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Porsche Carrera 4 S MPG
EPA fuel economy for 2 Porsche Carrera 4 S trims sold from 2003. Best ever: 18 MPG (2003 Carrera 4 S). Latest model year 2003: 17 to 18 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Porsche Carrera 4 S fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $5.16 a gallon for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2003 Porsche Carrera 4 S to fuel is the Carrera 4 S, 3.6 L, 6 cyl (18 MPG) at $4,300 a year. The Carrera 4 S, 3.6 L, 6 cyl (17 MPG) costs $4,550, so the thriftier trim saves $250 a year and $1,250 over five years.
| 2003 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrera 4 S | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 18 | $4,300 | cheapest |
| Carrera 4 S | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 17 | $4,550 | +$250 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Porsche Carrera 4 S MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 18 | 15 | 22 | Carrera 4 S, 3.6 L, 6 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 2 |
Every Porsche Carrera 4 S trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Carrera 4 S | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 15 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2003 | Carrera 4 S | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 15 | 21 | 17 | 523 | $4,550 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2003 Minicompact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 MINI Cooper | 28 | 25 | 33 |
| 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible | 24 | 21 | 28 |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | 23 | 20 | 28 |
| 2003 Audi TT Coupe | 21 | 18 | 27 |
| 2003 BMW 325ci Convertible | 20 | 17 | 24 |
| 2003 Jaguar XK8 Convertible | 19 | 16 | 24 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Porsche Carrera 4 S?
The most efficient Porsche Carrera 4 S the EPA has rated is the 2003 Carrera 4 S at 18 MPG combined (15 city, 22 highway).
What MPG does the 2003 Porsche Carrera 4 S get?
2003 Porsche Carrera 4 S trims range from 17 to 18 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Porsche Carrera 4 S has the worst fuel economy?
The 2003 Carrera 4 S is the lowest rated at 17 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Porsche Carrera 4 S for a year?
At $5.16 a gallon for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2003 Porsche Carrera 4 S to fuel is the Carrera 4 S, 3.6 L, 6 cyl (18 MPG) at $4,300 a year. The Carrera 4 S, 3.6 L, 6 cyl (17 MPG) costs $4,550, so the thriftier trim saves $250 a year and $1,250 over five years.
More from Porsche: every Porsche model. Fuel types on this model: Premium. EPA classes: Minicompact Cars.