2013 Porsche 911 50th Anniversary Edition: Photo Gallery

In celebration of its 50th year, Porsche is launching a special edition version of its 911, with retro styling cues inside and out.

Based on the Carrera S model, the rear-wheel anniversary edition is powered by a 3.8-liter flat six-cylinder engine and a Powerkit that increases engine performance; the coupe is rated at 430 horsepower and has a top speed of 186 mph. Porsche says it's capable of a zero-to-60 sprint in 3.8 seconds with the seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and 4.2 seconds with the seven-speed manual.

Outside, the wide-body coupe wears special 20-inch matte black wheels with machine-polished centers. Other distinguishing features include chrome strips on the front air inlets, fins on the engine compartment grille and a two-tone 3-D badge on the rear lid with the numbers "911 50." Exterior paint colors are unique too, limited to a dark graphite gray, light geyser gray metallic and black monochrome.

Cars.com Reviews the 2013 Porsche 911

With the 911, Porsche excels at delivering sights, sounds and feelings, says Cars.com reviewer Mike Hanley. From the car's eye-searing Racing Yellow exterior paint to its burbling, throaty exhaust note, driving the Carrera 4S Cabriolet is sensory overload — in an exciting way. But this sports car icon is also good at cleaning out your wallet; his test car clocked in at $147,175.

2013 Porsche 911 Review

Cars.com Reviews the 2013 Porsche Panamera Hybrid

Porsche's hybrid hatchback delivers the best of both worlds: impressive driving dynamics and fuel efficiency, but things stop making sense when you look at the bottom line, says Cars.com reviewer Aaron Bragman. The Panamera Hybrid commands a significant price premium over the base model, and its performance-oriented audience will likely balk at the V-6 hybrid's near six-figure price tag.

2013 Porsche Panamera Hybrid Review

2013 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet Video

The 2013 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet is the uncommon convertible sports car you won't mind driving with the top up. Cars.com reviewer Joe Bruzek says the hardtop convertible compromises little of the coupe's driving experience. The all-wheel-drive droptop's 400-horsepower six-cylinder engine is paired with a seven-speed manual transmission and overall, the car does a surprisingly good job of keeping out road noise. Still, a simple-to-operate, quick-lowering top and one-button wind deflector will likely help make that top-up driving benefit something you only use as a last resort. Watch the video above.

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2013 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet: Photo Gallery

For the price difference you pay for the 2013 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet over the coupe, you could buy a new Nissan Versa. For the price difference between the base-model Carrera 4S Cabriolet and a fully loaded one, you could buy a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 1LT — with a droptop.

Starting at $118,480 and topping out at $147,175 (including a $950 destination charge), it's a safe assumption that either you can afford it or that your long-term investment strategy is still finding its way. In either case, what you'll find is that the all-wheel-drive Carrera 4S Cabriolet offers a rare balance between the performance aspects of a luxury sports car and the touring experience of a convertible

The Carrera 4S cabrio's 3.8-liter six-cylinder engine is mated to a seven-speed manual transmission, generating 400 horsepower and 325 pounds-feet of torque for a zero-to-60 time of 4.5 seconds. Exterior styling changes for 2013 include wider rear wheels and rear fenders, a light strip connecting the rear taillights and a revised front grille. Abundant safety, comfort and tech features come standard, and racing yellow paint and a black roof are no-cost options. Flourishes like a black leather interior, sport exhaust and black wheels will cost you thousands, however.

Check out the gallery below.

Porsche Reveals An Itsy Bit of News on 918 Spyder Plus Photos

Porsche introduced the world to its Spyder Concept way back in March 2010 — a time when electric vehicles were thought to be the near future for everyone. The idea of Porsche putting a plug-in hybrid powertrain into its halo race car might have dimmed with the tepid reaction to typical EVs.

That doesn't seem to be the case.

Porsche has let out some more details about the prototype for the 918 Spyder, which is running rings at Germany's famed Nurburgring track. Porsche says it has completed a time of 7 minutes and 14 seconds, an identical time to a specially equipped Lexus LFA.

It hits speeds of more than 200 mph thanks to a 608-horsepower, 4.6-liter V-8 engine teamed to three electric motors, including one powering each set of wheels. Combined power is said to be ... 887 hp.

But the startling part may be just how committed to hybrids Porsche seems.

2014 Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo S: First Look

• Competes with: 2014 Audi R8 5.2, 2014 Nissan GT-R
• Looks like: A 911 with swollen rear fenders
• Drivetrain: 520- or 560-hp, twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter six-cylinder; seven-speed dual clutch automatic transmission; all-wheel drive
• Hits dealerships: Late 2013

The new 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo S are the latest, most powerful additions to the 911 lineup since the platform was redesigned for the 2012 model year. A steady release of new 911 variants, including the 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera 4 and track-oriented 911 GT3, continues with the bad-boy 560-horsepower Turbo S. Porsche says it's capable of accelerating from zero to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds. The "entry-level" 911 Turbo with 520 hp takes 3.2 seconds to reach 60 mph.

2014 Porsche Panamera: First Look

• Competes with: Audi S8, Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG, BMW Alpina B7, Fisker Karma
• Looks like: A longer, even more awkward version of last year's Panamera
• Drivetrain: 3.6-liter V-6, 3.0-liter bi-turbo V-6, 4.8-liter V-8 or plug-in hybrid; seven-speed PDK automatic or eight-speed Tiptronic automatic transmissions
• Hits dealerships: Late 2013; Turbo models in early 2014
• MSRP: $79,075-$162,075, including destination fee

Porsche is updating its controversial Panamera sedan for 2014, giving it some slightly revised front and rear styling and adding a few new models — the total number of offered trims is now nine. Joining the lineup is a new plug-in hybrid, called the Panamera S E-Hybrid, replacing 2013's conventional hybrid sedan. Joining the plug-in Porsche are two new extended-wheelbase models, which stretch the car a full 5.9 inches between the wheels, affording rear-seat passengers a considerable bump in legroom.

2014 Porsche 911 GT3 Photo Gallery

911 buyers will once again be able to hit the track in Porsche's new high-performance GT3 that's positioned at the top of the 911 lineup and set to go on sale later this year.

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Power comes from a 475-horsepower, 3.8-liter six-cylinder engine, which teams only with a recalibrated seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The rear-wheel-drive GT3 gets numerous aerodynamic enhancements like a large rear spoiler, front and rear lip spoilers, numerous air vents and special 20-inch wheels.

Porsche claims the new GT3 needs just 3.3 seconds to accelerate from zero to 60 mph, and it can reach a top speed of 195 mph. It even has rear-wheel steering for spirited handling and stability, a Porsche first.

Check out photos of Porsche's new 911 GT3 to get your adrenaline pumping, below. Cars.com photos by Evan Sears.

2013 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S at Roebling Road Raceway: Photo Gallery

The Porsche 911 Carrera 4S is among a quartet of new incarnations — along with the Carrera 4 and a corresponding cabriolet for both the 4 and 4S — in the automaker's 2013 911 lineup. A notable addition is the new all-wheel-drive system, Porsche Traction Management, paired with a 3.8-liter flat-six engine and a seven-speed manual or dual-clutch automatic transmission. Porsche says it's good for 400 horsepower, a zero-to-60 time of 4.3 seconds and a 185-mph top speed.

The 4S starts at about $106,580, including a $950 destination fee. Though you may not be able to tell by looking, the new 911 boasts a slightly wider rear wheel housing, extending out an extra 22 mm, while the rear tires are 10 mm wider. Other distinguishing features include a center brake-light strip on the taillights, nameplate decals and a new glass sunroof option. Check out Cars.com photographer Evan Sears' photos below.