2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet — Full Specifications
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The 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet is a coupe powered by a 3L 6-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine. It returns around 24 mpg (UK) / 20 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Related listing: see also the 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera page for the base 911 Carrera listing, which may cover additional engines and body styles.
Compared with the 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 24 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 3L 6-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S8) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 68 cu ft (1,926 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 5 cu ft (142 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 24 combined / 22 urban / 28 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 20 combined / 18 city / 23 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 273 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 4 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $4,100 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, all with the 3L 6-cyl turbo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 24 | 20 (18/23) | 273 | $4,100 |
| 3L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 24 | 20 (17/25) | 275 | $4,100 |
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 68 cubic feet (about 1,926 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 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet
Running Costs: 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet at 24 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,515 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $4,100 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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2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet 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 1 safety recall campaign that include the 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Structure (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Structure — campaign 23V313000, reported 3 May 2023. Risk: In the event of a crash, incomplete body welding may not provide adequate protection to occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet. The most-reported areas are Fuel/propulsion system (6), Exterior lighting (1), Visibility/wiper (1).
Used-buyer checklist for the 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Body structure (1 recall campaign) — Inspect for corrosion and for subframe or body-panel damage, especially underneath.
- Fuel system (6 owner complaints) — Ask whether any fuel-pump or fuel-system recalls were completed, and watch for hard starting or stalling.
- Lighting (1 owner complaint) — Check every exterior light works and look for moisture inside the lamp housings.
- Visibility (1 owner complaint) — Check wipers, washers and demisters work properly.
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 S Cabriolet compare to similar coupes? Coupes in our database average around 25 mpg (UK) combined — this model sits close to that average, within 1 mpg. Its 273 g/km CO₂ figure is 5 g/km lower than the 278 g/km average for coupes on this site. This comparison is based on 1072 coupes in our dataset.
Porsche models in our database average about 26 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet's 24 mpg is 2 mpg below that make average. Its 273 g/km CO₂ figure is 19 g/km higher than the 254 g/km Porsche average.
Of the 17 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet model years we cover, the 2022 ranks 11th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (24 mpg UK combined, against a high of 29 mpg). See every Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet 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 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet have?
It's fitted with a 3L 6-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (am-s8) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet?
The most efficient configuration returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined, or 20 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $4,100 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 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign that include the 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Structure (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 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet?
Among the 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Fuel/propulsion system (6 complaints), Exterior lighting (1 complaint), Visibility/wiper (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 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 68 cubic feet (about 1,926 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 S Cabriolet's fuel economy good for a coupe?
It returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 25 mpg among the coupes we track.