Porsche 911 993

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The Porsche 911 993 (1994–1998): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: 993

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,430 mm RDW	–	4,260 mm
Width	1,740–1,800 mm RDW	–	1,735–1,796 mm
Height	1,290–1,310 mm RDW	–	1,280–1,316 mm
Wheelbase	2,270–2,350 mm RDW	–	2,272 mm
Front track	1,405–1,465 mm ASTRA	–	–
Rear track	1,444–1,536 mm ASTRA	–	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,295–1,425 kg RDW	–	1,100–1,390 kg
Mass in running order	1,395–1,525 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,710–1,840 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	4 RDW	–	–
Doors	2 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	113 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	1,557 L EPA	–
Performance
Top speed	270–290 km/h RDW	–	290 km/h
Torque	340–540 Nm ASTRA	–	330–540 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/50R17, 225/40R18, 255/40R17, 205/55R16, 245/45R16

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de, fr, sv), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
13 years and older	88.5% (87.9–89.1)	69.2%	9,583

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Brakes	14.2%	36.4%
Noise, emissions and leaks	12.5%	17.1%
Suspension	11.6%	41.6%
Tyres	11.3%	31.2%
Lights and electrics	10.9%	28.8%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	3.9%	11.8%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

31 complaints for model years 1995–1998. 2 crashes · 3 fires · 2 injuries

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 9 versions of the Porsche 911 993

United States 7 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
19982MODE	3.6 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA	325 g/km
1995–1998(FFS)	3.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km
1998	3.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	Four- or all-wheel drive	17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA	325 g/km
1995–1997(FFS)	3.6 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km
1995–1997(GUZZLER) (FFS)	3.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	Four- or all-wheel drive	17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA	325 g/km
1996–1997(GUZZLER) (FFS,TRBO)	3.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	Four- or all-wheel drive	14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA	394 g/km
1994(GUZZLER) (FFS)	3.6 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA	394 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
1995–1998Minicompact	3.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	13.1–17.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	301–396 g/km
1995–1998Minicompact	3.6 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	13.1–13.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	301–308 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.