2017 Porsche 911 Targa

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Rating8.1
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$108,600 - $138,200
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Standard all-wheel drive

Rear visibility is restricted

Revised standard and optional features list

Premium interior loaded with features

The engine is not as punchy as before

Quite a lot of customization options

Specs & Features

$108,600

price

370 hp @ 6500 rpm

horsepower

331 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

torque

7-Speed Manual

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 7M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2017 Porsche 911 Targa Convertible is a midsize convertible offered in 3 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $108,600. For that price, it indirectly competes with the Jaguar F-Type R Convertible, the Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 Convertible, and the BMW M4 Convertible. Except for the Merc, both rivals come from the compact convertible segment. Between 3 trims, the 911 Targa Convertible offers 2 powertrain options. The base engine is a 3.0L twin-turbocharged H6 capable of making 370 horsepower and 331 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a retuned version of the same engine standard on the 4S trim. This engine makes 420 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are mated to a 7-speed manual transmission however also get a 7-speed automatic transmission as optional. The 911 Targa Convertible reaches 60 MPH from zero in 3.6 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 3.3 seconds with the more powerful engine. The 911 Targa Convertible can manage a combined fuel economy between 22 and 24 MPG. While we're on the topic of choices, the 15 striking colors the 911 Targa Convertible comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

Our choice is the more powerful 4S version which offers a more connected driving experience. Apart from the standard features, we also recommend the Front Axle Lift System (+$2,590) and the Sport exhausts that cost you an additional $2,950.

Trims

    4
    $108,600 onwards
    • 4G LTE Wi-Fi capability
    • Active Torque Vectoring
    • Available EyeSight Driver Assist Technology
    • Available power moonroof
    • Available Starlink 8.0-inch Multimedia Navigation
    • Body-color rocker spoilers
    • Rear-Vision Camera
    • Sport Cloth upholstery with red stitching
    • Starlink 6.5-inch Multimedia Plus
    • Starlink 8.0-inch Multimedia Plus Infotainment
    • Subaru Starlink Multimedia with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    • Vehicle Dynamics Control
    4S
    $122,600 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 7M
    • Horsepower: 420 hp @ 6500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 368 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.88 sec
    • Top Speed: 160 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg
    GTS
    $138,200 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 7M
    • Horsepower: 450 hp @ 6500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 405 lb.-ft. @ 2150 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.73 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    GTS 4
    $138,200 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 1CVT
    • Horsepower: 450 hp @ 6500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 405 lb.-ft. @ 2150 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$108,600- $138,200

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.1

Horsepower

450 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

405 lb.-ft. @ 2150 rpm

Capacity

4

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$86,950- $110,800

Gasoline

8.32

362 hp @ 5000 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

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2017 Porsche 911 Targa vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.5 sec11 sec172 mph
    4.5 sec12.8 sec174 mph

    2017 Porsche 911 Targa vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      22 mpg28 mpg25 mpg16.9 gal.-
      20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg19.8 gal.396/554.4 mi.

      2017 Porsche 911 Targa vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        177.1 in.72.9 in.50.7 in.5 in.96.5 in.
        182.3 in.73.9 in.51.2 in.4 in.101.7 in.

        2017 Porsche 911 Targa vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          4.4 cu.ft.107 cu.ft.9.1 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.50.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.

          2017 Porsche 911 Targa vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            18 cu.ft.4.4 cu.ft.9.1 cu.ft.
            71.4 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.

            2017 Porsche 911 Targa vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
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              672 lbs.- -
              -3826 lbs.

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