The Drive Nov 30
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Porsche’s Bold W18 Engine Redefines Hypercar PowerPorsche patented a triple-bank W18 engine with 18 cylinders and triple turbos, potentially powering a 918 Spyder successor in the near future.
Key FactsNov 30, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedrive.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedrive.com
- Porsche filed a patent for a unique W18 engine featuring three banks of six cylinders, differing significantly from Volkswagen’s earlier W configurations.
- The design places intake ports on top to reduce airflow friction and separates exhaust channels to enhance thermal efficiency.
- Each cylinder bank may be equipped with its own turbocharger, suggesting a triple-turbocharged powertrain setup.
- While the patent might remain theoretical, it holds promise as the powerplant for a future Porsche hypercar or a successor to the 918 Spyder.
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