Carrera
3.6L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Roadster, Petrol, RWD
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Porsche 911 Carrera (2008) price & specs
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Carrera
Overview
The 2008 Porsche 911 Carrera is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Roadster that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a 997. The Porsche 911 is regarded as a Super Sports built in Germany with prices starting at $226,700 before on-road costs.
This Porsche 911 is powered by a 3.6L 6-cylinder engine that has 239 kW of power (at 6800 rpm) and 370 Nm of torque (at 4250 rpm) via a Five-speed Automatic transmission. Porsche claims the 911 Carrera uses 11.6L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 275g of CO2. It has a 64L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 552km per full tank
The Porsche 911 measures 1310mm (51.6 inches) in height, 4427mm (174.3 inches) in length, 1808mm (71.2 inches) in width with a 2350mm (92.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1520kg (3351.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The 911 Carrera comes standard with 235/40 R18 front tyres and 265/40 R18 rear tyres. It has a 24 month, unlimited km warranty.
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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
Price
$201,000 - $425,700
$201,000
$505,691
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 7 years
2 years
7 years
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Dimensions
4,427 mm
1,808 mm
1,310 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,427 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,808 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,350 mm |
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Explore Porsche 911 Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
Emission Control Level Co2 Level Combined: 275
Emission Control Level Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Engine Bore: 96
Engine Cc: 3596
Engine Compression Ratio: 11.3
Engine Configuration: Horizontal
Engine Liters: 3.6
Engine Location: Rear
Engine Number Of Cylinders: 6
Engine Number Of Valves Per Cylinder: 4
Engine Stroke: 82.8
Engine Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Engine Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Fuel Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type Octane No: 98
Fuel System
Fuel Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Fuel Tanks Main Capacity Gal: 16.9
Fuel Tanks Main Capacity L: 64
Fuel Tanks Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
Computer
Computer Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer Average Speed: yes
Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer Range For Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Combined L100km: 11.6
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Combined Mpg: 20
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy Adr8102 L100km: 11.6
Performance
Performance Acceleration0 To100 Km H: 5.7
Performance Maximum Speed Km H: 280
Performance Maximum Speed Mph: 174
Power
Power Maximum Power Hp Ps: 325
Power Maximum Power Kw: 239
Power Maximum Torque Nm: 370
Power Measurement Standard: EEC
Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6800
Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4250
Drive
Drive Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Electronic Traction Control Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Transmission Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Transmission Manual Mode: yes
Transmission Number Of Speeds: 5
Transmission Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Transmission Type: Automatic
Abs
Abs Four Wheel Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Disc Brakes Number Of: 4
Disc Brakes Number Of Ventilated Discs: 4
Power Steering
Power Steering Variable Rack: yes
Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Height Adjustment: yes
Steering Wheel Multi Function: yes
Steering Wheel Sports: yes
Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Responsive Suspension
Responsive Suspension Driver Selectable: yes
Suspension
Suspension Front Location: Front
Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Suspension Front Type: Strut
Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Rear Location: Rear
Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Suspension Rear Type: Multi-Link
Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Wheels Tire Front Location: Front
Wheels Tire Front Profile: 40
Wheels Tire Front Speed Rating: Z
Wheels Tire Front Width: 235
Wheels Tire Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Tire Rear Profile: 40
Wheels Tire Rear Speed Rating: Z
Wheels Tire Rear Width: 265
Wheels
Wheels Front Location: Front
Wheels Front Rim Diameter Inch: 18
Wheels Front Rim Type: Alloy
Wheels Front Rim Width Inch: 8
Wheels Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Rear Rim Diameter Inch: 18
Wheels Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Wheels Rear Rim Width Inch: 10
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Roadster
Platform Code: 997
Non Corrosive Body
Non Corrosive Body Location: Part
Non Corrosive Body Type: Alloy
Spoiler
Spoiler Trunk Hatch Location: Boot/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Color: Painted
Front Location: Front
Rear Color: Painted
Rear Location: Rear
External Dimensions
External Dimensions Front Track In: 58.5
External Dimensions Front Track Mm: 1486
External Dimensions Overall Height In: 51.6
External Dimensions Overall Height Mm: 1310
External Dimensions Overall Length In: 174.3
External Dimensions Overall Length Mm: 4427
External Dimensions Overall Width In: 71.2
External Dimensions Overall Width Mm: 1808
External Dimensions Rear Track In: 60.4
External Dimensions Rear Track Mm: 1534
External Dimensions Wall To Wall Turning Circle Ft: 35.8
External Dimensions Wall To Wall Turning Circle Mm: 10900
External Dimensions Wheelbase In: 92.5
External Dimensions Wheelbase Mm: 2350
Doors
Doors Driver Location: Driver
Doors Driver Type: Front Hinged
Doors Passenger Location: Passenger
Doors Passenger Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Headlight Control Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
Type: Gloss
Convertible Rollover Protection
Roof Convertible Rollover Protection Type: Concealed System
Convertible Roof
Convertible Roof Hard Glass Rear Window: yes
Convertible Roof Hard Operation: Removable
Convertible Roof Hard Type: Hard
Convertible Roof Soft Glass Rear Window: yes
Convertible Roof Soft Operation: Electric
Convertible Roof Soft Type: Soft
Door Mirrors Cameras
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Color: Painted
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Heated: yes
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Location: Driver
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Color: Painted
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Heated: yes
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Location: Passenger
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Headlight Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Power Windows Front Location: Front
Power Windows Front Number Of Express: 2
Power Windows Rear Location: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Intermittent Wipe: Variable
Weights
Published Kerb Weight Kg: 1520
Published Kerb Weight Lbs: 3351
Antenna
Antenna Type: Diversity
Audio System
System Cd Player Reads Mp3: yes
System Disc Autochanger: yes
System Disc Autochanger Capacity: 6
System In Dash Cd: yes
System Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Disc Player Boot Capacity: 6
Disc Player Boot Location: Boot
Speakers
Speaker Number Of Speakers: 13
Entertainment Display Screen
Ent Display Screen Front Screen Location: Front
Memorized Adjustment
Memorized Adjustment Door Mirror Position: yes
Memorized Adjustment Number Of Driver Seat Positions: 5
Memorized Adjustment Number Of Passenger Seat Positions: 5
Parking Distance System
Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
Power Outlet12v
Power Outlet Front Location12v: Front
Reading Lights
Reading Lights Front Location: Front
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Remote Trunk Hatch Release Operation: Remote Control
Vanity Mirror
Vanity Mirror Driver Illuminated: yes
Vanity Mirror Driver Location: Driver
Vanity Mirror Passenger Illuminated: yes
Vanity Mirror Passenger Location: Passenger
Floor Mats
Floor Mats Material: Textile
Luxury Trim
Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim On Doors: Leather
Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim On Shift Lever Skirt: Leather
Front Airbag
Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Operation: Reel
Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Front Seat Belts Driver Type: 3-Point
Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seat Belts Passenger Operation: Reel
Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Rear Seat Belts Driver Operation: Reel
Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Rear Seat Belts Driver Type: 3-Point
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Operation: Reel
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Side Airbag Front Location: Front
Front Seat
Front Seat Driver Electrically Adjustable: yes
Front Seat Driver Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Driver Height Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Driver Location: Driver
Front Seat Driver Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Driver Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Front Seat Driver Reclining: yes
Front Seat Driver Tilt Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Driver Type: Bucket
Front Seat Passenger Electrically Adjustable: yes
Front Seat Passenger Height Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Passenger Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Passenger Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Front Seat Passenger Reclining: yes
Front Seat Passenger Tilt Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Passenger Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Vinyl
Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Seating Capacity: 4
Cup Holders
Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders Front Seats Type: Pop Out
Air Conditioning
Aircon Climate Control Number Of Zones: 1
Aircon Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Ventilation System Digital Display: yes
Ventilation System Micro Filter: yes
Anti Theft Protection
Anti Theft Protection Anti Lift: yes
Anti Theft Protection Interior Monitoring: yes
Anti Theft Protection Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Power Locks Includes Power Windows: yes
Power Locks Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Power Locks Operation: Remote
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