2013 Porsche Boxster

Never before in the history of the Porsche Boxster has a change of model generation been so comprehensive. The open-top two-seater 2013 car is being marketed with a completely new lightweight design body and a completely revamped chassis.

Considerably lower weight, a longer wheelbase, a wider track and larger wheels significantly enhance the mid-engine sports car's driving dynamics yet further, supported by the new electro-mechanical power steering. The new 2013 Boxsters boast superior performance, as well as being up to 15 percent more fuel-efficient.

The Boxster's new design is critically influenced by the interaction between the flatter wind screen, set further forward, and the all-new, elongated convertible top, which now extends all the way back to the vicinity of the rear wheels.

The new Boxster's convertible top is completely redesigned. The very elongated, sporty, elegant shape is emphasised by a lengthened rear window.

The rear end of the new Boxster has been completely redesigned: there is no longer any convertible-top compartment lid, rear wing and lights are linked by a prominent edge spanning the entire vehicle width and the central lamp unit located beneath it combines the rear fog light and reversing lights in one flat strip.

The Boxster and Boxster S are powered by flat-six engines with direct gas injection. The entry-level model's new power unit delivers 265 horsepower from a 2.7-liter displacement -- 10-hp more than its larger displacement predecessor. Technically, it is now based on the 3.4-liter engine of the Boxster S. This now delivers 315 horsepower, which is 5-hp more than before. A six-speed manual gearbox is fitted as standard with the gear ratios being optimally matched to the engine characteristics.