One of the staples of the Coupe segment is the Porsche 911. In the previous model year debuted a brand new version of the 911 with ten versions: Carrera 4, Turbo, GT2, GT3 RS, Carrera 4S, Carrera S, Targa 4, and Targa 4S. Sales for the 911, especially the 911 Carrera 4S, were brisk during 2008 and 2009. The improved vehicle quality and the modern styling were responsible for the boost in sales.

Performance

The 911 Carrera 4S is equipped with a Porsche 3.8 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.

The fuel system for the 2008 911 is a Bosch ME-7.8 design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 16.90 gallons.

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

911 Carrera 4S Statistics

The 911 is 175.60 inches long, 71.20 inches wide, and 51.20 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 92.50 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $83,800 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.

The standard warranty period for the 911 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2008 911 gets 24 - 25 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is average for a coupe car.

In Summary

There are several reasons why the Porsche 911 Carrera 4S sold well in 2008. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Porsche, specifically a 911.

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

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