ACCEPTABLE Current

M28.70/M28.80

Porsche · 4.0 V8 Twin-Turbo

2017–present

0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE

"Brute force V8TT. 550-630hp. Reliable but maintenance costs are eye-watering. Turbo oil lines need watching."

Layout V8
Displacement 3996 cc
Power 550–630 hp
Type Petrol Turbo
Known Issues 4
Total Risk Cost €3,800–€10,200

Mileage Risk Timeline

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Known Issues 4

▲ HIGH

Turbo oil feed line leak

€2,000–€5,000 50,000 km–100,000 km
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Detection

Oil on undertray, burning smell, low oil warning

Details

Oil feed lines to turbos can develop leaks. Fire risk if ignored. Inspect at every service.

Greece Note

Σωλήνες τροφοδοσίας λαδιού turbo. Κίνδυνος φωτιάς αν αγνοηθεί. Έλεγχος σε κάθε σέρβις.

● MODERATE

Ignition coil / spark plug failure

€400–€1,200 40,000 km–80,000 km
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Detection

Misfire, rough idle, CEL

Details

High-output V8TT is hard on ignition components. Replace plugs every 40k km. Coils every 80k km.

Greece Note

Υψηλής απόδοσης V8TT φθείρει μπουζί/πολύ. Αλλαγή μπουζί κάθε 40k km, πολύ κάθε 80k km.

● MODERATE

Coolant line / hose deterioration

€800–€2,500 60,000 km–120,000 km
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Detection

Coolant weep, sweet smell, low coolant warning

Details

Multiple coolant hoses in tight V8 bay. Silicone upgrade recommended at 80k+ km.

Greece Note

Πολλοί σωλήνες ψυκτικού σε στενό χώρο V8. Αναβάθμιση σε σιλικόνη συνιστάται στα 80k+ km.

○ MINOR

Engine/transmission mount wear

€600–€1,500 80,000 km–150,000 km
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Detection

Vibration at idle, clunk on acceleration

Details

Heavy V8TT stresses mounts. Hydraulic mounts wear. Replace in pairs.

Greece Note

Βαρύ V8TT φθείρει βάσεις. Υδραυλικές βάσεις. Αντικατάσταση σε ζεύγη.

Models with M28.70/M28.80 4

Other Porsche Engines

Tuning Potential

Stage 1 ~700hp

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Porsche M28.70/M28.80 reliable?

The Porsche M28.70/M28.80 scores 70/100 with a verdict of ACCEPTABLE. It has 4 documented issues with total repair costs between €3,800 and €10,200.

What are the common problems with the M28.70/M28.80?

The most common issues are:

  • Turbo oil feed line leak — high, repair cost €2,000–€5,000, 50,000 km–100,000 km
  • Ignition coil / spark plug failure — moderate, repair cost €400–€1,200, 40,000 km–80,000 km
  • Coolant line / hose deterioration — moderate, repair cost €800–€2,500, 60,000 km–120,000 km
  • Engine/transmission mount wear — minor, repair cost €600–€1,500, 80,000 km–150,000 km
What cars use the Porsche M28.70/M28.80?

The M28.70/M28.80 is found in:

How much does it cost to repair the M28.70/M28.80?

Total potential repair costs for all 4 known issues range from €3,800 to €10,200. The most expensive issue is typically .

What years was the M28.70/M28.80 produced?

The Porsche M28.70/M28.80 was produced from 2017 to present. It is a 3996cc V8 petrol turbo engine.

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