Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Production years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Following the name of the famous 718 roadster, the 2016 Boxster was introduced two decades after the first generation of the small, mid-engined, Porsche.
The new generation took its inspiration from its famous predecessor and some parts looked similar to those found on the 918 Spyder supercar from 2013. The new generation was sleeker and promised to be even better on the tracks and more comfortable on the roads as well.
At the front, the Boxster featured a front fascia, with LED headlights. It featured a lower and wider grille in the apron. On the sides, the air-intakes for the mid-mounted engine were deeper and taller, to allow a better air-flow for the engine. The door-mirrors were supported by two struts. In the back, a trapezoidal exhaust was installed in the middle of the apron. A retractable wing was mounted behind the engine lid.
Inside, the sport seats were covered in Alcantara in the middle and featured the 718 badges embroiled on the headrests. For the infotainment unit, the Boxster featured a PCM (Porsche Communication Management) which could have been paired to a smartphone via Apple CarPlay. There was a way to communicate with an Android device as well, but it didn't support Android Auto.
The basic Boxster was powered by a twin-turbo 2.0-liter direct-injection gasoline unit. It offered a total output of 300 hp and it was paired as standard with a 6-speed manual, while a 7-speed automatic (PDK – dual-clutch) was on the options list.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0 6MT (300 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | H4 |
Displacement: | 1988 cm3 |
Power: | 220.7 KW @ 6500 RPM 300 HP @ 6500 RPM 296 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 280 lb-ft @ 1950-4500 RPM 380 Nm @ 1950-4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 171 mph (275 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/45 ZR 18 || 265/45 ZR 18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.4 in (4379 mm) |
Width: | 70.9 in (1801 mm) |
Height: | 50.4 in (1280 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.6/60.3 in (1,514/1,532 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 97.4 in (2474 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.2 in (132 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.7 cuFT (275 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2943 lbs (1335 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3649 lbs (1655 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.8 mpg US (9.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 168 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0 7AT (300 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | H4 |
Displacement: | 1988 cm3 |
Power: | 220.7 KW @ 6500 RPM 300 HP @ 6500 RPM 296 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 280 lb-ft @ 1950-4500 RPM 380 Nm @ 1950-4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 171 mph (275 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 7-speed automatic (PDK) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/45 ZR 18 || 265/45 ZR 18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.4 in (4379 mm) |
Width: | 70.9 in (1801 mm) |
Height: | 50.4 in (1280 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.6/60.3 in (1,514/1,532 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 97.4 in (2474 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.2 in (132 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.7 cuFT (275 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3175 lbs (1440 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3880 lbs (1760 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 158 g/km |