New Porsche 911 Dakar: off-road sports car development update
Porsche 911 Dakar: next-gen off-road sports car in development
New Porsche 911 Dakar: off-road sports car development update
Porsche is developing the new 911 Dakar, an off-road sports car with increased ground clearance and redesigned features. Expected launch 2027-2028.
2026-03-24T04:40:22+03:00
2026-03-24T04:40:22+03:00
2026-03-24T04:40:22+03:00
Porsche is continuing development on the new generation of the 911 Dakar, an unusual sports car that blends off-road capability with the classic 911 architecture.Returning After SuccessThe first 911 Dakar proved to be an unexpected hit, with all 2,500 units selling out despite a price tag exceeding €260,000. Now, the brand is preparing a follow-up, and a prototype has already been spotted during winter testing.What's Changed in the PrototypeJudging by spy photos, the model features increased ground clearance and redesigned lighting with integrated turn signals. Externally, the car is close to the 911 Carrera GTS but lacks active aerodynamics at this stage.The wheels—19 inches at the front and 20 at the rear—are fitted with off-road tires, confirming the continued 'sports car plus off-road' concept. The interior, as before, will remain a two-seater.Tech and ProspectsInformation about the powertrain is not yet available. Despite possibly sharing a platform with the GTS, a hybrid version is in question, as additional weight could worsen the dynamics, a point some owners of the previous version had noted.The new 911 Dakar is expected to launch no earlier than 2027–2028. Its price is likely to approach the €300,000 mark, reinforcing its status as a niche yet sought-after product.
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Porsche 911 Dakar: next-gen off-road sports car in development
Porsche is developing the new 911 Dakar, an off-road sports car with increased ground clearance and redesigned features. Expected launch 2027-2028.
Michael Powers, Editor
Porsche is continuing development on the new generation of the 911 Dakar, an unusual sports car that blends off-road capability with the classic 911 architecture.
Returning After Success
The first 911 Dakar proved to be an unexpected hit, with all 2,500 units selling out despite a price tag exceeding €260,000. Now, the brand is preparing a follow-up, and a prototype has already been spotted during winter testing.
What's Changed in the Prototype
Judging by spy photos, the model features increased ground clearance and redesigned lighting with integrated turn signals. Externally, the car is close to the 911 Carrera GTS but lacks active aerodynamics at this stage.
The wheels—19 inches at the front and 20 at the rear—are fitted with off-road tires, confirming the continued 'sports car plus off-road' concept. The interior, as before, will remain a two-seater.
Tech and Prospects
Information about the powertrain is not yet available. Despite possibly sharing a platform with the GTS, a hybrid version is in question, as additional weight could worsen the dynamics, a point some owners of the previous version had noted.
The new 911 Dakar is expected to launch no earlier than 2027–2028. Its price is likely to approach the €300,000 mark, reinforcing its status as a niche yet sought-after product.
