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Porsche Boxster

General information

ModelPorsche Boxster
Year2009
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating63.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2901 ccm (177.02 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving9.6 litres/100 km (24.50 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags2. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement2901 ccm (177.02 cubic inches)
Max power255.00 PS (188 kW or 252 HP) at 7200 Rev. per min.
Max torque215 Nm (21.9 kgf-m or 158.6 ft.lbs) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke85.5 x 78.0 mm (3.4 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemElectronic fuel injection (EFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed262.0 km/h (162.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.1 seconds
0-60 miles5.6 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Cargo space280 litres (74 gallons)
Optional cargo space280 litres (74 gallons)
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (468.5 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system
Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Max weight with load1275 kg (2,810.9 pounds)
Towing weight1260 kg (2,777.8 pounds)
Overall length4330 mm (170.5 inches)
Overall width1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Overall height1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase2420 mm (95.3 inches)
Fuel capacity64.0 litres (16.91 gallons)
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