Porsche 911 Manual Exclusive
Porsche Launches Driver-Focused Manual Package for 911 Carrera S in North America
Key Points
The MT Package uses a six-speed manual gearbox that is shared with the 911 Carrera T, rather than a unique setup for this model.
Center-lock wheels are standard on the MT Package and save more than 17 pounds compared with the standard Carrera S wheel setup, a first for Carrera S models.
The coupe version weighs 3,327 pounds, only 11 pounds more than the Carrera T, underscoring Porsche’s weight-focused approach for the package.
The Cabriolet variant is available with the MT Package, with Cabriolet pricing starting at $183,350, and orders can be placed starting today.
The MT Package carries an approximate price delta of $10,900 over the standard Carrera S, reflecting the added equipment and performance orientation.
Porsche is bringing the six-speed manual back to the 911 Carrera S — but only if you live in North America. The new MT Package for the 2027 model pairs a 473-horsepower twin-turbo flat-six with a proper stick shift, starting at $169,450 for the coupe, according to Edmunds.
The package adds about $10,900 over the standard Carrera S price. Orders open today for both the coupe and the Cabriolet, which starts at $183,350, reports The Torque Report.
Why North America Gets the Manual and Nobody Else Does
Porsche says NA customers demanded it. When the 992.2 generation dropped the manual from the Carrera S, enthusiasts pushed back hard. Porsche listened — but only for North America, Edmunds reports. The MT Package is a direct answer to that pressure, designed for drivers who want a more analog, hands-on experience.
The six-speed manual is the same unit found in the 911 Carrera T, Porsche's other driver-focused lightweight model. The Carrera S with MT Package sits above the Carrera T in power and equipment, but shares its gearbox DNA, according to Yahoo Autos.
Center-Lock Wheels and a 10mm Drop Set This Apart
The MT Package is not just a transmission swap. Standard equipment includes rear-axle steering, PASM Sport suspension lowered 10 mm, Sport Chrono, and titanium exhaust outlets. A SportDesign front fascia and four-way Sport Seats Plus also come standard, Top Speed notes.
The headline hardware upgrade is center-lock wheels — a first for any Carrera S. They save more than 17 pounds compared to the standard wheel setup. The coupe tips the scales at just 3,327 pounds, only 11 pounds heavier than the Carrera T, according to Driving.ca.
Walnut Shift Knob, Red Badge, and No AWD Option
Inside, the MT Package adds a walnut wood shift knob — a nod to classic Porsche style. A red S badge on the rear sets it apart visually. The car stays rear-wheel drive only. There is no all-wheel-drive option available with this package, The Torque Report confirms.
Buyers can add options like ceramic brakes and carbon-fiber seats. The exhaust gets unique tuning as well, giving the flat-six a distinct sound compared to the standard Carrera S, according to Edmunds.
Cabriolet Buyers Can Get the Stick Shift Too
The MT Package is not just for coupe buyers. Porsche is offering it on the Cabriolet body style as well. The open-top version starts at $183,350 — about $13,900 more than the coupe. Both versions are available to order starting today, Yahoo Autos reports.
The move signals Porsche is serious about keeping the manual alive in its lineup. With the Carrera T already offering a stick shift at a lower price point, the MT Package gives drivers who want more power and more kit a clear upgrade path, says Driving.ca.
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