Porsche 968
The ultimate evolution of Porsche's transaxle era, stripped for the track.
- Power
- 240 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.6 s
- Top speed
- 162 mph
- Est. value
- $55k–$110k
About the Porsche 968
Introduced in 1992 as a track-focused, budget-friendly alternative to the standard 968, the Club Sport (CS) became a critical darling and a legend of the transaxle era. Porsche achieved a 100kg weight saving by removing the rear seats, sound deadening, electric windows, and air conditioning, while adding Recaro bucket seats and a 20mm lower, stiffened suspension. It features the largest production four-cylinder engine of its time, equipped with VarioCam technology for a broad torque curve. Though never officially sold in the US, it is now a highly coveted import known for its near-perfect 50:50 weight distribution and communicative steering.
Porsche 968 specs
The Porsche 968 produces 240 bhp (179 kW) and 305 Nm (225 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.6 seconds and has a top speed of 162 mph (260 km/h).
| Make | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Model | 968 |
| Trim | 968 Club Sport |
| Years | 1992–1995 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 1,923 built |
| Engine | 3.0-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,990 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 240 bhp (179 kW) at 6,200 rpm |
| Torque | 305 Nm (225 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,600 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.6 s |
| Top speed | 162 mph (260 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,320 kg (2,910 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 182 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Porsche 968 worth?
A typical Porsche 968 is estimated to be worth $55,000 – $110,000 (about £41,000 – £82,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Porsche 968 rarity in CarSpot
The Porsche 968 is an Epic card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 69 out of 100. Supercars and serious performance cars, typically worth around £100,000 to £250,000. An Epic card is worth 80 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Porsche 968 fun facts
- The 968 Club Sport was named 'Performance Car of the Year' by the UK's Performance Car magazine in 1993, beating the BMW M3.
- To save weight, Porsche used a smaller battery and a simplified wiring loom, even deleting the rear wiper and heated washer jets.
- Two-time World Rally Champion Walter Röhrl described the 968 Club Sport as the best-handling car Porsche had made up to that point.
