Porsche German sports cars, sedans, and SUVs
Porsche is the world's most profitable luxury automaker per vehicle and creator of the iconic 911. From Stuttgart, Germany, Porsche builds sports cars, sedans, and SUVs that deliver exhilarating performance with everyday usability.
Ferdinand Porsche designed the Volkswagen Beetle before his son Ferry created the first Porsche-branded car, the 356, in 1948. The 911 debuted in 1963 and has been in continuous production ever since, evolving through eight generations. Porsche nearly went bankrupt in the early 1990s before a dramatic turnaround. The Cayenne SUV (2002) and Panamera sedan (2009) expanded the lineup, while the Taycan (2019) proved Porsche could electrify without losing its soul.
Porsche engineering prioritizes driver engagement above all. The flat-six engine in the 911 is a masterpiece of balanced power delivery. PDK dual-clutch transmissions shift faster than any human. PASM adaptive suspension and rear-axle steering make Porsches feel smaller and more agile than they are. Every Porsche, from the Macan to the 911 GT3, shares the same obsessive attention to chassis tuning.
The 911 GT3 is considered the ultimate naturally aspirated sports car. The Carrera GT's V10 is one of the greatest engines ever built. The 959 was the most technologically advanced car of the 1980s. The Taycan Turbo S proved electric cars can deliver the Porsche driving experience. The 918 Spyder hybrid hypercar set the template for electrified performance.
Porsche has won the 24 Hours of Le Mans more times than any other manufacturer. The 911's rear-engine layout was originally considered a compromise, but Porsche has perfected it over six decades. Every Porsche engine is tested at full power before leaving the factory. The Porsche Museum in Stuttgart contains over 80 vehicles spanning the brand's history.