9A2 vs 9A1/MA1
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
9A1/MA1
BUY
82/100
+2 points over 9A2
0
/ 100
BUY
9A2
Porsche
0
/ 100
BUY
9A1/MA1
Porsche
Specifications
9A2
9A1/MA1
Brand
Porsche
Porsche
Verdict
BUY
BUY
Reliability
80
82
Years
2016--present
2008--2019
Displacement
2981 cc
3800 cc
Layout
F6
F6
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
370--450 hp
350--400 hp
Known Issues
4
1
Total Risk Cost
€2,300--€6,100
€0--€0
Character
9A2
"Modern 911 heart. No IMS drama (thats 996/997). Reliable, powerful, expensive to service. Porsche at its best."
9A1/MA1
"991 Carrera NA and 997.2. Direct fuel injection. No IMS bearing. No bore scoring concern. Porsche's most reliable modern flat-6. Oil separator system improved. Excellent longevity."
Issues Comparison
9A2 4
● MODERATE
Coolant pipe leak (rear)
○ MINOR
Spark plug replacement (access)
○ MINOR
Sport exhaust valve actuator
○ MINOR
Rear main seal weep
9A1/MA1 1
○ MINOR
No significant design flaws known
Models
9A1/MA1 0
No models listed.