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2012 Porsche 911 MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Porsche 911 is a subcompact car offered in 16 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (19 city / 27 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 22 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2011 model. Among 36 subcompact cars rated for 2012, it ranks 23rd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,693 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 19 MPG city · 27 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,693 15,000 mi/yr · $17.95 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #23 of 36 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Porsche 911's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2711.58.7
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2012 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Mitsubishi i-MiEV112 MPGe $810
  2. 2CODA Automotive Coda73 MPGe $1,242
  3. 3Scion iQ37 MPG $1,257
  4. 4Ford Fiesta32 MPG $1,453
  5. 5Scion xD29 MPG $1,603
  6. 23Porsche 91122 MPG $2,693
  7. 36Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible14 MPG $4,232
2012 911Other subcompact carsClass median: $2,522/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

911 MPG across model years

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16 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic
911 Carrera
Gas 19 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic
911 Speedster
Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
911 Carrera
Gas 18 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
4WD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic
911 Carrera 4
Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
4WD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
911 Carrera 4
Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
4WD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet
Gas 18 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
4WD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic
911 Carrera 4S
Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
4WD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
911 Carrera 4S
Gas 18 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
4WD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic
911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet
Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic
911 Carrera Cabriolet
Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
911 Carrera S Cabriolet
Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
4WD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet
Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
911 Carrera S
Gas 18 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
911 Turbo Cabriolet
Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
911 Turbo Cabriolet
Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
911 Turbo Coupe
Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.6L 6-cyl
Transmission
7-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
70 cu ft
Cargo volume
5 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
404 g/mi

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Porsche 911?

Up to 22 MPG combined (19 city / 27 highway); ratings range from 19 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 Porsche 911 use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Porsche 911?

The 2012 Porsche 911's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Porsche 911 per year?

About $2,693 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.95 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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