DecodedCars2009 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2009 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Engines
- 3.8L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-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 13 similar 2009 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2009 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 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway), 3% worse than the 2009 minicompact car average of 21.6 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 2009
- Best combined MPG up from 19 to 21
Compared with 2008; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2008 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 7-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | -3% | $3,900 | 423 |
| Carrera 4 S Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 20 | -7% | $4,100 | 444 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2009 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2009 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2009 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Lexus SC | 19 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2009 Jaguar XKR | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Porsche Carrera 2 Coupe | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Porsche Carrera 2 S Cabriolet | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2009 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2009 Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2009 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 2009 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Carrera 4 S Coupe | 19 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Carrera 4 S Coupe | 19 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 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 →