2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid Specs and Price

After unveiled at 2013 International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid with Weissach package is reengineered with improvements on high specs, top speed, aerodynamics and other changes. This sports car is convinced to be tough rival to Ferrari 458 Speciale.

Specifications

This hybrid model embodies longitudinally 4.6-liter V8 engine powertrain and electric motors (on front angle and rear) to deliver power of 887 hp, lower than LaFerrari that delivers up to 949 hp and McLaren P1. The power from engine is 608 hp at 8600rpm and torque is 290 lbft at 6600 rpm. Meanwhile, the electric motors produce 286 hp. But it is cheaper than its rivals. The top speed is awesome which it can take 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds and 0-124 mph in 7.23 seconds. This automaker claims that it is faster than Bugatti Veyron.

In fact, the main superiority of 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder is on its quiet engine with EV mode that other super cars do not offer. There will be no noise while driving it in city or town. The electric motors can produce enough power to take 60 mph in 6.2 seconds. You just select E-drive and press the throttle. For about 20 miles, it is automatically recharged with high technology lithium ion battery pack.

For aggressive mode, you can select race mode using hot laps program. The transition between selection modes runs smoothly. The throttle delivers relaxed response and accurate steering as well as automatic transmission and engine.

Pricing

For aggressive mode, you can select race mode using hot laps program. The transition between selection modes runs smoothly. The throttle delivers relaxed response and accurate steering as well as automatic transmission and engine.

Although the speed performance of this car is slower than its rival, it offers less expensive price, starting from $845,000 to $929,000 for Weissach package. For whoever loves super car to drive in city, this new Porsche 918 is best choice in market.