2014 Porsche Boxster
Swift Sports Convertible. A quick and nimble entry roadster.

- Likes
- It's a Porsche
- handling
- Dislikes
- Cargo space decent
This swift two-seater has been a top choice for joyrides since the roadster came charging onto roadways a decade ago. Nimble, responsive and boasting 265 horsepower.
Our bright tester came in exclusive racing yellow with optional ($340) matching racing yellow seat belts. Interior is pleasant and comfortable with seat ventilation and the full power convertible top is no-nonsense. The optional BOSE surround sound system is perfect to counter higher speeds' wind noise. Of course, the centerpiece of this agile, race-inspired vehicle is the mid-mounted boxer engine; physics dictate that it is the best place in a car. Tacked on to the VarioCam motor is a 6-speed manual transmission with dual mass flywheel and hill assist control. Yes, you get collapsible cupholders and all sorts of other creature comforts and convenience: Bluetooth, halogen headlights with coming home feature, remote entry alarm with interior surveillance, multifunction trip computer and more.
The base Porsche Boxster model offers plenty of top-down fun, all while earning an impressive 30 mpg highway. Whether for a quick trip to the supermarket, a daily drive to the office or a romantic drive on back country roads, this fun-to-drive, mid-engine ride will keep a smile on your face.
Warranty/Service: 4-year/50,000-mile new vehicle limited warranty; 4-year/50,000-mile powertrain warranty; 4-year/50,000-mile roadside assistance
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Specs
Base Price: $49,500
As Tested: $49,500
- 20 / 30 mpg
- EPA
- 5.5 sec
- 0-60
- 265 hp @ 6,700 rpm
- Horsepower
- 164 mph
- Top Speed
- Vehicle : Mid-Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive, 2-Passenger, 2-Door Convertible
- Engine: 2.7-liter horizontally-opposed 6-cylinder with direct injection
- Horsepower: 265 hp @ 6,700 rpm
- Torque: 206 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
- Transmission: 6-speed manual
- Curb Weight: 2,888 lbs
- Wheelbase: 97.4 in
- Length: 172.2 in
- Width: 70.9 in
- Height: 50.5 in
- Turning circle: 36 ft
- Brakes: 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes
- Suspension: modified MacPherson strut front and rear
- Traction: electronic stability control with traction control
- 0-60 mph: 5.5 sec
- 60-0 mph: n/a
- Top Speed: 164 mph
- EPA City: 20 mpg
- EPA Highway: 30 mpg
- Combined MPG: 24 mpg
- Seating Capacity: 2
- Safety: dual-stage front airbags; head and thorax side airbags
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