with
equal chance, so all the vehicles
ready-to-use racing cars, organizes
There are seven Porsche Carrera
are technically identical. 911 GT3
the race series and looks after
Cup championships throughout the
Cup vehicles, direct descendents
the drivers, teams and sponsors at
world – with races in 15 countries,
of the 911 GT3, producing 420 hp
the events.
from Japan to France – and inter-
and 177 mph, take part in sprint
Porsche one-make
championship.
nationally the fastest one-make
races in leading international race
championship, the Porsche Mobil
events. The result is hard-fought,
1 Supercup.
exciting international competitions
at the highest level.
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Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup.
For more information, visit
It is an established part of the
www.porsche.com/motorsport.
German Touring Car Masters (DTM)
calendar. This series of races
The Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup is
inspires not only the highest
the world’s fastest international
one-make championship. It is
held exclusively as part of the FIA
Porsche Carrera Cup
Deutschland.
sporting performance, but also an
extremely attractive program
of events. Each season has nine
Formula 1 World Championship in
Bahrain and in Turkey, as well as
The Porsche Carrera Cup
qualifying rounds in Germany and
at the European Grand Prix races.
Deutschland premiered in 1990
other neighboring countries.
A total of 11 races are held,
and has developed into one
each with an average of 120,000
of the fastest national one-make
For more information, visit
spectators.
championships in the world.
www.porsche.com/motorsport.
Porsche Carrera Cup Deutschland
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Motorsport
Porsche Sport Driving School
USA (PSDS).
is the perfect place to experience
The first afternoon is spent learn-
the latest Porsche models.
ing the proper driving line, mastering some of the many technical cor-
For more than 50 years, Porsche
has been shaped, tested and
ners of the track, and sharpening
Performance.
celebrated on the world’s most
basic skills during a timed autocross and cornering drill. The
challenging racing circuits. At the
Designed for those who enjoy dri-
morning of Day Two is dedicated
Porsche Sport Driving School –
ving and want to experience the
to heel-and-toe downshifting, com-
USA (PSDS), you will discover the
essence of Porsche automobiles.
peting in the Michelin® Autocross
true nature of a Porsche in its nat-
This program begins with a brief
Challenge and track sessions.
ural habitat. The school is located
classroom session discussing vehi-
Skills are continually refined with
at the Barber Motorsports Park,
cle dynamics and the driving line.
track sessions in the afternoon,
one of America’s newest and most
Participants are then transferred to
and then you will experience the
exhilarating racing facilities. With
the track to begin a series
Cayenne off-road course.
over two miles of road circuit and
of rotations through the Skid Pad,
a jaw-dropping off-road course, it
Performance Driving Techniques,
autocross and track sessions.
Porsche Sport Driving School
Porsche Sport Driving School
Masters.*
The full day is spent in lapping ses-
techniques is accomplished with
sions with a short break for each
our in-car camera and data acqui-
This advanced course is offered
group to rise to the Michelin® Auto-
sition systems, providing the
to former graduates of the Perfor-
cross Challenge.
most complete training available.
mance Course at Barber Motor-
Upon successful completion of
sports Park. We begin by polishing
car-control skills through practice
the 3-day Race License Course,
Masters Plus.*
on the Skid Pad and Basic Training
you will be eligible to apply for
your SCCA Regional License.
Course, where you will receive
This course is designed for gradu-
in-depth instruction on cornering
ates of our Masters program who
For complete course descriptions,
technique as well as participate in
are ready to move to the next
or to Reserve your seat, please
sessions orienting drivers to the
level. Over the three days you will
visit Porschedriving.com or call
track. Since honing driving skills is
learn racing skills and race strat-
us at 888-204-7474.
all about track time, the key objec-
egy, with passing exercises, qualify-
tive of Day Two is to maximize track
ing techniques and race starts.
time during the open track sessions.
Intense analysis of your driving
*Prerequisites apply to this course.
Contact PSDS for details.
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Porsche Sports Cups.
Porsche Sports Cup events in 2009
For more information visit
were even more exciting with the
www.porsche.com/motorsport.
Five racetracks, six events, one
introduction of a new series: the
experience: the Porsche Sports
GT3 Cup Challenge.This provides a
Cup. Including races for both
link to the Porsche Carrera Cup
road-licensed and race-modified
and is the first championship of its
Porsche vehicles, these events
kind in Europe.
are held on tracks such as
the Nürburgring or Spa-Francorchamps.
Porsche Sports Cup
Porsche Clubs
Porsche Clubs.
Today there are 613 clubs in
For more information, visit
over 60 countries worldwide with
www.porsche.com.
The privately run Porsche Club
around 120,000 members – and
network organizes individual
the trend is growing. The Porsche
competitions and series in which
Club organization is therefore
drivers compete in different
one of the largest and longest-
classes. The first Porsche Club
established automotive bodies in
was founded by a small group
the world.
of enthusiasts back in 1952.
· 87 ·
Porsche Motorsport
customer service.
Customer service in Weissach.
and modifications to your Porsche,
our Motorsport department can
Your new 911 GT3 model can be
offer all the technical support that
We want to offer our motorsport
ordered direct from your Porsche
you or your team require.
customers more than the finest
Dealer. Race-only cars, such as
race cars in the world. So you are
the 911 GT3 Cup, are exclusively
And that’s not all: we can also
not only in the best company in
available from the Special and
supply parts, kits and accessories
our cars, but with us as well. For
Racing Vehicle Department at the
for your Porsche as well as expert
pure-bred race cars such as the
Porsche R&D Center in Weissach.
advice on racing regulations –
911 GT3 Cup, Porsche offers
We can also provide you with
even for classic Porsche vehicles.
customer service that provides
specialist technical assistance
specialist support in Weissach as
for both national and international
For more information, visit
well as trackside anywhere in the
competition. From vehicle setup
www.porsche.com/motorsport.
world.
to your own personal specification
· 88 ·
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Motorsport
Customer service
at the racetrack.
of Porsche mechanics. We also
formed Porsche Motorsport North
stock a full range of parts which
America (PMNA) in 1983. Porsche
are not subject to normal wear.
is the only manufacturer that
offers this kind of professional
We can provide specialist advice
on setting up your new 911 GT3
For more information, visit
service to all customers through
Cup vehicle to suit individual
www.porsche.com/motorsport.
the PMNA home base in Santa
Ana, California, and at the race
circuits. This includes changes to
tracks by utilizing the PMNA
the gear ratios and aerodynamics
and the various suspension setup
Porsche Motorsport USA.
options. In the event of technical
problems during a race, you can
In an effort to better serve its
count on our advice. At selected
loyal customers with the neces-
endurance events, you can even
sary parts and service and to
request your own dedicated team
ensure success, Porsche AG
Motorsport parts truck.
Environment
Accepting responsibility and being aware of our obligation.
Always close to our heart.
It’s all about efficiency.
And the relationship with the environment.
In an era of intensifying debate
Porsche is already among those
about CO2 emissions, every
manufacturers achieving the low-
carried out with environmental
protection in mind. The objective
automotive manufacturer is being
est CO2 emissions. This has been
is to achieve pure performance,
asked the question, ‘What is
achieved through a new efficient
but not at the expense of the
your answer to the issue of fuel
drive concept, optimum aerody-
environment.
consumption?’ Our answer has
namics, low rolling resistance and
long been the same: maximum
lightweight construction. This
You will find more information
efficiency.
high level of environmental respon-
in our separate brochure
sibility is demonstrated by our
‘Porsche and the Environment’
Porsche has been reducing the
approach to environmental man-
or at www.porsche.com.
CO2 emissions of its vehicles
agement at the Porsche develop-
annually by an average of around
ment center in Weissach. Here,
1.7%. In relation to engine power,
all technological developments are
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The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Environment
Exhaust emission control.
Fuel.
Noise.
The 911 GT3 and the new
Today’s Porsche sports cars are
The 911 GT3 models comply with
911 GT3 RS comply with stringent
already designed to run on 10 %
all valid noise requirements in
emissions standards, including LEV
ethanol. Ethanol has a positive
the countries where they are sold.
II in the USA and Euro 5 in Europe.
impact on the CO2 balance since
Noises are eliminated at source.
Porsche vehicles demonstrate
the plants grown for the produc-
It sounds paradoxical, but without
that even high-performance sports
tion of this biofuel also absorb
any noise there is only one pure
cars can achieve moderate emis-
CO2 from the atmosphere.
sound.
Fuel system.
Servicing.
In the fuel system of the 911 GT3
Long service intervals offer
models, the emission of hydro-
clear advantages. For you: lower
This is achieved using two catalytic
carbons has been minimized. This
costs and saved time. For the
converters and an oxygen-sensor
is achieved through a large active
environment: the use of fewer
control system. The two banks
carbon filter and a special coating
consumables and replacement
of cylinders are monitored sepa-
on the fuel tank. All pipes that
parts. For details of the service
rately. Two corresponding oxygen
carry fuel are made from alu-
intervals for the 911 GT3 models,
sensors control the exhaust gas
minum, while vapor-carrying
please consult your local autho-
composition individually for each
lines are made from multi-layered
rized Porsche Dealer.
exhaust section. In addition to this,
plastic.
sion values in their respective
category. The 911 GT3 models
are not only among the most
powerful sports cars, but they
are also among the cleanest.
another sensor for each bank of
cylinders monitors the conversion
of pollutants in each catalytic
converter.
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Personalization
There are many ways to enhance its character.
Enhance yours.
The bright colors are not
just in the grandstands.
Colors.
For your new 911 GT3, you have
a choice of four solid colors and,
as an optional extra, six metallic
and seven special colors. The
interior is available in standard
black trim, optional black leather
911 GT3 RS: Grey Black exterior color with White Gold Metallic contrasting color
and optional Dark Grey natural
leather.
The 911 GT3 RS comes in Carrara
White and Aqua Blue Metallic as
standard and Grey Black is available as an option. These colors
can be combined with the contrasting colors Guards Red or
White Gold Metallic. A striking
feature are the new logos on the
front right and back left fenders.
The interior of the new 911 GT3 RS
is in black.
To see how the available colors
911 GT3 RS: Aqua Blue Metallic exterior color with Guards Red contrasting color
would look on your car, visit
porscheusa.com, consult your
local Porsche Dealer or use the
online Porsche Car Configurator.
911 GT3 RS: Carrara White exterior color with Guards Red contrasting color
Colors 911 GT3.
Solid exterior colors.
Metallic exterior colors.
Black
Basalt Black Metallic
Meteor Grey Metallic
Guards Red
Arctic Silver Metallic
Dark Blue Metallic*
Carrara White
Aqua Blue Metallic
Speed Yellow
Macadamia Metallic
*Introduction planned for 10/2009.
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Special exterior colors.
Standard interior colors.
Leatherette/leather/Alcantara®.
Cream White
Nordic Gold Metallic
Black
GT Silver Metallic
Ruby Red Metallic
Natural leather/Alcantara®
interior.
Porsche Racing Green Metallic
Malachite Green Metallic
Dark Grey
Atlas Grey Metallic
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911 GT3 RS colors.
Exterior standard colors/
contrasting colors*.
Exterior optional colors/
contrasting colors*.
Interior standard color.
Leatherette/Leather/Alcantara®.
Carrara White
Guards Red
Grey Black
Guards Red
Black
Carrara White
White Gold
Metallic
Grey Black
White Gold
Metallic
Aqua Blue Metallic
Guards Red
Aqua Blue Metallic
White Gold
Metallic
*Exterior contrasting color includes: wheels,
front air intake grille surround, rear wing side
plates, exterior mirrors, vinyl decal on side
and front right and rear left wing and ‘GT3 RS’
logo on the engine cover.
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Rear lights with clear glass look
Lightweight headlights
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)
Wheels painted silver
911 GT3
911 GT3 RS
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Personalization
Option Page
• Metallic paint
•
•*
Code
97
• Special colors
•
•
Code
98, 99
Option
Exterior.
• Dynamic cornering lights
•
•
603
• Lightweight headlights
W
W
600
100
• Lightweight battery (lithium-ion)**
•
•
191
73
• Rear lights with clear glass look***
•
•
XXG
100
• Automatically dimming interior/exterior mirrors with integrated rain sensor
•
–
P12
• Deletion of model designation
W
–
498
• Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)
•
•
450
64, 100
• Front axle ride-height lift system
•
•
474
51
Chassis.
• Dynamic engine mounts
•
•
140
48
• Wheels painted silver
W
W
346
100
***Aqua Blue Metallic
***Introduction planned for 01/2010.
***Introduction planned for 10/2009.
• extra-cost option
• standard equipment
W no-cost option
– not available
The vehicles pictured in the chapter on personalization may include additional options not featured in this catalog.
For information on these options, please consult your Porsche Dealer.
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911 GT3
911 GT3 RS
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Personalization
Option Page
• Deletion of air conditioning
–
W
574
• Cupholder
•
W
585
• Adaptive sport seats
•
–
P01
72
73, 103
Option
Interior.
• Sport bucket seats
•
•
P03
• Heated seats
•
–
342
• Fire extinguisher
•
–
509
• Floor mats with Porsche logo, set of two
•
•
810
• Leather interior package in Black
•
•
Code
• Leather interior package in natural leather (Dark Grey)
•
–
998
• Three-spoke sport steering wheel in smooth leather finish
W
W
841
Interior: leather.
* Different design: DIN-EN3 power fire extinguisher with 4 lb extinguishing agent included.
• extra-cost option
• standard equipment
W no-cost option
– not available
For more information on the options featured in this catalog, consult your Porsche Dealer.
· 102 ·
103
Adaptive sport seat
Sport bucket seat
Leather trim in black
Deletion of CDR-30 audio system
Rod antenna
Universal audio interface
911 GT3
911 GT3 RS
The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Personalization
• CDR-30 audio system
•
•
• Deletion of CDR-30 audio system
–
W
609
104
• Sound Package Plus
•
•
490
75
Option
Option Page
Audio and communication: CDR-30.
75
• Six-disc CD autochanger
•
•
692
• Universal audio interface (AUX)
•
•
870
76, 104
•
•
619
76
•
Bluetooth®
Hands-Free Phone Interface*
• Sport Chrono Package
•
•
639
77
• Rod antenna
W
W
461
104
* For information on compatible mobile phones, please contact your Porsche Dealer or visit www.porsche.com.
• extra-cost option
• standard equipment
W no-cost option
– not available
For more information on the options featured in this catalog, consult your Porsche Dealer.
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911 GT3
911 GT3 RS
Option Page
• PCM including navigation module
•
•
P23
74, 75
• Sound Package Plus
•
•
490
75
• Six-disc CD/DVD autochanger
•
•
693
• Universal audio interface (AUX, USB, iPod®)
•
•
870
76, 104
• Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone Interface*
•
•
619
76
• Electronic logbook
•
•
641
76
• Voice control system
•
•
671
76
77
Option
Audio and communication: PCM.
• Sport Chrono Package Plus
•
•
640
• Rod antenna
W
W
461
104
•
•
686
74
•
XM®
Satellite Radio with
XM®
NavTraffic**
* For information on compatible mobile phones, please contact your Porsche Dealer or visit www.porsche.com.
** Required XM® Radio, XM® NavTraffic® and XM® NavWeather subscriptions sold separately after three-month trial period. Installation costs,
other fees and taxes apply, including a one-time activation fee. XM® NavTraffic® available in select markets. XM® Radio service not available
in Canada, AK and HI. Fees and programming subject to change.Subscriptions governed by Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com.
XM® name and XM® NavTraffic® are registered trademarks of XM® Satellite Radio Inc. Certain real-time traffic data provided by NAVTEQ,
to which the following notice applies: ©2009 NAVTEQ. ©2009 XM® Satellite Radio Inc. All other trademarks and channel names are property
of their respective owners.
• extra-cost option
• standard equipment
W no-cost option
– not available
For more information on the options featured in this catalog, consult your Porsche Dealer.
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Porsche Exclusive
Individually and exclusively tailored,
Your Porsche Dealer will be
both aesthetically and technically,
pleased to provide you with
inside and out, using fine materials
further information. Please
With Porsche Exclusive you have
and with customary Porsche qual-
note that delivery times may
the opportunity to make your
ity. The principle is customization
be extended for certain
Porsche even more special.
by hand. You will find a wide range
Porsche Exclusive equipment.
Direct from the factory.
of design options in the separate
State-of-the-art.
And to your specification.
Exclusive 911 catalog or visit
porscheusa.com.
· 107 ·
Porsche Dealers
Porsche Assistance
Porsche Financial Services
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Enjoy peace of mind with our
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of a kind. Contact your Porsche
Dealer for details.
· 108 ·
Porsche Exclusive
Porsche Tequipment
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Personalize your Porsche at any
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Our distinctive collection of clothing
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From styling enhancements
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Visit your local Porsche dealer or
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Summary
The 911 GT3 and the new 911 GT3 RS. Developed by racing engineers using technology from the
racetrack. With the ambition to drive what has been tried and tested to perfection. What you expected?
Nothing but the truth.
Technical data
Engine
911 GT3
Cylinders
6
911 GT3 RS
6
Displacement
3.8 liters
3.8 liters
Horsepower
435 hp
450 hp
at rpm
7,600
7,900
Torque
317 lb.-ft.
317 lb.-ft.
at rpm
6,250
6,750
Compression ratio
12.0:1
12.2:1
Layout
Rear-wheel drive
Rear-wheel drive
Manual gearbox
6-speed
6-speed
Front axle
McPherson strut suspension
McPherson strut suspension
Rear axle
LSA multi-link suspension
LSA multi-link suspension
Steering
Power-assisted (hydraulic),
Power-assisted (hydraulic),
with variable steering ratio
with variable steering ratio
Turning circle
35.8 ft
35.8 ft
Transmission
Chassis
Brakes
Six-piston aluminum monobloc fixed
Six-piston aluminum monobloc fixed
calipers at front and four-piston
calipers at front and four-piston
aluminum monobloc fixed calipers at
aluminum monobloc fixed calipers at
rear, composite brake discs internally
rear, composite brake discs internally
vented and cross-drilled
vented and cross-drilled
Vehicle stability system
Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
Anti-lock braking system
ABS 8.0 (incorporated in PSM)
ABS 8.0 (incorporated in PSM)
Wheels
Front: 8.5 J x 19 ET 53
Front: 9 J x 19 ET 47
Rear: 12 J x 19 ET 63
Rear: 12 J x 19 ET 48
Tires
Front: 235/35 ZR 19 (sport tires)
Front: 245/35 ZR 19 (sport tires)
Rear: 305/30 ZR 19 (sport tires)
Rear: 325/30 ZR 19 (sport tires)
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The new 911 GT3 RS and the 911 GT3 | Technical data
Weights*
911 GT3
911 GT3 RS
Curb weight
3,075 lb
3,021 lb
194 mph
193 mph
Performance*
Top track speed
0 – 60 mph
4.0 secs
3.8 secs
0 – 99 mph
8.2 secs
8.1 secs
0 –124 mph
12.3 secs
12.2 secs
City
14.0
14.0
Highway
21.0
21.0
176.8 inches
176.8 inches
Estimated EPA Fuel Economy
Dimensions/aerodynamics
Length
Width
76.9 inches
76.9 inches
Height
50.4 inches
50.4 inches
Wheelbase
92.7 inches
92.7 inches
Luggage compartment volume
27.7 gallons
27.7 gallons
Tank fuel capacity (refill volume)
17.7 gallons
17.7 gallons
Drag coefficient
0.32
0.33
* No officially verified values were available at the time of going to print.
Please contact your Porsche Dealer for the final and officially certified values.
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Index
A
Aerodynamics
D
12, 24
I
Design
12, 24
Instruments
30, 40
70
Airbag
67
Drive
Intake manifold
38
Anti-theft protection
73
Dynamic cornering lights
61
Interior
70
Audio interface, universal
76
Dynamic engine mounts
48
Interior materials
71
Audio system, CDR-30
75
E
B
Bi-Xenon™ headlights
60
Bluetooth® Hands-Free
L
Electronic logbook
76
Leather
Environment
90
Lights
Exhaust system
39
Lightweight battery
93
(lithium-ion)
Phone Interface
76
Exhaust emission control
Bodyshell structure
66
Single-mass flywheel
Braking system
62
21, 40
F
C
Catalytic converter
39, 93
Chassis
46, 50
Front axle
50
Fuel system
93
Lightweight headlights
29
36
N
Noise
Colors
97
Gearbox, manual
40
O
Comfort
68
GT racing
81
Oil supply
Cruise control
73
73
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73
60, 100
Lubrication, dry-sump
G
HomeLink®
60
Locking rear differential
Central locking device 10, 22, 52
H
98, 102
93
33, 36
On-board computer
71
Oxygen-sensor control
27
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P
Personalization
R
94
Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM)
56
Porsche Carrera Cup
83
Porsche Ceramic Composite
T
Ram-air collectors
17
Technical data
Rear axle
50
Traction Control
55
Ride-height lift system
51
Transmission
40
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
S
Brake (PCCB)
64
Safety
Porsche Clubs
87
Seats
Porsche Communication
112
53
58
U
Seats, sport bucket
73
Universal audio interface
76
Management (PCM)
75
Service
Porsche Cups
82
Servicing
93
V
Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup
83
Six-cylinder Boxer engine
32
VarioCam
36
Porsche Motorsport
78
Sound Package Plus
75
Voice control system
76
Sport Chrono Package
77
Porsche Motorsport
customer service
88
108
Sport Chrono Package Plus
77
W
Sport exhaust system
39
Wheels
Sport seats
72
Porsche Sport Driving School 84
Sport tires
53
X
Porsche Sports Cup
Steering
52
XM® Satellite Radio
Steering wheel
72
Porsche Side Impact
Protection System (POSIP)
67
86
Porsche Stability
Management (PSM)
54
Prototype racing
80
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52
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