The Porsche 918 Spyder has a total system output of 887 hp. That figure combines its combustion engine with two electric motors in a plug-in-hybrid powertrain.
At the center is a naturally aspirated 4.6-liter V8 derived from Porsche’s RS Spyder racing-engine program. The V8 produces 608 hp, while the electric motors contribute a combined 286 hp. One motor drives the front axle and another works with the rear drivetrain, giving the 918 all-wheel drive and instant electric torque.
The 918 Spyder debuted in 2013 as Porsche’s technological showcase and was limited to 918 examples. Its hybrid system was designed not merely to reduce fuel use but also to improve acceleration, traction, and response. Depending on the driving mode, the car could operate electrically, in a blended hybrid mode, or with the engine and motors working for maximum performance.
The 887-hp figure is often confused with the V8’s output alone, or with the electric motors’ combined rating. It is the combined system figure, not the power of any single component.