Porsche Boxster
Porsche Boxster — 2-door roadster, 2.5 L Porsche ''M96.20'' flat-6 (1996–1999); 2.7 L ''M96.22/M96.23'' flat-6 (1999–2004); 3.2 L ''M96.21/M96.24'' flat-6 (1999–2004). Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Porsche Boxster
Porsche Boxster is a 2-door roadster in the sports car (s) class. The available vehicle data lists 2.5 L Porsche ''M96.20'' flat-6 (1996–1999); 2.7 L ''M96.22/M96.23'' flat-6 (1999–2004); 3.2 L ''M96.21/M96.24'' flat-6 (1999–2004) as an engine configuration, paired with 5-speed automatic; 5-speed manual; 6-speed manual and a Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Porsche Boxster guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 2.5 L Porsche ''M96.20'' flat-6 (1996–1999); 2.7 L ''M96.22/M96.23'' flat-6 (1999–2004); 3.2 L ''M96.21/M96.24'' flat-6 (1999–2004) and 5-speed automatic; 5-speed manual; 6-speed manual transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Porsche Boxster specifications at a glance
Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.
| Make | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Model | Boxster |
| Model years | Not specified |
| Body style | 2-door roadster |
| Vehicle class | Sports car (S) |
| Manufacturer | Porsche |
| Production | 1996–2004 |
| Market / country | AR, CA, DE, ES, FI, GB, LU, NL, NZ, UA, US |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Porsche Boxster includes 2.5 L Porsche ''M96.20'' flat-6 (1996–1999); 2.7 L ''M96.22/M96.23'' flat-6 (1999–2004); 3.2 L ''M96.21/M96.24'' flat-6 (1999–2004).. Transmission information includes 5-speed automatic; 5-speed manual; 6-speed manual.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive.
| Engine | 2.5 L Porsche ''M96.20'' flat-6 (1996–1999); 2.7 L ''M96.22/M96.23'' flat-6 (1999–2004); 3.2 L ''M96.21/M96.24'' flat-6 (1999–2004) |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic; 5-speed manual; 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain / layout | Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 1996–2002: 95.2 in (2,418 mm); 2002–2004: 95.1 in (2,416 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 1996–2002: 171.0 in (4,343 mm); 2002–2004: 170.1 in (4,321 mm) |
| Width | 70.1 in (1,781 mm) |
| Height | 50.8 in (1,290 mm) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 1250-1320 kg lb 0 |
Porsche Boxster other specifications
| Image | 2004 Porsche Boxster S Tiptronic S 3.2 Front.jpg |
|---|---|
| Name | Porsche 986 |
| Caption | Porsche Boxster S (post-facelift) |
Porsche Boxster generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porsche 986 | 1996–2004 | 2.5 L Porsche ''M96.20'' flat-6 (1996–1999); 2.7 L ''M96.22/M96.23'' flat-6 (1999–2004); 3.2 L ''M96.21/M96.24'' flat-6 (1999–2004) | 5-speed automatic; 5-speed manual; 6-speed manual | Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive |
Recommended tire pressure for Porsche Boxster
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 34 PSI | 32 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 36 PSI | 35 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Porsche Boxster
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Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.
Porsche Boxster images
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