Porsche-911-Dakar-Canada-luxury-4

Porsche 911 Dakar: The Ultimate Sports Car For The North

If you’re a car enthusiast living in Canada, chances are you’ve heard of the Porsche 911. It’s a classic and extremely recognizable sports car. However, Porsche has taken this one step further. Normally, you wouldn’t think of taking such a sports car off-road. Usually, if you take a car like that off-roading, you miss a turn. Well, they have embraced their wild and fun side and turned the Porsche 911 into an absolute off-road rally machine.

Introducing the Porsche 911 Dakar

The new Porsche 911 Dakar was introduced to the public at the Los Angeles Auto Show, and this limited edition model is not only a display of the capabilities of the Porsche 911; it also calls to mind Porsche’s first overall victory, which came in the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally. This historic victory was a significant step toward the introduction of all-wheel drive in the Porsche 911. In homage to that legendary racecar, Porsche also provides buyers of the Porsche 911 Dakar with an additional option known as the Rallye Design Package. I mean, it can even look like this. Amazing.

Porsche 911 Dakar, Porsche 911 Rallye

The ground clearance of the Porsche 911 Dakar allows for even more fun than the standard. It is 50 millimetres higher than the ground clearance of a 911 Carrera equipped with sports suspension. In addition, the standard lift system has the capability of elevating both the front and rear ends by an additional 30 millimetres. It has a ground clearance and ramp angle that are comparable to those of standard SUVs. The lift system is not created solely for the purpose of driving over obstacles at low speeds; rather, it is an essential component of the suspension that has been fine-tuned. It is possible to engage in daring off-road exploits at top speeds of 170 kilometres per hour when using the “high level” setting. When it reaches that speed, the car’s suspension will adjust itself to return to its normal level.

Porsche 911 Dakar, Porsche 911 Back

In addition, the 911 Dakar comes standard with a set of specially engineered Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus Tires, measuring 245/45 ZR 19 in the front and 295/40 ZR 20 in the rear. The chunky tread pattern is 9 millimetres deep, and it has two carcass plies in addition to reinforced sidewalls and threads. Because of all of these factors, the tires of the Porsche 911 Dakar are perfect for even the most difficult terrain, and they are highly resistant to being cut. Despite this, all-terrain tires are included as a standard feature, and they provide sports car dynamics with both on and off the road.

Porsche 911 Dakar, Porsche 911

The Porsche 911 Dakar is driven by a three-litre, bi-turbo six-cylinder engine that is capable of producing a wonderfully powerful 473 horsepower and has a maximum torque of 420 pound-feet. This engine not only offers exceptional performance but also has that classic Porsche 911 sound. This new version of the 911 has a 0-100 kilometres per hour time of  3.4 seconds, but its top speed is capped at 240 kilometres per hour because it has all-terrain tires

The Perfect Sports Car for Canadian Winters

This sports car is ideal for driving in the snowy Canadian winters because it comes equipped with off-road capabilities as standard and has the option of being purchased with a roof basket or roof tent. In addition to that, it has been fitted with a rotary switch located on the steering wheel, which allows the driver to choose between two new driving modes. Rallye mode is great for surfaces that are loose and uneven, and it features all-wheel drive that is focused on the rear axle. When the off-road mode is engaged, the high clearance setting is brought into play automatically. This mode is optimized to provide the best possible traction in challenging terrain, including sand. The new Rallye Launch Control is included in both of the available driving modes, which are brand new.

Porsche 911 Dakar, Porsche 911 Interior

The Bottom Line

The Porsche 911 Dakar is one of the best sports cars out there that can handle the harsh winters in Canada, especially with this new configuration. Because it has exceptional off-road capabilities, high-performance tires, and advanced driving modes, it is the ideal vehicle for any kind of adventure. Because of its bold appearance and potent powertrain, the Porsche 911 Dakar is certain to attract attention wherever it goes, on or off the road.

Learn more about the Porsche 911 Dakar on their website and inquire at your local Porsche dealership on specs, availability and cost.

Read More Luxury News and Reviews on LXRY Magazine