Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
In 2008 facelift for the Porsche 911 – 997, also known as the 997.2, was a serious improvement over the 2004 model. It brought changes in all departments: from the exterior to the engine.
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 as well.
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. A new design for the door mirrors was adopted.
As any premium or sports convertible, the Carrera S Cabriolet featured a power-roof, which could cover and uncover the car in 20 seconds. The interior featured a new PCM (Porsche Communication Management), which supported the Apple CarPlay. For Android users, there was an app to download, but it didn't work as well as the iOS systems.
The Carrera S Cabriolet featured a 3.8-liter engine that cranked up 385 hp, It was mated as standard to a 6-speed manual and a 7-speed automatic PDK (dual-clutch) was on the options list. The PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management) was fitted as standard.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.8L 6MT (385 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | H6 |
Displacement: | 3800 cm3 |
Power: | 283 KW @ 6500 RPM 385 HP @ 6500 RPM 380 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 310 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 420 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 187.7 mph (302 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear 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: | 235/35 ZR19 || 295/30 ZR19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.6 in (4435 mm) |
Width: | 71.2 in (1808 mm) |
Height: | 51.2 in (1300 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.5/59.7 in (1,486/1,516 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 92.5 in (2350 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.3 in (109 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 4.8 cuFT (136 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3274 lbs (1485 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4167 lbs (1890 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 14.5 mpg US (16.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 21.8 mpg US (10.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 254 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.8L 7AT (385 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | H6 |
Displacement: | 3800 cm3 |
Power: | 283 KW @ 6500 RPM 385 HP @ 6500 RPM 380 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 310 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 420 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 186 mph (299 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear 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: | 235/35 ZR19 || 295/30 ZR19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.6 in (4435 mm) |
Width: | 71.2 in (1808 mm) |
Height: | 51.2 in (1300 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.5/59.7 in (1,486/1,516 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 92.5 in (2350 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.3 in (109 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 4.8 cuFT (136 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3340 lbs (1515 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4233 lbs (1920 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15.2 mpg US (15.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22.8 mpg US (10.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 242 g/km |