German automaker Porsche has launched its latest model in the 911 Turbo series, the 911 Turbo S with a six-cylinder boxer boosted by two exhaust gas turbochargers, with an increase in power over the 911 Turbo by 30 to 530 bhp (390 kW).

While this new top model comes as standard with all high-tech components available only as options on the “regular” 911 Turbo, it also delivers a maximum toque of 700 Newton-metres (516 lb-ft).

Despite its significant increase in power and dynamic performance, the new 911 Turbo S, at 11.4 litres/ 100 kilometres, does not consume any more fuel than the Porsche 911 Turbo, making it by far the most efficient sports car in its performance class, a statement said.

The 911 Turbo S comes exclusively with seven-speed Porsche’s double-clutch gearbox, conveying drive power to Porsche Traction Management (PTM) all-wheel drive.

Driving safety optimised to an even higher standard is ensured by dynamic engine mounts and Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) including a mechanical differential lock on the rear axle.

In conjunction with launch control on the sport chrono package Turbo likewise featured as standard, the 911 Turbo S accelerates from a standstill to 100 km/hr in 3.3 seconds and reaches 200 km/hr in 10.8 seconds.

Top speed is 315 km/h or 195 mph. Extra-light and fading-resistant Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) provide the same outstanding performance in terms of stopping power and controlled application of the brakes, the statement added.

The supreme level of standard equipment including dynamic bending lights, 19-inch wheels in RS Spyder design with central locking, a three-spoke sports steering wheel with gearshift paddles, adaptive sports seats, cruise control, a CD/DVD changer and exclusive twin-tone leather upholstery in black/crema or black/titanium blue additionally underlines the outstanding class and calibre of this first Turbo S in five years, according to the statement.

The Turbo S Coupé will be available for order in the Middle East this month with deliveries starting in May 2010. Starting price in the GCC is $62,171. The Cabriolet can be expected at the same time. The basic retail for this model in the GCC is $173,361. – TradeArabia News Service