PORSCHE 718 BOXSTER ROADSTER

Name: PORSCHE BOXSTER 2.5 S 2dr PDK
Brand: PORSCHE BOXSTER
SKU: 74056
Availability: InStock

2.5 S 2dr PDK

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Fuel Type Petrol

Mileage 38.70mpg

Co2 218.00g/km

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 177mph

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Lease Type

Personal Business

Contract Length

Initial Rental

Annual Mileage

Maintenance

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Fuel Type Petrol

Mileage 38.70mpg

Co2 218.00g/km

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 177mph

PORSCHE BOXSTER Review

- Independent review from Car and Driving

Performance
9
Handling
10
Comfort
7
Space
6
Styling
8
Build
8
Value
7
Equipment
8
Economy
5
Depreciation
8
Insurance
5

Porsche's Boxster gets three numbers added to its name and, more significantly, a more efficient four cylinder turbo engine. Has forced induction spoilt it? Car & Driving check out the performance 'S' version.

Ten Second Review

Every brand must, it seems, embrace turbocharging these days. Even Porsche, who used to be masters of the normally aspirated art. So it is that the brand's Boxster roadster has shed its old flat six powerplant and instead embraced a flat four unit for the first time since the old 914. How will it fare in the pokey 718 Boxster S?

Background

Over the years, and despite its obvious talent, the Boxster has struggled to shake free from its 'poor man's Porsche' image. Slowly but surely though, that's happening as Porsche has increased the number of common parts its shares with its classic 911 stablemate. Can it take another step in the right direction with this turbocharged 718 Boxster S model? Though the cylinder count is down over the previous flat six model, power is up and with this 'S' variant, you get 350bhp, 50bhp up on the standard version. In case you were wondering, the '718' reference in the name refers not to the engine but a series of classic Porsche mid-engined models that won numerous races in the 1950s and '60s. Enough with the briefing; what's this car like?

Driving Experience

So to that engine, a 2.5-litre four cylinder turbo. Power is up by 35bhp over the previous six cylinder normally aspirated model - which is a good start. That's enough to see 62mph flash by in 4.4s en route to 177mph, which ought to be fast enough to make you question whether you really want that 911 after all. A six-speed manual is fitted as standard, although the optional seven-speed PDK double clutch gearbox is sure to be popular. This gets revised software for quicker and smoother shifts. With the optional PDK gearbox, this improved 718 Boxster S will hit 62mph in a claimed 4.2s (half a second quicker than the standard version). Handling-wise, the re-tuned chassis enhances cornering performance and the electro-mechanical power steering system is configured to be 10% more direct. 'Porsche Active Suspension Management' is an option and 'S' buyers can specify an even more focused 'Sport Chassis'. Plus there's the usual 'Sport Chrono Package' option with its various selectable driving mode settings that now include a 'Sport Response' button for brief extra engine responsiveness when you need it.

Design and Build

The 718 Boxster has small but subtle differences over its predecessor, the front featuring a wider and more purposeful appearance, with larger cooling air intakes referencing the new turbocharged engine beating within. The nose is completed by restyled Bi-Xenon headlights with integrated LED daytime running lights. In profile, identifying features include independently-styled wheel arches and side sills. Larger air inlet panels with two fins further emphasise the car's dynamic look. The doors are now designed without door handle recess covers. The rear of the 718 Boxster has been redesigned, characterized by a much wider appearance - emphasized by the accent strip with its integrated 'Porsche' badge between the tail lights. The tail lights have been restyled too and are distinguished by three-dimensional LED technology and four-point brake lights. Build quality looks better than ever from this car, these days built entirely in-house at Zuffenhausen rather than being contracted out to Valmet in Finland as many early Boxsters were. The key interior styling feature is a gently angled centre stack that houses many of the minor controls and the gear shifter, reminiscent in design to that found on the iconic Carrera GT supercar. The lightweight fully electric hood dispenses with a compartment lid for the convertible top when stowed.

Market and Model

Where before you could buy a new Boxster S for significantly under £50,000, these days, that's no longer possible. This 2.5-litre 350bhp '718' model starts at around £51,000, so it's around £9,000 more than the 2.0-litre 300bhp entry-level version. Standard kit includes 19" alloy wheels, auto stop/start and a sports mode, plus remote control hood operation, audio CD with colour touch-screen control, a universal audio interface offering MP3 connectivity and a three year warranty. A central feature of the new interior is Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with mobile phone preparation, audio interfaces and the Sound Package Plus with 110 watts of audio power. PCM can be extended with optional modules to thoroughly adapt it to personal requirements. For instance, the navigation module including voice control is available, which makes it easy to input driving destinations. In addition, the Connect Plus module is available as an extension of the navigation module; it provides online navigation services and enhanced online audio features. With Porsche Vehicle Tracking System Plus (PVTS+) as standard, the 718 Boxster offers the highest class of vehicle security. All new Boxster customers also get the opportunity to explore the potential of their car by participating in a complimentary course at the Porsche Experience Centre, Silverstone. It's hard to imagine a more enjoyable day you could spend with your new toy.

Cost of Ownership

This is where Porsche's decision to down-size this car's engine should pay off. The 718 Boxster S model's 2.5-litre turbo engine with PDK transmission returns 38.7mpg on the combined cycle (which is 4.3 mpg more than the previous model). CO2 emissions are 184g/km. For comparison, the base 2.0-litre model manages 40.9mpg and 158g/km. Each 718 model is equipped with a six-speed manual transmission as standard. The Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) auto transmission, which now features fuel-saving 'virtual gears' previously introduced on the 911 model series, is available as an option. The PDK transmission features a 'sailing' mode whereby the engine is decoupled during periods of trailing throttle or on longer downhill sections, dropping the engine revs to a mere 700rpm, further saving fuel. Prod the throttle and it will instantly resume duty. Residual values have held up reasonably well on the last Boxster and there's no reason to believe that this model won't follow suit.

Summary

Perhaps the only sense in which the Boxster could be described as an under-achiever is because Porsche makes it that way to prevent it embarrassing the iconic 911. To some extent, that principle still holds true, but seems to have been relaxed for this 718 Boxster S, which leads its class by an even breezier margin than its predecessor and no longer feels like the 911's poor relation. With more assured styling, a 911-standard interior, brilliant hood, serious pace and exquisite handling, the Boxster S is more compelling and charismatic than ever and sure to win over a whole new legion of fans and admirers.

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Standard Equipment

Technical Data

Options

Driver Convenience

Auto start and stop system
Digital displays for vehicle speed, chosen gear, odometer, trip odometer and clock
eCall emergency call system
Instrument cluster with central rev counter and high-resolution 4.6 inch colour display
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) including online navigation module, mobile phone preparation, audio interfaces and voice control system

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

3-way catalytic converters and on-board diagnostics for monitoring emission control system and coated particulate filter
4 valves per cylinder
64 litre fuel tank
Aluminium block and cylinder heads
Direct fuel injection (DFI)
Gasoline particulate filter
Integrated dry-sump lubrication with an on-demand oil pump
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)
Porsche Stability Management (PSM) with ABS, advanced brake functions
Rear wheel drive
Turbocharger with variable turbine geometry (VTG) and intercooler
Two seater vehicle with mid mounted engine
VarioCam Plus variable valve timing and switchable valve lift
Water cooled with thermal management

Entertainment

DAB Digital radio
Integrated 4G/LTE compatible SIM including data for the Porsche Connect Services
Integrated compatible SIM including Porsche Connect Services
Navigation incl porsche + Apple Carplay, connect module, wireless internet access, carfinder, remote vehicle status, remote service and vehicle track
Wifi and music streaming

Exterior Features

Auto deploying rear wing
Automatic headlight activation including welcome home lighting
Automatically extending rear boot spoiler
Body colour bumpers
Body colour door handles
Electrically adjustable heated exterior mirrors on door waist rails, aspherical on driver's side
Fully automatic fabric hood, electrically operated/heatable rigid glass rear screen, operable approx 31 mph and convenient operation by key remote
Green tinted heat insulating glass
Grey top tinted windscreen
Heated rear windscreen
Intelligent lightweight body in Aluminium/Steel composite construction
LED 3rd brake light
Net wind deflector
Power windows with one touch operation and door seal protection
Rain sensor
Rear boot
Separate auxiliary lights in the front end with LED indicators and position lights
Twin tract sports exhaust system with central twin tailpipe in stainless steel
Windscreen washer system with two wiper speeds and washer jets

Interior Features

12V sockets in passenger footwell and centre console storage compartment
718 logo on gear lever
Additional smooth finish leather with door panel armrest and centre console main storage compartment
Adjustable fan with air recirculation and defroster functions
Ascending centre console with uncovered storage compartment and closed storage compartment
Clothes hooks on front seat backrests
Footwell illumination
Front and rear luggage compartments
Front headrests
Heated seats
Hood lining in black fabric
LED reading lights, orientation, ignition lock, additionally luggage compartment and glove compartment lighting
Lockable glovebox
Seat centres in race tex, side bolsters and headrests in leather
Single front passenger seat
Smooth finish leather on steering wheel rim, gear lever and door handles
SPORT button to activate dynamic driving settings for engine, transmission (with PDK)
Storage compartments in each doors
Two individual cup holders (Passenger side, integrated into dashboard trim strip)

Passive Safety

3 point automatic seatbelts
ASR
Electrically controlled parking brake
Front and rear lightweight spring strut axle
Front seatbelt pretensioners + load limiters
Full size driver and passenger airbags
Passenger airbag deactivate switch
Porsche side impact protection doors with thorax airbag in outer backrest side bolster and head airbag for driver/passenger in door panel
Tyre pressure monitoring system

Security

Alarm system with interior surveillance
Anti-theft wheel bolts
Dashcam preparation
Engine immobiliser with in key transponder, central locking and remote control

Wheels

Tyre repair kit

Emissions - ICE

CO2 (g/km)

194
HC+NOx

Not Available
NOx

0.024
Particles

Not Available
Standard Emissions

EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb

218
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH

224
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL

218
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEH

201
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEL

194
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEH

193
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEL

188
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEH

354
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEL

350
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEH

226
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEL

219

Engine and Drive Train

Camshaft

QUAD CAM
Catalytic Convertor

Yes
CC

2497
Compression Ratio

9.5:1
Cylinder Layout

FLAT 4
Cylinders

4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)

102
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)

76.4
Engine Layout

MID ENGINE NORTH SOUTH
Fuel Delivery

TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Gears

7 SPEED
Number of Valves

16
Transmission

SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC Combined (mpg)

33.2
EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies

No
EC Extra Urban (mpg)

42.2
EC Urban (mpg)

24.6
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb

9.6
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH

9.9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL

9.6
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High - TEH

8.9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High - TEL

8.6
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High - TEH

8.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High - TEL

8.3
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low

15.4
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low - TEH

15.6
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low - TEL

15.4
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium - TEH

10
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium - TEL

9.6
WLTP - MPG - Comb

29.4
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH

28.5
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL

29.4
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH

31.7
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL

32.8
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH

33.2
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL

34
WLTP - MPG - Low

18.3
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH

18.1
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL

18.3
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH

28.2
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL

29.4

General

Alternative Fuel Qualifying

No
Badge Engine CC

2.5
Badge Power

350
Based On ID

Not Available
Coin Description

Not Available
Coin Series

S
Generation Mark

3
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

46E
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %

Not Available
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %

Not Available
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

Not Available
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %

Not Available
NCAP Safety Assist %

Not Available
Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?

No
Service Interval Frequency - Months

24
Service Interval Mileage

20000
Special Edition

No
Special Order

No
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years

3
Timing Belt Interval Mileage

999999
Vehicle Homologation Class

M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)

4.4
Engine Power - BHP

350
Engine Power - KW

257
Engine Power - RPM

6500
Engine Torque - LBS.FT

310
Engine Torque - MKG

42.8
Engine Torque - NM

420
Engine Torque - RPM

2100
Top Speed

177

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle

WLTP
RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Alloys?

Yes
Space Saver?

No
Tyre Size Front

235/40 R19
Tyre Size Rear

265/40 R19
Tyre Size Spare

TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style

BOXSTER S
Wheel Type

19" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height

1280
Height (including roof rails)

Not Available
Length

4379
Wheelbase

2475
Width

1801
Width (including mirrors)

1994

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

64
Gross Vehicle Weight

1695
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)

Not Available
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)

122
Max. Loading Weight

310
Max. Roof Load

Not Available
Max. Towing Weight - Braked

Not Available
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked

Not Available
Minimum Kerbweight

1385
No. of Seats

2
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb

11

Driver Convenience

Adaptive cruise control
Cruise control
Electromechanical direct steering with variable steering ratio and steering pulse generator
Front and rear park assist
Homelink (programmable garage door opener)
Lane change assistant
Power steering plus
Reversing camera including front and rear park assist

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) sport suspension with lowered 20mm ride height
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) with lowered 10mm ride height
Porsche TORQUE Vectoring (PTV) with mechanical rear differential lock

Entertainment

BOSE surround sound system
Burmester high end surround sound system

Security

Porsche entry and drive system

Company car tax calculator

Tax Year	BIK	BIK Value	Tax Payable at 20%	Tax Payable at 40%
2026/27	37%	£2028.83	£405.77	£811.53
2027/28	37%	£2028.83	£405.77	£811.53
2028/29	38%	£2083.67	£416.73	£833.47
2029/30	39%	£2138.50	£427.70	£855.40

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