The Porsche Boxster is a mid-engined roadster built by Porsche.

The Boxster is Porsche’s first vehicle designed by Harm Lagaay from the beginning as a roadster; all previous Porsche convertibles were based on hardtop coupes.

The design of the Boxster models is governed by one philosophy above all: that the styling of a Porsche reflects its inner values. Here, the primary value is extreme performance.

Both Boxster models are equipped with brand engine developments. The Boxster has a larger capacity, performance-enhanced, water-cooled six-cylinder Boxer engine that is free revving, with optimum load change and extremely smooth running. With a perfectly matched interplay of all engine components, the Boxster now develops 188 kW (255 hp).

VarioCam Plus in conjunction with the optimised intake manifold ensures high torque even at low speeds, and excellent power development in the upper rev range. Maximum torque is available over a wide rev range, reaching 290 Nm between 4,400 and 6,000 rpm.

The engine in the Boxster S features direct fuel injection (DFI). This means even more power: the 3.4-litre power plant develops 228 kW (310 hp) at a maximum torque of 360 Nm between 4,400 and 5,500 rpm.

Porsche Boxster Roadster Interior:

The optional Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), with both manual gearshift and an automatic mode, enables smooth gear changes with no interruption in the flow of power. This results in significantly faster acceleration and lower fuel consumption, without having to sacrifice the ease of automatic transmission.

Each black circular dial in the instrument cluster – aluminium-coloured in the Boxster S – provides important information at a glance. In the centre is the analogue rev counter with digital speedometer and a customisable display of key data from the standard on-board computer. Additional data, such as average fuel consumption, fuel range or the data of the optional TPM can be shown as desired.

Fitted as standard is a six-speed manual gearbox which is perfectly matched to the characteristics of the engine. The shift throw is short and precise, the tuning is sporty – as befits the character of the Boxster models. The dual-mass flywheel minimises engine noise and the control cable mechanism prevents vibrations from being transmitted to the gear lever.

The standard seats with centre upholstered in Alcantara offer a high degree of comfort with good lateral support and optimised under-seat suspension.