2012 Porsche 911 GT2 RS

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$245,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Top quality interior and comfortable front seats

Monumental price tag

No major changes

Driving dynamics on par with Italian rivals

Subpar fuel storage capacity

Authoritative performance

Specs & Features

$245,000

price

620 hp @ 6500 rpm

horsepower

516 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

3.6L 6cyl RWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize convertible segment, the Porsche 911 GT2 RS Coupe is a true sports track car for enthusiasts. The 2012 Porsche 911 GT2 RS carries forwards unchanged this year while there is a new Porsche 911 launched in only Carrera and Carrera S trims. It is offered with a 3.6L Twin-Turbo Flat-6 engine and a 6-speed manual transmission, producing 620 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. The GT2 RS manages a 0-60 sprint of 3.3 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG. 

The 911 GT2 RS price starts off at an MSRP of $245,000. The 911 GT2 RS 2012 faces direct competition in the form of the Lamborghini Aventador Coupe, the Ferrari FF Coupe, and the Bentley Continental Supersports Coupe. For a real-world experience of this track beast, check out the video below by "CarRolodex1". Find out if the most powerful Porsche ever built is what gets your heart revving, or is it just too much.

Buying Advice

The 2012 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Coupe passes with flying colors when it comes to luxury and performance. It comes equipped with 19-inch wheels, carbon-ceramic brakes, carbon-fiber body panels, a rear limited-slip differential, and many other awesome features.

Trims

    Base
    $245,000 onwards
    • 21-inch silver aluminum Wheels

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Price

$245,000

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7

Horsepower

620 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

516 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

Capacity

4

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$189,915- $211,821

Gasoline

7.94

470 hp @ 6000 rpm

443 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

4

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Gasoline

7.63

430 hp @ 7900 rpm

316 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

2

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Gasoline

7.5

651 hp @ 8000 rpm

504 lb.-ft. @ 6000 rpm

4

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Gasoline

8.62

550 hp @ 8000 rpm

397 lb.-ft. @ 6500 rpm

2

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Gasoline

7.46

700 hp @ 8250 rpm

509 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm

2

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Gasoline

7.38

621 hp @ 4600 rpm

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

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Gasoline

6.88

536 hp @ 5500 rpm

590 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

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2012 Porsche 911 GT2 RS vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2.8 sec--
    2.8 sec10.5 sec-
    3.5 sec11.5 sec208 mph
    3.7 sec11.5 sec-
    3.78 sec--
    4.09 sec12.2 sec116 mph

    2012 Porsche 911 GT2 RS vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      16 mpg23 mpg19 mpg17.7 gal.283.2/407.1 mi.
      15 mpg22 mpg18 mpg23.8 gal.357/523.6 mi.
      13 mpg20 mpg15 mpg21.1 gal.274.3/422 mi.
      12 mpg20 mpg15 mpg23.8 gal.285.6/476 mi.
      12 mpg18 mpg14 mpg23.8 gal.285.6/428.4 mi.
      2012 Audi R8

      Ranked #4

      13 mpg20 mpg14 mpg23.8 gal.261.8/476 mi.

      2012 Porsche 911 GT2 RS vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        175.9 in.72.9 in.50.6 in.4 in.92.5 in.
        200.2 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5 in.116.3 in.
        199.4 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5 in.116.3 in.
        193.2 in.76.9 in.54.3 in.6 in.117.7 in.
        188.2 in.79.9 in.44.7 in.5.3 in.106.3 in.
        185.4 in.73.8 in.50 in.4.5 in.108.1 in.

        2012 Porsche 911 GT2 RS vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          3.7 cu.ft.-3.7 cu.ft.
          6.6 cu.ft.78 cu.ft.6.6 cu.ft.
          15.9 cu.ft.-28.2 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.-13.5 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.-13.5 cu.ft.
          2012 Audi R8

          Ranked #4

          3.5 cu.ft.-5.6 cu.ft.

          2012 Porsche 911 GT2 RS vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            3.7 cu.ft.3.7 cu.ft.3.7 cu.ft.-
            -3.9 cu.ft.--
            28.2 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.28.2 cu.ft.-
            13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.-
            65.7 cu.ft.6.6 cu.ft.6.6 cu.ft.-
            2012 Audi R8

            Ranked #6

            5.6 cu.ft.3.5 cu.ft.5.6 cu.ft.232 ft.

            2012 Porsche 911 GT2 RS vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              793 lbs.3075 lbs.
              2012 Audi R8

              Ranked #1

              551 lbs.3605 lbs.
              -4940 lbs.
              -4090 lbs.
              -4145 lbs.
              672 lbs.3472 lbs.

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