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What are you getting for $2k? Descriptions are identical. Why is Porsche offering Dynamic LED with PDLS and Dynamic LED “Matrix-Design” with PDLS for $2K more? What’s the benefit? They both offer dynamic cornering, both speed dependent range control, both sport mode range adjust, and both provide active high-beam assist.
- PDLS add a silver trim around the headlight, thats the only visible difference. Functionally these lights are a bit different, lights turn with the wheel etc. if I understand correctly. LED lights (DRLs) look the same though.
- PDLS+ is a completely different headlight and looks different and more high tech. I have this option on my 2019 Cayenne and it is truly amazing when driving at night, very clever system adapting to every situation seamlessly. Would recommend for people who use their cars this way, lots of night driving on highways for example. But an expensive option.
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LED headlights are standard on 992s.
Unless you need PDLS as described above or PDLS+ which is in a different league
I do not see any reason to go to PDLS from Standard. For me, its Standard or PDLS+ on 992.
They are both PDLS+. To be clear, I’m referring to the upgraded LED headlights in the Premium package that are a $0 option as opposed to the $2k Matrix-design lights.
With Matrix LED individual LED's are controlled to mask certain areas within the beam.
The problem is in N.America this is not fully implemented yet due to DOT regulations.
LED main headlights with matrix beam including Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS Plus)
Even greater foresight is achieved with LED main headlights featuring matrix beam technology. The matrix beam strategically deactivates specific segments of the permanent main-beam cone. Eighty-four individually controlled LEDs adapt to the situation ahead by switching off or dimming accordingly. Vehicles in front or in the oncoming lane are no longer dazzled, while the areas in between and to the side continue to receive full illumination. To optimise target fixation, not only are the lights selectively dimmed to fade out oncoming vehicles, the area to the right of the light void is lit more brightly for better guidance of the driver’s visual attention. What’s more, segment-specific dimming of highly reflective traffic signs also acts to avoid driver dazzle. LED main headlights with matrix beam including PDLS Plus: bright, homogeneous, safe.
PDLS Plus, which includes all the functions of PDLS, now comes for the first time with electronic cornering lights and an intersection assistant function based on navigation data. As you approach a crossroads or T junction, the intersection assistant function activates the left and right cornering lights, and the light cone becomes wider and shorter – for enhanced illumination of your surroundings.
I actually really like the base led headlights. I have the black pdls plus on my 991.2 and love the look of the outer posts. Since that isn't available in the 992 I am going to go with the base lights, they remind be of the 918 headlights.
I actually really like the base led headlights. I have the black pdls plus on my 991.2 and love the look of the outer posts. Since that isn't available in the 992 I am going to go with the base lights, they remind be of the 918 headlights.
02-03-2019, 10:54 AM
LED with PDLS or LED Matrix for $2K??
