For Slightly quicker performance than standard Targa 4; adaptive suspension; large sunroof that slides in under the rear window; brilliant engineering; everyday practicality; razor-sharp handling; phenomenal grip in corners.

Against The Targa is only available with all-wheel drive and it lacks the cabriolet’s open-air excitement; a bit more space on the rear bench would have greatly improved its practical application.

Porsche 911 Coupe

What Car? says

4 out of 5 stars

In the Targa you can catch a few rays without sacrificing the coupe’s structural integrity; with only marginally quicker performance, the standard model might however be the better value option.

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Key facts

0–60mph
4.9 secs
Top speed
185 mph
Average mpg
26.9
Tank range
379 miles
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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

If you’ve got your heart set on a Porsche 911, then congratulations, you’ll be making a brilliant choice. Your options aren’t over just yet, though.

There are a number of different versions that range from fast to very, very furious. The base models have a 341bhp 3.6-litre engine, while S has a 380bhp 3.8 and GTS a 402bhp 3.8. If you want something even more hardcore, there’s always the 429bhp GT3, the 493bhp Turbo, or the 523bhp GT2.

Some of these cars also come with a choice of rear- or four-wheel drive, so that’s another thing to mull over. You can also choose a Targa version, which has a large sunroof that slides back to expose you to the elements almost as much as the cabriolet, but without the cabrio’s wobblier body and mushier suspension.

Whichever 911 you pick, you won’t be disappointed because they’re all fantastic. However, we reckon that the GTS strikes the best balance between performance and everyday usability.

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