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Porsche Targa MPG
EPA fuel economy for 11 Porsche Targa trims sold from 2003 to 2005. Best ever: 19 MPG (2005 Targa). Latest model year 2005: 19 MPG combined across 4 trims.
Porsche Targa 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, every 2005 Porsche Targa trim costs about $4,070 a year to fuel.
| 2005 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Targa | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 19 | $4,070 | cheapest |
| Targa | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | Premium | 19 | $4,070 | cheapest |
| Targa Kit | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 19 | $4,070 | cheapest |
| Targa Kit | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | Premium | 19 | $4,070 | cheapest |
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 Targa MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 19 | 16 | 24 | Targa, 3.6 L, 6 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 4 |
| 2004 | 19 | 16 | 24 | Targa, 3.6 L, 6 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 3 |
| 2003 | 19 | 16 | 24 | Targa, 3.6 L, 6 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 4 |
Every Porsche Targa trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Targa | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2005 | Targa | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2005 | Targa Kit | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2005 | Targa Kit | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2004 | Targa | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2004 | Targa | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2004 | Targa Kit | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2003 | Targa | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2003 | Targa | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2003 | Targa Kit | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2003 | Targa Kit | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
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 2005 Minicompact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 MINI Cooper | 28 | 24 | 33 |
| 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible | 24 | 22 | 28 |
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | 23 | 20 | 28 |
| 2005 Audi TT Coupe | 21 | 18 | 27 |
| 2005 BMW 325ci Convertible | 20 | 17 | 25 |
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 Convertible | 19 | 16 | 24 |
All Minicompact Cars ranked by MPG
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Porsche Targa?
The most efficient Porsche Targa the EPA has rated is the 2005 Targa at 19 MPG combined (16 city, 24 highway).
What MPG does the 2005 Porsche Targa get?
Every 2005 Porsche Targa trim is rated 19 MPG combined.
Which Porsche Targa has the worst fuel economy?
The 2005 Targa is the lowest rated at 19 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Porsche Targa for a year?
At $5.16 a gallon for premium and 15,000 miles a year, every 2005 Porsche Targa trim costs about $4,070 a year to fuel.
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