Porsche is expanding the 911 model range with three new variants. The 911 Carrera 4S is available as a coupe and Cabriolet. Together with the Targa 4S, they bridge the gap between the standard 911 Carrera, which is not available with all-wheel drive, and the significantly more powerful GTS models. Like on the rear-wheel drive 911 Carrera S models, additional options for individualization and extended standard equipment are distinguishing features.
Porsche states that all-wheel drive variants are popular among customers buying a 911 “S” variant. Within that specific subset, almost half in the U.S. choose a model powering all four wheels. The three new model variants offer customers a greater degree of choice within the 911 product range to meet varied use cases and demands. As with every model equipped with Porsche Traction Management (PTM), the torque split is rear-biased by default. If required, PTM directs more torque to the front axle. Like its predecessors, the front differential is water-cooled and uses an electromechanically controlled clutch.
New 4S Models Offer Improved Performance
The new all-wheel drive variants of the 911 adopt the upgraded engine of the Carrera S. Its 3.0-liter twin-turbo six-cylinder boxer engine produces 473 hp and 390 pound-feet of torque. That is 30 hp more than in the predecessor. This increase in performance is partly due to the optimized intercooling, the design of which comes from the 911 Turbo.
An eight-speed Porsche dual-clutch transmission (PDK) transmits power to all four wheels. The 911 Carrera 4S coupe accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.1 seconds using Launch Control with the optional Sport Chrono Package and is capable of a top track speed of 191 mph, according to Porsche.
Upgraded Standard Equipment in Porsche 4S 2026 Models
Porsche says that it has also significantly enhanced the standard equipment for the Carrera 4S and Targa 4S models. From a performance perspective, the improvements include Sport Exhaust with tailpipes in silver, and brakes taken from the previous generation 911 Carrera GTS models, measuring 408mm on the front axle and 380mm on the rear axle. Uprated dampers with optimized hydraulics are more responsive and improve ride quality over the preceding model.
Performance-focused standard features of the prior model remain, including Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV+) and staggered 20/21-inch Carrera S wheels. Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) are available as an option, as is PASM Sport Suspension, which lowers the ride height by 0.39 inches.
Rear axle steering is optionally available on the Carrera 4S and Carrera 4S Cabriolet. The system offers increased agility at low speeds and greater stability at high speeds. If equipped, this system also includes a quicker steering ratio and revised front axle kinematics. The 911 Targa 4S has rear-axle steering as standard.
Like all current 911 Carrera Coupe models, the Carrera 4S comes as a two-seater with the option to add rear seats for no additional cost, while the Cabriolet and Targa are equipped with rear seats as standard.
The new models feature an upgraded interior. Compared to the preceding Carrera 4S models, the interior comes with extended leather upholstery as standard, including the seats, headrests, upper dashboard, upper door panels and—if equipped—the rear seats. In addition, Matrix Design LED headlights and wireless smartphone charging are standard equipment.
The new 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet and 911 Targa 4S are expected to arrive at U.S. Porsche Centers in the fourth quarter of 2025. Pricing will be announced at a later date.