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features & specs
2012 Porsche Boxster
2012 Porsche Boxster
| OVERVIEW | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 | 22 | 22 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas |
| Total Seating | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Cylinders | flat 6 | flat 6 | flat 6 |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| COLORS | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Colors | | | |
| Interior Colors | | | |
| Safety | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 front headrests | true | true | true |
| auto delay off headlights | true | true | true |
| child seat anchors | true | true | true |
| daytime running lights | true | true | true |
| dual front side-mounted airbags | true | true | true |
| dusk-sensing headlights | true | true | true |
| electronic brakeforce distribution | true | true | true |
| emergency braking preparation | true | true | true |
| engine immobilizer | true | true | true |
| front fog/driving lights | true | true | true |
| front head airbags | true | true | true |
| front seatbelt pretensioners | true | true | true |
| remote anti-theft alarm system | true | true | true |
| stability control | true | true | true |
| tire pressure monitoring | true | true | true |
| traction control | true | true | true |
| 4-wheel ABS | true | true | true |
| Emergency braking assist | true | true | true |
| Emergency interior trunk release | true | true | true |
| Front and rear ventilated disc brakes | true | true | true |
| Passenger airbag deactivation switch | true | false | true |
| adaptive headlights | false | true | false |
| cornering lights | false | true | false |
| self-leveling headlights | false | true | false |
| xenon high intensity discharge headlamp | false | true | false |
| Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation | false | true | false |
| Comfort & Convenience | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| cargo net | true | true | true |
| cruise control | true | true | true |
| front cupholders | true | true | true |
| front door pockets | true | true | true |
| remote trunk release | true | true | true |
| retained accessory power | true | true | true |
| speed-proportional power steering | true | true | true |
| tilt and telescopic steering wheel | true | true | true |
| universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.) | true | true | true |
| front reading lights | true | true | true |
| interior active charcoal air filter | true | true | true |
| leather and simulated alloy trim on center console | true | false | true |
| leather and simulated alloy trim on doors | true | true | true |
| leather and simulated alloy trim on shift knob | true | true | true |
| leather steering wheel | true | true | true |
| simulated alloy trim on dash | true | false | true |
| trunk light | true | true | true |
| Air conditioning | true | false | true |
| Dual illuminating vanity mirrors | true | true | true |
| Sun sensor | false | true | false |
| electrochromatic inside rearview mirror | false | true | false |
| leather trim on center console | false | true | false |
| Climate control | false | true | false |
| Fuel & MPG | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 | 22 | 22 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 19/26 mpg | 19/26 mpg | 19/27 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 321.1/439.4 mi. | 321.1/439.4 mi. | 321.1/456.3 mi. |
| Engine | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| direct injection | true | true | false |
| Base engine size | 3.4 L | 3.4 L | 2.9 L |
| Base engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Cam type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Cylinders | flat 6 | flat 6 | flat 6 |
| Horsepower | 320 hp @ 7200 rpm | 310 hp @ 6400 rpm | 255 hp @ 6400 rpm |
| Torque | 273 ft-lbs. @ 4750 rpm | 266 ft-lbs. @ 4400 rpm | 214 ft-lbs. @ 4400 rpm |
| Valve timing | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Valves | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Measurements | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 5.3 cu.ft. | 5.3 cu.ft. | 5.3 cu.ft. |
| Curb weight | 2978 lbs. | 2855 lbs. | 2943 lbs. |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.30 Cd. | 0.30 Cd. | 0.29 Cd. |
| Front track | 58.5 in. | false | 58.7 in. |
| Gross weight | 3549 lbs. | 3571 lbs. | 3549 lbs. |
| Height | 50.9 in. | 50.6 in. | 50.9 in. |
| Length | 172.1 in. | 171.1 in. | 172.1 in. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | 9.9 cu.ft. | 9.9 cu.ft. | 9.9 cu.ft. |
| Rear track | 60.2 in. | false | 60.4 in. |
| wheelbase | 95.1 in. | 95.1 in. | 95.1 in. |
| Width | 70.9 in. | 70.9 in. | 70.9 in. |
| Turning circle | 36.4 ft. | 36.4 ft. | 36.4 ft. |
| Front Seats | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-way power driver seat | true | true | true |
| 2-way power passenger seat | true | true | true |
| 4-way manual driver seat adjustments | true | true | true |
| 4-way manual passenger seat adjustment | true | true | true |
| height-adjustable driver seat | true | true | true |
| height adjustable passenger seat | true | true | true |
| leather | true | true | true |
| sport front seats | true | true | true |
| Drive Train | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive type | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Power Features | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 one-touch power windows | true | true | true |
| remote keyless power door locks | true | true | true |
| Heated mirrors | true | true | true |
| Power mirrors | true | true | true |
| Instrumentation | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| clock | true | true | true |
| external temperature display | true | true | true |
| low fuel level warning | true | true | true |
| tachometer | true | true | true |
| trip computer | true | true | true |
| compass | false | true | false |
| Suspension | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| four-wheel independent suspension | true | true | true |
| modified MacPherson strut front suspension | true | true | true |
| modified MacPherson strut rear suspension | true | true | true |
| Front and rear stabilizer bar | true | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 subwoofer(s) | true | true | false |
| 185 watts stereo output | true | false | false |
| 7 total speakers | true | false | false |
| auxiliary audio input | true | true | true |
| diversity antenna | true | true | true |
| radio data system | true | true | true |
| speed-sensitive volume control | true | true | true |
| AM/FM stereo | true | true | true |
| 11 total speakers | false | true | false |
| 385 watts stereo output | false | true | false |
| Bose premium brand speakers | false | true | false |
| memory card slot | false | true | false |
| satellite radio w/real time traffic satellite radio | false | true | false |
| surround audio (discrete) | false | true | false |
| 4 total speakers | false | false | true |
| 50 watts stereo output | false | false | true |
| Warranty | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| powertrain | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Roadside | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Tires and Wheels | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| alloy wheels | true | false | true |
| 18 x 9.0-in. wheels | true | false | false |
| 265/40R Z tires | true | false | false |
| Performance tires | true | true | true |
| painted alloy wheels | false | true | false |
| 19 x 10.0-in. wheels | false | true | false |
| 265/35R Z tires | false | true | false |
| 17 x 8.5-in. wheels | false | false | true |
| 235/50R Z tires | false | false | true |
| Interior Options | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defroster Air Vents in Leather | true | true | true |
| Door Opener Painted in Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Defroster Trim in Leather | true | true | true |
| Door Opener Painted Black | true | true | true |
| Air Vent Slats Painted Black | true | false | true |
| Air Vent Slats Painted in Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Door Finishers in Leather | true | true | true |
| Air Vents Painted in Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Air Vent Slats in Aluminum Look | true | false | true |
| Door Entry Guards in Carbon Fiber | true | false | true |
| Carrara White Instrument Dials | true | false | true |
| Automatic Climate Control | true | false | true |
| Fuse Box Cover in Leather | true | true | true |
| Switch Panel Trim Strip Painted in Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Instrument Surround in Leather | true | true | true |
| Instrument Surround in Aluminum Look | true | false | true |
| Instrument Surround Painted Black | true | true | true |
| Instrument Surround Painted in Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Speed Yellow Sport Chrono Timer Display | true | true | true |
| Carrara White Sport Chrono Timer Display | true | true | true |
| Guards Red Sport Chrono Timer Display | true | true | true |
| Speed Yellow Instrument Dials | true | false | true |
| Sand Beige Instrument Dials | true | false | true |
| Guards Red Instrument Dials | true | false | true |
| Interior Package in Makassar | true | false | true |
| Illuminated Door Entry Guards in Stainless Steel | true | false | true |
| Door Entry Guards in Stainless Steel | true | false | true |
| Floor Mats w/Colored Logo and Leather Edging | true | false | true |
| Illuminated Door Entry Guards in Carbon | true | false | true |
| Sport Bucket Seats | true | true | true |
| Center Console in Black Alcantara | true | false | true |
| Floor Mats w/Leather Edging | true | true | true |
| Center Console in Carbon | true | false | true |
| Inner Door Sill Guards in Leather | true | true | true |
| Footrest in Sport Look | true | true | true |
| Gear Lever/PDK Selector Trim Painted Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Soft Ruffled Leather on Seats | true | true | true |
| Sport Seat Backrests Painted in Exterior Color | true | true | true |
| Heated Front Seats | true | true | true |
| Seat Ventilation | true | false | true |
| XM Radio | true | false | true |
| Electronic Logbook | true | true | true |
| Adaptive Sport Seats in Leather w/Driver Memory | true | true | true |
| Center Console in Makassar | true | false | true |
| Leather Sport Seats | true | true | true |
| Center Console in Aluminum Look | true | false | true |
| Center Console Painted Exterior Color | true | true | true |
| Center Console in Leather | true | true | true |
| Gear Lever and Handbrake Lever Aluminum II | true | true | true |
| Customization Package Gear Lever and Handbrake Lever | true | true | true |
| Decorative Trim on Gear Lever/Selector in Black | true | false | true |
| PCM 3.0 w/Extended Navigation | true | false | true |
| Handbrake Lever in Aluminum II | true | true | true |
| Handbrake Lever in Aluminum II w/Stitching in Deviating Color | true | true | true |
| PDK Selector and Handbrake Lever in Black Alcantara | true | false | true |
| PCM Voice Control | true | true | true |
| Bose Surround Sound System | true | false | true |
| 6-Disc CD Changer | true | false | true |
| 6-Disc CD/DVD Changer | true | false | true |
| Steering Wheel Rim w/Deviating Stitching | true | true | true |
| Sun Visors in Leather | true | true | true |
| Clothes Hook on Seat Backrest in Leather | true | true | true |
| Gear Lever/PDK Selector Trim Leather | true | false | true |
| Steering Column Casing in Leather | true | true | true |
| LED Door Storage Bin Lighting | true | true | true |
| Storage Bin Lid in Leather w/Porsche Crest | true | true | true |
| Thicker Steering Wheel in Black Alcantara | true | false | true |
| PDK Gear Selector Gate Surround Painted Black | true | true | true |
| Heated Steering Wheel | true | true | true |
| Sport Bucket Seat Belt Passage Painted Black | true | true | true |
| Three-Spoke Multi-Function Steering Wheel in Makassar | true | false | true |
| Three-Spoke Multi-Function Steering Wheel in Aluminum Look | true | false | true |
| SportDesign Steering Wheel | true | false | true |
| Three-Spoke Multi-Function Steering Wheel in Carbon | true | false | true |
| Customization Package Gear Lever and Handbrake Lever II | true | true | true |
| Gear Lever and Handbrake Lever in Aluminum I | true | true | true |
| Supplemental Safety Roll Bar in Painted Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Supplemental Safety Roll Bar in Aluminum Look | true | false | true |
| Sand Beige Sport Chrono Timer Display | true | true | true |
| Storage Bin Lid in Alcantara w/Porsche Logo | true | false | true |
| Gear Lever Trim in Leather | true | false | true |
| Door Opener Trim Painted in Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Switch Panel Trim Strip Painted Black | true | false | true |
| Door Opener Trim Painted Black | true | true | true |
| Door Opener in Leather | true | true | true |
| Windshield Frame Trim in Leather | true | true | true |
| Sports Bucket Seat Belt Passage Aluminum Look | true | false | true |
| PDK Gear Selector Gate Surround in Aluminum Look | true | false | true |
| Sun Visors in Two-Tone Leather | true | false | true |
| Sport Bucket Seat Belt Passage Painted in Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Key Pouch in Leather | true | true | true |
| Seat Belts in Speed Yellow | true | true | true |
| PDK Gear Selector Gate Surround Painted in Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Rear View Mirror in Leather | true | true | true |
| Seat Belt Buckles in Leather | true | true | true |
| PDK Gear Selector Gate Surround in Leather | true | true | true |
| Seat Belts in Sand Beige | true | true | true |
| Seat Belts in Guards Red | true | true | true |
| Storage Box | true | false | true |
| Switch Panel Trim Strip in Leather | true | false | true |
| Door Finishers in Black Alcantara | true | false | true |
| Switch Panel Trim Strip in Black Alcantara | true | false | true |
| Seat Belts in Silver Grey | true | true | true |
| Storage Bin Lid in Leather w/Boxster S Logo | true | true | false |
| Three-Spoke Multi-Function Steering Wheel | true | true | true |
| Gear Lever/PDK Selector Trim Strip in Aluminum Look | false | false | true |
| Switch Panel Trim Strip in Aluminum Look | false | false | true |
| Exterior Options | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels Painted in Deviating Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Wheels Painted Black | true | false | true |
| 19" Sport Design Wheel | true | false | true |
| 19" Carrera S II Wheel | true | false | true |
| 19" Carrera Classic Wheel | true | false | true |
| 18" Cayman S II Wheel | true | false | true |
| Sports Tailpipe | true | false | true |
| Fuel Tank Cap in Aluminum Look | true | true | true |
| Deletion of Rear Model Designation | true | false | true |
| Rod Antenna | true | false | true |
| Headlight Cleaner System Cover Painted in Exterior Cover | true | true | true |
| Side Mirror Attachment Point Finishers Painted in Exterior Color | true | true | true |
| Side Air Intakes Painted in Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Side Strips w/Model Designation | true | true | true |
| Model Designation on Rear Lid in Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| Auto-dimming Mirrors w/Integrated Rain Sensors | true | false | true |
| Side Mirror Attachment Points in Aluminum Look | true | false | true |
| Wheels Painted Speed Yellow | true | false | true |
| Wheels Painted Carrara White | true | false | true |
| Wheels Painted Basalt Black | true | false | true |
| Hard Top | true | false | true |
| Porsche Windstop | true | false | true |
| Wheel Caps w/Colored Porsche Crest | true | false | true |
| 5mm Wheel Spacers | true | false | true |
| Wheels Painted Guards Red | true | false | true |
| Rims and Caps in Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| 17" Cayman II Wheel | false | false | true |
| 18" Boxster S II Wheel | false | false | true |
| Packages | S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | S Black Edition 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) | 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-Pillar Leather Interior Package | true | true | true |
| Exterior Package in Aluminum Look | true | false | true |
| Additional Interior Package in Leather | true | false | true |
| Customization Package PDK Selector and Handbrake Lever | true | false | true |
| SportDesign Package | true | true | true |
| Interior Package in Carbon | true | false | true |
| PCM Package in Aluminum Look | true | false | true |
| Additional Interior Package in Aluminum Look | true | false | true |
| 25 Years Porsche Exclusive Package | true | false | true |
| Convenience Package | true | false | true |
| Sport Chrono Package | true | false | true |
| Design Sport Package | true | false | true |
| Design Package | true | false | true |
| PCM Package Painted in Exterior Color | true | false | true |
| PCM Package in Leather | true | true | true |
| Sport Chrono Package Plus | true | true | true |
| PCM Package Black | true | true | true |
| 12-Way Power Seats | true | false | true |
| Infotainment Package with Sound Package Plus | false | false | true |