The car itself looks stunning and attractive due to the color and logo of a German auto maker. The Porsche Boxster is one of the preferred cars that are in the mid segment for power and luxury. The mid sports car is simply superb to handle and has good output too. The 2-seater roadster receives A+ for impressive handling characteristics and superb performance. The car has a beautifully stylized exterior that follows traditional Porsche design, and the interior is classy with full leather upholstery. It comes loaded with advanced features such as active steering and PASM active suspension system.
The Boxster competes with the SLK-Class from Mercedes-Benz. The most recent update to the Boxster series was introduced in 2009. The base model gained 10 horsepower, thanks to a new 2.9-liter V6. It now delivers 255 hp at 6500 rpm and 214 pound-feet of torque between 4600 and 6000 rpm.
General Data
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Overview
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| Model |
Boxster |
| Body Type |
Roadster |
| Number of Doors |
2 |
| Seating Capacity |
2 |
| Fuel Capacity |
64 liters |
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Dimensions
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| Length |
4329 mm |
| Width |
1801 mm |
| Height |
1292 mm |
| Wheelbase |
2415 mm |
| Ground Clearance |
N/A |
| Minimum Turning Radius |
5.5 m |
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Engine
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| Type |
2.7L 6-cylinder boxer - Boxster3.4L 6-cylinder boxer - Boxster S |
| Number of Cylinders |
6 |
| Displacement |
2687 cc |
| Transmission |
5-Speed Manual - Boxster,6-Speed Manual - Boxster S |
| Max. Power |
245 bhp @ 6500 rpm - Boxster295 bhp @ 6250 rpm - Boxster S |
| Max. Torque |
273 Nm @ 4600-6000 rpm - Boxster340 Nm @ 4400 - 6000 rpm - Boxster S |
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Weight
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| Kerb Weight |
1355 kg |
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Suspension
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| Front Suspension |
McPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension |
McPherson Strut |
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Brake
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| Front |
Ventilated Disc |
| Rear |
Ventilated Disc |
| Steering Type |
Rack & Pinion, Power Assisted |
| Tyre Size |
235/40 R18 - front, 265/40 R18 - rear |
Additional Features
- Boxster III aluminum wheels : 17″ x 7″ Boxster III aluminum front wheels, 17″ x 8.5″ Boxster III aluminum rear wheels
- P205/55ZR17 summer performance front tires
- P235/50ZR17 summer performance rear tires
- Power convertible top w/heated glass rear window
- Speed-dependent rear spoiler
- Halogen headlights w/welcome home function
- LED lights : tail lights, brake lights, rear driver fog light
- Front/rear fog lamps
- Tinted glass
- Heated Power mirrors
- Variable intermittent wipers w/heated washer nozzles
- 6-speed manual transmission
- 2.9L DOHC SMFI horizontally-opposed 24-valve 6-cyl engine
- VarioCam Plus continuously variable valve timing system
- Motronic ME 7.8 engine management software
- Double inertia flywheel
- Rear wheel drive
- Independent 4-wheel Mac Pherson strut suspension
- Front/rear stabilizer bars
- Power steering
- Power 4-wheel vented disc brakes : 4-piston fixed alloy calipers painted black
- Stainless steel exhausts system : central tailpipe
- 16.9 gallon fuel tank
- Aluminum-look interior trim
- Standard leather Power reclining bucket seats
- Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel : full color Porsche crest
- Telescoping steering column
- Instrumentation : analog speedometer, tachometer, trip odometer, clock
- Trip computer
- Power windows : 1-touch up/down, anti-jam feature
- Central locking system w/remote control
- Remote unlocking front/rear trunks
- Home Link universal transmitter
- Cruise control
- Anti-theft system : engine immobilizing, transponder key, interior sensor, remote control
- Alarm system
- Climate control w/carbon filter
- Dash-mounted pop-out cup holders
- Auxiliary Power outlets
- Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
- Leather-wrapped shift knob
- Center storage compartment
Power and Performance
The 2010 model has a super exhaust system, which generates an errant noise. This ensures that you have a good time while power shifting. The engines are enhanced by ‘VarioCam Plus’ valve timing technology that enables them to generate more power and deliver improved mileage. The roadster comes with PASM active suspension system that offers continuous adjustment of individual damping settings to suit different road conditions and driving styles. The Boxster S comes with a firmer sport suspension for a sportier ride.The Porsche Boxster is Available in two variants - Base and S. The base model is powered by a 2.7L 6-cylinder boxer engine that delivers 245 bhp whereas the ‘S’ is equipped with a 3.2L 6-cylinder boxster engine that churns out 295 bhp. The Boxster can sprint from 0-100 km/h in just 6.1 seconds. Both variants come with either a 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed Tiptronic S automatic. The gear shifts on the transmission can be adjusted to put the car in ‘Economy’ or ‘Sport’ mode. The car gives better mileage in economy mode but its performance is reduced.
Looks and styling
All the color options given to the car suits its personality. The design of the car is simply superb and stylish. Customization of interiors can be done at the Porsche centre. This is one of the advanced options given in the car that can help in buying your dream car. The plush interior comes with leather-upholstered sport seats. The instrument panel has a sporty three-gauge design and the audio system is premium Bose surround sound. For convenience, parking assist and navigation systems are available.The exterior of the car is also superbly stylized. With latest technology on board, lots of detailed results can be obtained. Ducts and directional spoilers play a key role in moving air around and through the Boxster, cooling the radiators as well as the brakes. A spoiler extends out of the car’s rear when the speed reaches over 75 mph, ensuring down force and stability. The Boxster’s drag coefficient is remarkably low at just 0.29.
Safety features
- 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Automatic brake differential (ABD)
- Porsche stability management (PSM)
- Traction Control (ASR)
- Crumple-zone body structure
- Driver & passenger front airbags -inc: front passenger on/off switch
- Door mounted side-impact airbags
- Door trim mounted head curtain airbags
- 3-point seat belts w/pretensioners & load limiters
- Tire pressure monitoring system
- Boron steel tubing around windshield
- Integrated fixed supplemental safety bars -inc: soft-touch covering
- Reinforced passenger compartment
Why the Porsche Boxster
- Good looks
- Superb handling
- Great performance
- Fuel efficient
- Good features offered
Why not the Porsche Boxster
- Not enough space for storage
The Judge says
Good car that has style too. Output of the car could have been much better if Porsche would have installed a high powered engine. Dynamics of the car are pretty good compared to other manufacturers. It ensures you stay on road all the time with an excellent grip. Looks aside, the car ca |
