About Porsche New Model Release Information

For a while now, I’ve been checking the latest Porsche news through Google Alerts. Every day, I receive about ten emails with various campaign info, press conference details, and new model updates, but recently, there’s been so much “Porsche new model release information” that it’s become quite confusing.

Articles often say things like “The full reveal of the Boxster Spyder is finally here!” or “Spy shots of the new 911!” But then there are rumors that the Cayman GT4, expected to be announced in June, hasn’t appeared yet, or that the 911 Speedster might be replaced by a GT3 Cabriolet, and information keeps changing back and forth… So, I decided to organize the “Porsche new model release info as of August 2018” here.

Summary of New Model Announcements

As of now, the “new model release info as of August 2018” that I know of is as follows. Many are still unconfirmed regarding their release. According to my husband, “If a video is published on Porsche’s official YouTube channel ‘Porsche Channel’, it means the release is confirmed.” So far, only videos for the Macan and Taycan have been released.

So, let’s take a look at each model one by one.

① Macan

The new Macan was already announced at the recent Shanghai premiere and is scheduled for release in Japan next year. The YouTube video for the new Macan introduces features like “three-dimensional LED taillights, standard LED headlights, a new Porsche Communication Management (PCM) 11-inch touchscreen, and an optional GT Sport steering wheel.”

→【Reference Article】New Macan unveiled at Shanghai World Premiere! What’s new and improved?

② Taycan

Announced this June, production is scheduled to start in 2019, and many orders have already been placed in Europe. The name Taycan means “lively young horse,” inspired by the prancing horse at the center of the Porsche crest. The Taycan is a 4WD with over 600ps maximum output, featuring the “PMSM” technology derived from the “919 Hybrid” that won the Le Mans 24-hour race.