Porsche’s New SUPERCAR Is Here: Flat-8 AND Manual?!

Porsche has unveiled the Mission S concept in New York on October 15, 2026, previewing a new mid-engine model that would sit above the 911 in the lineup. Porsche CEO Michael Leiters has said the platform could offer a manual transmission if customers request one. The concept's design details and the rumored flat-8 engine are discussed, though Porsche has not confirmed the engine or a production date.

• Mid-engine supercar concept positioned above the 911
• Porsche CEO says a manual gearbox is possible if customers ask for it
• Combustion or hybrid only, with no full-electric version
• Flat-8 engine is rumored but not confirmed; production expected around 2028-2029

Hi guys! The new Porsche Mission S is here, and it could come with a MANUAL gearbox! Unveiled in New York on October 15, 2026, the Porsche Mission S concept previews Porsche’s next flagship supercar: a mid-engine model that will sit ABOVE the 911 in the lineup. Not a limited hypercar like the 918 Spyder, but a permanent new model family. And here’s the big news: Porsche CEO Michael Leiters says the platform is flexible enough to offer a manual transmission, if customers ask for it. Customer demand will decide what Porsche builds. What we know about the Porsche Mission S: ✅ Mid-engine supercar positioned above the 911 ✅ Combustion or hybrid only, no full-electric version ✅ Possible manual gearbox ✅ “Floating Volumes” design, active rear wing, 917-inspired cooling fan ✅ Five round analog gauges, physical buttons, no big central screen ❓ Rumored flat-8 engine (not confirmed by Porsche) ❓ Production: no official date yet, expected around 2028-2029 Would you buy a manual Porsche supercar? Tell me in the comments 👇 🔔 Subscribe to YOUCAR for the best new cars from around the world. Do you like it? Comment, like, dislike, share! – Follow us: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW2OUlFrrWiZvSsZRwOYmNg ✅ Source: Porsche