Porsche 718 Boxster
The 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman are back unchanged for 2018. Their 2.0L four-cylinder engine generates 300 horsepower and 280 lb·ft of torque in base versions. In the S variants, a 2.5L engine produces an additional 50 horsepower and 30 lb·ft of torque. A six-speed manual or a seven-speed, twin-clutch automatic gearbox are available. The four-cylinder’s 0-100 km/h time is pegged at 4.6 seconds in the base version. The 365-horsepower GTS editions are joining the lineup for 2018.
Detailed ratings
The Car Guide rating | 87% |
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Fuel economy | 6/10 |
Reliability | 6/10 |
Safety | 7/10 |
Infotainment | 8/10 |
Driving | 10/10 |
Overall | 9/10 |
What's new in 2018
N/A
Pros
- Refined silhouette
- Infotainment system
- Superior torque
- Dynamic handling
Cons
- Sound of the four-cylinder engine
- Limited visibility
- Not much storage
- Poorly planned cup holders
Competitors
N/A
Recalls
none