Porsche's entry-level roadster was redesigned for 2013, with a longer wheelbase and a wider track. It gains more horsepower in both the base 2.7-liter six-cylinder and the 3.4-liter engine in the S. Both versions are offered with a choice of a six-speed manual or seven-speed automated manual transmission. The 2.7-liter engine we tested is very responsive and the manual shifter is smooth and crisp. Handling is still excellent despite some loss of steering feedback and the ride is not punishing. The power top is quick and can be opened or closed on the go at up to 35 mph, a very nice convenience, and the front and rear trunks continue to be a bonus.
A subscription to ConsumerReports.org includes Consumer Reports road test reports (based on over 50 different tests).
Porsche Blog Content
Road-trip friendly cars that can go the distance
Memorial Day is fast approaching and that means millions of Americans will be hitting the road for a family trip. The roads will be crowded and you should expect lines at gas stations. A car bred for long-haul driving, with...
Personal picks: Our choices for fun convertibles
Having just tested and lived with a quartet of German roadsters, our staff has convertibles on the brain. No doubt, you've seen the road tests and know the official scores and rankings. We thought it would be fun to go...
Video: How to choose the best convertible car
Looking to add some top-down thrills to your life? Our updated convertibles buying guide video and latest road tests can steer you in the right direction. There are many considerations when choosing a convertible, be it for just weekend escapes...
New York Auto Show: Porsche celebrates 50 years of 911 with a special sports car
For passenger cars, maximum engine speeds don't get much higher than 9,000 rpm. Yet that was the number that keep ringing in my ears after the press conference where Porsche took the wraps off of the latest-and-greatest 911 to date:...
Consumer Reports names the best and worst cars by brand
While car brand reputation can be a strong influence on purchase decisions, such perceptions can be misleading. The reality is, every brand offers models that perform across a spectrum, with some are clearly better than others. As we see in...
