Boxster

Overview As per the previous generation, Porsche released the 718 Boxster Spyder. This is the most powerful and aggressive Boxster in the line-up. Firstly, the design changes over a standard Boxster is the most stand-out part of the Spyder. It gains the classic Spyder styling that Porsche has always had..Read More

Overview The Boxster GTS came 2 years after the launch of the 718 Boxster, offering further power and performance over the Boxster S. The upgrade brings in 365hp, and noticeable design differences, making this one of the most aggressive looking Boxsters yet. Large air intakes increases the power, but also..Read More

Overview The fourth generation of Boxster has been remarketed to be named “Porsche 718”, which is a nod to their racing heritage, with the 718 that won the Targa Florio in 1960. As with all model year changes, there comes a number of differences. The modern-overhaul has brought a big..Read More

Overview The most powerful Boxster to come out of Stuttgart so far, was this Porsche Boxster Spyder. The Spyder is a very special version of the Boxster, with the twin hump rear deck and a classic manually opened canvas top. This has the same front and rear fascia from the..Read More

Overview This gen Boxster S is a 3.4-litre flat six, naturally aspirated producing 315hp, with 266lb-ft torque, and is available in both PDK and 6-speed manual. The mid-engined sports convertible is a great fun drivers car, that has agile handling and strong grip on the road. It has a 0-62mph..Read More

Overview For 2009, the Boxster was treated to an upgraded engine and a six-speed gearbox (previoulsy only on the ‘S’ models). The new engine improved performance with 255bhp, while maximum torque rose to 290Nm. As with any mid-engined car, the way the Boxster carries speed is just fabulous: the controls..Read More

Overview The Boxster was treated to the engine from the entry-level Cayman. This was essentially the same as the previous power unit, but had Porsche’s VarioCam Plus valve management with continuous adjustment of intake timing (VarioCam) and variable valve lift switchover (Plus). This gave an extra 5bhp, at 245bhp, while..Read More

Overview Launched at the Geneva Motor Show in 2004, for availability in 2005, the Boxster received a major makeover. The front was treated to new headlights to distinguish it further from the 911, and a new nose with large intakes. At the back, meanwhile, the wings became more shapely and..Read More

Overview After the original 2.5-litre Boxster was criticised for being under-powered, Porsche responded by increasing the capacity to 2.7-litre, at the same time as launching the new S model in 1999.  The increase in engine capacity was achieved by increasing the stroke from 72mm to 78mm, while the bore remained..Read More

Overview Developed in conjunction with the 996-model 911, the Boxster was an entry-level model to replace the aging 968. It was an all-new design that carried nothing over from the previous Porsche. In order to reduce costs, the new car was cleverly developed in close conjunction with the new 996-model..Read More