2027 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package: Manual Transmission Features and What It Delivers
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The 2027 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package pairs the 473 hp Carrera S engine with a 6-speed sport manual transmission in the open-top Cabriolet body. It replaces the standard 8-speed PDK with a rowing gearbox, delivering 390 lb-ft of torque, a 191 mph top speed, and a 4.1-second 0-60 time. This page covers how the MT Package works, how it fits into the broader Carrera lineup, and where to find inventory near Glendale, WI.
What the MT Package Is and Why It Matters
The MT Package is a deliberate choice. It replaces the 8-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) automatic with a 6-speed sport manual transmission. On the Carrera S Cabriolet, it produces one of the rarer configurations in the current 911 lineup: the full sensory experience of open-air driving paired with a clutch pedal and three functioning pedals.
For buyers in Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, and the greater metro area who want to be fully in command of every gear change without giving up the S engine's extra output over the base Carrera, the MT Package delivers that connection without asking them to give up the fabric roof or 2+2 seating.
2027 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet overview
A manual gearbox in a modern 911 Carrera S is not a compromised or nostalgia-only proposition. Porsche engineers the sport manual to work with the same rear-wheel-drive platform and flat-six engine that underpins the rest of the Carrera S range. The MT Package is a powertrain choice, not a downgrade. It also commands a real premium over the PDK Cabriolet for buyers who want it.
How the 6-Speed Sport Manual Works
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The 6-speed sport manual transmission in the 911 Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package is purpose-built for the 911's rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive architecture. The gear throws are short and mechanically precise, calibrated to match the rev characteristics of the 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six in its S tune.
That engine produces 473 hp and 390 lb-ft of torque, with a redline at 7,500 rpm. The manual transmission lets the driver use that full rev range deliberately, holding a gear into the upper reaches of the tachometer or short-shifting for relaxed open-road cruising. The 8-speed PDK makes those decisions automatically. The MT Package returns them to the driver. Unlike the PDK model, the manual does not carry a separate Sport Chrono-adjusted 0-60 figure. Porsche's Launch Control function is PDK-specific, so 4.1 seconds to 60 mph is the number regardless of how the car is optioned.
The Cabriolet body adds one more dimension to the manual experience. With the fabric roof lowered at legal speeds, the electrically operated top opens and closes at up to approximately 37 mph. Engine sound and intake noise enter the cabin without filtration. Every gear change is heard and felt, not just executed.
MT Package Across the 911 Carrera Range
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The MT Package name specifically applies to the Carrera S. Porsche offers a "911 Carrera S with MT Package" in coupe form and a "911 Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package" in open-top form, both pairing the 473 hp engine with the 6-speed manual. This page's subject is the Cabriolet version.
At the base-engine level, Porsche uses a different name rather than an "MT Package" designation. The 911 Carrera T and 911 Carrera T Cabriolet both come standard with the 6-speed sport manual. It isn't optional on the T. It's the only gearbox offered. Both models pair it with the 388 hp engine, PASM Sport Suspension lowered 10 mm, and Porsche Torque Vectoring as standard equipment. The Carrera T Cabriolet starts at $164,250. The Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package starts at $183,350, reflecting both the additional power and the different standard-equipment approach between the two cars.
What the MT Package Delivers in Everyday Use
Daily driving a manual-transmission 911 Cabriolet in the Milwaukee area is a different proposition than track use. Here is what that looks like in real terms.
Commuting and City Driving
The 6-speed sport manual has a clutch calibrated for street use. It is not heavy or demanding. Gear spacing through the lower ratios suits stop-and-start conditions. The 390 lb-ft of torque arrives early enough in the rev range that lugging the engine in a higher gear is rarely a problem.
Highway Cruising
Sixth gear is a relaxed overdrive ratio. At highway speeds, the engine sits well below its 7,500 rpm ceiling. The fabric roof at speed seals tightly, with the three integral magnesium roof elements and a heated rigid glass rear windshield keeping wind intrusion low. The MT Package does not make the car louder or less composed on the freeway.
Weekend Driving
This is where the MT Package earns its price premium over the PDK Cabriolet. On roads south and west of Glendale, through the kettle terrain and sweeping routes available within an hour of Milwaukee, the ability to place every gear change precisely is what separates the manual Cabriolet experience from the automatic.
The electrically operated wind deflector, which deploys automatically with the roof open, reduces buffeting at speed without sealing the cabin from outside air and sound. That combination of roof down, wind deflector raised, engine on song, and third gear held toward redline is what the MT Package is built for.
How the Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package Compares to Real Alternatives
Against the Carrera S Cabriolet with PDK
The PDK automatic shifts in fractions of a second, adds Launch Control and a Sport Chrono-boosted 0-60 time of 3.3 seconds versus the manual's 4.1 seconds, and works seamlessly in traffic. The MT Package gives up some of that outright speed, but it asks more of the driver. That's the trade a buyer is making.
Against the Carrera T Cabriolet
Both are genuine manual open-top Carreras, but they sit at different points in the lineup. The Carrera T Cabriolet uses the base 388 hp engine, comes standard with PASM Sport Suspension lowered 10 mm and Porsche Torque Vectoring, and starts at $164,250. The Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package steps up to the 473 hp engine and a $183,350 starting price. For buyers who want the manual open-top experience specifically with the S engine's extra output, the S Cabriolet with MT Package is the correct model. Buyers prioritizing value and the T's standard chassis hardware may prefer the Carrera T Cabriolet instead.
Against competitor open-top sports cars with manual gearboxes
Porsche does not make claims about other manufacturers' products, and neither does this page. The 911 Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package occupies a specific position: a rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive open-top sports car with a clutch pedal, a 473 hp flat-six, and decades of engineering continuity behind it.
See the 2027 911 Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package at Porsche Milwaukee North in Glendale
Porsche Milwaukee North regularly carries new 911 Carrera inventory, including Cabriolet models and MT Package configurations. Check current inventory to see what's available now. If you are in Glendale, Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, or anywhere in southeastern Wisconsin and you want to sit in a manual-transmission 911 Cabriolet, the team at Porsche Milwaukee North is the right first call. The 2027 911 Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package is not a car that photographs well enough to make the decision for you. It requires a test drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the 2027 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet come with a manual transmission?
Yes. The MT Package adds a 6-speed sport manual transmission to the 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, replacing the standard 8-speed PDK automatic.
How many gears does the MT Package have?
The MT Package uses a 6-speed sport manual transmission. It's paired with the 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six producing 473 hp and 390 lb-ft of torque in the Carrera S tune.
Is the MT Package available on the base 911 Carrera Cabriolet?
No. The base-engine manual Cabriolet is a separate model called the 911 Carrera T Cabriolet, which comes standard with the manual transmission and the 388 hp engine. The "MT Package" name specifically applies to the Carrera S.
What is the 0 to 60 mph time for the 2027 911 Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package?
4.1 seconds. Top track speed with summer tires is 191 mph. Because the manual doesn't use Porsche's Launch Control system, there's no separate Sport Chrono-adjusted figure the way there is on the PDK-equipped car.
How does the Carrera T Cabriolet differ from the Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package?
Both are manual, open-top 911s, but the Carrera T Cabriolet uses the base 388 hp engine with PASM Sport Suspension lowered 10 mm and Porsche Torque Vectoring standard. The Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package uses the 473 hp S engine.
Can the 911 Carrera Cabriolet roof be operated at speed?
Yes. The electrically operated fabric roof opens and closes at speeds up to approximately 37 mph. An integral electrically powered wind deflector deploys automatically when the roof is lowered.
What warranty does the 2027 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet carry?
The 2027 911 Carrera S Cabriolet is covered by a 4-year, 50,000-mile basic warranty and a 4-year, 50,000-mile powertrain warranty.
Where can I see the 2027 911 Carrera S Cabriolet with MT Package near Milwaukee?
Porsche Milwaukee North in Glendale, WI carries new 911 Carrera inventory. Use the inventory link on this page to see current availability, or contact the team directly to schedule a test drive.