997 · 2004–2008

Porsche 911 Carrera 997 · 325 hp (2004 to 2008)

The Porsche 911 Carrera of the 997 generation uses the M97 3.6 flat-6 petrol engine with 325 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
325 PS / 239 kW
Displacement
3 596 cm³
Cylinders
6
Engine code
M97 3.6 flat-6
Period covered
2004–2008
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Manual · 6 speeds
  • Automatic · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

325 hp (239 kW), rear-wheel drive, 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic. Built from 2004 to 2008.

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In the range

It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation.

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

About 20,000 km or 2 years

20 000 km

24 months

Porsche A40 approved oil (C30 depending on engine). Shorter intervals for track use.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Every 24 months

24 months

Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Porsche 911 Carrera 997?

The M97 3.6 flat-6 petrol engine (3 596 cc), 325 hp (239 kW).

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Which oil for the Porsche 911 Carrera?

A Porsche A40 / C30-approved oil suited to the M97 3.6 flat-6 engine.

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Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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