It will make its debut on June 8, 2023, to coincide with the opening of the exhibition ’75 Years of Porsche Sports Cars’ at the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen.
Porsche’s Mission X
The Mission X is an impressive reinterpretation of a hypercar, with Le Mans-style upward-opening doors at the front and a high-performance electric powertrain.
The car commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Porsche sports car brand, which occurred on June 8, 1948, when the 356 ‘No. 1’ Roadster received its operating permit.
The Mission X concept study is a compact hypercar with dimensions of approximately 4.5 meters in length and two meters in width.
It has the same wheelbase as the Carrera GT and 918 Spyder. The car is outfitted with mixed-size tires, with 20-inch front wheels and 21-inch rear wheels designed to improve aerodynamics.
The Mission X is inspired by Porsche’s previous innovative super sports cars, such as the Porsche 959, Carrera GT, and 918 Spyder.
These vehicles were landmarks in the world of supercars, each offering unique technological advances and breaking records.
Exterior:
In the Mission X, classic elements of the brand’s design have been given a new spin. This vehicle is the pinnacle of performance and modern luxury.
The bodywork is sleek and sits at less than 1.2 meters in height, painted in an elegant color called Rocket Metallic, which was created specifically for this concept.
Below the beltline, carbon-weave finish elements can be seen, coated with a satin finish that gives them a slight coloration while retaining their recognizable material structure.
The concept study’s wheels are intricately designed, with rear aeroblades that look like turbines and serve to improve brake cooling. In their construction, they appear almost transparent.
Both occupants are protected by a lightweight glass dome with a carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic exoskeleton. The doors, which are inspired by the iconic Porsche 917 racing car, are hinged at the A-pillar and roof and open forward and upward. Another distinguishing feature is the distinct lighting signature.
For the Mission X, the designers reimagined the iconic Porsche four-point graphic, with vertical headlights inspired by historic racing cars such as the Porsche 906 and 908.
These lights are supported by a high-tech structure that frames the LED modules and extend low towards the road.
Daytime running lights and indicators are displayed as thin exposed elements. When turned on, the lights blink open like an eye, making a bold and confident statement when fully illuminated.
Interior:
The asymmetry and color scheme of the interior reflect the driver’s emphasis. The driver’s seat, as well as the center console and dashboard, are Kalahari Grey, while the passenger seat is Andalusia Brown, creating a contrasting effect.
The car includes motorsport features such as an open-top steering wheel with mode switches and shift paddles, in addition to carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) seat shells and integrated six-point seatbelts.
The vehicle has several cameras installed, and recording begins when the driver presses the Record button (REC) on the multi-purpose controller.
Another notable feature is a bayonet system for attaching a stopwatch module to the instrument panel on the passenger side.
Porsche Design has created a unique stopwatch module for the Mission X, complete with analog and digital displays.
These clocks are suitable for both racetrack and rally use, and can display lap times and important driver data, among other things.
New Porsche Crest Debuts With Mission X:
The Mission X features a redesigned Porsche emblem with a more modern appearance. A full-length light unit appears to float at the rear of the vehicle, while the transparent and illuminated Porsche lettering stands out prominently.
With its sculptural appearance, the rear light appears suspended in the air, supported by a modern structure that spans the entire width of the car in four segments. The ‘E’ in the Porsche lettering pulsates while charging, adding an element of mystery.
The updated Porsche crest, which makes its debut on the Mission X, is a standout feature. At a closer look, the modernized crest differs from its predecessor in several ways, including brushed precious metal, a three-dimensional honeycomb structure, a refreshed heraldic beast, and a more subtle gold color.
The refined crest effectively communicates the essence of Porsche, executed with a cleaner and more advanced approach. It can be found on the Mission X’s bonnet and steering wheel, as well as in monochrome on the wheel centers.
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