One of the staples of the Coupe segment is the Porsche 911. In the previous model year released a brand new version of the 911 with six versions: Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, Carrera S, Targa 4, and Targa 4S. Sales for the 911, especially the 911 Targa 4, were brisk during 2009 and 2010. The improved vehicle quality and the classic styling were responsible for the sales boost.

Porsche 911 Engine Specs

The 911 Targa 4 is equipped with a Porsche 3.6 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a N/A 6-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Porsche.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The 911 has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Fuel is handled for the 911 is a Bosch Motronic SDI 3.1 design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 12-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the 911 Targa 4 are inches wide by inches long. It sits a comfortable inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

The listed retail price in 2009 (MSRP) was an industry-average price, with an invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The 911 Targa 4 received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.

In 2008 and 2009 the 911 Targa 4 was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.

Conclusion

The 2009 model year was telling year for the Porsche 911. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Targa 4 version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..

Tags: 2-Door, Coupe, Porsche 911, Targa 4, United States market

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