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Jay Leno drives the Porsche 918 Spyder

Posted 30th August, 2013 in Porsche, Videos | Leave a comment

This new episode of Jay Leno’s Garage sees the talkshow host chat to Porsche’s Frank Walliser, the project manager of the 918 Spyder, at Pebble Beach before taking it out for a drive.

At the heart of the 1640 kg hybrid is a 453 kW (608 hp) 4.6-litre V8 engine that revs to over 9000 RPM, which is complemented by a hybrid module at the rear along with an electric motor driving the front wheels. Top speed in electric mode is 150 km/h (93 mph) with a range of 25 kilometres achievable – depending on driving style. However, with the full-on 661 kW (887 hp) a its disposal, 100 km/h appears in 2.8 seconds and 200 km/h in 7.9s, while top speed is 340 km/h (211 mph). All from a car capable of drinking around three litres of fuel every 100 kilometres.