The $165,000 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS hybrid: Tradition meets innovation

In the latest iteration of the iconic Porsche 911 Carrera GTS, tradition meets innovation as turbocharging gives way to hybrid power. Despite losing its manual gearbox and shedding pounds, enthusiasts need not despair. Recently tested on the challenging Circuito Ascari in Málaga, Spain, this hybrid variant proves its mettle with enhanced performance and a seamless blend of electric and combustion power. The Carrera GTS embodies Porsche's commitment to evolution without compromising the essence of driving pleasure.

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By Hannah Elliott

The 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS has lost a turbocharger, gained an electric motor and 103 pounds and forfeited a manual gearbox. Porsche-philes have been crying "Quelle sacrilège!" since the company unveiled the hybridized sports car in May. 

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