THE GLOBAL CAR CATALOG

Porsche 718 Boxster Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1996–2003) — First Generation

The first-generation Porsche 718 Boxster is a two-seat roadster with a mid-engine layout. If you enjoy open-top driving, your choice of transmission and equipment helps shape both driver involvement and everyday comfort.

← All Porsche models

6 modificationsAll supplied years

Porsche 718 Boxster Engines and Transmissions

Among the Porsche 718 Boxster powertrain choices, the 2.5 MT and 2.7 MT combine gasoline engines with manual transmissions, while the 2.5 AT offers an automatic alternative. These examples use rear-wheel drive. A manual gives you direct control over gear changes; an automatic reduces your workload in traffic.

Roadster — Porsche 718 Boxster Engines and Transmissions

Roadster Porsche 718 Boxster Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
2.5 MTGasoline2480 cm³204 hp150 kW245 N⋅mManualRWD
2.5 ATGasoline2480 cm³204 hp150 kW245 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
2.7 MTGasoline2687 cm³220 hp164 kW260 N⋅mManualRWD
2.7 ATGasoline2687 cm³220 hp164 kW260 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
S 3.2 MTGasoline3179 cm³252 hp185 kW305 N⋅mManualRWD
S 3.2 ATGasoline3179 cm³252 hp185 kW305 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Porsche 718 Boxster Dimensions

Roadster — Porsche 718 Boxster Dimensions

Roadster Porsche 718 Boxster Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
2.5 MT4315 mm1780 mm1290 mm2415 mm1250 kg1560 kg104 mm
2.5 AT4315 mm1780 mm1290 mm2415 mm1250 kg1560 kg104 mm
2.7 MT4315 mm1780 mm1290 mm2415 mm1260 kg1570 kg104 mm
2.7 AT4315 mm1780 mm1290 mm2415 mm1260 kg1570 kg104 mm
S 3.2 MT4315 mm1780 mm1290 mm2415 mm1295 kg1615 kg104 mm
S 3.2 AT4315 mm1780 mm1290 mm2415 mm1295 kg1615 kg104 mm

Porsche 718 Boxster Cargo Space

Roadster — Porsche 718 Boxster Cargo Space

Roadster Porsche 718 Boxster Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
2.5 MT260 l
2.5 AT260 l
2.7 MT260 l
2.7 AT260 l
S 3.2 MT260 l
S 3.2 AT260 l

Porsche 718 Boxster Trims and Equipment

The 2.5 MT comes in a Base equipment configuration, so its technical version name alone does not describe all its features. When comparing Porsche 718 Boxster trim levels, check each car’s fitted equipment and options: seats, infotainment and parking aids can make a difference to everyday usability.

Porsche 718 Boxster Trims and Equipment
ModificationBodyEquipment
2.5 MTRoadsterBase
2.5 ATRoadsterBase
2.7 MTRoadsterBase
2.7 ATRoadsterBase
S 3.2 MTRoadsterBase
S 3.2 ATRoadsterBase