Overview

• Porsche has confirmed the next-generation 718 will not be electric-only, with petrol-powered range-toppers joining entry-level EV versions.
• Industry reporting indicates the higher trims are likely to use the 911 Carrera GTS T‑Hybrid system, a compact twin‑turbo 3.6‑liter flat‑six with a single electric motor that was chosen for easier packaging.
• The T‑Hybrid currently runs exclusively with an eight‑speed PDK, leading reports to suggest hybrid 718 models may not offer a manual transmission.
• A phased launch is expected, with fully electric 718s due first in 2026 and the petrol‑hybrid flagships arriving later, as current 718 production winds down and some markets face an availability gap.
• CEO Oliver Blume cited weakening demand for exclusive battery EVs as a key driver of the pivot, with media estimates putting the broader strategy reset at about €3.1 billion.