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Key specifications
- Gas Flat 6-cyl
- Engine Type
- 18 City / 26 Hwy
- MPG
- 240 hp
- Horsepower
- 2
- Seating Capacity
- 199 @ 4700-6000
- SAE Net Torque @ RPM
- 240 @ 6400
- SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
- 2.7L/164
- Displacement
- Gas Flat 6-cyl
- Engine Type
- MacPherson Strut
- Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
- MacPherson Strut
- Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
- Independent
- Suspension Type - Rear
- Independent
- Suspension Type - Front
- N/A
- Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
- 17 gal
- Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
- N/A
- Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
- N/A
- Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
- N/A
- Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
- N/A
- Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
- Not Available
- Drum - Rear (Yes or )
- 11.77 x 0.79 in
- Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
- 11.73 x 0.94 in
- Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
- Yes
- Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Notable features
Redesigned for 2005
240- or 280-hp engine
Manual or automatic
Head-protection airbags
Engine
199 @ 4700-6000 SAE Net Torque @ RPM
240 @ 6400 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
2.7L/164 Displacement
Gas Flat 6-cyl Engine Type
Suspension
MacPherson Strut Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
MacPherson Strut Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Independent Suspension Type - Rear
Independent Suspension Type - Front
Weight & Capacity
N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
17 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
2,855 lbs Base Curb Weight
Electrical
N/A Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
N/A Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
Brakes
Not Available Drum - Rear (Yes or )
11.77 x 0.79 in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
11.73 x 0.94 in Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
N/A Brake ABS System (Second Line)
Four-Wheel Brake ABS System
Pwr Brake Type
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Factory warranties
New car program benefits
Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
10 years
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Age / mileage
13 Years / 124,000 miles
Basic
2 years / unlimited miles after new-car limited warranty expires or from the date of sale if the new vehicle limited warranty has expired
Dealer certification
111-point inspection
The good & the bad
The good
Handling and control
Performance, especially in Boxster S
Braking response
Pedigree
Overall driving pleasure
The bad
Top-up visibility
Rough ride on harsh pavement
Price, when options are chosen
Most recent
2006 Boxster Has It All!
I have owned old and new 911’s, including a 2004 911 Turbo, and my current 2006 Boxster Base with the silky smooth 5 speed manual has been the most fun to drive. Small, light, nimble, great exhaust note, etc. It’s just a well-refined, well-engineered and perfectly balanced roadster. I love it. My dad once said “The Germans will
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Having fun
- Does recommend this car
Best car I ever had, Corvette notwithstanding
It is unreal to drive, throaty dual exhaust growl...cornering is exhilirating...top down summer fun....get the 5spd manual what a smooth gearbox...paint is superb...fit and finish exemplary...no squeaks or rattles like my Vette
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Having fun
- Does recommend this car
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