DecodedCars2012 Porsche New 911 Carrera
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2012 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Engines
- 3.4L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 20 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2012 Porsche New 911 Carrera is a minicompact car offered with 2 engines (3.4L 6-cyl and 3.8L 6-cyl) and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 28 highway), 4% better than the 2012 minicompact car average of 22.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New 911 Carrera | 3.4L 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | +4% | $3,550 | 386 |
| New 911 Carrera Cabriolet | 3.4L 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | +4% | $3,550 | 386 |
| New 911 Carrera | 3.4L 6-cyl | Manual 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | -1% | $3,750 | 404 |
| New 911 Carrera Cabriolet | 3.4L 6-cyl | Manual 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | -1% | $3,750 | 404 |
| New 911 Carrera S | 3.8L 6-cyl | Manual 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | -1% | $3,750 | 404 |
| New 911 Carrera S | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | -1% | $3,750 | 404 |
| New 911 Carrera S Cabriolet | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | -1% | $3,750 | 404 |
| New 911 Carrera S Cabriolet | 3.8L 6-cyl | Manual 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | -5% | $3,900 | 423 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2012 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2012 Porsche New 911 Carrera.
Similar 2012 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Porsche New 911 Carrera (this car) | 23 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2012 Porsche 911 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2012 Jaguar XK | 19 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Porsche New 911 Carrera.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2012 Porsche New 911 Carrera is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2012 Porsche New 911 Carrera in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2012 Porsche New 911 Carrera buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2012 Porsche New 911 Carrera. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Porsche. How we calculate this →