What Changed

A special edition 911 dubbed the Black Edition is offered for 2012. This limited production vehicle adds a number of standard features for less cost. Production is limited to 1,911 units worldwide.

Comparison to Prior Model

2012 Porsche 911 Carrera (997) Cabriolet 2011 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet
2012 Porsche 911 Carrera (997) Cabriolet 2011 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Price Range ($) $90,100 - $124,420 $88,800 - $117,220
Length (in) 175.8 175.8
Wheelbase (in) 92.52 92.52
Width (in) 72.9 72.9
Height (in) 51.6 51.6
Track (in) 58.5 58.5
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 307.1 307.1
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3263-3516 3186-3421
Legroom Total (in.)
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.)
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • AWD
  • RWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 3.6l H6 (345-bhp)
  • 3.8l H6 (385-bhp)
  • 3.8l H6 (408-bhp)
  • 3.6l H6 (345-bhp)
  • 3.8l H6 (385-bhp)
  • 3.8l H6 (408-bhp)
Transmissions M6, SM7 M6, SM7
City MPG 18-19 18-19
Highway MPG 25-27 25-27
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