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2015 Porsche 918 Spyder

US · Two Seaters

The 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder is listed in the US market with plug-in hybrid power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
4.6L 8-cylinder (PHEV)
Transmission
7-speed dual-clutch
Drivetrain
AWD
Fuel
Plug-in hybrid
2015 Porsche 918 Spyder
Exterior (3/4 View)
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
4.6L 8-cylinder (PHEV)
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7-speed dual-clutch
Exterior Dimensions
183.1″ L × 76.4″ W × 46.1″ H
Curb Weight
3,693 lbs (1,675 kg)
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine4.6L 8-cylinder (PHEV)
Displacement4.6 L
Cylinders8
Fuel typePlug-in hybrid

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionDual-clutch
Gears7
DrivetrainAWD

Dimensions

Dimensions
SpecificationValueSource
Length183.1 in (4,650 mm)
Width76.4 in (1,940 mm)
Height46.1 in (1,170 mm)
Wheelbase107.5 in (2,730 mm)

Weight

Weight
SpecificationValueSource
Curb weight3,693 lb (1,675 kg)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Ground clearance, Gross vehicle weight rating. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 4, 2026.

  • 18V287000: SUSPENSION:REAR

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder vehicles. The connecting shafts of the longitudinal and transverse control arms may fail due to stress corrosion cracking, impacting vehicle handling.

    Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the longitudinal and transverse control arms, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number…

    Reported May 3, 2018. View on NHTSA

  • 16V885000: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 918 Spyder vehicles manufactured November 6, 2013, to July 27, 2015. The affected vehicles have front lower control arms that may crack at the ball joint.

    Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began on February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG09.

    Reported December 9, 2016. View on NHTSA

  • 16V520000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid Electric vehicles manufactured February 2, 2015 through July 1, 2015. In the affected vehicles, incorrect screws might have been used when re-installing and/or re-securing the seat belt mount or the seat belt reel during vehicle service.

    Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the seat belt mount and seat belt reel attaching bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at…

    Reported July 8, 2016. View on NHTSA

  • 15V335000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 918 Spyder vehicles manufactured February 25, 2014, to April 29, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the wiring harness for the left rear radiator fan may contact an engine heat insulation plate.

    Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness and secure it to a coolant tube using a tie-wrap clip, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2015. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at…

    Reported June 1, 2015. View on NHTSA

  • 14V457000: SUSPENSION:REAR

    Porsche Cars of North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 918 Spyder vehicles manufactured May 7, 2014, to June 18, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with rear-axle control arms that may break, causing difficulty controlling the vehicle.

    Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the control arms, as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at…

    Reported July 28, 2014. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 6, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 6, 2026

Data verified: November 6, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder have?

4.6L 8-cylinder (PHEV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

Is the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: AWD.

How long is the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder?

183.1 in (4,650 mm).

Are there recalls for the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 4, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.