Rumors are circulating that the Porsche 911 Dakar might return with the T-Hybrid powertrain from the GTS for more power, torque, and fun.

A new report suggests the Dakar may be returning for another run, this time with the extra juice of Porsche's T-Hybrid system.

The current Porsche 911 Dakar saw 2,500 units built, with the last one rolling off the assembly line in November 2024. While it was thought that the model had seen the end of its production life, media

In the 911 GTS, the T–Hybrid develops a combined 534bhp and 450lb ft. For comparison, the previous 911 Dakar’s turbocharged 3.0-litre flat six, which it shared with the previous-generation GTS, made 473bhp and 420lb ft. The increase in power from the hybrid set-up is expected to trim the previous Dakar’s 0-62mph time of 3.4sec.

The Porsche 911 Dakar was a unique, limited-run version of the iconic sportscar that was capable of keeping a rapid pace off-road, without compromising its on-road abilities. The 911 Dakar was on sale in international markets between 2022 and 2024,