Porsche is preparing a hybrid version of the 911

Modifications at Porsche are coming hot and thick. It’s been a couple of decades since the last major engine innovation modification– the really significant shift from air- to water-cooling. Now we’re seeing a turbo shift, where even pedestrian 911s, Caymans, and Boxsters are being adjusted with turbos. Next up is hybrid expansion throughout the maker’s complete range.

Hybrids aren’t brand-new to the Porsche lineup, obviously. The Panamera hybrid has appeared in 2 forms, one in 2012 and one in 2015. Similarly, the Cayenne hybrid was just recently updated to plug-in spec. The 918 Spyder is a plug-in hybrid as well.

The 911, Cayman, and Boxster have actually been left off the hybridization program, however that’s about to alter. The 911 is “next in line” for hybrid tech, states Lutz Meschke, a board member at Porsche AG. That indicates we’ll likely see a hybrid 911 before the fully-electric production Mission E arrives. Every Porsche model will ultimately get a gas-electric choice, so the Macan crossover and 718 Boxster and Cayman will follow the famous sports car lead quickly.