DecodedCars2006 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Engines
- 3.8L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 16 city / 23 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 11 similar 2006 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2006 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe is a minicompact car offered with a 3.8L 6-cyl engine and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 23 highway), 2% worse than the 2006 minicompact car average of 19.4 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2006
- Engine added: 3.8L 6-cyl
- Engine dropped: 3.6L 6-cyl
Compared with 2005; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2005 Carrera 4 S Coupe →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrera 4 S Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -2% | $4,350 | 468 |
| Carrera 4 S Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | -7% | $4,550 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2006 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2006 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2006 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Lexus SC | 19 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2006 Audi TT Coupe | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Porsche Carrera 2 Coupe | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Porsche Carrera 2 S Cabriolet | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2006 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2006 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2006 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe 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 2006 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Carrera 4 S Coupe years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Carrera 4 S Coupe | 21 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 Carrera 4 S Coupe | 19 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Carrera 4 S Coupe | 19 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Carrera 4 S Coupe | 18 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Porsche. How we calculate this →