🚗 Porsche 911 Targa 4S Tyre Size, Wheel Specs, PCD, Centre Bore & Torque Guide

🔧 Vehicle Overview

The Porsche 911 Targa 4S combines open-top driving with AWD performance, delivering increased power and wider tyres compared to the Targa 4. With its rear-engine + AWD system and staggered setup, precise tyre selection is critical for handling, comfort, and drivetrain reliability.


📊 Factory Wheel & Fitment Specifications

🔩 Core Fitment Data (Targa 4S – All Generations)

  • Bolt Pattern (PCD): 5×130

  • Centre Bore: 71.6 mm

  • Wheel Bolt Thread: M14 × 1.5

  • Wheel Nut Torque: 160 Nm (118 ft-lb)

✅ Same specifications across 991 & 992 Targa 4S models


🛞 Factory Wheel Sizes & Offsets

🔹 Porsche 991 Targa 4S

Position Wheel Size Offset
Front 20x8.5 ET49
Rear 20x11 ET66

🔹 Porsche 992 Targa 4S

Position Wheel Size Offset
Front 20x8.5 ET50
Rear 21x11.5 ET67

📌 Targa 4S shares wheel specs with Carrera 4S models.


📏 Factory Tyre Sizes

🔹 Porsche 991 Targa 4S

  • Front: 245/35R20

  • Rear: 305/30R20


🔹 Porsche 992 Targa 4S

  • Front: 245/35R20

  • Rear: 305/30R21

📌 Wider rear tyres improve traction and performance.


⚙️ AWD Tyre Matching (CRITICAL)

The Targa 4S AWD system requires precise tyre matching:

✔ Same tyre brand front & rear
✔ Same tread pattern
✔ Similar tread depth (within 2–3mm)
✔ Correct rolling diameter

❌ Incorrect matching can cause:

  • AWD system damage

  • Transfer case wear

  • Warning lights


⚙️ Recommended Tyres (Australia)

🔥 Best Daily Performance

  • Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (N-rated)

  • Continental SportContact 7

  • Pirelli P Zero (PZ4 Porsche spec)

✔ Excellent wet & dry performance
✔ Perfect for AWD sports cars


🔇 Comfort Option

  • Continental MaxContact MC7
    ✔ Lower noise
    ✔ Ideal for daily cruising
    ✔ Popular for Targa lifestyle use


🏁 High Performance / Track

  • Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2

  • Pirelli Trofeo R

✔ Maximum grip
✔ Faster wear


⚙️ Aftermarket Upgrade Guide

✔ OEM+ Setup (Recommended)

  • 245/35R20 + 305/30R20/21
    ✔ Maintains AWD system balance


✔ Comfort Setup

  • Same size with touring tyre
    ✔ Reduced noise
    ✔ Improved ride comfort


✔ Performance Setup

  • PS4S / SportContact 7
    ✔ Best all-round performance


⚠️ Critical Fitment Notes

  • AWD requires perfect tyre matching

  • Always replace tyres as a full set (recommended)

  • Staggered setup = NO front-to-rear rotation

  • Incorrect sizing affects:

    • AWD system

    • Porsche Stability Management (PSM)

  • Always recommend N-rated tyres


🛠️ Torque & Installation Guide

  • Torque Spec: 160 Nm

  • Re-torque after 50–100 km

  • Always use torque wrench


🏪 Why Choose Autosport Tyreworld?

At Autosport Tyreworld, we specialise in AWD Porsche performance vehicles:

✔ Correct AWD tyre matching expertise
✔ Porsche-approved tyre options
✔ Premium brands: Michelin, Continental, Pirelli
✔ Precision balancing & performance alignment


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