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Carrera S
3.8L, 7-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD
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Porsche 911 Carrera S (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Coupe that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a 991. The Porsche 911 is regarded as a Super Sports built in Germany with prices starting at $269,050 before on-road costs.
This Porsche 911 is powered by a 3.8L 6-cylinder engine that has 294 kW of power (at 7400 rpm) and 440 Nm of torque (at 5600 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Porsche claims the 911 Carrera S uses 8.7L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 205g of CO2. It has a 64L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 736km per full tank
The Porsche 911 measures 1295mm (51.0 inches) in height, 4491mm (176.8 inches) in length, 1808mm (71.2 inches) in width with a 2450mm (96.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1490kg (3284.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The 911 Carrera S comes standard with 245/30 R20 front tyres and 295/30 R20 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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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
1 - 8 years
1 year
8 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
1,295 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,491 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,808 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,295 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm |
| Load Capacity | 360 mm |
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Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 8.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 6.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 205
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 102.0
Engine (cc): 3800
Engine Configuration: Horizontal
Engine Code: Ma1.01
Engine (L): 3.8
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 77.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.9
Main Capacity (L): 64
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.1
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 736
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 457
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 33
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 27
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 8.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 12.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 23
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 19
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.7
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 302
Maximum Speed (mph): 188
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 400
Maximum Power (kW): 294
Maximum Torque (Nm): 440
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5600
Active Differential
Location: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 295
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: 991
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 4.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 135
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.6
Front Track (mm): 1538
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.6
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 118
Overall Height (in): 51.0
Overall Height (mm): 1295
Overall Length (in): 176.8
Overall Length (mm): 4491
Overall Width (in): 71.2
Overall Width (mm): 1808
Rear Track (in): 59.7
Rear Track (mm): 1516
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11100
Wheelbase (in): 96.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2450
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1850
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4079
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1490
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3285
Tare Weight (kg): 1450
Audio System
Brand Name: Bose
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 12
Bluetooth
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 30000
Distance (miles): 18641
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