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2012 Porsche 911
The new Porsche 911 is a Super Sports offered in a 2D Convertible body style. Available in Australia from $229,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Carrera variant and topping out at $294,250 for the Carrera S.
There are 2 variants of the 911 available in Australia.
Engine options include 3.4L petrol direct injection (257kW/390Nm) and 3.8L petrol direct injection (294kW/440Nm). All variants feature manual transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 2012 911 is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$229,900 - $294,250†
Transmission
7-speed Auto (DCT) or 7-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Convertible or Coupe
Powertrain Type
Combustion
Retail Price
$229,900 - $294,250†
Transmission
7-speed Auto (DCT) or 7-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Convertible or Coupe
Powertrain Type
Combustion
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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
2012 Porsche 911
Available Variants
The Porsche 911 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Carrera and the most expensive being Carrera S.
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Power to Weight
166.34 - 200 kW/t
127.72 kW/t
326.98 kW/t
Boot Space
135 litres
100 litres
460 litres
Fuel Efficiency
8.2 - 9.7 L/100km
7.8 L/100km
17.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
660 - 780 km
488 km
897 km
Price
$229,900 - $294,250
$177,800
$789,000
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 7 years
2 years
7 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,795 - 1,905 kg
1,795 kg
2,750 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
118 - 122 mm
118 mm
123 mm
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Dimensions
4,491 mm
1,808 mm
1,303 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,491 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,808 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,303 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm |
| Load Capacity | 340 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Porsche 911 is the Carrera that starts from $229,900.
See all Porsche 911 PricingThe most expensive Porsche 911 is the Carrera S that starts from $294,250.
See all Porsche 911 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Porsche 911 is null kg offered by the following variants: Carrera and Carrera S.
See all Porsche 911 towing capacityThe largest Porsche 911 is the Carrera which measures 1808mm wide, 4491mm in length and sits 1303mm tall.
The most powerful Porsche 911 is the Carrera S which has 294kW of power from its 3.8L Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Porsche 911 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Porsche 911 is the Carrera S which weighs 1905 kg (kerb weight).
The Porsche 911 uses Premium Unleaded.
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