Porsche Unveils Mission X Electric Hypercar Concept to Celebrate 75th Anniversary

Porsche has chosen its 75th anniversary as the occasion to reveal the Mission X, an impressive two-seater electric hypercar concept. Intended as a potential successor to the iconic Carrera GT and 918 Spyder, the Mission X aims to be a lightweight “super-sports car” with rear-wheel drive and a high-performance electric powertrain, potentially delivering over 1,500 horsepower. Porsche has set its sights on making the Mission X the fastest road-legal car on the renowned Nurburgring Nordschleife.

Drawing design inspiration from Porsche’s successful Le Mans 24 Hours sports prototypes, the Mission X showcases a fusion of performance and modern luxury. Its compact dimensions, measuring 4.5 meters in length with a wheelbase of 2.73 meters, pay homage to the Carrera GT and 918 Spyder. Standing under 1.2 meters tall, the car features 20-inch front wheels and 21-inch rear wheels for optimized aerodynamics.

The Mission X boasts a captivating exterior design, including a lightweight glass dome with a carbon fiber-reinforced plastic exoskeleton that extends over both seats. Reminiscent of the legendary 917 racer, the car features forward and upward-opening Le Mans-style doors fixed to the A-pillar. The exterior design also incorporates Porsche’s signature light graphic, with vertical LED headlights inspired by the 906 and 908 models, as well as a full-length light unit and transparent illuminated Porsche lettering at the rear. Attention to aerodynamics is evident with near-transpired aero blades on the rear wheels, designed to enhance rear brake cooling.

Inside, the Mission X exhibits a driver-focused layout with an asymmetrical design and two racing seats equipped with six-point harnesses. The motorsport-style open-top steering wheel features paddle shifters. The car is equipped with built-in cameras to capture Nurburgring records, activated by a dedicated record button. Additionally, the passenger side features a bayonet system in the instrument panel to attach a stopwatch module for tracking lap times and other driving data.

While technical details of the Mission X’s powertrain have not been disclosed, Porsche has outlined its “technical vision” for the vehicle’s production version. The car aims to achieve a power-to-weight ratio of 1 horsepower per kilogram, with a target weight similar to the current Porsche 911 (around 1,400-1,500 kilograms) and a potential power output of approximately 1,500 horsepower. Porsche also aims to surpass the downforce levels of the current 911 GT3 RS, which generates 860 kilograms at 285 kilometers per hour.

The Mission X features an “e-core” concept, placing the battery behind the seats to centralize the vehicle’s mass and achieve a lower floor compared to traditional battery skateboard chassis. Porsche is also striving for significantly improved charging performance, aiming for the Mission X to charge twice as fast as the Taycan, potentially reaching a charging speed of 450 kilowatts. While specific battery details have not been revealed, Porsche is likely exploring high-performance battery units developed for motorsport or hypercars.

Considering Porsche’s production timelines for previous concepts, it is expected that a production model based on the Mission X concept would likely emerge around 2027. Notably, the Mission X is being developed solely by Porsche and is not connected to Rimac, the Croatian hypercar company in which Porsche holds a significant