The previous model’s optional sports suspension-only available with the manual transmission-is replaced with a variable, electronically controlled sports suspension based on the active PASM suspension. The chassis remains largely unchanged, with slightly modified springs and dampers. The base Carrera gains roughly 50 pounds, from 3100 to 3150 pounds, convincingly explained to us as being the result of wider wheels and tires, larger brakes, and standard bi-xenon lights with a washer system and fluid. The 911 has not become lighter, but it did not put on a lot of weight either. PDK improves acceleration while reducing fuel consumption over the previous generation of Tiptronic S equipped 911s through optimized and adaptive gearshifts. Developed for Group C racing over 25 years ago, the PDK system features two parallel clutches to eliminate any interruption in power delivery and eliminates even the slightest break between gears. Since Porsche’s double-clutch also boasts an automatic gearshift function, it replaces the former Porsche Tiptronic S automatic transmission on both the Carrera and Carrera S. The seven speed gearbox combines the driving comfort of an automatic transmission with the gearshift capacity of a sequential gearbox used in race cars. The 997.2s are fitted with a 6-speed manual as standard. 2009 also sees the introduction of Porsche-Doppelkupplung (PDK), Porsche’s double-clutch gearbox. The braking system was enhanced with the introduction of the 318 mm (12.52”) front disc brakes and 299 mm (11.78”) in the rear. The oil system is upgraded for track use. The rev limiter now responsibly cuts into the fun at 7500 rpm, up from 7300. The Carrera gets 345 hp, up from 325 the Carrera S is rated at 385, 30 more than before. Direct-injection technology, along with new air filters, a more free-flowing exhaust system, and reduced engine friction, have made both the 3.6-liter and the 3.8-liter horizontally opposed sixes more efficient and more powerful. ![]() The 3.6-liter engine was enhanced to become more fuel-efficient and offer better performance. The instrument cluster featured five dials with a black background. Besides the standard, manually adjustable, seats, there was an option for 12-way adjustable seats, adaptive sport seats, and new for the 2008 model were the sport-bucket seats. For seats, there were more options than on the non-facelifted version. It may look like fewer buttons, but there aren’t. In response to customer complaints about the cluttered center console, Porsche has now grouped the buttons in a line without spaces in between. Along with this upgraded system, options such as a hard disk drive navigation system, XM radio with XM NavTraffic capability, Bluetooth connectivity, iPOD port, USB port, and aux jack will be available. The latest Porsche Communication Management system, PCM 3.0 includes a new touchscreen feature, is standard on all 997.2 911s. Inside the car, on the center console, Porsche installed a new infotainment unit that featured a 6.5” touch-screen display. The Carrera has two large exhaust pipes the more powerful 997.2 Carrera S gets four smaller, circular tips. Basically the only visible differentiator between the two versions are the tail pipes. The standard Carrera gets larger disc brakes, which share the 13-inch diameter of the Carrera S, but are thinner. Mirrors are bigger to comply with upcoming European regulations. The rear lights have a slightly more complex shape than before and are fully LED, including the turn signals. A new set of 18” light-alloy wheels was fitted as standard for the Carrera. The headlights were fitted with LED daytime running lights and an option for bi-xenon lamps was added to the list. The front end looks slightly more Boxster-like, with a new front bumper, where larger air-intakes were sculptured. On the outside, this was a mild tweak more than anything else. Porsche had to improve its engines to make them cleaner and to meet the new pollution laws in Europe. ![]() ![]() These cars became known at the 997.2 generation cars and it represented an important upgrade for the whole range. 911 (997) Research Hub (2009 – 2012) Porsche 911 Carrera (997.2) – Ultimate Guideįor the 2009 model year, the full 997 911 model range got a mid-cycle update.
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