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Porsche 718 Boxster 2013–2016 (981)
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- Price
- $51,400–$82,100
- MPG
- 25
- Strength: Excellent driving fun
- Strength: Strong reliability
- Watch-out: Poor passenger space
- Watch-out: Poor running costs
How it scores for you10 scores
Peak naturally aspirated Boxster — mid-engine handling brilliance that is stout and daily-usable, with only two seats and Porsche upkeep to budget for.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; its only recall was not rated serious. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Limited history so far, so this score may move as more recalls are filed. Adjusted +5 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $3,200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 23% of cars we track.
9.9 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 40% of other coupes we track.
Two seats only, though both occupants get real room and the twin trunks help.
Mid-engine balance, telepathic steering, and free-revving naturally aspirated flat-sixes — one of the finest-handling cars of its era at any price.
The PCM infotainment was already dated: small screen, no smartphone projection, button-dense console.
Surprisingly livable — supple ride, excellent driving position; top-down wind and road noise are the caveats.
Luxury brands like Porsche tend to lose value faster than average.
No published tow rating; front- or rear-wheel drive only.
Safety & recalls1 recall
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
1 recall across 2016
- Recall — Airbags: air bag/restraint control module (2016)
2016
- RecallAirbags: air bag/restraint control module19V533000
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2017 911 and Boxster, 2016 Cayman and Panamera vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
2015
No recorded issues.
Cost to own$32,800 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$51,400–$82,100
Estimated used price, by model year
$3,200/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
22
Highway MPG
31
Combined MPG
25
Horsepower
375 hp
Doors
2
Cargo volume
9.9 cu ft
Limited data — dimensions unavailable.
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