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Porsche 911 Carrera T: 2 Variants Is Better Than 1

White 911 Carrera T parked at an angle with mountains in the background — The latest 911 Carrera T coming in two new options! Both lightweight paired with a 6-speed MT.
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Porsche has announced the latest iteration of the 911 Carrera T, and it’s packed with key features that will excite driving purists everywhere. This 2025 model combines lightweight construction with an exclusive six-speed manual transmission, delivering a raw, engaging experience that’s becoming a rarity in today’s market. A coupe and cabriolet option will be available making the Carrera T the lightest variant in the 911 lineup, with a curb weight of just 3,316 lbs for the Coupe, the 911 Carrera T is the lightest variant in the 911 lineup. Both models feature Porsche’s signature rear-axle steering, enhancing agility on winding roads, and a sport-tuned Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) system that is lowered for a sharper response.

Blue 911 Carrera T Cabriolet with top up parked on a concrete floor with black background — A Cabriolet version opposite the coupe.
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Powered by the same 3.0-liter twin-turbo boxer engine as the standard Carrera, it produces 388 horsepower and 331 lb.-ft. of torque, accelerating from 0-60 mph in 4.3 seconds in the Coupe and 4.5 seconds in the Cabriolet, with top track speeds of 183 mph and 182 mph, respectively. The Carrera T also introduces refined interior elements tailored for driving purists, with lightweight glass and reduced sound deadening enhancing its minimalist, performance-focused design. A distinctive walnut-topped shifter and GT Sport steering wheel add to the unique cockpit feel. Notably, 911 Carrera T-exclusive details include Vanadium Grey Metallic accents on the side mirrors, wheels, and badges, with optional Gentian Blue highlights that can be applied to trim details like door graphics and the rear model designation.

Aerial view of a blue Porsche 911 with black interior and the driver door opened with a spotlight lighting the car in a black room — Throw the top down and get in!
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White 911 Carrera T driving on a road with sunsetting in the background — Thankfully, Porsche is keeping the manuals alive!
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Staking its claim as one of the most intriguing models in the 911 lineup, standing out in a segment typically dominated by heavier-hitting performance platforms like the 911 GT3 RS and Turbo models. The exclusive six-speed manual transmission and lightweight construction make the Carrera T an engineered platform for a pure, unfiltered driving experience that prioritizes driver engagement over sheer power reaffirming Porsche’s commitment to delivering a pure and focused driving experience—making it an enticing option for the driving enthusiast.