Will there be a 992.2?

Will there be a 992.2?

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G-996

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Thursday 31st August 2023
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This is pure speculation but…I wonder if Porsche will actually release a mid-cycle refresh of the 992, or just keep it as-is until the next all-new 911 model?

I know a mid-cycle refresh probably offers the potential of a boost in sales as it’ll appeal to those who crave the latest version, but what realistically needs to be changed on the current 992.1 model? Thinking about previous mid-cycle refreshes:
996.2 improved the styling by binning the fried egg headlights and adding a modest power increase
997.2 introduced a totally new much more reliable engine
991.2 introduced turbocharged engines across the range (excl. GT3)

OK I’m biased as I’ve just picked up a new 992.1 and think it’s fabulous in every way, but what would Porsche change to increase the appeal to buyers? Getting rid of an analogue tachometer and making some minor changes to the bumper, as is rumoured for the 992.2? Hardly seems revolutionary.

Or maybe, given the swings in demand given the current economic situation, perhaps it would be better to keep producing the 992.1? That would avoid the risk of any component inventory write-offs in the changeover, and presumably save some money.

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