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2005 Porsche 911

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2005 911.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Manual 6-spd

The 2005 Porsche 911 is a PASSENGER CAR equipped with a Manual 6-spd transmission and EPA fuel economy ratings of 14/21/16 mpg. Its reliability record reflects just 6 total owner complaints and 2 recalls, with Engine identified as the top complaint area. Viewed within the 1990–2014 complaint history that ranges from a low of 1 in 1991 to a high of 50 in 2007, this model year sits among the lower-complaint entries, indicating a comparatively uneventful ownership experience within the model lineage.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192005

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque96 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy14/21/16 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 0PB115499A. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0PB115499A alt 99610722553
Engine air filter99611013152 alt 99611013171
Fuel filter99611025352
Spark plug99917022390 alt 99917019590
Battery9A7915089G alt 9A7915105
Front wiper blades99662890111
Serpentine belt99610215167 alt 99919237951
Thermostat99610612554 alt 99610612573
Cabin air filter99757121902

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionManual 6-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length175.6 in
Overall width71.3 in
Overall height51.6 in
Wheelbase91.7 in
Curb weight3075 lb
Track (front / rear)58.3 / 59.1 in

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined14 / 21 / 16 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the 911 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.8–5.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.80 sec — 2005 Turbo Cabriolet
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2005Turbo Cabriolet 3.6L Twin-Turbo F-63.80 sec12.20 sec420 hpAWD
2005Carrera S Coupe 3.8L F-63.90 sec12.30 sec355 hpRWD
2005Turbo S Cabriolet 3.6L Twin-Turbo F-64.00 sec12.10 sec444 hpAWD
2005Carrera S Coupe 3.8L F-64.10 sec12.60 sec355 hpRWD
2005Carrera S Coupe 3.8L F-64.20 sec12.60 sec355 hpRWD
2005Carrera Coupe 3.6L F-64.30 sec12.80 sec325 hpRWD
2005Carrera S Coupe 3.8L F-64.30 sec12.60 sec355 hpRWD
2005Carrera S Coupe 3.8L F-64.40 sec13.00 sec355 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 96 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidPDK Clutch and hydraulics: Pentosin FFL3
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity4.8-6.0
Automatic Transmission FluidPorsche part number 000043204-201
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity4.8-6.0
Differential Gear Oil75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2 Pints,
Manual Transmission FluidPorsche part number 00004320419
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity5.5

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts96 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug21.0-22.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug21.0-22.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-6-2-4-3-5
Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4
Spark Plug Gap0.028 in
Spark Plug Torque16.0-22.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug Gap0.063 in

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.93-2.00 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeND 8 oil
Oil Capacity6.58 oz
RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity2.00 lbs
Oil GroupPAG

Brakes

Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.079 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 20,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi.

At 20,000 miBody Lock Cylinders (lubricate) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect)
Every 20,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Steering Gear Box Assembly (inspect)
At 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 40,000 miBody Lock Cylinders (lubricate) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Drive Belt (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miFinal Drive (drain & refill) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)
At 200,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Based on the provided federal record, the 2005 model year registers five complaints primarily centered around the engine and electrical systems. This volume is lower than the preceding 2001 model year's eight complaints and significantly subdued compared to the sharp spike to 50 complaints observed in 2007. While specific recall figures for 2005 are unavailable in the provided record, the complaint history shows a trend of low activity from 1999 through 2001 before the later surge. There are zero recorded crash or fire complaints for this specific year, distinguishing it from safety-critical periods in other generations. The data suggests 2005 falls within a quieter reliability arc before the substantial complaint increase seen in 2007. Consequently, this is a statistically favorable year to buy relative to the subsequent 2007 model, provided a pre-purchase inspection verifies the engine components highlighted in the complaint data.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
389
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
6
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 6 complaints on record, top 5 components.

Engine2
Wheels,Engine1
Engine & Engine Cooling1
Electrical System1
Suspension,Engine & Engine Cooling1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

20E091000Suspension:Front:Macpherson StrutReported 11/12/2020

Ohlins USA, Inc (Ohlins) is recalling certain Front Struts, part number POS 5N20. These struts were sold as part of Ohlins strut kits part number POZ MN02, intended for installation on 1999-2005 Porsche 911 Carrera 4… Remedy: Ohlins will notify owners, and dealers will request the return of all unsold kits containing the subject part from dealer/distributor inventory for a full refund. All owners who…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 389 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
40/26 44072026-06-30WheelsWheel Bolt Replacement Requirement - Change from Wheel Bolts with Aluminum Washers to…
TSTR26362026-06-29Unknown Or OtherPorsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.031
TSTR26352026-06-29Unknown Or OtherPorsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.030
20/262026-06-25EngineOverview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils (20/26)
19/26 17012026-06-25EngineOverview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils (19/26)

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2005 911 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 911 get?

EPA figures are 14 city / 21 highway / 16 combined mpg.