Pros: Impeccable build quality; surgically precise driving experience; broad range of model offerings and options
Cons: Steep prices skyrocket even higher as options are added; cozy, low-slung cockpit can make entry and exit difficult; road noise
CG Says: The Porsche 911 gets new engines for its base models in 2017. The naturally aspirated 3.4- and 3.8-liter engines of the Carrera and Carrera S have been replaced by a turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder. Styling is revised, but looks similar to its predecessor. In any of its many forms, the Porsche 911 is an absolutely thrilling car to drive. Precise handling, exceptional craftsmanship, and intoxicating engines are all hallmarks. Unfortunately, so are stratospheric prices. Few automobiles of any stripe, though, can blend daily-driver livability and supercar handling the way the 911 can.
| Class | Premium Sporty Performance Car |
| Body Style(s) | 2-door coupe, 2-door convertible |
| Passenger Count | 4 |
| Drive Wheels | rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Porsche |
| Nation of Manufacture | Germany |
| Base Prices | Carrera Coupe: $89,400 Carrera Cabriolet: $101,700 AWD Carrera 4 Coupe: $96,300 AWD Carrera 4 Cabriolet: $108,600 Carrera S Coupe: $103,400 Carrera S Cabriolet: $115,700 AWD Carrera 4S Coupe: $110,300 AWD Carrera 4S Cabriolet: $122,600 AWD Targa 4 Coupe: $108,600 AWD Targa 4S Coupe: $122,600 AWD Turbo Coupe: $159,200 AWD Turbo Cabriolet: $171,500 AWD Turbo S Coupe: $188,100 AWD Turbo S Cabriolet: $200,400 |
| Base Engine turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder |
| Horsepower 370 (420 in Carrera S) |
| Std. Transmission 7-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 7-speed automated manual |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 19-22 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 27-30 |
| Optional Engine turbocharged 3.8-liter 6-cylinder |
| Horsepower 540 (580 in Turbo S) |
| Std. Transmission 7-speed automated manual |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 19 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 24 |
