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2019Minicompact CarsPremium

2019 Porsche 911 Carrera

EPA ID: 40173
20
City MPG
23
Combined MPG
23MPG· Average
29
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2019 Porsche 911 Carrera achieves an EPA-estimated 23 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 20 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 3L 6-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a manual 7-spd, this minicompact cars features Rear-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2019 911 Carrera produces approximately 382 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this 911 Carrera performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $3,000, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $4,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassMinicompact Cars
Fuel TypePremium
Engine3L 6-cyl
AspirationTurbocharged
TransmissionManual 7-spd
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions382 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemEquipped
GHG Score5/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$3,000
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $4,250

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
23.2
Impact vs EPA
$-24
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$641/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$17,500
45.5%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$11,413
29.7%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$9,125
23.7%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.0%
Total 5-Year Cost$38,438

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #21V201000·2021-05-21
critical
Component: SUSPENSION:REAR

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster, 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe, Carrera 4S Coupe, and Carrera S Cabriolet vehicles. The screw connection on the rear axle upper control arm may be loose.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A loose connection may fail, causing driving instability and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will rework and tighten the screw connection on the rear axle upper control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA6.

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NHTSA FARS (Fatal Crash History) and broader generational safety trends are aggregated at the model level rather than by specific engine configurations. View the complete historical data profile for all Porsche 911 Carrera configurations.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$3,000
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $4,250

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City20 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined23 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

76.4 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 95 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 6.4 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.