Sneak Peek: Future Porsche Lineup

    New Porsches 2011-14 uncovered..Next 911..918 Spyder and much more

    Published On Aug 15, 2010 07:00:00 AM

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    The launch of the new Porsche 911 will kick-start the introduction of a whole series of next-generation and new Porsche models. Here, Autocar runs through all the cars that the Stuttgart-based manufacturer is planning to release in the next four years.

    2011

    Panamera hybrid and diesel

    Greener versions of Stuttgart’s jumbo saloon are designed to improve its market penetration in Europe (diesel) and the US (hybrid).

    Cayman Clubsport

    Hardcore version of the current Cayman won’t gain much power, but it will shed weight and receive retuned suspension for even better track-day prowess.

    Also: New 911 Carrera/Carrera S

    2012

    New Boxster/Cayman

    Popular roadster and less popular hard-top get new, slightly extended platforms to improve the cars’ cabin and luggage space. The production will also move in-house, from Valmet in Finland to Porsche’s own factory in Zuffenhausen back in Germany.

    Also: 911 Cabriolet; 911 Carrera 4/Carrera 4S; 911 Turbo

    2013

    Baby Boxster

    VW BlueSport-based cars (roadster and coupé) will be new entry level, although their pricing may be closer to the current Boxster’s than first thought. Expect them to start at under £30k — but not by much.

    928

    A Panamera-based ‘big GT’ hasn’t been signed off, but VW’s push to expand the firm’s production could give it the green light — if it thinks the Bentley Continental GT can live with more competition. A ‘softer’, front-engined V8 model would also allow Porsche to sharpen subsequent 911s.

    Also: Facelifted Panamera; 911 Targa and 911 GT3/GT3 RS; Cayenne Turbo S

    2014

    Facelifted Cayenne

    Porsche’s Touareg-based SUV has just been relaunched, but it’ll get a mild refresh to see it through into the second half of the decade. Expect light cosmetic revisions, plus further weight savings and improved efficiency. Downsized engines a possibility.

    918 Spyder

    Hybrid halo Porsche will make production, but working the tech will take until 2014, insiders say — and the price is likely to top £400,000.

    Also: Boxster Spyder; Next-gen Cayman Clubsport 

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