Cars & Motor

Testing the Porsche 911 Dakar

Quelle: AUTOMOTOTV (Glomex)

The exclusive model, limited to 2,500 units, not only shows that there are hardly any limits to the concept of the Porsche 911. It also commemorates Porsche's first overall victory in the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally - which also marked the birth of all-wheel drive in the Porsche 911. As a result, the new 911 Dakar is offered with an optional Rally Design Package reminiscent of the iconic 1984 winning car. What immediately catches the eye about the Porsche 911 Dakar is its ground clearance: it is 50 millimeters higher on the Dakar than on a 911 Carrera with sports suspension. In addition, the standard lift system can raise the front and rear by a further 30 millimeters. This brings ground clearance and ramp angle up to the level of classic SUVs. The lift system is not only used to slowly negotiate obstacles, but is also an integral part of the retuned chassis. The "high level" setting is available up to a speed of 170 km/h for ambitious off-road driving. If this speed is exceeded, the car automatically lowers back to normal level.