2015 Porsche 918 Spyder: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
For 2015, the big news is the 918 Spyder itself: an all-new, limited-run plug-in hybrid supercar and the model's only U.S. model year. Porsche ended production on June 19, 2015, after completing the planned run of 918 cars.
About the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder
Single-generation 918 Spyder; 2015 is the first and only US model year, and also the end-of-production year globally.
Porsche positioned the 918 Spyder as the future of the sports car: a technology-pioneer halo model that paired race-bred speed with plug-in efficiency instead of treating electrification as a compromise. Its appeal was the unusual mix of silent electric driving, extreme acceleration, all-wheel-drive grip, and open-top exotic drama, all wrapped in a carbon-fiber body. More than a collectible, Porsche framed it as a real engineering test bed for later road cars.
The regular 918 Spyder was positioned as a technology showcase that could drive on electric power yet deliver serious track performance. Its 887-hp hybrid system, five drive modes and removable roof defined the experience, while the Weissach Package cut about 90 pounds with magnesium wheels, exposed carbon-fiber pieces and a simpler interior.
What changed, by category
2015 Porsche 918 Spyder specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Hybrid, 4.6 Liter | V8, Hybrid, 4.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd PDK | Automatic, 7-Spd PDK |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Plug-In Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid |
| Horsepower | 887 hp | 887 hp |
| Torque | 390 lb-ft | 390 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 3.9 cu-ft | 3.9 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| MPGe Combined | 67 | 67 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| USB Ports | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||
| Power Driver Seat | ||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder an all-new model?
Yes. The 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder was an all-new, hand-built plug-in hybrid supercar with carbon-fiber construction, all-wheel drive and active aerodynamics.
Was 2015 the only U.S. model year for the Porsche 918 Spyder?
Yes. The 2015 model year was the Porsche 918 Spyder's first and only U.S. model year.
What powers the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder?
The 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder has an 887-hp plug-in hybrid system combining a 4.6-liter V8 with two electric motors. It also has all-wheel drive and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
How is the 2015 918 Spyder Weissach Package different from the base version?
The 2015 Weissach Package is a lighter, more track-focused 918 Spyder. It cuts about 90 pounds and uses magnesium wheels, exposed carbon-fiber pieces, lightweight bucket seats and a simplified interior, while retaining the same 887-hp hybrid system.
Did Porsche stop building the 918 Spyder in 2015?
Yes. Porsche ended 918 Spyder production on June 19, 2015, after completing the planned run of 918 cars.