Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS: the legend goes hybrid without losing its soul

The new 911 Targa 4 GTS keeps the essence of Stuttgart’s icon intact, now with mild hybrid technology that enhances performance without sacrificing emotion.

The 2025 Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS arrives with a major innovation: the T-Hybrid system, a mild-hybrid setup marking the first step toward full electrification of the legendary German sports car. It’s about 50 kilos heavier than before, yet makes up for it with an extra 61 hp and the same thrilling dynamics. Beneath its timeless silhouette hides a 54-hp electric motor, another 15-hp unit acting as a generator, and a 1.9-kWh battery, all seamlessly integrated and nearly imperceptible while driving.

Despite the technological leap, the “Nine-Eleven” remains pure Porsche—precise, visceral, and addictive behind the wheel. As the brand insists, electrification here doesn’t mean compromise; it means more power, sharper performance, and mechanical refinement.

Iconic design meets intelligent upgrades

The design stays true to the 911’s classic profile, now enhanced with ten active cooling flaps in the front bumper and standard matrix headlights. At the rear, the sports exhaust and the trademark Targa roof with glass dome preserve its unmistakable identity. Inside, a fully digital 12.6-inch instrument cluster, a 10.9-inch central display, and tactile physical controls strike a perfect balance between innovation and driver focus.

Breathtaking performance

Its reworked 3.6-liter flat-six engine features a new electric turbocharger that eliminates lag entirely, ensuring instant throttle response. With 541 hp and all-wheel drive, the 911 Targa 4 GTS sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.1 seconds. The eight-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission remains flawless, while the PCCB carbon-ceramic brakes deliver astonishing bite and feedback.

On the road: still “the car”

Dynamically, the 911 T-Hybrid retains every ounce of its trademark purity. The hybrid system is virtually invisible, except for the extra punch under acceleration. Steering precision, traction, and adaptive suspension tuning make it as capable on a wet mountain pass as on a motorway blast.
The rear-axle steering enhances agility, and the Wet mode provides unmatched stability when the road turns slippery. The result is a car that’s both exhilarating and effortlessly controllable.

Price and verdict

With a starting price of €229,051, the 911 Targa 4 GTS T-Hybrid breaks the €200k barrier—but also sets a new benchmark in performance, craftsmanship, and emotion.
Ultimately, Porsche proves that electrification and passion can coexist, and that even with an Eco badge, the 911 remains the car.