Porsche

Porsche 718 Boxster

Price $69,500 – $116,560
Fuel consumption 8.7 – 14.0 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 85%(view ratings)
Despite being the German automaker’s entry-level car, the Porsche 718 Boxster is a two-seat convertible offering a large selection of models and powertrains, from a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder to a naturally aspirated 4.0-litre flat-six engine. The former generates 300 horsepower, while the latter cranks out 394 or 414 horsepower depending on the trim level. Don’t miss the long list of options and packages to maximize performance, luxury or both.

Porsche 718 Boxster

Pricing
MSRP CA$69,500
Fees CA$1,750
Gas guzzler tax CA$0
Monthly payments CA$1,308/month
Powertrain
Engine 2,0 l H4
Power 300 hp @ 6,500 rpm (224 kW)
Torque 280 lb·ft @ 2,150 – 4,500 rpm (380 N·m)
Induction Turbocharged
Fuel type Premium
Transmission 6-speed manual
Drivetrain RWD
Vehicle type / Category
Vehicle type Roadster
Category Luxury convertible, Luxury sport car
Assembly Stuttgart, DE
Generation 4
Fuel efficiency / Autonomy
City 11.7 L/100km
Highway 8.9 L/100km
Combined 10.5 L/100km
Autonomy 514 km
CO₂ emissions 245 g/km
Equipment
Sunroof standard
Heated front seats standard
Heated rear seats not available
Heated steering wheel optional
Ventilated front seats optional
Head-up display not available
Surround-view camera not available
Blindspot detection optional
Forward collision warning not available
Autonomous emergency braking not available
Lane departure warning not available
Adaptive cruise control not available
GPS optional
Infotainment
Auxiliary audio input standard
Front USB ports optional
Apple CarPlay compatible standard
Android Auto compatible not available
Sirius XM standard
Bluetooth audio standard
Wi-Fi hotspot optional
Wireless phone charging not available
Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires
Steering rack and pinion, electrical variable assist
Front suspension independent, Macpherson strut
Rear suspension independent, Macpherson strut
Front brakes Disc (ABS)
Rear brakes Disc (ABS)
Front tires P235/45R18
Rear tires P265/45R18
Safety
Seat belts 2
Dimensions / Weight
Length 4,379 mm (172″)
Width 1,801 mm (71″)
Height 1,281 mm (50″)
Wheelbase 2,475 mm (97″)
Weight 1,335 kg (2,943 lb)
Capacities
Passengers 2
Trunk 125 l
Fuel tank 54 l (12 gal)
Towing capacity not recommended
Performance
0-100 km/h 5.1 s (manufacturer)
80-120 km/h N/A
Top speed 275 km/h (171 mph) (manufacturer)
Braking distance N/A
Warranty
Base warranty 4 years/80,000 km
Powertrain warranty 4 years/80,000 km
The Car Guide rating
Fuel economy 6/10
Reliability 7/10
Safety 8/10
Infotainment 7/10
Driving 10/10
Overall 9/10
Average 85%(view ratings)