2017 Porsche 911

US · Coupe · Minicompact Cars

Generation: 991 (2012 – 2019) →

The 2017 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Power: 389 hp (290 kW)
Torque: 332 lb-ft (450 Nm)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: 7-speed dual-clutch, 7-speed manual
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD, AWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined
Seating: 4 seats

Exterior (Front)

Photo: Alexander Migl (CC BY-SA 4.0) · CC BY-SA 4.0

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)

Power Output

389 hp (290 kW)

Peak Torque

332 lb-ft (450 Nm)

Combined Economy

21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

RWD, 4WD, AWD

Transmission

7-speed dual-clutch, 7-speed manual

Capacity

4 seats · 2 doors

Exterior Dimensions

178.8″ L × 72.9″ W × 51.1″ H

Curb Weight

3,373 lbs (1,530 kg)

Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement	3.0 L to 3.8 L
Cylinders	6
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Power	389 hp (290 kW)
Torque	332 lb-ft (450 Nm)
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Performance

Performance
Specification	Value	Source
0–100 km/h	4.0 s
Top speed	183 mph (294 km/h)

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Dual-clutch, Manual
Gears	7
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD, AWD

Dimensions

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

Weight
Specification	Value	Source
Curb weight	3,373 lb (1,530 kg)

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
Highway	24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km)

Capacity

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

34 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 10, 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
17V135000: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Targa S, 911 Targa 4S, 911 Turbo Cabriolet, 718 Boxter and 718 Boxter S vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these…
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will rebond the windshield, free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for the recall is AH04.
Reported March 2, 2017. View on NHTSA
16V946000: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2017 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman, 718 Cayman S, 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera S, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Turbo, 911 Turbo S, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, and 911 Turbo Cabriolet vehicles. The seat mounted side air bag inflator initiator may fail to ignite during a crash.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG10.
Reported December 30, 2016. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 5, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 5, 2026

Data verified: November 5, 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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23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2017 Porsche 911 have?

Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

How much horsepower does the 2017 Porsche 911 have?

389 hp (290 kW), as listed by our sources.

What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Porsche 911?

Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2017 Porsche 911 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD, AWD.

How many seats does the 2017 Porsche 911 have?

4 seats.

How long is the 2017 Porsche 911?

178.8 in (4,542 mm).

Are there recalls for the 2017 Porsche 911?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.