Porsche has completed development on its innovative 3D printed bucket seats and is now offering the lighter, more comfortable option to customers.

First announced in March 2020, the seats are made up of a base support out of expanded polypropylene, which is bonded to a breathable comfort layer that consists of a mixture of polyurethane-based materials made through additive manufacturing. The components are clipped together and covered in Race-Tex, a non-slip material that offers support and is breathable for passive ventilation.

“Seats adapted to individual drivers have been available for a long time in professional motorsport,” says Porsche test driver Lars Kern. “During the initial test drives, I was impressed by the ergonomics – the slightly lower seat position and improved thigh support are similar to what you get from the seat in a racing car. The passive ventilation is impressive too.”

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Along with being more comfortable thanks to three different rigidity grades, the seat is also eight percent lighter than Porsche’s conventional full bucket seat.

Porsche says that it will first offer this option on the Boxster, the Cayman, and the 911. Starting in February, it will available to order from Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur and will be integrated into the Porsche Car Configurator.

Customers will be able to retrofit the seat into some models that have already been delivered since the assembly process takes just a few minutes at a Porsche Center. Some vehicles will also be available with the new seat on the passenger side.

The 3D-printed bucket seat is available for €2,677.50 ($3,105.65 USD) and it comes in three highlight colors: Black, Guards Red, and Racing Yellow. In February, the company is adding three more colors, namely Arctic Grey, Ultramarine, and Shark Blue. Eventually, Porsche plans to offer 3D printed seats that are designed specifically to fit the individual body contours of each customer.

Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option
Porsche Now Offering 3D Printed Bucket Seats As An Option