2008 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet

Vehicle Summary: 2008 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet

The Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet is for those who want their speed with sunshine. Its turbocharged, 3.6-liter six-cylinder engine allows the car to leap to 60 miles per hour in around four seconds, which is about a second quicker than a standard 911. All this power can be channeled by either a quick-shifting, six-speed manual transmission or a sophisticated Tiptronic automatic. Contrary to most slow-shifting automatics, Porsche says the automatic can actually hit 60 mph slightly faster than the manual version. The car puts power to the pavement through an advanced, high-performance all-wheel-drive system and includes a wealth of chassis control functions. A fully automatic three-layer fabric top lowers in about 20 seconds, and pop-up roll bars wait behind the rear seats should things go awry. As always, no matter which version you're considering, the Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet remains fresh and contemporary while staying true to its roots as a well-rounded, rear-engine sports car.

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Quick and Breezy

The new Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet is one of the few cars that can show you what it's like to have the wind in your hair at 180 miles per hour.

Highs

Truly fast turbocharged six-cylinder engine
Sleek styling that's both classic and contemporary
Standard Active Suspension Management and other chassis control systems smooth out the ride but preserve tight handling
Easy-to-use convertible top
Nice blend of luxury and sporty dynamics

Lows

Sticker shock
Harsh ride over imperfect pavement
High ownership costs
Limited rearward visibility with the top up

What's New

New model for 2008

Specs at a Glance:

Seating Capacity: 4

Available Engines: 3.6L H-6 24 valve DOHC SMPI

Drivetrains: Full-time all-wheel drive

0-60 mph: N/A

Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 15/24 mpg

Standard Features: Adaptive suspension, GPS, Power driver seat, Split folding rear seat, Brake assist, Driver front impact airbag, Driver side impact airbag, Passenger side impact airbag, Overhead airbag, Integrated roll-over protection, Electronic stability

Optional Equipment: Heated front seats

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