2010 PORSCHE BOXSTER S ABS

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Sport Chrono Package.
The Boxster combines open -top
driving with performance which
at Porsche has its origins on the
racetrack.
As an option, for both models we
offer the Sport Chrono Package
which enables even sportier tuning
of the chassis and engine and
guarantees even more driving
pleasure.
Selecting the SPORT but ton

on the centre console activates
‘Sport ’ mode, which makes
throt tle the response significantly
more immediate, adjusts the
rev-limiter to a harder set ting,
and tunes the engine dynamics
for performance driving.
The optional Porsche Active

Suspension Management (PASM)
also switches to ‘Sport ’ mode,
which of fers harder damping and
more direct steering and, there-
fore, bet ter road holding.

With the optional PDK in auto -
matic mode, gearshif t points are
delayed until the upper rev range.
The shif t times are shorter, the
gear changes sportier. At low rates
of deceleration, the system
initiates a swif ter, brake-induced
downshift. In manual mode, gear
changes are faster and more
dynamic.
In ‘Sport ’ mode, the PSM (p. 63)
intervenes later for increased
longitudinal and lateral dynamics.
PSM now affords greater
manoeuvrabilit y under braking
and exit acceleration, especially
at low speeds.
For maximum dexterit y, PSM can
be set to standby while the car is
still in ‘Sport ’ mode (p. 63). For
safet y, it is set to intervene auto -
matically only when ABS assist -
ance is required on both the front
wheels.
A key component of the Sport
Chrono Package is the swivel-
mounted in the centre of the
dashboard with analogue and
digital display.
In combination with the optional
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK),
the Sport Chrono Package of fers
t wo additional functions that
are activated by the SPORT PLUS
but ton.
First, ‘Launch Control’, which
ensures you achieve the fastest
possible rate of acceleration
from a standing start – on the
race track, for example. ‘Launch
Control’ is operated via the
SPORT PLUS but ton with the ‘D’
or ‘M’ drive position selected.
Whilst the driver depresses the
brake pedal with the left foot,
the right foot depresses the
accelerator pedal to the floor.
With the accelerator in the kick -
down position, the system
detects the driver’s request for
Launch Mode and revs the
engine to an optimum speed of
approximately 6,500 rpm.
Boxster | Chassis
Engine torque increases and the
clutch closes slightly. The mes -
sage ‘Launch Control ’ appears
in the display on the PDK steer -
ing wheel. The driver now quickly
releases the brake – and pre -
pares for maximum acceleration.

Second, the ‘motorsport- derived
gearshif t strategy’. Using this,
PDK is geared up for maximum
shif t speed, the shortest possible
shif t times and optimum shif t
points for maximum acceleration
– ideal for the racetrack.
Sport Chrono Package Plus.
On request, the optional Porsche
Communication Management
(PCM, p. 83) can be combined
with the Sport Chrono Package
Plus. In addition to the functions
of the Sport Chrono Package,
it includes a personal memory
function in the PCM and a per-
formance display for evaluating
lap times.
Throttle response
in ‘Normal’ mode
Throttle response

in ‘Sport’ mode
Both sets of characteristics
are dependent on engine
speed.
Pedal travel (%)
(%)
Torque
(as percentage of maximum)
Sport Chrono stop watch
Comparison of electronic and throttle maps for ‘Normal’ and ‘Sport’ mode
‘SPORT’ but ton and ‘SPORT PLUS’ but ton on centre console

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Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB).
On request, we can equip your
Boxster S with a brake system
that has already had to cope
with the harshest requirements
of motorsport: the Porsche
Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB).

The ceramic brake discs have
a diameter of 350 mm front and
rear – for extremely powerful
braking. The brake discs are
formed from a specially treated
carbon -fibre compound that is
silicated in a high-vacuum process
at approximately 1,700 ˚C. Not
only are the resulting discs much
harder than standard discs, they are more resistant to heat.
The low thermal expansion of

the brake discs prevents defor -
mation under heav y braking.
Furthermore, the ceramic brake
discs are totally resistant to
corrosion and offer more favour -
able noise-damping properties.

Six-piston aluminium monobloc
fixed calipers on the front axle
and four-piston units at the rear
provide a high and constant
brake pressure. The pedal
response is fast and precise with
only moderate input required.
All the necessary ingredients
are there for a short braking
distance, even in the toughest
conditions. Moreover, safet y
under braking at high speeds is
increased thanks to the excel-
lent fade resistance of PCCB.
The key advantage of PCCB
is that the brake discs are
approximately 50 % lighter than
standard discs of similar design
and size. A factor that helps
to reduce unsprung and rotating
masses on the vehicle. The
consequence of this is bet ter
road holding and increased
comfort, particularly on uneven
roads, as well as greater agilit y
and improved handling.
Please note that circuit racing,
trackday use and other forms of
performance driving can signifi -
cantly reduce the service life of
even the most durable brake
pads and discs. We recommend
that all brake components be
professionally inspected and
replaced where necessary after
every track event.
Porsche Stability Management
(PSM).
PSM, which comes as standard,
is an automatic control system
that stabilises the vehicle at the
limits of dynamic driving per-
formance. Sensors continuously
monitor driving direction, speed,
yaw velocit y and lateral accel -
eration. Using this information,
PSM computes the actual direc -
tion of motion. If this direction
deviates from the desired course,
PSM initiates braking inter-
ventions targeted at individual
wheels in order to stabilise the
vehicle.

Under acceleration on wet or
low-grip road surfaces, PSM
improves traction using the ABD
(automatic brake differential)
and ASR (anti-slip regulation)
functions, giving an agile
response. When ‘Sport ’ mode is
selected on the optional Sport
Chrono Packages (p. 56), the
PSM intervention threshold is
raised to enable greater driver
involvement – particularly at
speeds of up to approximately

70 km/ h (45 mph). The integral
ABS can further reduce the
braking distance.
Boxster S Boxster SBoxster S
Boxster | Safet y

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Boxster | Safet y
Dynamic cornering light Night-time illumination (front)Night-time illumination (rear)
For an even sportier drive, PSM
can be deactivated. However,
it is automatically reactivated for
your safet y if either of the front
wheels (in ‘Sport ’ mode, both of
the front wheels) requires ABS
assistance. ABD remains perma -
nently active.
PSM includes t wo additional func -
tions: precharging of the brake
system, and brake assist. If you
suddenly release the accelerator
pedal, PSM automatically readies
the braking system. With the
braking system having been
precharged, the brake pads are
already in light contact with the
brake discs. Maximum braking
power is therefore achieved
much sooner. When sudden brak -
ing is detected, the brake assist
function applies maximum brake
pressure to all four wheels.
Lights.
The Boxster models are all fit ted
with halogen headlights with
LED position lights integrated
separately into the front light unit
with integral fog lights above the
outer air intakes.
LED technology is also used in
the taillight unit to provide bet ter
illumination and respond more
quickly to driver input. Further
benefits are that LED bulbs are
energy saving and have a longer
life than conventional bulbs.

The design is unmistakable, both
day and night.
Bi-Xenon headlights with
dynamic cornering lights and
LED daytime running lights.
Available as an option for both
Boxster models are Bi-Xenon
headlights which include dynamic
cornering lights and LED day time
running lights.
Bi-Xenon headlights are brighter
than halogen headlights so that
they of fer improved visibilit y and
they illuminate the road more evenly. In fact, they are so effec
-
tive that separate fog lights are
no longer necessary. A headlight
cleaning system is built-in.
Dynamic cornering lights of fer
particularly effective illumination
of the road ahead, especially
through bends. Sensors continu -
ously monitor the speed, lateral
acceleration and steering lock
and, from these variables, calcu -
late the course of the bend.
This determines the angle
of the dynamic cornering lights,
with the lights able to swivel
into the corners up to a limit of
15 degrees, even with main
beam switched on.

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Boxster | Safet y
Passive safety: engineered
design.
The deformation zone at the
front of the vehicle contains a
system of longitudinal and lateral
members which absorb the
energy in the event of an impact.
The fuel tank and fuel lines are
safely positioned outside the
deformation zone. Together with
the rigid side structures, high-
strength steel elements in the
doors provide exceptional side-
impact protection. The reinforced
windscreen frame and the roll-
over bars positioned behind the
seats provide an ef fective barrier
if the car overturns. Energy-
absorbing materials are used at
key points throughout the passen -
ger compartment.
Both Boxster models are fit ted
as
standard with an airbag system

comprising t wo full-size front air -
bags as well as dedicated head
and thorax airbags (POSIP, p. 67)
on each side. This arrangement
ensures optimum upper-body

protection, even when the hood is
open. For added comfort and
safet y, the three-point belts have
integrated force limiters and
pretensioners.
Roll-over protection.
The front area of the cockpit is
protected by a robust steel
element integrated invisibly into
the windscreen frame. The rear
roll-over bars are made from high-
strength steel and are located
behind the seats. Their flat tened
form ensures high safet y, and
harmoniously follows the lines of
the seat backrests. The upper
seat-belt anchorage points are
at tached to the bars for greater
accessibility and comfort.
Porsche Side Impact
Protection (POSIP).
Both Boxster models are equipped
with Porsche Side Impact
Protection (POSIP) as standard.
This consists of t wo airbags on
each side. The outer bolsters of
the seats contain a thorax air-

bag and each door contains a head
airbag. Each has a volume of
around 8 litres, ensuring high
protection in the event of a side
impact, even when the hood is
open. The passenger cell is also
shielded by side impact protec -
tion beams in the doors.
Child seats.*
For our youngest Boxster pas-
sengers, the Porsche Tequipment
range of accessories includes
child seats and the necessary
preparation. This comprises an
ISOFIX fixing bracket for mount -
ing the Porsche child seats, and
a key switch to deactivate the
passenger airbag.
Porsche Side Impact Protection (POSIP)
*
Not to be used in conjunction with
spor ts bucket seats.
Sheet steel
Tailored Blanks
High-strength steel Aluminium Super high-strength steel
Super high-strength austenitic
stainless steel I

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Boxster | Environment
Boxster S
In the Boxster models approxi -
mately 20 % of components are
made from light weight alloys.
We use only innovative and envi -
ronmentally friendly components,
and each material is labelled
to facilitate its separation for
recycling. Recycled plastics are
used where they meet exacting
technical requirements. In all,
the Boxster models are approxi -
mately 95 % recyclable.

In addition, Porsche uses only
environmentally friendly water-
based paints. The Boxster models
are absolutely free of asbestos,
CFCs and components manufac -
t
ured using CFCs. This is because,
here at Porsche, environmental
protection does not begin at the
end of a vehicle’s life. It starts
at the planning and development
stage.
Fuel.
Both Boxster models are already
designed to operate on fuels
with an ethanol content of up to
10 %. Ethanol has a positive
impact on the CO2 balance since
the plants cultivated for the
production of this biofuel also
absorb CO2 from the atmosphere.

The release of hydrocarbons
from the fuel system has been
minimised thanks to the active
carbon filter and a special coating
on the fuel tank. All fuel lines
are made of aluminium and multi-
layered plastic.
.
Noise.
The Boxster models comply
with all applicable noise regula -
tions without any form of engine
encapsulation. To achieve this,
noises are eliminated at source.
Engine parts are stif f, moving
parts are light weight and toler-
ances are kept to a minimum.
Large-volume silencers and reso -
nators in the air intake system
minimise noise further. For the
entire service life of the vehicle.
Maintenance.
Long service intervals offer
clear advantages. For you: lower
costs and saved time. For the
environment: the use of fewer
consuables and replacement
parts. For full details of service
intervals, please refer to the
separate price list.

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Boxster | Technical data
Technical data
Boxster Boxster S
Weights
Manual / PDK Manual / PDK
Unladen weight (DIN) 1.335 kg / 1.365 kg 1.355 kg / 1.380 kg
Unladen weight (EC)
1)1.410 kg / 1.440 kg 1.430 kg / 1.455 kg
Permissible gross weight 1.635 kg / 1.670 kg 1.645 kg / 1.675 kg
PerformanceManual / PDK (SPORT PLUS)2)Manual / PDK (SPORT PLUS)2)
Top speed km/ h (mph) 263 (163 mph) / 261 (162 mph)274 (170 mph) / 272 (169 mph)
0 –100 km/ h (0 – 62 mph) 5.9 secs / 5.8 secs (5.6 secs)
2)5.3 secs / 5.2 secs (5.0 secs)2)
0 –160 km/ h (0 –99 mph) 13.6 secs / 13.4 secs (13 1 secs)2)11.6 secs / 11.4 secs (11.1 secs)2)
Flexibilit y (80 –120 km/ h)
(50 –75 mph) in 5th gear
In -gear acceleration (80 –120 km/ h)
(5 0 –75 m p h) 7.6 secs / 7.5 secs
– / 3.8 secs
6.5 secs / 6.3 secs
–
/ 3.2 secs
Fuel consumption /emissions3)Manual / PDK Manual / PDK
Urban in l/100 km (mpg) 13.8 (20.8) / 13.6 (20.5)13.6 (20.8) / 14 1 (20.0)
Extra urban in l/100 km (mpg) 6.9 (40.9) / 6.5 (43.5)7.1 (39.8) / 6.6 (42.8)
Combined in l/100 km (mpg) 9.4 (30.1) / 9.1 (31.0)9.5 (29.7) / 9.4 (30.1)
CO
2 emissions (g/km) 221 / 214223 / 221
Dimensions /aerodynamics
Length 4.342 mm4.342 mm
Width (including exterior mirrors) 1.801 mm (1.952 mm)1.801 mm (1.952 mm)
Height 1.292 mm1.294 mm
Wheelbase 2.415 mm2.415 mm
Luggage compartment volume ( VDA)
front/rear150 l / 130 l 150 l / 130 l
Tank capacity (reserve fuel) approx. 64 lapprox. 64 l
Drag coef ficient manual/PDK c
w = 0.29/0.30manual/PDK cw = 0.30/0.31
Boxster Boxster S
Engine
Ty p e Boxer Boxer
Installation mid - mounted mid - mounted
No. of cylinders 6 6
Displacement 2.893 cm
33.436 cm3
Max. power (DIN)
at rpm188 kW (255
hp)
6.400 228 kW (310
hp)
6.400
Max. torque
at rpm 290 Nm
4.400–6.000 360 Nm
4.400–5.500
Compression ratio 11.5 : 1 12.5 : 1
Transmission
Layout Rear-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive
Manual transmission 6-speed 6-speed
PDK (optional) 7-speed 7-speed
Chassis
Front axleMcPherson-strut suspension McPherson-strut suspension
Rear axle McPherson-strut suspension McPherson-strut suspension
Steering Power assisted (hydraulic)
with variable steering ratio Power assisted (hydraulic)

with variable steering ratio
Turning circle 11. 1 m 11. 1 m
Brakes 4 - piston aluminium monobloc fixed
calipers front and rear, discs
internally vented and cross- drilled 4 - piston aluminium monobloc fixed
calipers front and rear, discs

internally vented and cross- drilled
Vehicle stabilit y system PSM (with ABS 8.0) PSM (with ABS 8.0)
Wheels Front: 7 J x 17
Rear: 8.5 J x 17 Front:
8 J x 18
Rear: 9 J x 18
Ty res
Front:
205/55 ZR 17
Rear: 235/50 ZR 17 Front:
235/40 ZR 18
Rear: 265/40 ZR 18
1) Weight is calculated in accordance with the relevant EC Directives and is valid for vehicles with standard specification only.
Optional equipment increases this figure. The figure given includes 68 kg for the driver and 7 kg for luggage.
2) With SPORT PLUS but ton in conjunction with the optional Sport Chrono Package or Sport Chrono Package Plus.3) Data determined in the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) in accordance with the Euro 5 (715/2007/ EC and 692/2008/ EC) measurement method. The figures do not refer to an individual vehicle nor do they constitute part of the of fer. They are intended solely as a means of com -
paring dif ferent t ypes of vehicle. You can obtain further information about individual vehicles from your Porsche Centre. The fuel consumption
has been calculated based on a vehicle with standard equipment. Optional equipment may af fect fuel consumption and per formance.