Porsche might be the best long-term bet for internal combustion

Between a well-documented commitment to synthetic fuels and a high-adrenaline lineup of iconic sports cars, Porsche is making a serious case for itself as the internal combustion engine enthusiast brand to beat. Now, we have even more insight into where the brand will lead us. And the good news isn’t limited to gas-powered models.

Stuttgart will focus on “all three” powertrain options, potentially adding a new model

Porsche isn’t giving up on gas-powered engines. But even in the face of faltering EV demand, the automaker isn’t willing to risk getting left behind in electrified segments, either. “At Porsche, all three drive technologies symbolize emotion, performance, and efficiency,” a press release begins, referring to plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), gas-only, and electric powertrains.

A separate statement from Frank Wiesmann, Manager of Product Communications at Porsche North America, clarifies that Porsche plans to offer combustion, PHEVs, and fully electrified vehicles “in every vehicle segment well into the 2030s.” That’s a huge commitment, especially as Euro 7 regulations take hold for models on sale today in 2027. That said, we’ve already seen the brand take preemptive steps, such as hybridizing the latest generation of the beloved Porsche 911.

Furthermore, Porsche hinted at new things to come. They say they’re “currently evaluating an independent model line in the SUV segment with combustion and hybrid powertrains.” There’s no other firm details, but the press release states that the model could debut before the end of the decade. If a new model were to join the Cayenne and Macan, a three-row SUV seems likely. It could also slot below the Macan, but we’ll have to wait and see. Either way, it shows even more commitment to the gasoline engine.

Porsche committed to introducing new EVs still, including an electric sports car

It isn’t all about the dino juice over in Zuffenhausen. As previously announced, an all-electric Cayenne is officially slated for release, and it will spearhead the fourth generation of the SUV later this year in the US. Stateside sales of the electric Macan have been “particularly gratifying,” according to Porsche CEO Oliver Blume, so it’s no surprise that the automaker is putting further focus on EV SUVs. When you further consider that North America is Porsche’s largest single market, we’re not surprised the automaker is debuting the electric Cayenne at arguably the brand’s home away from home.

Separately, the brand has also confirmed that the widely reported-on electric 718 Cayman/Boxster is still in the works, although that car is now scheduled to arrive sometime after the electric Cayenne. It’s likely we won’t have many firm details until later this year.

Final thoughts

The second half of the decade is shaping up to be an interesting time for Porsche, especially when you consider what the automaker has planned for its flagship and Heritage Design 911 models. Like some other German automakers, Porsche is doing a good job of balancing constantly changing regulations and a fanbase deeply rooted in motorsports. We can’t wait to drive the new stuff.