2015 Porsche 911 Targa

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Rating8.6
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$101,600 - $132,800
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

A wide array of customization options

Very little headroom for tall passengers

It gets an optional rear-view camera

The flat-6 engine delivers impeccable acceleration

Rear visibility is quite limited

Commendable fuel economy for a sports car

Incredible handling in the corners

Specs & Features

$101,600

price

350 hp @ 7400 rpm

horsepower

287 lb.-ft. @ 5600 rpm

torque

7-Speed Manual

transmission

3.4L 6cyl AWD 7M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2015 Porsche 911 Targa Convertible is a midsize convertible offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $102,595. Since there are no direct competitors, it mainly competes with the less expensive Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible. Indirect competitors from the compact convertible segment include Jaguar F-Type V8 S Convertible and the BMW M4 Convertible Between 2 trims, the 911 Targa Convertible offers 2 powertrain options. The base engine is a 3.4L flat-6 capable of making 350 horsepower and 287 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 3.8L flat 6 engine that comes standard on the 4S trim. This engine makes 400 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are mated to either a 7-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed automatic transmission. The 911 Targa Convertible reaches 60 MPH from zero in 4.9 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 4.3 seconds with the more powerful engine. The 911 Targa Convertible can manage a combined fuel economy between 22 MPG, irrespective of the engine. While we're on the topic of choices, the 14 striking colors the 911 Targa Convertible comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

The top-tier 4S trim with higher power output is a perfect choice if you want a 911 Targa. Also, it adds 20-inch wheels, adaptive suspension dampers, torque-vectoring rear differential, and a slightly lower ride height.

Trims

    4
    $101,600 onwards
    • 19-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Parking assist
    4S
    $116,200 onwards
    • 20-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Parking assist
    • Power Convertible top
    GTS 4
    $132,800 onwards
    • Engine: 3.8L 6cyl AWD 7M
    • Horsepower: 430 hp @ 7500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 325 lb.-ft. @ 5750 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.8 sec
    • Top Speed: 148 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$101,600- $132,800

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.62

Horsepower

430 hp @ 7500 rpm

Torque

325 lb.-ft. @ 5750 rpm

Capacity

4

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2015 Porsche 911 Targa vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    Source
    4.16 sec14.2 sec159 mph

    2015 Porsche 911 Targa vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      Source
      18 mpg26 mpg21 mpg18 gal.324/468 mi.

      2015 Porsche 911 Targa vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        Source
        176.8 in.72.9 in.51.1 in.4 in.96.5 in.

        2015 Porsche 911 Targa vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          Source
          5.6 cu.ft.93 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.

          2015 Porsche 911 Targa vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Source
            11 cu.ft.5.6 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.

            2015 Porsche 911 Targa vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              Source
              849 lbs.3395 lbs.

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