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Specs-
The new Boxster (codenamed 981) is 1.3 in. longer
has a 2.4-in.-longer wheelbase, and has wider tracks—they grow 1.6 in. up front and 0.7 in. at the rear
chassis is constructed using a combination of aluminum, steel and magnesium. (total weight savings of 55 lb- 77 lb)
46 percent of the new car is made with aluminum in areas such as the doors and trunklids—and yes,
the Boxster still has two trunks
Overall, the base Boxster weighs in at 2888 lb.
Sitting 0.5 in. lower, the new mid-engine Porsche rides on all-around modified strut type suspension.
The steering system utilizes an electro-mechanical assist that takes place of the hydraulic setup used in the past.
There are two gearboxes available, the standard 6-speed manual or the optional, redesigned 7-speed PDK,
Porsche's own twin-clutch transmission retuned for more precise shifting.
powered by a direct-injected 2.7-liter flat-6 with VarioCam Plus that's rated at 265 bhp and 206 lb.-ft. of torque. the Boxster shows at least a 12 percent fuel economy improvement and can still launch from a standing start to 100 km/h (62 mph) in an estimated 5.5 sec. equipped with the optional Sports Chrono Package and PDK transmission.
Starting price: $49,500
Specs-
The new Boxster (codenamed 981) is 1.3 in. longer
has a 2.4-in.-longer wheelbase, and has wider tracks—they grow 1.6 in. up front and 0.7 in. at the rear
chassis is constructed using a combination of aluminum, steel and magnesium. (total weight savings of 55 lb- 77 lb)
46 percent of the new car is made with aluminum in areas such as the doors and trunklids—and yes,
the Boxster still has two trunks
Overall, the base Boxster weighs in at 2888 lb.
Sitting 0.5 in. lower, the new mid-engine Porsche rides on all-around modified strut type suspension.
The steering system utilizes an electro-mechanical assist that takes place of the hydraulic setup used in the past.
There are two gearboxes available, the standard 6-speed manual or the optional, redesigned 7-speed PDK,
Porsche's own twin-clutch transmission retuned for more precise shifting.
powered by a direct-injected 2.7-liter flat-6 with VarioCam Plus that's rated at 265 bhp and 206 lb.-ft. of torque. the Boxster shows at least a 12 percent fuel economy improvement and can still launch from a standing start to 100 km/h (62 mph) in an estimated 5.5 sec. equipped with the optional Sports Chrono Package and PDK transmission.
Starting price: $49,500