Overview
Armed with a 4.6L V8 engine and a 6.8 kWh battery, fused to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, the Porsche 918 Spyder makes 887 horsepower and 944 lb-ft of torque. Standalone, the engine makes 608 horsepower while the electric motor(s) manage 129 horsepower. This powertrain helps the Porsche 918 Spyder cover 0-60 in 2.5 seconds. You can drive the 918 Spyder for 12 miles on the electric system alone, making it good for a small trip in the city. Combined, the 918 Spyder achieves an impressive 67 MPGe while getting 22 mpg from the traditional engine alone. With a base price of MSRP of $845,000, the 918 Spyder makes a formidable competitor in the midsize convertible segment, competing indirectly with the likes of the Ferrari LaFerrari and the Mclaren P1, this trio is indeed the holy trinity of the hypercar segment boasting technology directly derived from Formula 1. Having said that, although the rivals belong to midsize coupe segment, these happen to be the closest counterparts in terms of performance, pricing, and exclusivity.
