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Porsche 997.2 — every variant, decoded
Specs, common issues, maintenance, option codes, market values and buyer’s advice for the whole 997.2 range (2008–2012), from the base Carrera to the GT3 RS 4.0 and GT2 RS. Ad-free, built by enthusiasts.
The range at a glance
Every 997.2 model side by side. Sort by power or acceleration, filter by segment, and jump straight into any full guide.
| Model | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | Drive | Gearbox | 0–100 | Top speed | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrera | 2008–12 | 3.6 DFI | 345 hp | 390 Nm | RWD | 6MT / PDK | 4.9 s | 289 km/h | — |
| Carrera 2S / S | 2008–12 | 3.8 DFI | 385 hp | 420 Nm | RWD | 6MT / PDK | 4.3 s | 302 km/h | ~16,500 |
| Carrera 4 | 2008–12 | 3.6 DFI | 345 hp | 390 Nm | AWD | 6MT / PDK | 5.0 s | 285 km/h | — |
| Carrera 4S ★ | 2008–12 | 3.8 DFI | 385 hp | 420 Nm | AWD | 6MT / PDK | 4.5 s | 298 km/h | — |
| Carrera Cabriolet | 2008–12 | 3.6 DFI | 345 hp | 390 Nm | RWD | 6MT / PDK | 4.9 s | 288 km/h | — |
| Carrera S Cabriolet | 2008–12 | 3.8 DFI | 385 hp | 420 Nm | RWD | 6MT / PDK | 4.6 s | 299 km/h | — |
| Carrera 4 Cabriolet | 2008–12 | 3.6 DFI | 345 hp | 390 Nm | AWD | 6MT / PDK | 5.2 s | 285 km/h | — |
| Carrera 4S Cabriolet | 2008–12 | 3.8 DFI | 385 hp | 420 Nm | AWD | 6MT / PDK | 4.7 s | 297 km/h | — |
| Targa 4 | 2008–12 | 3.6 DFI | 345 hp | 390 Nm | AWD | 6MT / PDK | 5.2 s | 285 km/h | — |
| Targa 4S | 2008–12 | 3.8 DFI | 385 hp | 420 Nm | AWD | 6MT / PDK | 4.9 s | 298 km/h | — |
| Carrera GTS | 2010–12 | 3.8 DFI X51 | 408 hp | 420 Nm | RWD | 6MT / PDK | 4.2 s | 306 km/h | — |
| Carrera 4 GTS | 2011–12 | 3.8 DFI X51 | 408 hp | 420 Nm | AWD | 6MT / PDK | 4.4 s | 302 km/h | — |
| Carrera GTS Cabriolet | 2011–12 | 3.8 DFI X51 | 408 hp | 420 Nm | RWD | 6MT / PDK | 4.4 s | 304 km/h | — |
| Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet | 2011–12 | 3.8 DFI X51 | 408 hp | 420 Nm | AWD | 6MT / PDK | 4.6 s | 300 km/h | — |
| Turbo | 2009–13 | 3.8 DFI biturbo | 500 hp | 650–700 Nm | AWD | 6MT / PDK | 3.4 s | 312 km/h | — |
| Turbo S | 2010–13 | 3.8 DFI biturbo | 530 hp | 700 Nm | AWD | PDK | 3.3 s | 315 km/h | — |
| GT3 | 2009–11 | 3.8 Mezger NA | 435 hp | 430 Nm | RWD | 6MT | 4.1 s | 312 km/h | — |
| GT3 RS 3.8 | 2010–11 | 3.8 Mezger NA | 450 hp | 430 Nm | RWD | 6MT | 4.0 s | 310 km/h | ~1,619 |
| GT3 RS 4.0 | 2011 | 4.0 Mezger NA | 500 hp | 460 Nm | RWD | 6MT | 3.9 s | 311 km/h | 600 |
| GT2 RS | 2010–11 | 3.6 Mezger biturbo | 620 hp | 700 Nm | RWD | 6MT | 3.5 s | 330 km/h | 500 |
| Speedster | 2011 | 3.8 DFI X51 | 408 hp | 420 Nm | RWD | PDK | 4.4 s | 305 km/h | 356 |
| Sport Classic | 2010 | 3.8 DFI X51 | 408 hp | 420 Nm | RWD | 6MT | 4.6 s | 301 km/h | 250 |
| Black Edition | 2011–12 | 3.6 DFI | 345 hp | 390 Nm | RWD | 6MT / PDK | 4.9 s | 288 km/h | ~1,911 |
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The enthusiast’s choice: Carrera 4S manual
Wide body, 385 hp, all-wheel drive and three pedals. The 4S with the 6-speed manual is our pick of the usable 997.2 range: the full Carrera look and all-weather pace, with the involvement and rarity of a manual gearbox.
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Value development
- GT3 RS 4.0 halo, strong appreciation
- GT3 last Mezger, rising
- Carrera GTS steady climb
- Carrera 2S stable, modest
Indexed, 2013 = 100. Indicative trend based on collector-market observation, not a valuation. See the full breakdown on Value & Market Trends.
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The two engine families
DFI (MA1 / biturbo)
Carrera, Targa, GTS and Turbo use the direct-injection engines introduced with the 997.2. No IMS bearing, strong reliability, modern electronics and the option of PDK. The sensible, usable choice.
Mezger (dry sump)
GT3, GT3 RS, GT3 RS 4.0 and GT2 RS keep the motorsport-derived Mezger engine. No DFI, no IMS concern, race-bred and gloriously high-revving. The reason these cars are collector gold.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 997.2 have the IMS bearing problem?
No. All 997.2 engines (the DFI MA1 Carrera units and the Mezger GT/Turbo units) are free of the intermediate-shaft bearing issue that affected earlier water-cooled 911s.
Which 997.2 is the best investment?
The limited Mezger cars (GT3 RS 4.0, GT2 RS, Sport Classic, Speedster) have appreciated most. Among usable cars, the GT3 and the manual GTS have shown the strongest, steadiest growth. See Value & Market Trends.
Manual or PDK?
On the Carreras, PDK is quicker and both hold value well; manuals are increasingly sought after. On the Turbo, manuals command a premium. The GT3, GT3 RS and GT2 RS are manual-only.
What is the difference between DFI and Mezger engines?
DFI (MA1) engines power the Carrera, Targa, GTS and Turbo. The Mezger dry-sump engine powers the GT3, GT3 RS, GT3 RS 4.0 and GT2 RS. Both avoid the IMS issue; the Mezger is the motorsport-derived, high-revving unit prized by collectors.