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Porsche 944: generations and engines

The Porsche 944 was built from 1982 to 1991 in 2 generations, with 9 engine versions in our catalog (coupe, coupe-convertible). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.

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Production years1982–1991
Generations2
Engine versions9
Power150–250 hp
Body stylesCoupe, Coupe-convertible
FuelGasoline
Timeline

Porsche 944 generations

  1. 1982–1991

    Porsche 944

    • Coupe
    • Gasoline

    8 engine versions 150–250 hp

    Generation specs
  2. 1991

    Porsche 944 Cabrio

    • Coupe-convertible
    • Gasoline

    1 engine version 250 hp

    Engines below
Specs

Porsche 944 engines

The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.

Porsche 944 Cabrio1991 · 1 engine version
EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombined
3.0 S2 (250 hp)1991Gasoline250 hp (184 kW)258 lb-ft (350 Nm)
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