2013 Porsche Boxster
Starting MSRP $49,500–$60,900
By Cars.com Staff
Cars.com National April 23, 2012Vehicle Overview
Porsche has redesigned its two-seat Boxster roadster for the 2013 model year, and the new model weighs less but features more powerful flat-six engines. Offered in base and S form, the Boxster hits dealerships in summer 2012. Competitors include the Audi TT, BMW Z4 and Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class.
Exterior
Porsche's redesigned Boxster is both familiar and different at the same time. The classic low-slung roadster shape carries over for the 2013 model year, but all-new styling introduces a design theme with more creases and sharper edges, particularly along the sides of the car leading to the scalloped intakes and over the rear wheels. The headlight assemblies have a more vertical shape than before but don't dramatically alter the front-end. Around back, Porsche elegantly integrates the rear spoiler with the taillights. Exterior features include:
- 18-inch wheels; 19- or 20-inch wheels available
- Longer wheelbase and wider track
- Electric soft-top can open or close in nine seconds and operates at vehicle speeds up to 31 mph, according to Porsche
- LED daytime running lights and taillights
- Available bi-xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
Interior
The Boxster gets a redesigned interior that follows in the footsteps of other recent Porsches by adopting upscale materials befitting the car's premium price (the new Boxster starts at $49,500 plus a destination fee). The padded dashboard looks good, and a slimmer version of Porsche's button-centric center console separates the bucket seats. Interior features include:
- Audio system includes 7-inch screen on dash
- 4.6-inch screen integrated with gauge cluster
- Available Bose premium stereo
- Available dual-zone automatic climate control
- Available navigation system
Under the Hood
The Boxster is powered by a 265-horsepower, 2.7-liter flat-six engine while the Boxster S gets a 315-hp, 3.4-liter flat-six. A six-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is available for both engines. Mechanical features include:
- Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
- Mechanically locking rear differential
- Available Sport Chrono Package with launch control (seven-speed transmission)
Safety
Safety features include:
- Antilock brakes
- Electronic stability system
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| David Thomas | Cars.com National | September 28, 2012 |
| Cars.com Staff | Cars.com National | April 23, 2012 |
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