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Porsche won't produce fully electric 911, dpa cites CEO as saying

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Posted on June 10, 2026

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· Last updated: June 10, 2026

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Porsche Will Not Launch Fully Electric 911, According to CEO

Porsche’s Stance on Electric 911 and Future Mobility Plans

CEO’s Statement on Electric 911

Berlin, June 10 (Reuters) - Porsche will not produce a fully electric version of the 911 sports car, Porsche CEO Michael Leiters said at an event hosted by the magazine "Auto, Motor und Sport", news agency dpa reported on Wednesday.

Current 911 Model Lineup

• All 911 models have been combustion-engine models so far with some models also available as hybrids

Porsche’s Electric Vehicle Portfolio

• Porsche has had a fully electric sports car on the market since 2019, the Taycan, as well as two fully electric SUVs

Future Investment and Strategy

Selective Investment in Electric Mobility

• Porsche plans to continue investing in electric mobility selectively, guided by customer demand, said CEO Leiters

Market Demand and Product Focus

• Porsche has overestimated demand for electric models and has somewhat shifted back to combustion-engine vehicles

(Reporting by Lena Rueckerl, Editing by Ludwig Burger)

Key Takeaways

  • The iconic Porsche 911 will remain available only in combustion and hybrid forms, with no fully electric version planned, as emphasized by CEO Michael Leiters at a recent Auto, Motor und Sport event. (uk.marketscreener.com)
  • Porsche continues to offer the fully electric Taycan (launched 2019) and electric SUVs like Macan EV and Cayenne Electric, but acknowledges that earlier EV demand was overestimated and now tailors electrification to customer preference. (uk.marketscreener.com)
  • New leadership under Michael Leiters (appointed January 2026) is steering Porsche toward cost efficiency and a balanced drivetrain mix—combustion, hybrid and electric—reflecting a cautious, demand-driven electrification strategy. (investing.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will Porsche produce a fully electric version of the 911?
No, Porsche CEO Michael Leiters confirmed there will not be a fully electric 911.
What electric models does Porsche currently offer?
Porsche offers the fully electric Taycan and two electric SUVs.
Why is Porsche changing its electric mobility strategy?
Porsche has overestimated demand for electric models and is shifting focus back to combustion engines.
Are any 911 models available as hybrids?
Yes, some Porsche 911 models are available with a hybrid engine option.

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