Porsche Introduces The All-Wheel Drive 911 4S Family For 2026
Porsche just added to the 992.2 911 family with the refreshed 2026 Carrera 4S Coupe, Cabriolet, and Targa 4S. As expected, these new all-wheel drive "S" variants adopt the same suite of upgrades introduced in the rear-wheel drive Carrera S models earlier this year, but with traction-focused enhancements and a noticeable bump in standard features—and price.
Key Points
- The updated 911 Carrera 4S models get 473 hp from a twin-turbo flat-six, with Turbo-sourced intercoolers, standard sports exhaust, and upgraded GTS brakes.
- These models mark the return of a non-hybrid AWD 911 below the new GTS, offering improved traction with a lower barrier to entry.
- Starting at $156,450, the new Carrera 4S coupe costs over $16,000 more than the outgoing version, but added equipment and high demand likely offset the hike.
2026 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S: All The Details
All three new variants are powered by the familiar 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six engine—now tuned to produce 473 horsepower and 390 pound-feet of torque. Like their rear-drive counterparts, the new 4S cars are only available with the eight-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission. Porsche's manual gearbox remains exclusive to the Carrera T and GT3 models.
Standard performance hardware now includes a sports exhaust system and larger brakes carried over from the old GTS. Adaptive dampers, a mechanical limited-slip differential, and staggered 20-inch front and 21-inch rear wheels remain part of the base package. Optional upgrades include carbon-ceramic brakes, rear-wheel steering (standard on the Targa), and a lowered sport suspension.
Inside, the 4S models feature leather trim and the new all-digital instrument cluster introduced during the recent mid-cycle refresh. The coupe comes standard with two seats, though buyers can add the 2+2 layout at no additional cost. The kid-friendly configuration is standard on both the Cabriolet and Targa.
With nearly half of U.S. 911 “S” buyers choosing all-wheel drive, these new 4S models reduce the financial and technological leap for buyers looking for all-weather performance without committing to the hybrid all-wheel-drive GTS—the only other 992.2 911 offering all-wheel drive up to this point.
Pricing reflects the increased content. The 2026 Carrera 4S coupe will start at $156,450, roughly $16,000 more than the outgoing version. The Cabriolet begins at $169,650, while the Targa 4S commands $171,350. Demand for the 911 remains high, and Porsche shows no signs of easing up on the evolution of the 911 lineup, especially as the company must rely on the car's excellent margins now, more than ever.
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