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  • Porsche 918 Spyder looks meaner with set of attractive new wheels

    SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder front view

    SR Auto Group is responsible for the stylish change

    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder
    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder
    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder
    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder
    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder
    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder
    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder

    The super-expensive Porsche 918 Spyder hypercar just had a design boost delivered by the specialists at SR Auto Group. What I like so much about them is the fact that they make everything effortlessly and eventually deliver great-looking cars. And even more, they do this with simple measures, like adding only perfectly chosen wheels or add-ons that not interfere in a bad way with car’s overall design.

    So, basically the Porsche 918 Spyder model stands at the forefront of modern technology and innovation. It actually does more: shows that a hybrid hypercar can be a display for what future could be.

    SEE ALSO: Porsche 918 Spyder Goes for a Special Ride

    The vehicle itself is driven by a V8 petrol engine, which generates a total of 608 hp (447 kW) and two special electric motors, that gives additional 129 hp (95 kW) and 156 hp (115 kW) respectively. To do the math for you, this makes a total of 887 hp (652 kW). The acceleration time from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) is measured at 2.5 seconds, while the top speed is 385 km/h (214 mph). Crushing force, isn’t it?

    SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder rear view

    The change done by SR Auto is not big but gives a fresh take on the Porsche. It now rocks a good set of wheels: forged two-piece PUR RS23.M2 sized at 20-inches. They feature more subtle finish and feature gloss black diamond face with a matching inner barrel. Respectively big tires are also at hand.

    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder
    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder
    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder
    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder
    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder
    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder
    2016 SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder

    Source: SR Auto Group

  • Porsche 918 Spyder Goes for a Special Ride

    Porsche 918 SpyderPorsche 918 Spyder is on the lead on the UK road trip along with its brothers: Cayenne and Panamera S E-Hybrid. The dream car for many joins a special road trip around England and Whales. The lucky guy is Ingo, who won a special competition in Facebook, especially organized by Porsche team. Now he will visit numerous interesting places, while seated in the legendary 980 Spyder.

    Interesting fact is that, at each stage, Porsche fans will have the chance to sign the car as a memento of the trip. The trip itself will start from London through Oxford, Wales and Cotswolds before going to the Porsche Experience Centre at Silverstone. This route is especially chosen to demonstrate the performance and efficiency of the car.

    SEE ALSO: Porsche Brings the Boxter Spyder in New York

    The vehicle itself comes with a V8 Petrol engine, that produces a total of 608 hp (447 kW) and two special electric motors, that gives additional 129 hp (95 kW) and 156 hp (115 kW) respectively. The total of 887 hp (652 kW) is capable of incredible acceleration, that is measured from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) for 2.5 seconds. And the total speed is 385 km/h (214 mph) Crushing force, isn’t it?

    Porsche team surely knows how to make special events even more special with the right car. You should definitely check it out!

    Source: Porsche

     

  • 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder – Test Drive [video]

    Drive has published a test drive video of the awesome hybrid supercar – Porsche 918 Spyder. It is driven by Mike Spinelli, who makes several laps at the Circuit of the Americas with a little help from Porsche factory driver Patrick Long

    Porsche 918 Spyder is powered by a 4.6 liter twin-turbocharged V8 with 608HP (447 kW) and 530Nm (391 lb-ft) of torque. There are also two electric motors with 156HP (115 kW) and 129HP (95 kW) at each axle (front and rear). The maximum combined output is 887HP (661 kW) and over 800Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 2.8 seconds and a top speed of 340 km/h (211 mph).

    The 918 Spyder is priced at $845,000 excluding destination and handling tax. The manufacturer also offers Weissach Package for another $84,000. The package reduces the curb weight by 34 kg (77 lbs) by removing the audio system, air conditioning, door storage and armrest, while the regular paint is removed to be changed with an exterior foil.

    Porsche 918 Spyder also holds a lap record on the Nurburgring – 6 minutes and 57 seconds with an average speed of over 179.5 km/h(111 mph), as measured by Wige Solutions.

    Enjoy!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGSLARXwb90

    2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
    2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
    2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
    2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
    2014 Porsche 918 Spyder

    Source: Drive via Youtube

  • Porsche 918 Spyder – Nurburgring Lap Record – 6 minutes and 57 seconds

    2014 Porsche 918 Spyder managed to set a new record at Nurburgring for a vehicle with global road homologation. It managed to close a lap at the famous Germany circuit in less than minutes.

    The 918 Spyder has achieved exactly 6 minutes and 57 seconds. What is more, the new Porsche blends maximum driving dynamics with minimal fuel consumption. The record, which was previously held for four years, was broken during the first attempt in the test drive programme on the morning of 4th September.

    All three drivers – Former European Rally Champion Walter Rohrl, Porsche test driver Timo Kluck and Porsche factory race driver Marc Lieb – were quicker than the existing record with each lap, driving the two 918 Spyder models used. Each driver posted lap times of less than seven minutes on numerous occasions. Ultimately, it was Marc Lieb who posted the absolute best time of 6.57 minutes, driving at an average speed of over 179.5 km/h(111 mph), as measured by Wige Solutions.

    Porsche 918 Spyder is powered by a 4.6 liter twin-turbocharged V8 with 608HP (447 kW) and 530Nm (391 lb-ft) of torque. There are also two electric motors with 156HP (115 kW) and 129HP (95 kW) at each axle (front and rear). The maximum combined output is 887HP (661 kW) and over 800Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 2.8 seconds and a top speed of 340 km/h (211 mph).

    2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
    2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
    2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
    2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
    2014 Porsche 918 Spyder

    Source: Porsche

  • Porsche 918 Spyder – 887 HP and 800 Nm

    Porsche 918 Spyder combines pedigree motor racing technology with excellent everyday utility, and maximum performance with minimum consumption.

    It is powered by a 4.6 liter twin-turbocharged V8 with 608HP (447 kW) and 530Nm (391 lb-ft) of torque. There are also two electric motors with 156HP (115 kW) and 129HP (95 kW) at each axle (front and rear). The maximum combined output is 887HP (661 kW) and over 800Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 2.8 seconds and a top speed of 340 km/h (211 mph). The 918 Spyder managed to lap the Nurburgring in just 7 minutes and 14 seconds.

    The sports car has five available driving modes, which can be selected through the steering wheel. These are E-Power, Hybrid, Sport Hybrid, Race Hybrid and Hot Lap.

    In E-Power, the car is able to operate only on electricity, but still it is very fast 0-100 km/h in under 7 seconds and a top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph). It can travel up to 30 km (18.6 miles) on electricity alone

    In Hybrid mode, the electric motors and the combustion engine work alternately to maximize efficiency. The Hybrid mode is typically used for a fuel economy-oriented driving style.

    In Sport Hybrid mode, the combustion engine operates continuously and provides the main propulsive force. In addition, the electric motors provide support in the form of electric boosting or when the operating point of the combustion engine can be optimised for greater efficiency.

    Race Hybrid is similar to Sport Hybrid mode, but it allows the engine to recharge the battery, when the driver is not using the maximum output. Electric power is thus available even with several very fast laps.

    The Hot Lap button in the middle of the map switch releases the final reserves of the 918 Spyder and can only be activated in “Race Hybrid” mode. Similar to a qualification mode, this pushes the traction battery to its maximum power output limits for a few fast laps. This mode uses all of the available energy in the battery.

    If the battery is depleted, it can be recharged within 4 hours using a 230V outlet.

    Other nice technology is a Porsche Active Aerodynamic system that has three modes to provide optimal downforce.

    The Porsche 918 Spyder can be outfitted with a Weissach package, which adds a race car inspired exterior including visible carbon fiber on the roof, mirrors and windshield. The package also reflects to the interior – Alcantara upholstery, carbon fiber trim and six-point seatbelts. Last, but not least are the lightweight magnesium wheels fitted with ultra-performance tires.

    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype

    Source: Porsche

  • 2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype Enters Production

    2013-Porsche-918-Spyder-Prototype-THUMB2013 Porsche 918 Spyder is on the road is already planned for production which will start at the end of September this year. The first deliveries are to be in the end of the year. In fact, the camouflage of the vehicle harks back to historical Porsche 917 racing cars.

    The focus here is put on the interplay between the highly sophisticated individual drive components. Furthermore, the models will include the powerful combination between a combustion engine and two independent electric motors.

    One of the latter is positioned on the front axle and one in the drive line, acting on the rear wheels. In addition, there was also done a development of the software especially because of the engines. The result is extreme driving fun and one-of-a kind combination of minimal fuel consumption and maximum performance.

    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype is designed as a plug-in hybrid car because of the mixture of high-performance combustion engine and cutting-edge electric motors. The extraordinary performance delivered is estimated at 770 hp (566 kW), while the fuel economy is around three litres per 100 kilometres.

    Furthermore, this Porsche’s construction features also full carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) monocoque with unit carrier, fully adaptive aerodynamics, adaptive rear-axle steering and the upward-venting “top pipes” exhaust system. In fact, the 918 Spyder is offering a glimpse of what Porsche Intelligent Performance may be capable of in future.

    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    2013 Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype

    Source: Porsche

  • Porsche 918 Spyder – Price $845,000

    Porsche announced the pricing of the 2014 918 Spyder. The sports car will be sold in the US with a starting price of $845,000 excluding destination and handling fees.

    The 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder is powered by a 4.6 liter V8 with 580HP (432 kW) and 500Nm (369 lb-ft) of torque. The petrol engine will be paired with an electric motor generating 245HP (183 kW) more, so the overall power will be around 795HP (593 kW) and 780Nm (575 lb-ft).

    0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds and a top speed of 320 km/h (199 mph).

    Still, if this isn’t faster enough, you can opt for the Weissach package for additional – $84,000. It reduces the curb weight with 34 kg (77 lbs) by removing the audio system, air conditioning, door storage and armrest, while the regular paint is removed to be change with an exterior foil.

    In other words, you’ll have to pay $84,000 to the manufacturer to strip your car. Definitely, not a good idea!

    Martini Porsche 918 Spyder
    Martini Porsche 918 Spyder
    Martini Porsche 918 Spyder
    Martini Porsche 918 Spyder

    Source: Porsche

  • Walter Rohrl driving the 918 Spyder at the Nurburgring

    Porsche has released another interesting video clip of the 918 Spyder, which has lapped the Nurburgring in just 7 minutes and 14 seconds. This time behind the steering wheel is the world famous Walter Rohrl, who was driving in Group B (World Rally Championship) during the 1980’s, which was the most dangerous competition in the world. You can also see him climbing Pikes Peak with highly tuned Peugeot 405 Coupe.

    Back to 918 Spyder – the car is powered by a 4.6 liter V8 engine and two electric motors. The combined power 770HP (566 kW). 0-100 km/h in 3.0 seconds and a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph).

    The car is fitted with street-legal tires and had the optional Weissach Package which will be offered for the production model.

    Röhrl commented that the 918 Spyder is easier to take to the limit in comparison to the astonishing Carrera GT.

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URA15FCZHBM

    Martini Porsche 918 Spyder
    Martini Porsche 918 Spyder
    Martini Porsche 918 Spyder
    Martini Porsche 918 Spyder

    Source: Porsche

  • Porsche 918 Spyder: Nurburgring Test [video]

    Porsche has released a new promotional video of the 918 Spyder, which has lapped the Nordschleife in just 7 minutes and 14 seconds. This is the third video of this performance and obviously the manufacturer is very proud of this achievement of their hybrid sports car.

    Talking about hybrid systems, the 918 Spyder is powered by a 4.6 liter V8 engine and two electric motors. The combined power is whopping 770HP (566 kW). This means 0-100 km/h in 3.0 seconds and a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph).

    The car was fitted with street-legal tires and had the optional Weissach Package which will be offered for the production model.

    Check out the video below, where you will not see the full lap around Nurburgring, but a lot of interesting highlights and comments.

    Enjoy!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pukna2PG97c

    Martini Porsche 918 Spyder
    Martini Porsche 918 Spyder
    Martini Porsche 918 Spyder
    Martini Porsche 918 Spyder

    Source: Porsche

  • Porsche 918 Spyder at the Gran Turismo Events EVO Nurburgring [video]

    Porsche 918 Spyder is expected to hit the market in the late 2013. The sports hybrid car was put on serious test during these months including the 2012 Gran Turismo Nürburgring Evo event in Germany.

    The production version of 918 Spyder is powered by a 4.6 liter V8 with 570HP (419 kW) and two electric motors – a 109HP (80 kW) on the front axle and a 122HP (90 kW) electric motor on the rear axle. This means a combined power of 770HP (566 kW). 0-100 km/h in 3 seconds and a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph). This performance comes at decent “price” – 3.0 litres per 100 km (94.1 mpg UK) with CO2 emission of 70 g/km. Furthermore, thanks to a 6.8 kWh lithium-ion battery, the model can travel more than 25 km (15.5 miles) on electricity alone at speeds up to 150 km/h (93 mph).

    “What we are doing with the 918 Spyder is redefining driving fun, efficiency and performance,” said Wolfgang Hatz, Member of the Executive Board Research and Development of Porsche AG.

    Check out the video below!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FHNRiuaFCo

    Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype
    Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype

    Source: MINI DDcrew via Youtube

  • Porsche 918 Spyder concept debuts at Goodwood

    Porsche 918 Spyder concept has just made its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. It was introduced to the wide public back in the 2010 at the Geneva Motor Show, where it gathered praises and received overwhelming reaction from the sports car enthusiasts.

    918 Spyder has unique hybrid technology, thanks to Porsche’s Intelligent Performance system. The latter is responsible for the estimated fuel consumption of the car of 3 liters per kilometer (or 94 mpg), equating to CO2 emissions of 70 g/km. The supercar is equipped with V8 petrol engine which generates more than 500 hp (368 kW). In addition this engine is assisted by two electric motors with a total of 160 kW (218hp).

    The energy storage unit is a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery that can be charged from a conventional domestic power socket, delivering a range in excess of 25km (16 miles) in the NEDC on purely electric power.

    Thanks to the great power it has, this super sports car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in a maximum of 3.2 seconds and has a top speed of more than 320 km/h (199 mph).

    Porsche 918 Spyder concept
    Porsche 918 Spyder concept

    And what about the design of this concept? As you can see it carries the design DNA of the Carrera GT and Porsche 917 race car, as well as the RS Spyder. Despite all the similarities, the production version of the two-seater will include a manual roof system with removable roof panels which can be stowed in the front luggage compartment.

    First prototypes of the 918 Spyder are currently undergoing their final specification definition. They will include groundbreaking solutions such as the full carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) monocoque with unit carrier, fully adaptive aerodynamics, adaptive rear axle steering and the upward-venting ‘top pipes’ exhaust system.

    Production of the 918 Spyder will start in September 2013, and will be limited up to 918 units. The delivery of the first vehicles will begin in November 2013 and will be priced from 645 000 Euro.

    Porsche 918 Spyder Concept
    Porsche 918 Spyder Concept
    Porsche 918 Spyder Concept
    Porsche 918 Spyder Concept
    Porsche 918 Spyder Concept
    Porsche 918 Spyder Concept
    Porsche 918 Spyder Concept
    Porsche 918 Spyder Concept
    Porsche 918 Spyder Concept
    Porsche 918 Spyder Concept
    Porsche 918 Spyder Concept
    Porsche 918 Spyder Concept

    Porsche 918 Spyder Specifications:

    Body: Two-seater Spyder; carbon fibre reinforced plastics (CFRP) monocoque interlocked with CFRP unit carrier; two-piece Targa roof; fixed roll-over protection system.
    Drivetrain: Parallel full hybrid; 4.6-litre V8 mid-engine with dry sump lubrication; hybrid module with electric motor and decoupler; electric motor with decoupler and gear unit on front axle; electrical system recuperation; four cooling circuits for motors, transmission and battery; thermal management.
    Engine Power: > 570 hp (V8 engine)
    ~ 90 kW (hybrid module on rear axle)
    ~ 80 kW (electric motor on front axle)
    > 770 hp (combined)
    Suspension: Double-wishbone front axle; optional electro-pneumatic lift system on front axle; electro-mechanical power steering; multi-link rear axle with adaptive electromechanical system for individual rear wheel steering
    Brake system: High-performance hybrid brake system with adaptive recuperation; ceramic brake discs (PCCB).
    Energy supply: Lithium-ion battery with 6.8 kWh capacity (BOL nominal), 202 kW maximum power and mains compatible plug-in charger.
    Performance: Top speed > 325 km/h  (201mph)
    purely electric > 150 km/h  (93mph)
    Acceleration: 0 – 100 km/h < 3.0 s
    Consumption
    (NEDC):    		 Total ~ 3.0 l/100 km  (94 mpg)
    CO2 emissions: Total ~ 70 g/km
    Range: Purely electric > 25 km (15 miles)

    Source: Porsche

  • Porsche 918 RSR

    Porsche has announced the 918 RSR, which was unveiled at the North American Auto Show in Detroit.

    The car is a two-seat mid-engined Coupe featuring technologies from both 911 GT3 R Hybrid race car and 918 Spyder concept.

    Porsche 918 RSR is powered by mighty V8 engine with 563HP at 10 300RPM. However, the sports car also has two (more…)