HYPER CARS #2

PORSCHE 918

The 918 Spyder is a limited edition supercar, and Porsche plans to manufacture 918 units as a 2015 model year. Production began on September 18, 2013, with deliveries initially scheduled to begin in December 2013. 

The 918 Spyder was sold out in December 2014. The country with the most orders is the United States with 297 units. The 918 Spyder was first shown as a concept at the 80th Geneva Motor Show in March 2010.The production version was unveiled at the September 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. Porsche also unveiled the RSR racing variant of the 918 at the 2011 North American International Auto Show, which combines hybrid technology first used in the 997 GT3 R Hybrid, with styling from the 918 Spyder.The 918 Spyder is a mid-engined two-seater sports car designed by Michael Mauer.

Specifications

Overview

Maufacturer  : Porsche

Production    : 2013-2014-2015

Model Years : 2015

Designer        : Michael Mauer

Body and Chassis

Class            : Sports Car

Body Style    : 2 Door Coupé (RSR)

                        2 Door Roadster (Spyder)

Layout          : Mid-engined All-Wheel Drive

Related         : Porsche 911 turbo

Power Train

Engine          : 4.6 L V8 + 2 Electronic Motors on Front and Rear Axle

Transmission: 7 Speed PDK  Dual-Clutch

Range           : 420 mi (680 km)

Electric         : 19 km (12 mi)
Range

Price

Porshe 918   : US$ 8,47,000
Spyder

Porsche 918 : US$ 6,27,700
RSR