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| Seating Capacity | 4 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sports |
| Base Price | $95,366–$122,229 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2018 Porsche 911 is a sports that earns a Carivo score of 8.0/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 9.4/10, while Value at 6.1/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 8.0/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 7.9/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 9.4/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining sportss to actually drive. On technology it rates 8.9/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $95,366–$122,229, 14 MPG, seating 4, the Porsche 911 sits in the luxury tier of the sports market. The value score of 6.1/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 8 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2018 Porsche 911 will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on value if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good sports should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2018 Porsche 911 ranks #68 of 316 sportss in the Carivo database — better than 79% of the segment. Its 8.0/10 overall score is 0.3 points above the segment average of 7.7/10. Its $95,366 starting price is about 107% above the segment's median of $46,090.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sports ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2015 Porsche 911 scores 7.8/10 — within striking distance of the 2018's 8.0 — and starts roughly $10,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 | 8.1/10 | $119,789 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 8.1/10 | $119,789 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 8.2/10 | $116,300 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.3/10 | $112,811 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.2/10 | $109,322 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.2/10 | $105,833 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.0/10 | $102,344 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 8.0/10 | $98,855 | Read review → |
| 2018 (this review) | 8.0/10 | $95,366 | |
| 2017 | 7.8/10 | $91,877 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.8/10 | $88,388 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.8/10 | $84,899 | Read review → |
The following recall campaign has been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Air bags 06/03/2019 · 19V179000 | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 718 Boxster, Boxster S and Boxster GTS, 718 Cayman, Cayman S and Cayman GTS, 911 Carrera, Carrera T, Targa 4 GTS, Carrera 4, Carrera S, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera 4 GTS, Carrera… |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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