The 2nd Generation Porsche Boxster was introduced in 2005. The Porsche Boxster 2nd Generation is a mid-engine rear wheel drive subcompact sports car. The 2nd Generation Porsche Boxster featured an updated design language that took inspiration from the Porsche Carrea GT, it also featured a series of new engines. The Porsche Boxster is the cheapest sports car in Porsches current sports car range. The Porsche Boxster is available in 2 variants Boxster and Boxster S. The Porsche Boxster received a facelift that featured a series of cosmetic changes and a new base 2.9 liter Flat-Six engine. Production of the Porsche Boxster 2nd Generation lasted for 8 years, the Porsche Boxster was available to purchase during the years 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and the year 2012. The price of the Porsche Boxster 2nd Generation was not competitive when compared to other models in the same class available in the local market.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2nd Generation Porsche Boxster features a familiar Porsche design language. The front end houses angular trapezium styled upswept headlights, triple air intakes and dual angular rectangular styled fog lights. The rear end houses the sharp narrow side swept headlights, lip spoiler and the central dual exhaust tips. The fortified variant of the Porsche Boxster featured a slightly updated design language. The front end houses dual daytime running light LED strips and slightly revised front and rear taillights. All variants of the Porsche Boxster feature identical styling in every aspect. The overall exterior of the 2nd Generation Porsche Boxster features a fairly unique and distinctive design language that allows it to stand out amongst its rivals. Options include a choice between various rim styles.
Interior
The interior of the 2nd Generation Porsche Boxster features the familiar Porsche design language. The seats come as standard covered with premium leather that is available in almost any colour the customer desires. Standard features on the car both Base and S variant include a leather wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with incorporated multimedia controls, heated electric mirrors, footwell lighting, cruise control, electric seats, climate control with integrated active carbon filter, 7-inch multi-information display, 4-speaker stereo system with CD, USB, AUX and Bluetooth input. Options on the car include illuminated vanity mirrors, heated seats, seat ventilation, 2-zone automatic climate control, heated steering wheel, fire extinguisher, , a choice between 2-way electric sports seats, 14-way electrical sports seats with memory function and 18-way Adaptive sports seats with memory package, Sport Chrono package, personalized floor mats, custom colour seatbelts, contrast stitching, Porsche Crest on headrests, PCM display surround in leather, carbon fibre trim or brushed aluminium trim, satellite navigation, six disc CD autochanger and a choice between a 7 or an 11 speaker stereo speaker audio system. The overall interior of the 2nd Generation Porsche Boxster features a good amount of interior space for a sports car of its exterior dimensions. It also offers a good level of comfort and interior refinement.
Engine
Engine
2.7 Liter Flat-6
2.9 Liter Flat-6
3.2 Liter Flat-6
Gearbox
6-Speed Manual
5-Speed Automatic
7-Speed Automatic (PDK)
Mileage
The Porsche Boxster 2nd Generation can achieve an average of up to 7KM/L making for an estimated driving range of up to 420KM from the subcompact sports car 60-liter fuel tank.
Competitor
The main competitors of the Porsche Boxster 2nd Generation are the Mercedes SLK, Audi TT, BMW Z4 and the Honda S2000.
Specifications
2.7 Liter Flat-6 241bhp@6000RPM
2.9 Liter Flat-6 255bhp@6400RPM
3.2 Liter Flat-6 310bhp@7200RPM