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MSRP
Porsche Boxster $48,100
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ENGINE
Type:
3,436cc Flat-6
Valvetrain: DOHC 4-valves/cyl.; variable valve timing (VarioCam Plus)
Power [hp at rpm]: 320 at 7,200
Torque [lb-ft at rpm]: 273 at 4,750
Bore & Stroke [mm]: 97.0 x 77.5
Compression Ratio: 12.5:1
Redline: 7,500
Mileage City / Hwy [mpg]: 19 - 20 (PDK) / 27 - 29 (PDK)
 
TRANSMISSIONS
Type:
6-speed manual
Ratios: 3.31, 1.95, 1.41, 1.13, 0.95, 0.81
Final Drive: 3.00
 
Type:
7-speed dual-clutch (PDK)
Ratios: 3.91, 2.29, 1.65, 1.30, 1.08, 0.88, 0.62
Final Drive: 3.55
 
LAYOUT
Engine position:
Mid-engine
Driveline:
Rear-wheel-drive
 
SUSPENSION
Front:
MacPherson struts; coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear:
MacPherson struts; coil springs, anti-roll bar
 
BRAKES
Front:
12.5 x 1.1 in. power-assisted cross-drilled and vented discs
Rear:
11.8 x 0.8 in. power-assisted cross-drilled and vented discs
 
WEIGHT & CAPACITIES
Curb weight [lbs]:
2,811
Fuel Capacity [gal.]: 14.3
 
STEERING
Type:
Rack & Pinion; power-assist
Turning Circle [ft.]
36.4
 
STANDARD TECHNICAL FEATURES
  • Air compressor
  • Halogen headlights
  • Limited slip differential
  • P235/35 ZR19 performance tires in front
  • P265/35 ZR19 performance tires in rear
  • Security system
  • Theft-deterrent system
  • Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
  • Ultra low emission vehicle (ULEV II)
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Length [in.]:
172.1
Width [in.]:
76.9
Height [in.]:
50.9
Wheelbase [in.]: 95.1
Front Track [in.]: 56.3
Rear Track [in.]: 60.2
 
Coefficient of Drag:
0.30
 
STANDARD EXTERIOR FEATURES
  • 2 door curb lights
  • 2 doors
  • Body color front and rear bumper, door handles
  • Convertible top
  • Fog lights in front and rear
  • Power remote, heated and folding left door mirror
  • Power remote, heated and folding right door mirror
  • Spoiler in rear
  • Variable intermittent wipers with heated washers
  • Windblocker
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Seating Capacity:
2
 
Front Headroom [in.]:
37.6
Front Legroom [in.]:
33.5
Front Shoulderroom [in.]:
51.5
Front Hiproom [in.]:
53.4
 
Cargo Cap. [cu-ft]:
9.9
 
STANDARD INTERIOR FEATURES
  • 2 12V power outlets
  • 2-way driver sport seat
  • 2-way front passenger sport seat
  • Ashtray
  • Cargo area carpeting, light and net
  • Cigarette lighter
  • Clock
  • Cruise control
  • Driver footrest
  • External temperature display
  • Floor carpeting
  • Front seat center console with armrest and storage
  • Illuminated entry
  • Illuminated visor vanity mirrors in front
  • Keyfob remote keyless entry
  • Leather steering-wheel, shift knob and door panels
  • Lighted and lockable glove box
  • Part-leather seat-upholstery
  • Power windows; with one-touch open in front
  • Rear window defogger
  • Remote trunk release
  • Tachometer
  • Tilting and telescoping steering-wheel
  • Tinted windows
  • Trip computer
  • Universal garage-door opener
  • Variable instrument panel lighting
STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES
  • Airbags in front
  • Anti-lock brakes (ABS)
  • Brake assist
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Front head restraints
  • Front seatbelt pretensioners
  • Roll-over protection
  • Side-curtain airbags in front
  • Side-impact airbags in front
  • Side-impact bars
  • Traction control
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