Autocar – 2016 Porsche 718 Boxster S Review – Video

 

Cassius Clay, The Rock, Arnie. They all successfully re-invented themselves after cult status, and now Porsche is trying to do the same with the 718 ‘Boxster’. Question is though, now the straight six is defunct, does the new four-pot have what it takes?

Porsche 718 Boxster BR Specs:

BASE PRICE: Boxster, $57,050; Boxster S, $69,450

ENGINE TYPES: turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve 2.0-liter flat-4, 300 hp, 280 lb-ft; turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve 2.5-liter flat-4, 350 hp, 309 lb-ft

TRANSMISSIONS: 6-speed manual, 7-speed dual-clutch automatic with manual shifting mode

DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 97.4 in
Length: 172.4 in
Width: 70.9 in Height: 50.4 in
Cargo volume: 10 cu ft
Curb weight (C/D est): 3150-3250 lb

PERFORMANCE (C/D EST):
Zero to 60 mph: 3.9-4.8 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 9.8-11.9 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 12.3-13.0 sec
Top speed: 171-177 mph

FUEL ECONOMY (C/D EST):
EPA city/highway driving: 22-24/31-35 mpg