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2008 Porsche 911
The 2008 Porsche 911 is a sport. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $200,000 for the Carrera variant and topping out at $450,000 for the GT2 variant.
There are 12 variants of the 911 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2007.
The 2008 911 was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Porsche 911 include 3.6L horizontal 6-cylinder (239kW/370Nm), 3.6L horizontal 6-cylinder (305kW/405Nm), 3.6L horizontal 6-cylinder turbo (353kW/620Nm), 3.6L horizontal 6-cylinder turbo (390kW/680Nm) and 3.8L horizontal 6-cylinder (261kW/400Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual, 5-speed automatic with manual mode or 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. Both rear-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $200,000 - $450,000†
- Transmission
- 5 or 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Convertible or Coupe
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $200,000 - $450,000†
- Transmission
- 5 or 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Convertible or Coupe
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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2008 Porsche 911
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2008 Porsche 911
Available Variants
The Porsche 911 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Carrera and the most expensive being GT2.
Carrera
Price from $200,000†
Carrera 4
Price from $215,000†
Carrera S
Price from $225,000†
Targa 4
Price from $235,000†
Targa
Price from $235,000†
Carrera 4s
Price from $240,000†
Targa 4s
Price from $260,000†
GT3
Price from $270,000†
Gt3 Rs
Price from $310,000†
Base
Price from $320,000†
Turbo
Price from $340,000†
GT2
Price from $450,000†
2008 Porsche 911
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Power to Weight
144.85 - 257.43 kW/t
142.48 kW/t
257.43 kW/t
Boot Space
105 - 195 litres
100 litres
450 litres
Fuel Efficiency
11.2 - 13.6 L/100km
11.1 L/100km
16.6 L/100km
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
2 years
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Carrera
2026
$299,000
Carrera T
2026
$321,900
Carrera S
2026
$340,900
Targa S
2026
$375,000
Carrera Gts
2026
$378,800
Targa Gts
2026
$426,900
GT3
2026
$448,900
Spirit 70
2026
$525,000
Year
2026
Engine Type
3.0L Combustion
3.6L Mhev
4.0L Combustion
Fuel
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Manual
Body Type
Coupe
Convertible
Targa
Number of Doors
2 Doors
Drivetrain
Rear
4x4
Maximum Power
290 kW
353 kW
398 kW
357 kW
375 kW
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2008 Porsche 911
Dimensions
4,427 mm
1,808 mm
1,310 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,427 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,808 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,350 mm |
| Load Capacity | 340 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2008 Porsche 911
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Porsche 911 is the Carrera variant that starts from $200,000.
See all Porsche 911 PricingThe most expensive Porsche 911 is the GT2 variant that starts from $450,000.
See all Porsche 911 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Porsche 911 is 0 kg shared by all variants.
See all Porsche 911 towing capacityThe largest Porsche 911 is the Carrera 4 variant which measures 1852mm wide, 4427mm in length and sits 1310mm tall.
The most powerful Porsche 911 is the GT2 variant which has 390kW of power and 680nm of torque.
The Porsche 911 is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Porsche 911 is the Turbo variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2000 kg.
The Porsche 911 uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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