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2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S is impressive in every way

Building upon an already-capable predecessor, the latest C4S shows off some serious performance chops.

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The Porsche 911 is right up there with death and taxes in life's guarantees. 

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For nearly six decades, Porsche's venerable sports car has persisted, continually improving as it makes its way through revision upon revision.

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Yet, despite all these adjustments, the 911 has remained true to itself, whether that's through its rear-engine layout or just how rewarding it is to drive.

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You'll be happy to learn, then, that the fresh-as-a-daisy 992 generation keeps that same winning formula at the forefront. 

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In Carrera 4S form, it makes such a strong case that you might wonder whether any trim above it is even necessary for anyone but those addicted to overkill.

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The 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S has some interesting competition. The Mercedes-AMG GT is probably its closest rival, offering similar on-road performance and plenty of style, but the interior is even tighter.

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The BMW M850i has a lower starting price, and it's plenty fun, but it lacks the historical gravitas of the Porsche. The Audi R8 is a possible competitor, too, if you don't mind spending more money.

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Porsche might be spreading its enthusiasm far and wide across multiple segments, but it's clear that the 911 is still its favorite child. 

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The latest generation offers a number of improvements to an already-capable sports car, turning it into an even more compelling machine. 

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