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Created from a concept car originally unveiled at the 2010 Geneva Moror Show, dealers around the globe are taking orders for the Porsche 918 Spyder. Taking a significant step toward production, the 918 Spyder marries unique plug-in hybrid technology with outstanding performance.
Featuring a stunning 500+ horsepower V8 engine, this Porsche hybrid is assisted by not just one, but two electric motors. Porsche estimates the motors will only consume 3.0L/100 km with official EPA fuel economy figures announced near the end of 2013.
The hybrid is exclusive. Porsche’s production run of the hybrid will include no more than 918 sportcars. Production will start around September of 2013 and the manufacturer’s suggested retail price is $825,000.
The 918 Spyder will have a very unique hybrid system. It features a high-revving, mid-mounted V8 engine with the capacity of more than 4.0 liters that will produce at least 500 horsepower. Additionally, the enging is based off the Porsche RS Spyder racing engine, one that has demonstrated impressive performance and efficnecy through multiple victories at the American Le Mans series. Power is transferred to the rear wheels by Porsche’s compact, seven-speed double-clutch gearbox.
