2016 Porsche 718 Boxster

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Rating8.5

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Compact Convertible
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$52,100 - $82,100
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

One of the most enjoyable driving machines in the segment

Standard stereo system is super-cheap and lacks features

New Black Edition trim

Two very slick-shifting transmissions available

Rearward visibility is a major issue

Exceptionally well-crafted cabin with excellent material quality

Compromised cargo area with very little space on offer

Specs & Features

$82,100

price

375 hp @ 6700 rpm

horsepower

309 lb.-ft. @ 4750 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

3.8L 6cyl RWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 Porsche Boxster Convertible is a compact convertible offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $52,100. For that price, it mainly competes with the Alfa Romeo 4C Spider, the Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class, and the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible. Between 2 trims the Boxster offers 2 powertrains. It is a 2.7L flat-6 engine making 265 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque. However, there is a choice between a 6-speed manual transmission and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The Boxster Convertible reaches 60 MPH from zero in 5.5 seconds with the manual transmission, which gets pumped up to 5.4 seconds with the automatic. Depending on the powertrain, the Boxster Convertible can manage a combined fuel economy of between 24 and 26 MPG. While we're on the topic of choices, the 16 striking colors the Boxster Convertible comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

The 2016 Porsche Boxster Convertible is a stylish and fun-to-drive roadster in the segment. It is offered in a single trim while there are plenty of optional features and personalization possibilities offered by the brand.

Trims

    Base
    $52,100 onwards
    • AM/FM/Satellite-Prep
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    Black Edition
    $59,100 onwards
    • 20-inch painted aluminum Wheels
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Navigation system
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    S
    $63,900 onwards
    • 19-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Manual front air conditioning
    GTS
    $74,600 onwards
    • 20-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Simulated suede/leather Seat trim

Compare to similar cars

Price

$52,100- $82,100

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.51

Horsepower

375 hp @ 6700 rpm

Torque

309 lb.-ft. @ 4750 rpm

Capacity

4

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$49,700- $66,350

Gasoline

7.71

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

2

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$47,000- $72,600

Gasoline

8.01

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

2

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$85,050- $108,050

Gasoline

8.29

329 hp @ 5250 rpm

354 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

2

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$217,550

Gasoline

8.17

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

2

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$149,700

Gasoline

7.89

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

664 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

2

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2016 Porsche 718 Boxster vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.8 sec--
    3.8 sec--
    3.9 sec--
    4.6 sec11.9 sec190 mph
    2016 BMW Z4

    Ranked #4

    5.4 sec14.0 sec130 mph
    6.3 sec14 sec152 mph

    2016 Porsche 718 Boxster vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      22 mpg30 mpg24 mpg16.9 gal.338/507 mi.
      25 mpg32 mpg28 mpg18.5 gal.462.5/592 mi.
      2016 BMW Z4

      Ranked #2

      22 mpg34 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.319/493 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg23 mpg19.8 gal.396/534.6 mi.
      16 mpg25 mpg19 mpg19.8 gal.316.8/495 mi.
      14 mpg21 mpg17 mpg19.8 gal.277.2/415.8 mi.

      2016 Porsche 718 Boxster vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        172.2 in.70.9 in.50.5 in.4.3 in.97.4 in.
        182.4 in.73.9 in.51.2 in.4.4 in.101.8 in.
        182.4 in.73.9 in.51.2 in.4.4 in.101.8 in.
        181.6 in.73.9 in.51.8 in.3.8 in.101.8 in.
        2016 BMW Z4

        Ranked #4

        166.9 in.70.5 in.50.8 in.5 in.98.3 in.
        162.8 in.71.5 in.51.2 in.4 in.95.7 in.

        2016 Porsche 718 Boxster vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          4.6 cu.ft.104.4 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.
          2016 BMW Z4

          Ranked #1

          8 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.-13.5 cu.ft.
          10.1 cu.ft.48.8 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.-13.5 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.-13.5 cu.ft.

          2016 Porsche 718 Boxster vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            80.1 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.
            65.2 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.
            13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
            13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
            71.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
            2016 BMW Z4

            Ranked #6

            150 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.

            2016 Porsche 718 Boxster vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              739 lbs.2888 lbs.
              562 lbs.4068 lbs.
              540 lbs.3836 lbs.
              705 lbs.3241 lbs.
              2016 BMW Z4

              Ranked #1

              562 lbs.3263 lbs.
              -4299 lbs.

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