Porsche 718 Boxster
As the gateway to the Porsche lineup of sports cars, the 718 models deliver 300 horsepower in base trim all the way to 414 horsepower in top-line GT4 or Spyder trim. The rear mid-mounted engine contributes to perfect weight distribution. Customers can choose between a six-speed manual transmission and a seven-speed dual-clutch unit known as PDK. For 2021, the German automaker added Apple CarPlay and LED headlights as standard equipment.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 86% |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 6/10 |
| Reliability | 7/10 |
| Safety | 8/10 |
| Infotainment | 8/10 |
| Driving | 10/10 |
| Overall | 9/10 |
| The Car Guide rating | 83% |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 7/10 |
| Reliability | 7/10 |
| Safety | 8/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 10/10 |
| Overall | 8/10 |
What's new in 2021
718 Boxster and Cayman GTS 4.0 versions, Apple CarPlay and PDLS xenon headlights as standard
Pros
- Bewitching sound of the new Flat-6 engine
- Exceptional handling
- Flawless braking
- Solid chassis
Cons
- Optional bucket seats hard-to-access
- Manual soft top (Spyder)
- Expensive options