Body style: Coupé (two-door)
Segment: Premium Coupe
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
In 2004, Porsche launched a new generation of its well-known Porsche 911. That generation was named 997 and it represented an important upgrade for the whole range, especially after the 2008 facelift.
After four years into production, a mid-life cycle refresh was ready for the market. Porsche had to improve its engines to make them cleaner and to respect the new pollution norms in Europe. It meant that it had to build its cars more fuel-efficient. As usual, the rest of the car suffered some minor changes too.
On the outside, the first difference was on the front bumper, where larger air-intakes were sculptured. The headlights were fitted with bi-xenon lamps while the running lights and taillights were fitted with LEDs as standard. The door mirrors were slightly redesigned. A new set of 18” light-alloy wheels was introduced for the Carrera 4. As usual, both versions S and 4S featured wider rear fenders.
Inside the car, on the center console, Porsche installed a new infotainment unit that featured a 6.5” touch-screen display. It featured an optional hard-drive navigation system and Bluetooth connectivity. An option for ventilated seats was added to the list.
The biggest change for the 2008 Carrera 4 was underneath the car. The Carrera 4 Cabriolet featured a 3.6-liter engine that cranked up 325 hp, 30 hp less than its 4S sibling, which had a 3.8-liter unit. A new, PDK 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox was installed on the car, replacing the older 6-speed automatic. For the braking system, the Carrera 4 was fitted with 330 mm (12.99”) discs in all corners.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.6L 6MT RWD (345 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | H6 |
Displacement: | 3614 cm3 |
Power: | 254 KW @ 6500 RPM 345 HP @ 6500 RPM 341 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 288 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 390 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 176.4 mph (284 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/40 ZR18 || 295/30 ZR18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.6 in (4435 mm) |
Width: | 72.9 in (1852 mm) |
Height: | 51.6 in (1311 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.6/60.9 in (1,488/1,547 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 92.5 in (2350 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.49 in (114 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 3.7 cuFT (105 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3186 lbs (1445 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4123 lbs (1870 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 14.8 mpg US (15.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 249 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.6L 7AT RWD (345 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | H6 |
Displacement: | 3614 cm3 |
Power: | 254 KW @ 6500 RPM 345 HP @ 6500 RPM 341 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 288 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 390 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 175 mph (282 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 7-speed automatic (PDK) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/40 ZR18 || 295/30 ZR18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.6 in (4435 mm) |
Width: | 72.9 in (1852 mm) |
Height: | 51.6 in (1311 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.6/60.9 in (1,488/1,547 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 92.5 in (2350 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.49 in (114 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 3.7 cuFT (105 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3285 lbs (1490 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4189 lbs (1900 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15.5 mpg US (15.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 33.1 mpg US (7.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 23.3 mpg US (10.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 237 g/km |