Porsche 718 Boxster

Name: Porsche 718 Boxster
Brand: Porsche
SKU: Porsche 718 Boxster

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This well-honed convertible sports car is a delight to drive, whether you choose the seven-speed, dual-clutch automatic or the six-speed manual transmission. Both the 2.0- and 2.5-liter turbo four-cylinder engines deliver readily available power, and a stronger 414-hp, 4.0-liter six-cylinder is available. Impressive grip and balance make the car super-responsive and fun to drive. The ride is very firm but not too punishing. The cabin has a premium ambience, but the button-overload controls take getting used to. Opening or closing the well-insulated power top takes 10 seconds and can be done even on the move, up to 43 mph.

The front trunk is a bonus. Disappointingly, BSW is only optional, and other active safety features, such as AEB with pedestrian detection, highway-speed AEB, and RCTW, aren't even available. The Cayman is the coupe version.

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$77,600 - $105,500

Destination Charge: $1995

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Base MSRP Range

$77,600 - $105,500

Destination Charge: $1995

2025 Porsche 718 Boxster

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2017-2025

2017 Model Redesign Year

For 2017, Porsche's redesigned Boxster roadster is renamed 718 Boxster. It offers turbocharged 2.0- and 2.5-liter four-cylinder engines, replacing the previous Sixes. Most 718s come with a seven-speed automated manual, which impersonates a manually shifted gearbox quite well. A manual is also available. Chopping off two cylinders brought more readily available power and a throaty thrum, but at the expense of Porsche's high-revving zing. Handling is superlative with impressive grip and balance, which make the car super-responsive and fun to drive.

The ride is very firm but not too punishing. The cabin has a premium ambience, but the button overload takes getting used to. Opening or closing the well-insulated power top takes 10 seconds, even on the move up to 43 mph. The front trunk is a bonus. Changes for 2020 included a new 718 Spyder model powered by a 414-hp, 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine with a sportier suspension tuning.