Porsche Carrera GT
The Porsche Carrera GT is a two-seat convertible produced from 2003 onwards, powered by a 5.7-litre naturally aspirated 10-cylinder petrol engine. It weighs 1,359 kg and measures 4,610 mm in length, with a top speed of 330 km/h. Three safety recalls have been registered in the EU Safety Gate database for this model.
| Manufacturer | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2003 |
| Body type | Convertible |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Kerb weight | 1,359 kg |
| Displacement | 5,733 cc |
| Cylinders | 10 |
| Top speed | 330 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 21.4 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,610 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,170 mm |
| Seats | 2 |
| Doors | 2 |
Generations
Other Porsche models
Similar Convertible models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 87% of Porsche Carrera GTs pass their MOT test first time, based on 226 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
1 recall recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Porsche Carrera GT. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2023-05-12
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 Carrera GT?
- The Porsche Carrera GT has a rated top speed of 330 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Porsche Carrera GT?
- The Porsche Carrera GT is 4,610 mm long, 1,920 mm wide and 1,170 mm tall.
- How much does the Porsche Carrera GT weigh?
- The Porsche Carrera GT has a kerb weight of about 1,359 kg.
- How many seats does the Porsche Carrera GT have?
- The Porsche Carrera GT has 2 seats.