DecodedCars2008 Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2008 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Engines
- 3.6L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 18 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 12 similar 2008 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2008 Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet is a minicompact car offered with a 3.6L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway), 4% better than the 2008 minicompact car average of 20.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2008
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2007 Carrera 2 Cabriolet — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2007; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2007 Carrera 2 Cabriolet →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrera 2 Cabriolet | 3.6L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | +4% | $3,900 | 423 |
| Carrera 2 Cabriolet | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | -1% | $4,100 | 444 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2008 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2008 Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2008 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2008 Lexus SC | 19 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2008 Jaguar XKR | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2008 Porsche Carrera 2 Coupe | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2008 Porsche Carrera 2 S Cabriolet | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2008 Porsche Carrera 2 S Coupe | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2008 Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2008 Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2008 Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2008 Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Carrera 2 Cabriolet years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Carrera 2 Cabriolet | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Carrera 2 Cabriolet | 20 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Carrera 2 Cabriolet | 19 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Carrera 2 Cabriolet | 19 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Porsche. How we calculate this →