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2021 Porsche 911

US · Minicompact Cars

The 2021 Porsche 911 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.7L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Power
Not available
Torque
Not available
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Dual-clutch, Manual
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Seating
Not available
Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
GASOLINE
Power Output
Not available
Peak Torque
Not available
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
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Transmission
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Capacity
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Exterior Dimensions
Not available
Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.7L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement3.0 L to 3.7 L
Cylinders6
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Dual-clutch, Manual
Gears7 to 8
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: RWD, AWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
City18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Highway25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

19 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 15, 2026.

  • 25V896000: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear…

    Remedy: Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle…

    Reported December 19, 2025. View on NHTSA

  • 24V809000: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 Panamera, 2024 718 Cayman GT4 RS, 718 Spyder RS, and 2021-2024 911 vehicles. The center lock wheel bolt may fracture and cause the wheel to detach.

    Remedy: Owners should not drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will check the center lock wheel fastening system and replace any incorrectly manufactured parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters…

    Reported October 28, 2024. View on NHTSA

  • 24V155000: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2024 911 vehicles. The front windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and can detach.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield and rear window as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 30, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number…

    Reported February 28, 2024. View on NHTSA

  • 21V608000: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4 Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Panamera, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4S, Panamera GTS, Panamera Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, and Taycan Turbo S vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this…

    Reported August 4, 2021. View on NHTSA

  • 21V467000: SEATS

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, and 911 Turbo Cabriolet vehicles. Incorrect passenger seat was installed and may cause a Occupant Classification System (OCS) malfunction.

    Remedy: Dealers will install the correct seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB3.

    Reported June 23, 2021. View on NHTSA

  • 21V157000: SUSPENSION

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Cayman, Cayman T, Cayman S, Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Targa Heritage Design Edition, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the affected suspension nuts and bolts. Dealers will also inspect surrounding components for damage, and replace any damaged parts as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters…

    Reported March 10, 2021. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 12, 2026

Data verified: October 12, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
    20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

  • Varies by configuration: 4.0L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 3.7L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
    21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2021 Porsche 911 have?

Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.7L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2021 Porsche 911?

Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2021 Porsche 911 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2021 Porsche 911?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 15, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.