MA1 vs 9A1/MA1

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
9A1/MA1 BUY 82/100
+14 points over MA1
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE MA1 Porsche
0 / 100
BUY 9A1/MA1 Porsche

Specifications

MA1
9A1/MA1
Brand
Porsche
Porsche
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
68
82
Years
2016--2024
2008--2019
Displacement
1988 cc
3800 cc
Layout
F4
F6
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
300--365 hp
350--400 hp
Known Issues
4
1
Total Risk Cost
€5,800--€16,900
€0--€0

Character

MA1

"718 flat-four. Controversial bore scoring debate (rare). Sounds worse than flat-6 but performs. Reliable so far."

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

MA1 4

◆ CRITICAL
Bore scoring (cylinder wall) €5,000--€15,000 30,000 km--100,000 km
● MODERATE
Carbon buildup (DI valves) €500--€1,200 50,000 km--100,000 km
● MODERATE
Coolant expansion tank crack €300--€700 60,000 km--120,000 km
○ MINOR
Turbo lag / boost threshold €0--€0 0 km--∞

9A1/MA1 1

○ MINOR
No significant design flaws known €0--€0 0 km--0 km

Models

MA1 4

718 Boxster 982 2016--2024 Convertible 718 Boxster S 982 2016--2024 Convertible 718 Cayman 982 2016--2024 Coupe 718 Cayman S 982 2016--2024 Coupe

9A1/MA1 0

No models listed.

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