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orsche’s answer to Mc Larren P1 and LaFerrari, proved to be more of a challenge to them. Porsche arrived first and wasted no time posting a 6.57mins Nürburgring lap time. Underneath is a carbon tub into which Porsche has packed a new 4.6-litre 608bhp naturally aspirated V8 and a pair of electric motors (one per axle – the 918 is 4WD) that produce a combined 282bhp. It’s all fabricated with the kind of engineering nous that Porsche is second to none at.
Driving Simply Wow, is too less to describe it, because it is much more. It glides onto the roads quite easily, and its versatility on different landscape is incredible. Be it the electric cities, smooth and manageable motorways, rough country roads or even razor sharp race tracks, it can adapt to each one of it easily. The drive seems comfortable and secure all throughout. It’s an invigorating package, and so rewarding and gripping to spend time with. The engines exemplify the perfect amount of force, but at the same time, it is manageable and goes with the flow. It is the ideal car for a leisurely drive. The effort is minimal and the comfort is at its maximum. Then there’s this delicious handover to the V8, an engine which is entirely savage at the top end. The future supercars are in safe hands. With these hybrids making an entry into the fleet of cars, the other luxury cars are losing its charm in our lives.
Interiors The interiors are spectacularly stunning with firm and upright seating. The entire center console is a single curved piece of glass, made by the same people who do Samsung’s phones. So driving a car has become as easy as surfing on a smart phone. So let your fingers do the talking, with this brand new technological advancement, in the field of cars. And all the credit goes to the innovative minds at Porsche.
Particulars
Vehicle Type:- Front-motor; mid-engine and motor; 4-wheel-drive; 2-passenger, 2-door targa
Base Price:- $847,975-$931,975
Engine Type:- DOHC 32-valve 4.6-liter V-8; 608hp; 391 lb-ft; 2-permanent-magnet AC synchronous electric motors; 127 hp (front); 154 hp (mid); combined power rating; 887 hp; 944 lb-ft; 6.8-kWh lithium-ion battery pack
Transmission:- 7-speed dual-clutch automatic with manual shifting mode
Dimensions:- · Wheelbase:- 107.5 in
· Length:- 182.8 in
· Width:- 76.4 in
· Height:- 45.9 in
· Curb Weight (C/D est):- 3650-3750 lb
Performance:
Zero to 60 mph: 2.6 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 6.0 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 10.2 sec
Top Speed: 211 mph
Fuel economy:
European Combined Cycle (NEDC): 71 mpg
