2027 Porsche 911 Carrera S Brings Back the Manual Gearbox
Porsche has answered calls from its North American fans by offering the 2027 911 Carrera S with a six-speed manual transmission, available through a new MT package.
The Carrera S, often seen as the enthusiast's pick in the 911 lineup, now pairs its 473-hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six with a manual gearbox, giving it significantly more punch than the Carrera T while costing far less than the GT3.
The manual comes bundled with the Sport Chrono package, centerlock wheels, rear-wheel steering, and a sport suspension. It's rear-wheel-drive only, and the claimed weight is 3,327 pounds, only slightly heavier than the Carrera T but about 20 percent more powerful.
The MT package also adds details like puddle lights showing the shifter pattern and a red S badge on the rear. A walnut shift knob tops the six-speed stick.
Pricing starts at $169,450 for the coupe and $183,350 for the cabriolet, still well below a 911 GT3 and not a huge jump over the Carrera T.
Porsche's PDK dual-clutch transmission has been a track favorite since the tech reached 911 road cars in 2008, but for those who value engagement over lap times, this new manual option sits right in the sweet spot.
Source: Car and Driver
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