The Porsche 911’s diverse range, from the standard model to street-legal race cars like the 911 GT3 RS, has captivated customers from all walks of life, solidifying its status as an icon in the world of sports cars, even at 61 years old.
The various iterations of the 911, such as the S/T, a limited-edition model with a naturally aspirated engine, manual transmission, and rear-wheel drive, deliver an exceptional driving experience. Meanwhile, the new Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet, equipped with all-wheel drive and a soft top, seems more suited for cruising along the Nice coastline than racing at the Nürburgring.
The 911 offers a wide range of transmission options, from automatic to turbocharged, and even hybrid. While the trunks of the GT3 and S/T are typically filled with helmets and Nomex racing suits, the latter seems to have room for little more than a set of golf clubs.
The days when convertibles, regardless of type, were seen as inferior to their hard-top counterparts are long gone. Today, the difference in rigidity between the 911 coupe and its convertible counterpart is almost imperceptible, making the Cabriolet a viable option for enthusiasts.
A Vietnamese customer quickly snapped up the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet 2025, despite its starting price rivaling that of supercars and super SUVs like the Lamborghini Urus. With added options, the final price tag could be significantly higher, showcasing the allure of owning the first hybrid Porsche 911 in Vietnam.
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet 992.2 Drivetrain
Every 992.2 GTS, whether rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, coupe, convertible, or targa, shares the same powertrain: a new 3.6-liter single-turbo flat-six engine producing 478 horsepower, paired with a tiny 1.9kWh battery pack mounted on the front axle, powering a 54-horsepower electric motor.
The term “hybrid” carries significant weight, and except at low speeds, you’ll hardly notice the electric system at work.
The combined output stands at an impressive 534 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque. The only transmission available is the PDK 8-speed. Weighing in at 1,725 kg, the GTS 4 Cabriolet is one of the heaviest 911s around, yet it can sprint from 0-100 km/h in just 3.1 seconds and reach a top speed of 314 km/h.
Test drivers have been impressed by the car’s efficient power distribution, with the hybrid system’s torque compensating for any lag resulting from the switch to a single-turbo setup.
The all-wheel-drive system inspires confidence regardless of the road or weather conditions, even on cold, slippery roads in the UK. The standard PASM adaptive suspension on the GTS ensures a smooth and stable ride over uneven surfaces, providing balanced handling in corners and a relaxed, comfortable ride when not pushing the limits.
Interior
The Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet 992.2 offers the convenience of a convertible, with the top going down at the push of a button, while still providing a spacious trunk, comfortable rear seats, and impressive performance.
The interior is beautifully designed, logically laid out, and remarkably quiet with the top up. Unfortunately, with the mid-cycle refresh of the 992, Porsche abandoned the traditional five-dial instrument cluster of the 911 in favor of a digital setup.
The featured Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet 992.2 boasts a stunning red interior with black accents, showcasing the owner’s impressive taste. The red top further enhances the car’s aesthetics, complemented by the elegant gray exterior.
Design
Porsche has refined the exterior design of the 911 992.2 with carefully selected details, most of which aim to improve aerodynamics and overall performance. The standard 911 LED Matrix headlights now integrate turn signals, eliminating the need for separate front indicators, and larger cooling air intakes grace the front end.
Porsche offers an optional HD-Matrix LED headlight upgrade with over 32,000 pixels. These advanced headlights can illuminate distances of more than 600 meters and provide additional functions such as curve lighting that adapts to the driving mode, lane and corner illumination, construction site and narrow-lane lighting, and anti-glare high beams with pixel-precise accuracy.
The redesigned taillight bar features an integrated circular light signature and the ‘PORSCHE’ logo, giving the rear end of the 911 a deeper and more substantial appearance. The rear grille has also been redesigned with five fins on each side, seamlessly blending with the rear glass when the retractable wing is retracted.
The Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet 992.2 features a new front bumper, a new rear bumper, centrally positioned round sports exhaust tips instead of the standard rectangular ones, and more. In Vietnam, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet 992.2 has a starting price of 13.59 billion VND, excluding additional options chosen by the customer.
Photos by Trí Nguyễn
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