2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 — Full Specifications
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The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 is a coupe powered by a 3.6L 6-cyl premium gasoline engine. It returns around 25 mpg (UK) / 21 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Porsche 911 Carrera 4 workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Related listing: see also the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera page for the base 911 Carrera listing, which may cover additional engines and body styles.
Compared with the 2011 Porsche 911 Carrera 4: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 25 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 3.6L 6-cyl |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic 7-spd |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 70 cu ft (1,982 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 5 cu ft (142 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 25 combined / 22 urban / 31 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 21 combined / 18 city / 26 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 263 g/km |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,900 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4, all with the 3.6L 6-cyl engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 25 | 21 (18/26) | 263 | $3,900 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 25 | 21 (18/24) | 263 | $3,900 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 70 cubic feet (about 1,982 litres) and luggage volume at 5 cubic feet (about 142 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
Owner Essentials for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4
Running Costs: 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 at 25 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,455 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,900 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns that include the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Suspension (1), Engine and engine cooling (1), Seat belts (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Suspension — campaign 20E091000, reported 11 December 2020. Risk: If the pin fails, it will cause separation of the strut from the vehicle, affecting vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Engine and engine cooling — campaign 13V058000, reported 22 February 2013. Risk: If the exhaust tail pipe separates from the muffler it may become a hazard for other vehicles on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Seat belts — campaign 11V409000, reported 5 August 2011. Risk: SHOULD THIS OCCUR, THE SEAT BELT MAY NOT BE ROUTED OPTIMALLY AROUND THE OCCUPANT, OR MAY POTENTIALLY LOOSEN AT SOME POINT IN THE FUTURE INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY DURING A CRASH.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4. The most-reported areas are Exterior lighting (1), Electrical system (1), Structure (1). Complaints include 1 reported fire.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Suspension (1 recall campaign) — Listen for knocks over bumps and check tyre wear for signs of alignment problems.
- Engine cooling (1 recall campaign) — Check coolant level, look for leaks and make sure the temperature stays steady in traffic.
- Seat belts (1 recall campaign) — Check every belt latches and retracts properly and that any restraint recalls were completed.
- Lighting (1 owner complaint) — Check every exterior light works and look for moisture inside the lamp housings.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 compare to similar coupes? Coupes in our database average around 25 mpg (UK) combined — this model sits close to that average, within 0 mpg. Its 263 g/km CO₂ figure is 15 g/km lower than the 278 g/km average for coupes on this site. This comparison is based on 1072 coupes in our dataset.
At 25 mpg (UK) combined it sits close to the 26 mpg average for Porsche models in our database.
Of the 15 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 model years we cover, the 2012 ranks 8th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (25 mpg UK combined, against a high of 29 mpg). See every Porsche 911 Carrera 4 year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 have?
It's fitted with a 3.6L 6-cyl premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic 7-spd transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4?
The most efficient configuration returns around 25 mpg (UK) combined, or 21 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,900 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns that include the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Suspension (1), Engine and engine cooling (1), Seat belts (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4?
Among the 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Exterior lighting (1 complaint), Electrical system (1 complaint), Structure (1 complaint). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 70 cubic feet (about 1,982 litres) and luggage volume at 5 cubic feet (about 142 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.
Is the Porsche 911 Carrera 4's fuel economy good for a coupe?
It returns around 25 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 25 mpg among the coupes we track.