2016 Porsche 911
US · Coupe · Two Seaters
The 2016 Porsche 911 is listed in the US market as a coupe with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 3.4L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 3.8L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 4.0L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 3.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
- Power
- 389 hp (290 kW)
- Torque
- 332 lb-ft (450 Nm)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Dual-clutch, Manual
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) combined
- Seating
- 4 seats
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 3.4L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 3.8L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 4.0L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 3.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 3.4 L to 4.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Power | 389 hp (290 kW) | |
| Torque | 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Performance
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 4.0 s | |
| Top speed | 183 mph (294 km/h) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Dual-clutch, Manual | |
| Gears | 6 to 7 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD |
Dimensions
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 178.8 in (4,542 mm) | |
| Width | 72.9 in (1,852 mm) | |
| Height | 51.1 in (1,298 mm) | |
| Wheelbase | 96.5 in (2,450 mm) |
Weight
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight | 3,373 lb (1,530 kg) |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) |
Capacity
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | |
| Doors | 2 |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Towing capacity, Payload, Ground clearance, Gross vehicle weight rating, Electric range, Battery capacity, Fuel tank, Cargo volume. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
37 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 911 Carrera · 3.4L · RWD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Carrera · 3.4L · RWD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Carrera 4 · 3.4L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Carrera 4 · 3.4L · 4WD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet · 3.4L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet · 3.4L · 4WD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Carrera 4 GTS · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Carrera 4 GTS · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Carrera 4S · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Carrera 4S · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Carrera Cabriolet · 3.4L · RWD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Carrera Cabriolet · 3.4L · RWD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Carrera GTS · 3.8L · RWD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Carrera GTS · 3.8L · RWD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet · 3.8L · RWD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet · 3.8L · RWD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Carrera S · 3.8L · RWD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Carrera S · 3.8L · RWD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Carrera S Cabriolet · 3.8L · RWD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Carrera S Cabriolet · 3.8L · RWD · 7-speed manual
- 911 GT3 · 3.8L · RWD · 7-speed dct
- 911 GT3 RS · 4.0L · RWD · 7-speed dct
- 911 R · 4.0L · RWD · 6-speed manual
- 911 Targa 4 · 3.4L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Targa 4 · 3.4L · 4WD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Targa 4 GTS · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Targa 4 GTS · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Targa 4S · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Targa 4S · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed manual
- 911 Turbo · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Turbo Cabriolet · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Turbo S · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
- 911 Turbo S Cabriolet · 3.8L · 4WD · 7-speed dct
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 11, 2026.
19V533000: AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2017 911 and Boxster, 2016 Cayman and Panamera vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 13, 2019. Owners received a second…
Reported July 17, 2019. View on NHTSA
17V134000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016 911 GT3 RS and 911 R vehicles and 2017 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Targa 4, 911 Targa 4S, 911 Turbo S, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S vehicles. The passenger frontal air…
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bags, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH03.
Reported March 2, 2017. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 6, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 6, 2026
Data verified: November 6, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2016 Porsche 911 have?
Varies by configuration: 3.4L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 3.8L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 4.0L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 3.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
How much horsepower does the 2016 Porsche 911 have?
389 hp (290 kW), as listed by our sources.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Porsche 911?
Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2016 Porsche 911 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD.
How many seats does the 2016 Porsche 911 have?
4 seats.
How long is the 2016 Porsche 911?
178.8 in (4,542 mm).
Are there recalls for the 2016 Porsche 911?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 11, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.