2026 Porsche 911 Targa 4S

The 2026 911 remains the benchmark sports car, with coupe and convertible bodies and rear- or all-wheel drive. It competes with the Aston Martin Vantage, Mercedes-AMG GT, and the Corvette Z06, though the 911's daily usability sets it apart. The 911's rear-engine layout gives it tenacious grip and a unique feel, with the Turbo S delivering immense straight-line speed. The ride is firm, especially in sportier trims, but the standard adaptive dampers keep it livable for daily drives. Inside, the 911 offers a driver-focused cockpit with a digital gauge cluster and a rear seat that folds for extra cargo space. The Targa 4S is for buyers who want the open-air experience of a convertible with the coupe's roof structure; if you don't need all-wheel drive, the rear-drive Carrera S saves weight and money. Its 3.0L I6 makes 473 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque, sent to all four wheels through the eight-speed automatic; the standard rear-axle steering helps it feel smaller than its 3,869 pounds curb weight. The Targa roof opens or closes in 19 seconds at speeds up to 37 mph, and the standard sport exhaust lets you hear the flat-six more clearly.