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2017 Porsche 718 Boxster Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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If the Porsche 911 is a “pure” performance-focused sports coupe, one of the oldest and most respected sports coupes on the market, the Porsche Boxster has always been something of a silly younger brother—albeit a younger brother that has grown up quite well in recent years. Die-hard Porsche (i.e., 911) fans were less than enthralled when the Boxster was introduced just over 20 years ago, but two decades of model evolution—not to mention the introduction of the Cayenne, Panamera, and Macan, which are far more distressing to those purists than the Boxster ever was—have brought the midengine roadster into its own. And now, the 2017 model year brings perhaps the most significant redesign the Boxster has seen, including a new model designation, “718,” that harkens back to the iconic Porsche 718 Spyder race car of the '50s and '60s.
The 2016 Boxster was available in six trims, but the 2017 model is available in only two, the 718 Boxster and 718 Boxster S. The company notes that almost every body part on the Boxster has been altered; the front is wider and more aggressive, the sides feature larger cooling-air intakes with dual fins emphasizing the dynamic side styling, and the rear is wider as well, with a distinctive bar framing the Porsche logo between the taillights. Head- and taillights have been redesigned, with optional LED headlights featuring a novel 4-point daytime-running-light setup. The roadster’s overall shape is still instantly recognizable, but the new design demonstrates a strong new take on the stylistic maturity Porsche fans would expect.
From the very beginning, the Boxster has employed differing forms of the flat 6-cylinder engine that actually gave it its name—a “boxer” engine, with horizontally opposed pistons. But the new 718 takes those 6 pistons down to 4, yet another nod to the old 718 Spyder, which itself used a series of flat 4-cylinders. And the new flat fours will be turbocharged, coinciding with Porsche’s decision to turbocharge the entire 911 range. The entry-level 718 Boxster is equipped with a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder producing 300 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque; the 718 Boxster S uses a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder producing 350 hp and 309 lb-ft. Both trims are significantly more powerful than the previous Boxster generation (other than the performance-oriented Spyder). A 6-speed manual comes standard, in keeping with the roadster’s driver-oriented nature, and Porsche’s renowned PDK automatic is optional.
When equipped with the PDK and the Sport Chrono Package, the 718 Boxster will go from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds, with a top speed of 170 mph. Similarly equipped, the 718 Boxster S will do 0-60 in 4.0 seconds, with a top speed of 177 mph. Porsche also claims a 14% improvement in fuel efficiency, though exact EPA numbers have not been released at the time of this writing. For reference, the 2016 Boxster got anywhere from 22 mpg city/32 highway/26 combined to 18/24/20, depending on the trim level and transmission.
Porsche even retuned the 718 Boxster’s suspension for better performance through corners. The electric steering system is said to be 10% more direct, improving maneuverability across all driving scenarios, from crowded parking lots to the track. Drivers looking for even more capability from their Boxster can select the optional Porsche Active Suspension Management system, which lowers ride height and adds an active suspension that better adjusts its performance and stiffness. The Sport Chrono Package, mentioned above, incorporates three drive modes—Normal, Sport, and Sport Plus—along with a Sport Response Button on PDK-equipped models that heightens engine and transmission responsiveness.
If you thought the list of redesign details was over—it’s not. The 718 Boxster’s interior has been given an overhaul, too. The dash panel has been updated, with rounded air vents and a standard touchscreen equipped with the latest version of the Porsche Communication Management infotainment system. A navigation module with voice control will be optional. The interior is clean and uncluttered, presumably to be offered in the broad range of trim materials to which Porsche customers have grown accustomed, including leather, aluminum, carbon fiber, and Alcantara. Options in Porsche models tend to get expensive very quickly—the original Boxster started under $40,000, but in recent years a $100,000+ Boxster has come well within the realm of possibility.
As a premium car, the Porsche Boxster has not been safety-tested by either the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Driving fans aren’t really going to be looking to the 718 Boxster for a family vehicle or kid-hauler, so the lack of safety data isn’t likely to trouble them. But many of them could end up using it as a commuter—so it helps to know there is a list of available safety technologies like adaptive cruise control, lane-change assist, park assist with a rear-view camera, and a speed-limit indicator.
Porsche has indicated that next-generation Boxsters will reach U.S. dealers in late June 2016. Excluding a $1,050 destination charge, the 718 Boxster will start at $56,000, the 718 Boxster S at $68,400. Strange as it may seem to some, the Boxster (along with the Cayman coupe) is looking like an increasingly viable alternative to the 911 for anyone who doesn’t intend to spend the entirety of their driving life powering around the track.
User reviews for 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster
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by David G
Dec 19, 2024
Love the colour and the new look from 2016. Difference is engine, and price?? Dec 19, 2024
by Helene G
Mar 11, 2024
Une Porsche c’est une Porsche et difficile de conduire autre chaise après y avoir gouté !
Tenue de route, performance, style, etc., en font une voiture de rêve Mar 11, 2024
by Thomas B
Mar 13, 2021
Everything about this car is just what I want but the color of the body and the wheels. They are awful. Mar 13, 2021
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by David G
Dec 19, 2024
Love the colour and the new look from 2016. Difference is engine, and price?? Dec 19, 2024
by Helene G
Mar 11, 2024
Une Porsche c’est une Porsche et difficile de conduire autre chaise après y avoir gouté !
Tenue de route, performance, style, etc., en font une voiture de rêve Mar 11, 2024
by Thomas B
Mar 13, 2021
Everything about this car is just what I want but the color of the body and the wheels. They are awful. Mar 13, 2021
by Anonymous
Jan 27, 2021
This car is 5 stars in everything except interior space. Just a little tight. Not the car for weekend errands, but great for the weekend drive.Jan 27, 2021
by Duncan L
Sep 06, 2020
Amazing car and a huge leap forward for Boxsters. I had a 2003 with 196 HP and the old interior. Switches felt cheap, design was nice but did not age well. The new car - especially 2017 and forward - design is much more elegant and fluid. I have a Carrera cab and the Boxster is the better looking convertible. The new for 2017 300HP four banger is a joy to drive even if the exhaust note isnt as thrilling as the old 6. Interior is so much nicer than the old cars. The handling is amazing! We love this car!!! It does burn through tires in approx. 20K . . . so while its reasonable on gas and insurance, its not low maintenance. Oil changes are about $200. Now you know! Happy owners!!!Sep 06, 2020
by Mike G
Jul 01, 2020
One of the best cars Ive driven and owned and Ive owned a bunch of sports car. A bit pricey but its a Porsche. Super well made and well appointed interior. The engine and gear box and breaks our outstanding. Car handles and is more exciting and balanced than its big brother the 911.Jul 01, 2020
by Bill A
Apr 14, 2020
The 718 is a wonderfully handling car. The mid-engine promotes excellent handling while, in the S model, the variable vane turbo increases torque from low RPM. PDK works well.Apr 14, 2020
by Anonymous
Apr 06, 2020
This is a 4 cylinder car. Comparable to a Subaru WRX STI. So for that price, it is not worth it.Apr 06, 2020
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2017 Porsche 718 Boxster Pricing
Original MSRP
$56,000 to $68,400Price range
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Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Memory card slot auxiliary audio input · Hard drive: 11GB · In-Dash CD: DVD · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · Watts: 110
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.8 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 2
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.89
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: electronically controlled · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 4.6 in. · Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 2
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: remote operation
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Hard drive: 11GB · Single disc in-Dash CD · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · Watts: 110
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.8 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 2
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.89
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: electronically controlled · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 4.6 in. · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 2
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: with wind blocker
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing