2011 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA key

2021
Strength

| The new 911 Carrera
Meetings, conferences, business lunches.
How about some leisure in between?

The new 911 Carrera.
In the 21st century, we find ourselves
caught bet ween all kinds of opposites on
a daily basis: bet ween the demands of
our work life and our private life, between
the real world and virtual realit y. How can
they all be reconciled? With a strong iden -
tit y and a sports car that has incorporated
many contradictory notions since 1963.
Sportiness and everyday practicality are
a prime example. The new 911 Carrera is
equipped as standard with direct fuel
injection (DFI) and VarioCam Plus for high
power, high torque, ef ficient combustion
and, as a result, comparatively low fuel
consumption. Tradition and innovation blend seamlessly
together in the new rear-mounted 3.4-litre
flat-six engine thanks to its downsized
capacity. Despite the reduced displace
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ment, the engine is capable of delivering
even more power to the road than its
3.6-litre predecessor.
The figures speak for themselves.
The maximum power of 257 kW (350 hp)
is available at 7,400 rpm and the maxi -
mum torque of 390 Nm is generated
at 5,600 rpm. Yet, in conjunction with
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), fuel
consumption and CO2 emissions have been
reduced by 16 % compared with the
previous model. Even more impres
sively,
the car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/ h
(0 to 62 mph) in 4.8 seconds and reach -
es a top speed of 289 km/ h (179 mph).
The new 911 Carrera generates powerful
forces, which are transmit ted precisely
and directly to the wheels by the new
7-speed manual gearbox. As with the
optional PDK, gears 1 to 6 have a sports
ratio, while 7th gear has a long ratio for
reduced fuel consumption. The SPORT
but ton, which is fit ted as standard, makes
it possible to select an even more respon -
sive engine and transmission setup.
In terms of form and function, the new
single tailpipes are especially imposing and emit a sound which is t ypically
Porsche. The 19-inch Carrera wheels are
fit ted as standard and improve driving
stability and performance.
Sports car technology as standard, in

the form of black four-piston monobloc
aluminium fixed calipers, Porsche Stability
Management (PSM) and Bi-Xenon head -
lights, shows that sportiness and safety
are not mutually exclusive.
Sport, moderation, everyday practicality
and st yle. Four key themes, one unifying
concept: the 911 Carrera.
For fuel consumption and CO
2 emissions please refer to page 129.

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| Chassis and body
“That can’t be done.”
If ever a sentence gave motivation to sports car designers, this is it.

Chassis and body.
A solid identit y tends to be described
with words like stability, directness or
substance. This might sound a lit tle
serious but, when it comes to the chassis
and body, we think that this is entirely
the right approach.
The best example is the engineered
design. Indeed, dynamic per formance
and ride comfort fundamentally depend
on factors such as vehicle weight, body
rigidity, wheelbase, axle construction
and steering. With the new 911, we
challenged our engineers to push the
boundaries of what is possible. Chassis control systems make a key

contribution to the 911 driving experience
and thus to the 911 identit y. These
include Porsche Stability Management
(PSM), Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM), which comes as
standard in the 911 Carrera S models,
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus).
Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)
is additionally available as an option for
the 911 Carrera S.
Yet, there is still scope for improvement
as far as sport y performance is
concerned. The optional Sport Chrono
Package triggers an adrenaline rush
at the push of a but ton. Dynamic engine
mounts, until now exclusively reserved
for 911 GT and Turbo models, may not be
capable of breaking the laws of physics
but they do succeed in exploiting them
to their own advantage – and yours.

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| Chassis and body
Engineered design.
The new 911 fulfils two structural design
requirements thanks to its completely new
bodyshell: first, excellent driving dynamics
due to the body’s extremely high rigidit y;
second, a vehicle weight saving of up to
60 kg primarily as a result of the intelligent
lightweight construction.
To meet the second requirement,
we employed innovative and precise
techniques for combining various materials
in order to utilise specific material
properties exactly where they are needed.
For the bodyshell, therefore, we used
very thin, but nevertheless extremely
rigid, sheets of steel. Aluminium and magnesium were used extensively in
areas such as the roof, underbody, front
end, doors, rear wings and engine com
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partment and luggage compartment lids.
Magnesium, which is a particularly light -
weight material, was also selected for
the cockpit and centre console support
beam and, in the Cabriolet models,
the hood shell elements. Such material efficiency is key to reducing the overall
weight and, as a result, fuel consumption
of the vehicle.
For the driver, this intelligent blend

of materials reduces the weight of the
vehicle and offers a high level of comfort
thanks to excellent vibration-damping
characteristics and particularly high com -
posite rigidit y, an increase in dynamic
torsional stiffness of up to 25 % compared
with that of the previous model, and
even
sportier handling despite a further
improvement in the weight to power ratio.
The 100 mm longer wheelbase improves
comfort as well as straight-line accuracy
and driving stabilit y at high speeds and in
fast corners.

Front and rear axles.
The redesigned independent suspension
at the front features a light weight spring-
strut axle with longitudinal and transverse
links and cross members that have been
refined for stiffness. Each front wheel
is precisely located, ensuring excellent directional stability, superior handling
and reduced pitching under braking, and
the wider track optimises turn-in.
The rear axle is equipped with a

motorsport-derived multi-link suspension
and chassis subframe. Refined axle kine -
matics for improved longitudinal damping
reduce acceleration squat and increase comfort. Light weight spring struts further
enhance agility.
The high proportion of aluminium used in
the construction of the axles reduces the
weight of the vehicle and of the unsprung
masses, helping to improve fuel economy,
comfort and agility.
Rear axle of the 911 Carrera S
Front axle of the 911 Carrera S
Aluminium
Deep-drawn steels
Multiphase steels
Super-high-strength micro-alloyed steels
Boron-alloyed steels

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emperament
| Chassis and body
Hood.
Our engineers have completely redeveloped
the hood for the 911 Carrera Cabriolet
models. The result is a flexible roof
comprising of a glass rear screen and
three individual and integral hood ele -
ments, which are manufactured from
magnesium and covered in fabric. This
makes the hood highly robust and, yet,
particularly lightweight. Another benefit of the new design is

that the hood is smooth and firm. The
fabric remains taut keeping the familiar
911 lines elegant. A trivialit y? Only if
you choose to ignore the impressively
low drag coefficient of just 0.30 that
the new 911 Cabriolet models are able
to achieve. A further feat of Porsche
engineering.
The rear screen is made from glass and
is electrically heated and scratch-
resistant to provide excellent rearward visibilit y. A rain channel on the hood

carries away water to avoid dripping
when the doors are opened.
Electrically powered, the new hood is
operated using a but ton on the centre
console or via the key remote. It opens
or closes in approximately 13 seconds
and remains operable up to a speed
of 50 km/ h (31 mph). The concertina
action ensures optimum protection for
the interior lining. The interior hood lining is made from

a heat-insulating and sound-absorbing
material. Consistent interior temperatures
and an effective suppression of wind
noise are the perceptible results. Thank -
fully, however, even the hood’s sound -
proofing properties are no match for
the resonant Porsche sound.
Open, flexible, independent.
The optimum prerequisites for a long-term relationship.

Cabriolet technology.

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Temperament

| Chassis and body
Included in the package are a performance
display, a digital and an analogue stop -
watch and the SPORT PLUS but ton. An
additional display in the steering wheel
and instrument cluster indicates whether
the SPORT but tons and Launch Control
have been activated.
On activation of SPORT PLUS mode,
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and, in the S model, optional

Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)
switch to a harder damping set ting
and offer more direct steering and,
therefore, better road holding.
In SPORT PLUS mode, the trigger thresh -
old
for PSM is raised. Agilit y is perceptibly
enhanced when braking for corners with
PSM, allowing sportier braking and exit acceleration. For maximum dexterit y,
PSM can be set to standby while the car
is still in SPORT PLUS mode. For safet y,
it is set to intervene automatically only
when ABS assistance is required on
both the front wheels.
In combination with PDK, the Sport
Chrono Package has t wo additional

functions for a sport y drive that borders on a motorsport experience. The first

is ‘Launch Control’, which can be used
on the track to achieve the best possible
standing start – a racing start.
The second function is the ‘motorsport-
derived gearshif t strategy’. Using this,
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) is geared
up for extremely short shift times and
optimum shift points for the maximum
acceleration available. This combination
of uncompromising and involving perfor -
mance is ideal for the racetrack.
A key component of the Sport Chrono
Package is the stopwatch mounted on
the dashboard. In conjunction with PCM,
a special performance display enables
you to view store and evaluate lap times
or other driving times. It shows the total
driving time, lap distance, lap number
and lap times recorded so far.
A feature of the Sport Chrono Package
borrowed from motorsport is the dynamic
engine mounts. These exploit the laws
of physics for your own driving pleasure.
Dynamic engine mounts.
You don’t have to take the new 911 onto
the racetrack. But you can, more so
than ever, because dynamic engine
mounts are now included as part of the
Sport Chrono Package. Based on the
engine mounts of the 911 GT3 and
911 Turbo models, it is the first time that they have been available for a

911 Carrera. Even if track racing is not
for you, dynamic engine mounts make
a decisive contribution to dynamic
performance on the road, too.
The electronically controlled system mini -
mises the oscillations and vibrations of the
entire drive train, especially the engine, and combines the benefits of a hard or
soft engine mounting arrangement.
A hard engine mounting delivers optimum
dynamic performance because it offers
the highest degree of handling precision
possible. Soft engine mounts, on the
other hand, minimise oscillations and
vibrations. While comfort is improved on
uneven road surfaces, this comes at

the expense of dynamic performance.
Our engineers have solved this problem
by enabling the engine mounts to adapt
their stiffness and damping properties to
changes in driving st yle and road surface
conditions. This has been achieved by
use of a fluid with magnetic properties in interaction with an electrically generated
field. For the driver, the results are tangi
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ble. Handling is perceptibly more stable
under load change conditions and in
fast corners. Whenever a less assertive
driving st yle is adopted, the dynamic
provide a higher level of comfort.

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From the start, Porsche has been
synonymous with motorsport. Ever since
1948, when we found our identit y on
the racetrack, we have taken the experi -
ence we have gained and applied it to
the road. The optional Porsche Ceramic
Composite Brake (PCCB) is a fine example.
This brake system has already had to
cope with the harshest requirements of
Composure | Safet y
motor racing and is fit ted in cars that
compete in demanding events such as
the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup.
The cross-drilled PCCB ceramic brake
discs for the new 911 have a diameter
of 350 mm front and rear for even more
formidable braking performance.
The use of six-piston aluminium monobloc
brake calipers on the front axle and four-
piston units at the rear – all finished in
yellow – ensures extremely high brake
forces which, crucially, are exceptionally
consistent. What we’ve discovered from over 28,000 racing victories:
Brake later, finish sooner.

Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB).PCCB enables shorter braking distances
in even the toughest road and race
conditions. Excellent fade resistance
ensures greater balance when slowing
from racetrack speeds.
The key advantage of PCCB is the
extremely low weight of the ceramic
brake discs, which are approximately
50 % lighter than standard discs of similar
design and size. As well as enhancing
performance and fuel economy, this
represents a major reduction in unsprung
and rotating masses. The consequence
of this is bet ter road holding and increased comfort, particularly on uneven
roads, as well as greater agilit y and
improved handling.
Please note that circuit racing, track

day use and other forms of performance
driving can significantly reduce the
service life of even the most durable
brake pads and discs.
As with conventional high-performance
braking systems, we recommend that
all brake components be professionally
inspected and replaced where necessary
after every track event.

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| Comfor t
Climate control.
The new 911 models feature t wo -zone
automatic climate control as standard
with an enhanced ventilation effect and
separate temperature controls for the
driver and front passenger. The available
air conditioning modes are gentle,

normal and strong.
An active carbon filter traps particles,
pollen and odours and an automatic
air-recirculation function permanently
monitors air quality, reduces humidity
and switches from fresh to recirculated
air when required. A demister function keeps the windows
clear in cold weather. In warmer weather,
a solar sensor helps the climate control

to detect strong sunlight and automatically
compensate for the comfort of both the
driver and front passenger.
HomeLink®
(programmable garage door opener).
As an option, it is possible to have
a programmable garage door opener
integrated into the overhead console.
At the push of a but ton, it controls up
to three different garage doors, lighting
systems or alarm systems.
Many things have practical qualities.
Even more have a sporty function.
And some are just extremely convenient.

Additional comfort and convenience features.
Light design package (overhead console)
Light design package (door pulls) Light design package (rear)
Light design package.
The optional light design package is both
practical and aesthetically appealing.
It comprises dimmable LEDs in the over -
head console and in the areas of the
door pulls, door storage compartments,
front foot wells and rear seats.
‘Welcome Home’ lighting.
For convenience, particularly at night,
the ‘Welcome Home’ lighting function
automatically switches on the LED day -
time running lights for a defined period
whenever the vehicle is opened or
closed using the key remote. A customisable delayed switch - of f timer
keeps the daytime running lights, the

taillights and, where applicable, the
courtesy lights switched on until you
reach your front door.
Cruise control.
This automatic speed control function
is available as an option. For greater
driver comfort on long stretches of road,
cruise control operates in the 30 –240 km/ h
(18 –149 m p h )
speed range and is activat -
ed using a
button on the steering column
control stalk.

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| Comfor t
Porsche Entry & Drive.
With the optional Porsche Entry & Drive,
you can leave your car key in your pocket.
As soon as you grab the door handle

or approach the luggage compartment,
the system automatically checks the
encrypted access code on the key. Once
the key is validated, the door or the luggage compartment lid unlocks. The
engine can then be started and switched
off using the electronic ignition switch.
To lock the vehicle, you simply press the
but ton on the outside of the door handle.
Porsche Entry & Drive then locks the
vehicle and activates the engine immobi
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liser and steering column lock.
Anti-theft protection.
All 911 Carrera models are equipped as
standard with an immobiliser with in-key
transponder and an alarm system with
radar-based interior surveillance. The
system secures the doors, luggage com -
partment, passenger compartment and
ignition lock.
Porsche Vehicle Tracking System
(PV TS).
The Porsche Vehicle Tracking System
(PV TS) is fit ted as standard on all 911
models. The system
makes it possible
to locate a stolen vehicle across most
of the countries of Europe. The system
includes a
tilt sensor for the alarm
system.
Sound Package Plus.
The Sound Package Plus is fit ted as
standard. The system comprises a
separate amplifier with a total output
of 235 wat ts, seven amplifier channels
and nine loudspeakers, all of which
combine to create the perfect interior
sound experience.
Identity is to do with where you come from.
Sometimes, it’s also to do with where you want to be.

Audio and communication.
Audio and communication in the new 911