2011 Porsche 911 Turbo

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Rating8.1

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$135,500 - $172,100
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Impressive reflexes and braking prowess

Stingy with standard comfort features

New Turbo S trim

Gut punching performance

Limited fuel storage capacity

Default iPod/USB interface and Bluetooth

Stunning design and luxurious interior

Needs a bigger trunk

Introduction of new packages

Specs & Features

$146,800

price

500 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

480 lb.-ft. @ 1950 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

3.8L 6cyl AWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2011 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe is a midsize coupe offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $135,500. For that price, it mainly competes with the Audi R8 Coupe. Meanwhile, the Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS Coupe is the most expensive rival whereas the Jaguar XK XKR Coupe is the most affordable challenger. Between two trims, the 911 Turbo offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 3.8L Twin-Turbo Flat-6 engine making 500 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, the same engine also makes 530 horsepower with Turbo S trim specifications. Both versions of this engine come standard with a 6-speed manual transmission however, a 7-speed PDK transmission is optional on the base Turbo. The 911 Turbo reaches 60 mph from zero in 3.2 seconds with the base engine which gets pumped up to 3.0 seconds in the Turbo S. Regardless of the output, the Porsche 911 Turbo manages a combined fuel economy of 19 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 17-striking color the 911 Turbo comes in and really pulls you towards itself.

Buying Advice

We advise sticking with the base Turbo trim even though it hides the lower output version of the twin-turbo engine. Meanwhile, unlike the upper S trim which comes with only a 7-speed PDK setup, it is available with both transmission options. That said, you should also pay attention to the heated and ventilated front seats, park assist system, Porsche ceramic composite brakes, and the Infotainment Package.

Trims

    Base
    $135,500 onwards
    • Dual 12.3-inch driver info and infotainment displays
    S
    $160,700 onwards
    • Heated seat
    • Heated steering wheel
    • Navigation system

Compare to similar cars

Price

$135,500- $172,100

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.13

Horsepower

530 hp @ 6250 rpm

Torque

516 lb.-ft. @ 2100 rpm

Capacity

4

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$208,295- $223,295

Gasoline

6.79

490 hp @ 6500 rpm

420 lb.-ft. @ 5750 rpm

4

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$268,660- $286,739

Gasoline

7.9

510 hp @ 6500 rpm

420 lb.-ft. @ 5750 rpm

2

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$184,615- $209,651

Gasoline

8.09

470 hp @ 6000 rpm

443 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

4

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$267,000- $280,400

Gasoline

8.68

621 hp @ 6000 rpm

590 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

2

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$110,300

Gasoline

7.88

638 hp @ 6500 rpm

604 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm

2

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$74,375

Gasoline

7.62

505 hp @ 6300 rpm

470 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

2

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$49,045- $54,045

Gasoline

8.04

430 hp @ 5900 rpm

424 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

2

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$202,000- $253,095

Gasoline

8.76

552 hp @ 8000 rpm

398 lb.-ft. @ 6500 rpm

2

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$183,000

Gasoline

6.75

563 hp @ 6800 rpm

479 lb.-ft. @ 4750 rpm

2

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2011 Porsche 911 Turbo vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    3.4 sec11.7 sec165 mph
    3.15 sec11.5 sec188 mph
    3.32 sec--
    3.5 sec11.4 sec-
    3.6 sec--
    3.6 sec--

    2011 Porsche 911 Turbo vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      17 mpg24 mpg19 mpg17.7 gal.283.2/424.8 mi.
      19 mpg25 mpg21 mpg16.9 gal.304.2/422.5 mi.
      18 mpg26 mpg21 mpg19 gal.342/494 mi.
      15 mpg26 mpg19 mpg18 gal.288/468 mi.
      16 mpg26 mpg19 mpg18 gal.288/468 mi.
      15 mpg24 mpg18 mpg18 gal.270/432 mi.

      2011 Porsche 911 Turbo vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        176.3 in.72.9 in.51.2 in.4.3 in.92.5 in.

        2011 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 63

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        200.2 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5 in.116.3 in.

        2011 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 65

        Ranked #2

        199.4 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5 in.116.3 in.
        189.1 in.76.6 in.54.3 in.4.5 in.108.1 in.
        185.9 in.75 in.50.4 in.4 in.107.9 in.
        185.5 in.74 in.50 in.4.5 in.108 in.

        2011 Porsche 911 Turbo vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          4.8 cu.ft.-4.8 cu.ft.
          10.6 cu.ft.177.8 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.
          22.4 cu.ft.52 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.
          22.4 cu.ft.52 cu.ft.85 cu.ft.
          13.1 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.74.7 cu.ft.
          6.6 cu.ft.78 cu.ft.6.6 cu.ft.

          2011 Porsche 911 Turbo vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            5.1 cu.ft.4.8 cu.ft.4.8 cu.ft.-
            35.9 cu.ft.6.6 cu.ft.6.6 cu.ft.-
            28.3 cu.ft.4.8 cu.ft.4.8 cu.ft.-
            44.8 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.79 ft.
            6.2 cu.ft.6.2 cu.ft.6.2 cu.ft.-
            65.7 cu.ft.6.6 cu.ft.6.6 cu.ft.-

            2011 Porsche 911 Turbo vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              914 lbs.3461 lbs.
              -3549 lbs.
              992 lbs.3186 lbs.
              840 lbs.3829 lbs.
              1121 lbs.4940 lbs.
              699 lbs.3232 lbs.

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