New Porsche 911 Dakar with hybrid power is in the works

Porsche is developing a new 911 Dakar. This time, though, the off-road-focused 911 will be a hybrid. It is expected to be launched in limited numbers by the end of this year.

According to Autocar, work on the new 911 Dakar has begun at Porsche’s engineering centre in Weissach. It will be based on the 992 generation.

The most significant change will come in the form of the T-hybrid powertrain. The new 911 Dakar is likely to use the same engine as the 911 Carrera GTS. It’s a 3.6-liter turbocharged flat-6 paired with an 8-speed automatic and a traction motor, good for 532 hp and 449 lb-ft of torque.

In comparison, the current model packs a twin-turbo flat-6 engine that delivers 473 hp and 420 lb-ft. The increased performance from the hybrid is expected to improve the car’s 0-62 mph time of 3.4 seconds.

When asked about the upcoming 911 Dakar, the Porsche spokesperson refrained from commenting on these reports.

Source: Autocar