Verdict
A
Hypercar · Germany · 2013-2015
Porsche 918 Spyder
Porsche 918 Spyder — spec data and generation history.
Years
2013-2015
Generations
1
Segment
Hypercar
Porsche's plug-in hybrid hypercar — 4.6 V8 NA (608 bhp) plus dual electric motors (one front axle, one in the gearbox housing) for 887 bhp combined and AWD. Carbon tub, removable Targa-style roof panels stowed in the front boot, top-exit exhausts. 918 cars built. Optional Weissach pack saved 41 kg via magnesium wheels and bare carbon trim — Weissach cars carry a meaningful premium. The 'Holy Trinity' member that broke the Nurburgring lap record in 2013 — analogue-feeling despite the hybrid complexity.
Generations
Click any generation for the full deep dive
2013-2015
Mk1
→
4.6 V8 + dual motors — 887 bhp, 0-62 in 2.6s.
Verdict
A
BHP
887
0–60
2.6 s
Top
214 mph
MPG
94.0 mpg
Used
£1,400,000-£2,200,000
- + Holy Trinity icon — appreciating
- + PHEV but feels analogue
- − Cooling system complexity
- − Battery pack a long-term unknown
Known issues by generation
Common faults reported on each generation — useful when shopping the used market.
2013-2015
- Battery pack recall on early cars
- Cooling system plumbing (multiple loops)
- Specialist-only servicing
- Weissach pack carries 15-20% premium
- Bespoke tyres and brake costs
Rivals
McLaren P1 · Ferrari LaFerrari · Porsche Carrera GT · Bugatti Chiron