A new Porsche 911 Targa costs from around €265,674 for the Targa 4S and from around €302,003 for the Targa 4 GTS in Ireland in 2026 — and those figures already include a hefty Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT). The Targa is the open-top 911 with a fixed roll-hoop and a removable roof panel, and because it runs a petrol flat-six, it sits near the top of Ireland's CO₂-based VRT scale. That is why a car listed elsewhere in pounds or dollars almost always lands higher once it reaches an Irish forecourt. This guide breaks down what each variant really costs, what VRT adds, and what changes if you import one.
How much does a Porsche 911 Targa cost in Ireland?
In Ireland the 911 Targa is sold in two factory variants: the Targa 4S from around €265,674 and the Targa 4 GTS from around €302,003 (Porsche Cars Ireland, 2026). These are starting prices for the base specification — options such as paint, wheels and interior packages push the figure higher. Both are all-wheel-drive petrol cars, and both prices are Irish on-the-road prices with VRT included.
911 Targa 4S price and specs
The 911 Targa 4S starts at €265,674 new in Ireland (Porsche Cars Ireland, 2026). It uses a 3.0-litre flat-six twin-turbo engine producing 480 PS, good for 0–100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 308 km/h, with combined CO₂ emissions of 244–248 g/km (Porsche). The 4S is the entry point to the Targa line, pairing the classic five-tube instrument layout with the 8-speed PDK gearbox.
911 Targa 4 GTS price and specs
The 911 Targa 4 GTS starts at €302,003 new in Ireland (Porsche Cars Ireland; confirmed by Carzone Ireland, 2026). It swaps in the new 3.6-litre flat-six T-Hybrid powertrain for 541 PS, hitting 0–100 km/h in 3.1 seconds with Sport Chrono and topping out at 312 km/h, with CO₂ of 239–244 g/km (Porsche). At 244 g/km the annual road tax is €2,400 (Carzone).
| Variant | From (Ireland, 2026) | Power | 0–100 km/h | CO₂ | Road tax/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Targa 4S | ~€265,674 | 480 PS | 3.7 s | 244–248 g/km | — |
| Targa 4 GTS | ~€302,003 | 541 PS | 3.1 s | 239–244 g/km | €2,400 |
Targa 4S vs Targa 4 GTS: what the extra money buys
The roughly €36,000 gap between the Targa 4S and Targa 4 GTS buys 61 extra PS, the new T-Hybrid powertrain and a quicker 0–100 km/h time. Once you know each starting price, the obvious question is whether the GTS premium is worth it.
The 4S runs the proven 3.0-litre flat-six twin-turbo at 480 PS and 308 km/h (Porsche). The 4 GTS steps up to the 3.6-litre flat-six T-Hybrid at 541 PS and 312 km/h, dropping the sprint to 3.1 seconds with the Sport Chrono Package (Porsche). Beyond raw output, the GTS adds sharper standard chassis hardware and a more aggressive front design. For buyers chasing the most modern, most powerful open-top 911, the GTS justifies its position; for those who simply want the Targa silhouette and everyday usability, the 4S is the value choice.
Why VRT makes a 911 Targa so expensive in Ireland
Because the 911 Targa is petrol, its VRT sits near the top CO₂ band — roughly 37–41% of the OMSP — plus a NOx levy capped at €600, with no EV relief whatsoever (Revenue). Those headline prices are high partly because of the car itself, but mostly because of how Ireland taxes a high-emission petrol sports car.
VRT is charged as a percentage of the Open Market Selling Price (OMSP), and that percentage climbs with CO₂ emissions. At 244–248 g/km, a new Targa falls in the highest band Revenue applies to Category A passenger cars. On top of that comes the petrol NOx levy, capped at €600. None of the relief available to electric vehicles applies here.
What is the OMSP and how Revenue sets it
The OMSP is the price Revenue considers the car would sell for on the open Irish market — not necessarily the price you paid. Revenue maintains its own valuations, so the OMSP it uses can differ from a foreign list price or a private deal. For a new Targa bought through Porsche Cars Ireland, the OMSP and the list price effectively align, which is why the VRT is already reflected in the €265,674 / €302,003 figures.
Worked example: VRT on a Targa 4S and 4 GTS
To illustrate, take a Targa with an OMSP near its Irish list price. Applying a top-band rate of around 37–41% to that OMSP, then adding the €600 NOx levy, gives a VRT component running well into six figures before the car is even registered.
Importing a Porsche 911 Targa to Ireland: the real cost
Importing a 911 Targa from Great Britain means paying 10% customs duty and 23% VAT on top of VRT, while routing the car through Northern Ireland can avoid the customs duty. If the Irish list price feels steep, many buyers look abroad — but importing adds its own layer of tax.
A GB import is treated as bringing a car in from outside the EU customs territory, so the typical bill stacks up like this:
- Customs duty — around 10% of the car's value (Great Britain origin).
- VAT at 23%, charged on the value plus duty.
- VRT, calculated on the Irish OMSP as above.
- Registration via the NCTS within the legal deadline after the car arrives.
Used and classic 911 Targa prices in Ireland
A used 911 Targa is far cheaper than new, and any Targa aged 30 years or more qualifies for a flat €200 classic VRT instead of the full CO₂-based charge (Revenue). New isn't the only route — the used and classic market changes the price equation completely.
Used 991-generation Targas trade across a wide band depending on year, mileage and variant, with later low-mileage GTS cars holding their value best. The real saving on older cars is registration: once a Targa passes the 30-year mark — bringing air-cooled 964 and 993 Targas into play — the punishing percentage-of-OMSP VRT is replaced by the €200 classic flat rate.