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2008 Porsche 911
The 2008 Porsche 911 is a sport.
There are 8 variants of the 911 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2004.
The 2008 911 was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Porsche 911 include 3.6L horizontal 6-cylinder (239kW/370Nm), 3.6L horizontal 6-cylinder (305kW/405Nm), 3.6L horizontal 6-cylinder turbo (353kW/620Nm), 3.6L horizontal 6-cylinder turbo (390kW/680Nm) and 3.8L horizontal 6-cylinder (261kW/400Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual or 5-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. Both rear-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Driveaway
- N/Aâ€
- Transmission
- 5-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Convertible or Coupe
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Driveaway
- N/Aâ€
- Transmission
- 5-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Convertible or Coupe
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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2008 Porsche 911
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2008 Porsche 911
Available Variants
The Porsche 911 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Carrera and the most expensive being GT2.
2008 Porsche 911
News
Anthony Crawford
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Damion Smy
Porsche reveals its most powerful 911 ever
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Power to Weight
151.75 - 270.83 kW/t
145.16 kW/t
270.83 kW/t
Boot Space
175 litres
100 litres
450 litres
Fuel Efficiency
11.2 - 13.6 L/100km
11.1 L/100km
16.6 L/100km
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 8 years
1 year
8 years
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Carrera
2024
$310,808
Carrera
2026
$313,457
Carrera T
2024
$314,821
Targa
2024
$333,068
Carrera T
2026
$335,927
Carrera S
2026
$363,542
Carrera Gts
2024
$372,046
Targa S
2026
$410,988
Carrera Gts
2026
$413,928
Targa Gts
2026
$473,568
Gt3 Touring Package
2026
$473,582
GT3
2026
$473,582
Spirit 70
2026
$579,618
Turbo S
2026
$608,283
Year
2026
2024
Engine Type
3.0L Combustion
3.6L Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle
4.0L Combustion
3.7L Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle
Fuel
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Manual
Body Type
Coupe
Convertible
Targa
Number of Doors
2 Doors
Drivetrain
Rear
4x4
Maximum Power
290 kW
353 kW
398 kW
375 kW
523 kW
283 kW
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2008 Porsche 911
Dimensions
4,427 mm
1,808 mm
1,310 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,427 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,808 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,350 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Porsche 911
Sales Data
2024783Total Sales
2025724Total Sales
2026279YTD Sales
Porsche 911 Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Porsche 911 is the Carrera variant that starts from $201,000.
See all Porsche 911 PricingThe most expensive Porsche 911 is the GT2 variant that starts from $425,700.
See all Porsche 911 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Porsche 911 is 0 kg offered by the following variants: Carrera S and GT2.
See all Porsche 911 towing capacityThe largest Porsche 911 is the Carrera variant which measures 1852mm wide, 4427mm in length and sits 1310mm tall.
The most powerful Porsche 911 is the GT2 variant which has 390kW of power and 680nm of torque.
The Porsche 911 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The Porsche 911 uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
†Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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