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2012 Porsche Boxster
Get Pricing$48,100 - $65,200 Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
22 MPG Comb.
Body Type
Convertible, Coupe
Transmission
Manual
Seatings
2 Seats
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Overview
The Boxster is Porsche's entry-level sports car, built on a mid-engine chassis with seating for two. For 2012, it's offered in four levels: Base, S, Spyder and an all-new Black Edition.
The Base-level Boxster is powered by a 2.9L...
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Mileage
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 22
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 19
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 26
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): - TBD -
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): - TBD -
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 2987
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front: MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear: MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brakes
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.5 x 1.1
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.8 x 0.9
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Tires
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P235/40ZR18
Rear Tire Size: P265/40ZR18
Spare Tire Size:
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in): 19 x 8.0
Rear Wheel Size (in): 19 x 9.5
Spare Wheel Size (in):
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material:
Steering
Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 17.1-13.8
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.6
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 36.4
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 16.9
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in): 95.1
Length, Overall (in): 172.1
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 70.9
Height, Overall (in): 50.9
Track Width, Front (in): 58.5
Track Width, Rear (in): 60.2
Min Ground Clearance (in): 4.8
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³): 9.9
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity: 2
Passenger Volume (ft³): - TBD -
Front Head Room (in): 37.6
Front Leg Room (in): 33.5
Front Shoulder Room (in): 51.5
Front Hip Room (in): 53.4
Summary
Vehicle Name: Porsche Boxster
Body Style: Convertible
Emissions
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 5
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 8.5
Pricing
This model has 4 different trims.
| MSRP | $65,200 |
|---|---|
| Invoice | $58,500 |
| Description | 3.4L/210, 310 @ 6400, Manual |
Fuel Economy
This model has 4 different trims.
| City | 19 MPG |
|---|---|
| Hwy | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Description | 3.4L/210, 310 @ 6400, Manual |
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