Drive lust

New Porsche 911 Targa

In November 2006, Porsche AG of Stuttgart, Germany, will start offering dealers two new variants of the eleven series at the same time – the 911 Targa 4 and the 911 Targa 4S. For the very first time, these Porsche models will be available exclusively with permanent all-wheel drive and a body that is 44 millimeters wider at the rear.

 

The Porsche Targa 4 is powered by the familiar flat-six engine, delivering 325 bhp of power from 3.6 liters. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds and reaches a top speed of 280 km/h.
The more powerful Targa 4S features a 3.8-liter engine outputting 355 bhp. This model sprints to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, and has a top speed of 288 km/h.

The distinguishing feature of this Porsche is a large glass roof blending harmoniously with the sports car lines. The glass roof also ensures a light, airy interior. It can be opened in only seven seconds to as much as half a meter, no matter what the speed, by means of two electric motors.