For some time now there has been speculation on the possibility; that the models of the Porsche 718 range , that is; the Boxster and the Cayman can be offered with a purely electric engine. During the last Munich Motor Show 2021 , the German brand presented the Mission R, a concept car of an electric racing car. However, by presenting it, the brand had also emphasized that the concept was the size of the 718 Cayman, suggesting a possible connection with a future battery variant of this model.
Now, a report by Car ad Driver which cites several internal and external sources to the German company adds some more details; on the electrification of the Porsche 718 family models.
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The Porsche 718 will reportedly continue to be offered in the Cayman and Boxster models. Even if it is not; 100% sure, it seems that the Boxster will have; still a canvas canopy. The design will resume; that of the Mission R, obviously with less extreme aerodynamics. As for the interior, it seems that there will be & agrave; an important leap forward compared to those of the current Porsche 718. Indeed, they could be even more; modern than those of the Taycan .
In the past, speaking of the possible battery-powered variants of the Porsche 718, the concern of the extra weight was raised, which would have risked jeopardizing driving skills. According to the report, the goal is not to exceed 1.655 kg. These cars will be based on a new platform expressly designed for electric sports cars that looks like it will be; something more; of a simple shortened version of the PPE platform.
As for powertrains, entry level versions should have only one unit & agrave; electric and rear-wheel drive. The most popular variants powerful should integrate a second engine and therefore offer all-wheel drive. And on the topic of autonomy, the report highlights that Porsche's goal is to propose at least 400 km of travel . In any case, the brand would be working to improve autonomy and charging power.
Even if the performances have not been communicated, in terms of power, the most models; performing will have values similar to those of the Porsche 911 . The manufacturer would not be worrying about the possible overlap between the electric 718 and the petrol 911 as they will have different technologies. A differentiation that will continue with time since the 911 will be; offer with the internal combustion engine for a long time since there are no specific plans to make it electric in the short term.
Apparently, moreover, there will be no; any Porsche 718 hybrid. Electric models could debut in the course of 2024 . At first, the endothermic versions will also remain on sale. All that remains is to wait for more information on the development of this Porsche project.
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