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2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe and Cabriolet Road & Track Test

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Khatir Soltani
OK, is it so obvious that I want one? I suppose that I'm hardly alone. If you're like most sports car enthusiasts, you want a 911 too. And the Carrera S just might be the best interpretation of the breed.

Specifications:

  • Price Range (Coupe - Cabriolet base MSRP): $115,650 - $129,900
  • Body Type: 2-door coupe, 2-door convertible
  • Layout: rear-engine, RWD
  • Engine: 355-hp, 295 lb-ft of torque, 3.8L, 24-valve, DOHC H-6
  • Transmission: 6-spd manual (opt 5-spd auto with manual mode)
  • Acceleration (0 - 100 km/h): 5.0 seconds
  • Top Speed: 280 km/h (175 mph)
  • Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
  • Cargo Cap (front trunk/rear seats folded): 135 L (4.8 cu ft) / 100 L (3.5 cu ft)
  • Curb Weight (estimated): 1,385 kg (3,053 lbs)
  • Fuel Economy (estimated city/hwy): 13.8 / 9.0 L/100 km (17 / 26 mpg)
  • Warranty (mo/km): 48 / 80,000 comprehensive
  • Direct Competitors: BMW M3, Chevrolet Corvette, Dodge Viper SRT-10, Ferrari F430, Jaguar XKR, Maserati Coupe, Mercedes-Benz SL
  • Web Site: www.porsche.com
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Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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