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Targa topped. Image by Alisdair Suttie.

Targa topped
Despite bearing an illustrious name, the Targa is probably the least well known of all the Porsche 911s.

   


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Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 185
0-62 mph (seconds): 4.9

Urban mpg: 18.0
Extra urban mpg: 37.2
Combined mpg: 26.9
CO2 (g/km): 247


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4435
Height (mm): 1300
Width (mm): 1852
Wheelbase (mm): 2350
Gross weight (kg): 1920
Kerb weight (kg): 1540
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 67


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: Flat-six naturally aspirated petrol engine mounted at the rear.

Cubic capacity (cc): 3800
Bore x stroke (mm): 102.00 x 77.50
Valve gear: Four valves per cylinder (24v).
Max. power (bhp): 380 at 6500 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 309 at 4400 rpm

Transmission: Six-speed manual as standard. Twin-clutch 'PDK' transmission optional. 4S model has full-time four-wheel drive.


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: MacPherson strut with lateral control arm, gas shock absorber.

Rear: MacPherson strut with lateral control arm, gas shock absorber.

Steering: Power assisted rack and pinion, 2.8 turns lock-to-lock.

Turning circle diameter (m): 10.90

Brakes: Front: 330mm ventilated discs. Rear: 330mm discs.

Wheels: 19-inch alloys.

Tyres: 235/35 ZR19 front; 305/30 ZR19 rear.







 

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