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2001 Porsche 911 Full Review
Date Published: 7/31/08
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2001 Porsche 911 Review
This rear-engine sports-car line offers rear-wheel-drive Carrera and all-wheel-drive Carrera 4 coupes and Cabriolet convertibles, plus a Turbo coupe. All have front side airbags, antilock disc brakes, and rear-mounted 6-cyl engines with horizontally opposed cylinders. Carreras have a 3.4-liter engine, the Turbo a 3.6 with twin turbochargers, plus bolder styling, 18-inch wheels versus 17s, and a rear spoiler that automatically raises to enhance high-speed stability. On all, a 6-speed manual transmission is standard, a 5-speed automatic with manual-shift buttons on the steering wheel is optional; the automatic is a first for the Turbo. An antiskid system is now available for rear-drive Carreras, and standard elsewhere. A navigation system is optional on all models.
Competition
This class features an interesting mix of hard-core performance models and more luxurious touring convertibles. Our Best Buys give you a little of both worlds. The Chevrolet Corvette is fast, comfortable, and reasonably affordable. Unlike previous models it doesn't beat you up with a hard ride, and it will cruise quietly at highway speeds. Our other Best Buy, the Mazda Miata, is a bare-bones roadster with few frills and average acceleration, but for weekend fun on a twisty back road it's hard to beat.
If you don't mind spending a few more bucks, we recommend you take a look at the Mercedes-Benz SLK. The Mercedes offers an interesting mix of performance and luxury. It also has a retractable hardtop, making it more of an all-weather car.
If you don't mind spending a few more bucks, we recommend you take a look at the Mercedes-Benz SLK. The Mercedes offers an interesting mix of performance and luxury. It also has a retractable hardtop, making it more of an all-weather car.
2001 Porsche 911 Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Braking | Rear-seat room/comfort |
| Acceleration | Control layout |
| Build quality | Cargo room |
| Exterior finish | Noise |
| Steering/handling | Entry/exit |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
All 911s put down considerable power without drama and have terrific thrust for any need. Test 6-speed Cabrio ran 0-60 mph in 5.6 sec. despite sharp clutch takeup that made for ragged low-rpm launches. Porsche's claim of just 4.2 sec. 0-60 mph for the Turbo with 6-speed manual seems valid. Optional automatic transmission shifts crisply and intuitively, downshifting automatically under hard braking.
| Carrera 4 cpe, man. | Carrera conv, man. | Turbo, man. | Class Average |
| 8 | 8 | 10 | 7.7 |
All 911s put down considerable power without drama and have terrific thrust for any need. Test 6-speed Cabrio ran 0-60 mph in 5.6 sec. despite sharp clutch takeup that made for ragged low-rpm launches. Porsche's claim of just 4.2 sec. 0-60 mph for the Turbo with 6-speed manual seems valid. Optional automatic transmission shifts crisply and intuitively, downshifting automatically under hard braking.
Fuel Economy
Test Cabrio averaged 20.3 mpg, test Carrera 4 coupe 17.2. Premium fuel required.
| Carrera 4 cpe, man. | Carrera conv, man. | Turbo, man. | Class Average |
| 4 | 5 | 3 | 4.7 |
Test Cabrio averaged 20.3 mpg, test Carrera 4 coupe 17.2. Premium fuel required.
Ride Quality
Extremely firm, but not jarring despite high-speed tires, handling-oriented damping, and a short wheelbase. Turbo's lower-profile tires are a bit harsher over bumps.
| Carrera 4 cpe, man. | Carrera conv, man. | Turbo, man. | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 2 | 3.5 |
Extremely firm, but not jarring despite high-speed tires, handling-oriented damping, and a short wheelbase. Turbo's lower-profile tires are a bit harsher over bumps.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Balanced, confident, grippy and stable despite aft weight bias of rear-engine layout. Quick communicative steering, but test Carrera 2 Cabrio felt a bit wayward in hard takeoffs and strong crosswinds. Turbos handle as if on rails.
| Carrera 4 cpe, man. | Carrera conv, man. | Turbo, man. | Class Average |
| 10 | 9 | 10 | 7.8 |
Balanced, confident, grippy and stable despite aft weight bias of rear-engine layout. Quick communicative steering, but test Carrera 2 Cabrio felt a bit wayward in hard takeoffs and strong crosswinds. Turbos handle as if on rails.
Quietness
Lots of engine and tire noise at highway speeds, but no more than most high-performance sports cars. Cabrio's power soft top seals well, but allows more wind rush than the coupe's solid roof.
| Carrera 4 cpe, man. | Carrera conv, man. | Turbo, man. | Class Average |
| 3 | 2 | 3 | 3.6 |
Lots of engine and tire noise at highway speeds, but no more than most high-performance sports cars. Cabrio's power soft top seals well, but allows more wind rush than the coupe's solid roof.
Controls
Clear, racy-looking gauges, but climate and audio controls are cryptically marked, haphazardly arrayed. Navigation system is overly complicated and frustrating. Cabin materials not ostentatious, but are high-grade.
| Carrera 4 cpe, man. | Carrera conv, man. | Turbo, man. | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 5.2 |
Clear, racy-looking gauges, but climate and audio controls are cryptically marked, haphazardly arrayed. Navigation system is overly complicated and frustrating. Cabin materials not ostentatious, but are high-grade.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Low-slung cockpit requires crouch-and-crawl entry/exit for taller occupants, but has good space for them. Seats hug without binding and are long-haul supportive. Good basic driving position, but telescopic steering wheel should tilt too, and aft visibility difficult.
| Carrera 4 cpe, man. | Carrera conv, man. | Turbo, man. | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
Low-slung cockpit requires crouch-and-crawl entry/exit for taller occupants, but has good space for them. Seats hug without binding and are long-haul supportive. Good basic driving position, but telescopic steering wheel should tilt too, and aft visibility difficult.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Toddler-sized seat has split-fold backrests and is best used as a padded parcel hold.
| Carrera 4 cpe, man. | Carrera conv, man. | Turbo, man. | Class Average |
| 1 | 1 | 1 | .7 |
Toddler-sized seat has split-fold backrests and is best used as a padded parcel hold.
Cargo Room
Not much. A weekend's soft luggage fits in back, but the front compartment takes only a couple of gym bags. No glovebox, just a center console and some small bins for modest interior storage.
| Carrera 4 cpe, man. | Carrera conv, man. | Turbo, man. | Class Average |
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2.1 |
Not much. A weekend's soft luggage fits in back, but the front compartment takes only a couple of gym bags. No glovebox, just a center console and some small bins for modest interior storage.
Value within Class
Among the more practical high-performance sports cars, and iconic status makes any model a virtual no-lose long-run investment. Not for everyone, but 911s deliver a unique, satisfying driving experience.
| Carrera 4 cpe, man. | Carrera conv, man. | Turbo, man. | Class Average |
| 2 | 5 | 3 | 4 |
Among the more practical high-performance sports cars, and iconic status makes any model a virtual no-lose long-run investment. Not for everyone, but 911s deliver a unique, satisfying driving experience.
Total Score
| Carrera 4 cpe, man. | Carrera conv, man. | Turbo, man. | Class Average |
| 40 | 42 | 41 | 44.3 |
Scores for all Premium Sporty/performance Cars
| Low Score | 33 | |
| Average Score | 44 | |
| High Score | 59 |
2001 Porsche 911 Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 07/14/2006
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| Carrera 2-door coupe, manual | $66,500 | $57,532 | $765 |
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| Carrera 2-door coupe, automatic | $69,920 | $60,406 | $765 |
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| Carrera Cabriolet 2-door convertible, manual | $76,000 | $65,752 | $765 |
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| Carrera Cabriolet 2-door convertible, automatic | $79,420 | $68,626 | $765 |
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| Carrera 4 2-door coupe, manual | $72,000 | $62,292 | $765 |
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| Carrera 4 2-door coupe, automatic | $75,420 | $65,116 | $765 |
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| Carrera 4 Cabriolet 2-door convertible, manual | $81,500 | $70,502 | $765 |
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| Carrera 4 Cabriolet 2-door convertible, automatic | $84,920 | $73,356 | $765 |
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| Turbo 2-door coupe, manual | $111,000 | $96,037 | $765 |
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| Turbo 2-door coupe, automatic | $114,420 | $98,911 | $765 |
Price note: Turbo add Gas Guzzler Tax $1300. Optional air transportation: $2250 (Carrera and Carrera 4), $4075 (Turbo).
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Carrera
Powertrain
3.4-liter dohc 6-cylinder engine, 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning w/automatic climate control, interior air filter, variable-assist power steering, telescoping leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, partial leather upholstery, front bucket seats w/manual height adjustment and power recliners, center console, split folding rear seat, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/cassette, digital clock, tachometer, power sunroof (coupe), power convertible top (convertible), rear defogger, intermittent wipers w/heated washer nozzles, illuminated visor mirrors.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, removable hardtop (convertible), rear spoiler, front and rear fog lights, 205/50ZR17 front and 255/40ZR17 rear tires, alloy wheels.
Carrera 4
Powertrain
All-wheel drive, traction control.
Turbo adds to Carrera 4:
Powertrain
3.6-liter dohc 6-cylinder turbocharged engine.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Full leather upholstery, power front seats, driver-seat and mirror memory, power trunk release, trip computer, rear wiper.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Xenon headlights, sport chassis, 225/40ZR18 front tires, 295/30ZR18 rear tires.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Comfort Pkg.
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Carrera, Carrera 4
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$2,090
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$1,756
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Dual power front seats, driver-seat memory.
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Technic Pkg.
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Carrera/Carrera 4 coupe
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$2,190
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$1,840
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convertibles
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$2,430
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$2,041
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AM/FM/CD player, Hi-Fi Sound System, trip computer, CD shelf (convertible), wind deflector (convertible), Litronic headlights, headlight washers. NA w/PCM Information/Navigation System
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Advanced Technic Pkg.
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Carrera/Carrera 4 coupe
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$3,125
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$2,625
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convertibles
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$3,325
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$2,793
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CD changer, Hi-Fi Sound System, digital sound processor, trip computer, CD shelf (convertible), wind deflector (convertible), Litronic headlights, headlight washers.
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Safety |
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Antiskid system
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Carrera
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$1,215
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$1,025
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Includes traction control.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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PCM Information/Navigation System
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Carrera, Carrera 4, Turbo
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$3,540
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$2,986
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Global positioning navigation system w/separate CD-ROM drive, on-board computer, climate control indicator.
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Power front seats
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Carrera, Carrera 4
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$1,520
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$1,298
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Includes driver seat memory.
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Power lumbar adjustment (per seat)
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Turbo
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$375
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$320
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Heated front seats
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Carrera, Carrera 4
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$400
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$341
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Full-leather upholstery
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Carrera, Carrera 4
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$3,215
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$2,712
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Digital sound processor
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Turbo
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$575
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$484
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AM/FM/CD player
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Turbo
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$345
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$293
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NA w/PCM Information/Navigation System.
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6-disc CD changer
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Turbo
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$705
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$594
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Automatic day/night rearview and driver-side mirrors
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Carrera, Carrera 4, Turbo
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$690
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$587
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Includes rain-sensing wipers.
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Rear wiper
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Carrera/Carrera 4 coupe
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$335
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$283
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Park assist system
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Carrera, Carrera 4, Turbo
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$520
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$444
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Luggage rack
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Carrera/Carrera 4 coupe
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$390
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$329
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Sport Chassis
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Carrera/Carrera 4 coupe
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$690
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$589
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Sport suspension.
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High Gloss Turbo-Look alloy wheels
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Carrera, Carrera 4
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$2,160
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$1,821
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Includes 225/40ZR18 front tires, 265/35ZR18 rear tires.
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2001 Porsche 911 Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Porsche 911 2-door coupe | Porsche 911 2-door convertible |
| Wheelbase, in. | 92.6 | 92.6 |
| Overall Length, in. | 174.5 | 174.5 |
| Overall Width, in. | 69.5 | 69.5 |
| Overall Height, in. | 51.4 | 51.4 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 2910 | 3075 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 11.7 | 11.7 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 16.9 | 16.9 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 38.0 | 38.0 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 41.6 | 41.6 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | -- | -- |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | -- | -- |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc H6 | Turbocharged dohc H6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.4 /207 | 3.6 /220 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 300 @ 6800 | 415 @ 6000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 258 @ 4600 | 415 @ 2700 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 6-speed manual | 17/25 | 15/22 |
| 5-speed automatic | 16/25 | 15/22 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Porsche 911 2-door coupe | Porsche 911 2-door convertible |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | None/-- | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 4/50,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 10/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 4/50,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
Germany
Drivewheels:
all-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive
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