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Porsche 944 Review, For Sale, Specs, Models & News in Australia
Porsche 944 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Porsche 944 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Porsche engine cutting out
I haven't heard of this problem before and I would suggest it's a result of age rather than anything else. Because it's intermittent it can be hard to trace, but I would be looking for a faulty connection, perhaps one that's corroded or loose. I would take it to an independent Porsche specialist, or an auto electrician.
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Unleaded porsche
THEY'LL happily run on unleaded without an additive. The valve seats are the same in the pre-'86 engines as those built after the introduction of unleaded fuel. But you will need to run 98-octane fuel if you want to get the best out of it.
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Porsche 944 Wheel Size
The Porsche 944 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 205x55 ZR16 for Convertible in 1991 with a wheel size that spans from 16x7 inches.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Convertible | 205x55 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x8 inches | |
| 1991 | Coupe | 205x55 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x8 inches | |
| 1990 | Convertible | 205x55 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x8 inches | |
| 1990 | Coupe | 205x55 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x8 inches | |
| 1989 | Coupe | 195x65 VR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 VR16 | 16x8 inches | |
| 1989 | Convertible | 205x55 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x8 inches | |
| 1988 | Coupe | 195x65 VR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 VR16 | 16x8 inches | |
| 1987 | Coupe | — | 15x7 inches | — | 15x7 inches | |
Porsche 944 Models Price and Specs
The price range for the Porsche 944 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $11,770 and going to $36,300 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Coupe | 3.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $11,770 | $36,300 | |
| 1991 | Convertible | 3.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $13,530 | $17,820 | |
| 1990 | Coupe | 3.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $11,770 | $33,550 | |
| 1990 | Convertible | 3.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $13,530 | $17,820 | |
| 1989 | Coupe | 2.7L, ULP, 3 SP AUTO | $8,470 | $31,350 | |
| 1989 | Convertible | 3.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $13,530 | $17,820 | |
| 1988 | Coupe | 2.7L, ULP, 3 SP AUTO | $8,470 | $29,700 | |
| 1987 | Coupe | 2.5L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $9,130 | $28,600 | |
Porsche 944 Fuel Consumption
The Porsche 944 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP and Leaded fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 10.5L/100km for Coupe /ULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Convertible | — | 3.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1991 | Coupe | — | 3.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1990 | Convertible | — | 3.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1990 | Coupe | — | 3.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1989 | Convertible | — | 3.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1989 | Coupe | 10.5L/100km | 2.7L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1988 | Coupe | — | 2.5L | Leaded | 3 SP AUTO | |
| 1988 | Coupe | 10.5L/100km | 2.7L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1987 | Coupe | — | 2.5L | Leaded | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1987 | Coupe | — | 2.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
Porsche 944 Dimensions
The dimensions of the Porsche 944 Coupe and Convertible vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Coupe | 1275x1735x4200 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1991 | Convertible | 1275x1735x4200 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1990 | Convertible | 1275x1735x4200 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1990 | Coupe | 1275x1735x4200 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1989 | Coupe | 1272x1735x4200 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1989 | Convertible | 1275x1735x4200 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1988 | Coupe | 1275x1735x4200 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1987 | Coupe | 1275x1735x4200 mm | 120 mm | |
Porsche 944 Towing Capacity
The Porsche 944 has maximum towing capacity of 1200kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Coupe | 0kg | 1200kg | |
| 1991 | Convertible | 1200kg | 1200kg | |
| 1990 | Coupe | 0kg | 1200kg | |
| 1990 | Convertible | 1200kg | 1200kg | |
| 1989 | Coupe | 0kg | 1200kg | |
| 1989 | Convertible | 1200kg | 1200kg | |
| 1988 | Coupe | 0kg | 1200kg | |
| 1987 | Coupe | 0kg | 1200kg | |
