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Summary
There's no question the Boxsters have plenty of competition: Mercedes-Benz SLK, BMW Z3, Honda S2000, Chevrolet Corvette, Audi's upcoming TT roadster, but the Porsche is arguably the best of these in pure sports car terms.The Porsche Boxster is an almost flawless sports car. It looks great and it sounds great. It provides a wonderful driving experience. And it has its own persona. The price differential is large, but with its superior dynamic capabilities and general improved feel, the Boxster S is a big step up from the standard version. In short, the Porsche Boxster S is just a fantastic sports car by every measure.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Boxster ($41,430); Boxster S ($49,930) |
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Engines:
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3.2-liter dohc 24v 6-cylinder |
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Transmissions:
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual airbags, rollover bars, ABS |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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2 years/unlimited miles |
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Assembled In:
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Stuttgart, Germany |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Boxster S ($49,930) |
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Standard Equipment:
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automatic climate control, AM/FM/cassette audio, leather seats, power windows, power locks, power mirrors, anti-theft system, power soft top, 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels, power lumbar adjustment |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Metallic paint ($805); traction control ($870); cruise control ($560); AM/FM/CD ($345); Hi-Fi Sound System with six speakers, amplifier ($600); Windstop air deflector ($365); Litronic headlights ($1070) |
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Destination Charge:
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765 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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55310 |
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Layout:
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mid-engine, rear-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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250 @ 6250 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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225 @ 4500 |
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Transmission:
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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17/24 |
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Wheelbase:
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95.2 |
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Length/width/height:
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171.0/70.1/50.8 |
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Track, f/r:
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57.7/59.2 |
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Turning circle:
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35.8 |
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Seating capacity:
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2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.1/NA/41.6 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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Cargo volume:
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9.1 (combined) |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Independent |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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2855 |
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Tires:
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P205/50ZR17 - P255/40ZR17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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16.9 |
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