In model year 1999, the model range was expanded with the 911 Carrera 4, which came with permanent all-wheel drive and was offered as a Coupé and as a Cabriolet. Externally, the body was identical to that of the rear-wheel drive Carrera.
Based on the 911 Carrera 4 Coupé, a special model was introduced in model year 2000 to mark the upcoming millennium. The Millennium model was limited to 911 units and was only available in the special colour Violet Chroma Flair.