Porsche 944

The Porsche 944 is a two-seater coupé produced from 1982 onwards, powered by a 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine delivering 126 kW. It measures 4,245 mm in length and weighs 1,284 kg, achieving a top speed of 218 km/h.
| Manufacturer | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1982 |
| Body type | Coupé |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Kerb weight | 1,181 kg |
| Displacement | 2,486 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Top speed | 218 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 12.2 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,246 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,736 mm |
| Height | 1,279 mm |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Porsche 944 (from registration data). 7 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 13.4 l/100 km | 1984 |
| 2.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 11.8 l/100 km | 1984 |
| 2.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 11.6 l/100 km | 1985–1988 |
| 2.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 12 l/100 km | 1986–1987 |
| 2.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 12.5 l/100 km | 1986–1988 |
| 2.7 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 12.4 l/100 km | 1989 |
| 2.7 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 13.1 l/100 km | 1989 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Generations
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 79% of Porsche 944s pass their MOT test first time, based on 2,420 inspections.
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Porsche 944 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Porsche recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Porsche 944?
- The Porsche 944 has a rated top speed of 218 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Porsche 944?
- The Porsche 944 is 4,246 mm long, 1,736 mm wide and 1,279 mm tall.
- How much does the Porsche 944 weigh?
- The Porsche 944 has a kerb weight of about 1,181 kg.
- How many seats does the Porsche 944 have?
- The Porsche 944 has 4 seats.