Snapshot
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EPA Fuel Economy:
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City:
14
–
19
Highway:
22
–
26
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Available Engines:
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325-hp, 3.6-liter H-6 (premium)
355-hp, 3.8-liter H-6 (premium)
380-hp, 3.6-liter H-6 (premium)
444-hp, 3.6-liter H-6 (premium)
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| Available Transmissions: |
5-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
6-speed manual w/OD
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New or Notable
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 What We Like
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 What We Don't
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| • | Redesigned 911 Carrera and Carrera S coupes and cabriolets for 2005 | | • | More powerful 3.6- and 3.8-liter flat-six engines | | • | More potent Turbo S models | | • | Available Porsche Active Suspension Management |
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| + | Near-supercar performance of Turbo S | | + | Handling | | + | Maneuverability | | + | Stability | | + | Transmission operation | | + | Pedigree |
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| - | Ride comfort on rougher surfaces | | - | Price | | - | Minimal backseat space | | - | Cargo space |
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Vehicle Summary
Porsche's familiar 911 Carrera coupe gets a major makeover for 2005. Base 911 Carrera and 911 Carrera S models now get separate engines — rated at 325 and 355 horsepower, respectively. All models, including the Turbo S versions, have rear-mounted flat-six-cylinder engines.
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