Compare 2016 Porsche Boxster specifications by trim levels
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Boxster is a 2-seat Roadster from Porsche, which first hit the market back in 1999.
With the price tag ranging from $52,100 to $82,100, the Porsche Boxster faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals.
The Porsche Boxster has a maximum towing capacity of 5000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Porsche Boxster boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 24 to 30 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 70.90mm x 173.40mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2016 Porsche Boxster
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Fuel Tank: 16.9 gal
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Wheelbase: 97.4 in
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MPG: 20 city/30 hwy
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0-60 mph: 5.7 sec
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Ground clearance: 4.3 in
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Engine: 2.7L H-6
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Towing capacity: 5000 lbs
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Curb: 2888 lbs
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Tires: P235/45ZR18.0 BSW performance
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Cargo: 9.9 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 2
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Dimensions(LxWxH): from 172.2 x 70.9 x 49.7
2016 Porsche Boxster Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Porsche Boxster is offered in 5 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Porsche Boxster safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Porsche Boxster specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Roadster
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Doors 2
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Engine
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Engine 2.7L H-6,3.4L H-6,3.8L H-6 DOHC
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Horsepower 265 hp @ 6700 –
375 hp @ 6700 -
Torque 206 lb-ft. –
310 lb-ft. -
Transmission 6-spd man w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 4.3 - 5.7 sec
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1/4 mile time 12.6 - 14 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 172.2 in
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Width 70.9 in
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Height 50.5 in
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Wheelbase 97.4 in
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Curb Weight 2888 lbs
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GVWR 3627 lbs
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Towing capacity 5000 lbs
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Ground clearance 4.3 in
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Turning radius 18.2 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 2
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 14.3 - 16.9 gal
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City 18 - 20 mpg
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Combined 21 - 26 mpg
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Highway 24 - 30 mpg
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Highway range 343.2 - 507 mi
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WARRANTY
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Powertrain Warranty 48 months/50,000 miles mths/miles
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Specifications 
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
GTS 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Exterior length | |||
| 172.2 " in | 172.2 " in | 173.4 " in | 172.2 " in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 70.9 " in | 70.9 " in | 70.9 " in | 70.9 " in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 50.5 " in | 50.4 " in | 50.1 " in | 50.5 " in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 265 @ 6,700 rpm | 315 @ 6,700 rpm | 330 @ 6,700 rpm | 265 @ 6,700 rpm |
| Torque | |||
| 206 @ 4,400 rpm | 266 @ 4,500 rpm | 273 @ 4,500 rpm | 206 @ 4,400 rpm |
| Fuel economy - city | |||
| 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 19 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |||
| 30 mpg | 28 mpg | 26 mpg | 30 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 5.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 14.0 seconds | 13.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds | 14.0 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed | |||
| 102 mph | 107 mph | 108 mph | 102 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
| .9 | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom speed | |||
| 61 mph | 62 mph | 63 mph | 61 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.50/2.85 " | 3.82/3.05 " | 3.82/3.05 " | 3.50/2.85 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 2,888 lbs. | 2,910 lbs. | 2,965 lbs. | 2,888 lbs. |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 3,627 lbs. | 3,649 lbs. | 3,649 lbs. | 3,627 lbs. |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 97.4 " in | 97.4 " in | 97.4 " in | 97.4 " in |
| Front track | |||
| 60.1 " | 60.1 " | 60.1 " | 60.1 " |
| Rear track | |||
| 60.5 " | 60.6 " | 60.6 " | 60.5 " |
| Turning radius | |||
| 18.2 '' | 18.2 '' | 18.2 '' | 18.2 '' |
| Front legroom | |||
| 42.6 " in | 42.6 " in | 42.6 " in | 42.6 " in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 38.6 " in | 38.6 " in | 38.6 " in | 38.6 " in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 53.4 " in | 53.4 " in | 53.4 " in | 53.4 " in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 51.7 " in | 51.7 " in | 51.7 " in | 51.7 " in |
| Luggage volume | |||
| 9.9 cu.ft. | 9.9 cu.ft. | 9.9 cu.ft. | 9.9 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) | |||
| 9.9 cu.ft. | 9.9 cu.ft. | 9.9 cu.ft. | 9.9 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 16.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Payload | |||
| 739 lbs. | 739 lbs. | 739 lbs. | 739 lbs. |
| Drag coefficient | |||
| .30 | .31 | .32 | .30 |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Exterior length |
| 173.4 " in |
| Exterior body width |
| 70.9 " in |
| Exterior height |
| 49.7 " in |
| Horsepower |
| 375 @ 6,700 rpm |
| Torque |
| 310 @ 4,750 rpm |
| Fuel economy - city |
| 18 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway |
| 24 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) |
| 4.3 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time |
| 12.6 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed |
| 112 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) |
| .9 |
| Slalom speed |
| 63 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke |
| 4.02/3.05 " |
| Curb weight |
| 2,899 lbs. |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
| 3,638 lbs. |
| Wheelbase |
| 97.4 " in |
| Front track |
| 60.1 " |
| Rear track |
| 60.6 " |
| Turning radius |
| 18.2 '' |
| Front legroom |
| 42.6 " in |
| Front headroom |
| 38.6 " in |
| Front hip room |
| 53.4 " in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 51.7 " in |
| Luggage volume |
| 9.9 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) |
| 9.9 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank |
| 14.3 gal. |
| Drag coefficient |
| .33 |
Interior Features
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
GTS 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| manual | manual | manual | dual zone automatic |
| Clock | |||
| in-dash | in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
| Cupholders | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Gear shift knob trim | |||
| leather | leather/aluminum | Alcantara simulated suede/aluminum | leather |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Floor console | |||
| full | full | full | full |
| Floor mats | |||
| carpet front | carpet front | carpet front | carpet front |
| Front windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| 1-touch window down | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation | |||
| analog | analog | analog | analog |
| Lighting - map lights | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Lighting - dome light | |||
| fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror | |||
| day-night | day-night | day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Remote trunk release | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Steering wheel material | |||
| leather | leather | simulated suede/aluminum | leather/aluminum |
| Lighter elements | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Cell phone | |||
| pre-wiring | pre-wiring | pre-wiring | pre-wiring |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Air conditioning, front |
| manual |
| Clock |
| in-dash |
| Cupholders |
| front |
| Gear shift knob trim |
| Alcantara simulated suede/aluminum |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 3 |
| Floor console |
| full |
| Floor mats |
| carpet front |
| Front windows |
| power |
| 1-touch window down |
| driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation |
| analog |
| Lighting - map lights |
| front |
| Lighting - dome light |
| fade |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror |
| day-night |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Remote trunk release |
| power |
| Steering wheel material |
| simulated suede/aluminum |
| Lighter elements |
| front |
| Cell phone |
| pre-wiring |
Exterior Features
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
GTS 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Antenna | |||
| window grid | window grid | window grid | window grid |
| Body material | |||
| galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum |
| Paint | |||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Door count | |||
| 2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |||
| trunk | trunk | trunk | trunk |
| Tinted windows | |||
| light | light | light | light |
| Rear window type | |||
| fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | |||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
| Spoiler | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Front tires | |||
| P235/45ZR18.0 BSW performance | P235/40ZR19.0 BSW performance | P235/35ZR20.0 BSW performance | P235/35ZR20.0 BSW performance |
| Wheels | |||
| 18" silver aluminum | 19" silver aluminum | 20" silver aluminum | 20" machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
| Mirrors, auto dimming | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – |
| Tires - rear | |||
| 265/45ZR18 | 265/40ZR19 | 265/35ZR20 | 265/35ZR20 |
| Convertible top | |||
| power | power | power | power |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Body material |
| galvanized steel/aluminum |
| Paint |
| clearcoat monotone |
| Fog/driving lights |
| front and rear |
| Door count |
| 2 doors |
| Rear cargo door |
| trunk |
| Tinted windows |
| light |
| Rear window type |
| fixed |
| Mirrors |
| dual power remote |
| Spoiler |
| power |
| Front tires |
| P235/35ZR20.0 BSW performance |
| Wheels |
| 20" silver aluminum |
| Windshield wipers - front |
| variable intermittent |
| Mirrors, auto dimming |
| driver and passenger |
| Tires - rear |
| 265/35ZR20 |
| Convertible top |
| manual |
Seats
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
GTS 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Front seat type | |||
| bucket | bucket | sport | bucket |
| Standard seating | |||
| 2 passengers | 2 passengers | 2 passengers | 2 passengers |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 2-way power | 2-way power | 2-way power | 2-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 2-way power | 2-way power | 2-way power | 2-way power |
| Lumbar support | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Front armrests | |||
| center | center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | |||
| fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Heated front seats | |||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory | |||
| driver | driver | driver | driver |
| Seat trim | |||
| simulated suede/leatherette | simulated suede/leatherette | simulated suede/leatherette | simulated suede/leatherette |
| Cooled front seats | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Front seat type |
| sport |
| Standard seating |
| 2 passengers |
| Front driver seat direction controls |
| 2-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls |
| 2-way power |
| Lumbar support |
| driver and passenger |
| Front armrests |
| center |
| Front head restraints |
| fixed |
| Heated front seats |
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory |
| driver |
| Seat trim |
| simulated suede/leatherette |
Entertainment System
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
GTS 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Radio | |||
| AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan |
| CD player | |||
| in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers | |||
| 4 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Amplifier | |||
| 445W | – | – | – |
| Navigation system | |||
| yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Radio |
| radio prep |
| CD player |
| 6-disc |
| Speakers |
| prep |
| Amplifier |
| 445W premium |
| Navigation system |
| yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 1 |
Safety and Security Features
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
GTS 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | |||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | |||
| curtain 1st row | curtain 1st row | curtain 1st row | curtain 1st row |
| Traction control | |||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Headlights | |||
| halogen | high intensity low/high beam, Bi-Xenon | high intensity low/high beam, Bi-Xenon | high intensity low/high beam, Bi-Xenon |
| Exterior light control | |||
| fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Remote keyless entry | |||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks | |||
| power | power | power with 2 stage unlock | power |
| Airbags, knee protection | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Airbags, frontal |
| driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact |
| seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain |
| curtain 1st row |
| Traction control |
| ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
| front |
| Headlights |
| high intensity low/high beam, Bi-Xenon |
| Exterior light control |
| fully automatic |
| Door curb lights |
| 2 |
| Remote keyless entry |
| keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks |
| power with 2 stage unlock |
| Airbags, knee protection |
| driver and passenger |
Mechanical Features
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
GTS 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Engine | |||
| 2.7L H-6 | 3.4L H-6 | 3.4L H-6 | 2.7L H-6 |
| Engine - valvetrain | |||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Brakes | |||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | |||
| rear-wheel | rear-wheel | rear-wheel | rear-wheel |
| Exhaust | |||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | |||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | |||
| regular | sport | sport | regular |
| Front suspension type | |||
| strut | strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | |||
| strut | strut | strut | strut |
| Rear shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Transmission | |||
| 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.89 | 3.89 | 3.89 | 3.89 |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Engine |
| 3.8L H-6 |
| Engine - valvetrain |
| DOHC |
| Brakes |
| 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| 4-wheel |
| Drive type |
| rear-wheel |
| Exhaust |
| stainless steel |
| Steering |
| rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning |
| sport |
| Front suspension type |
| strut |
| Front shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Front springs |
| coil |
| Rear suspension type |
| strut |
| Rear shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs |
| coil |
| Transmission |
| 6-spd man w/OD |
| Axle ratio |
| 3.89 |
Other Specs
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
GTS 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6700 | 6700 | 6700 | 6700 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 4400 | 4500 | 4500 | 4400 |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 5000 lbs. | 4000 lbs. | 4000 lbs. | 5000 lbs. |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Horsepower rpm |
| 6700 |
| Maximum towing capacity |
| 4000 lbs. |