2010 PORSCHE BOXSTER SPYDER open hood

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as well as on the road. It is
only logical that the name
Spyder should continue to
be
synonymous with a roadster in
its purest form, and that it
should pay tribute to traditional
values. Purit y of design, for
example, and forsaking modern
comfort in favour of perform -
ance.
Something else on which we
were decided was an open vehi -
cle concept, which – as the
name suggests – needs no roof.
Certainly not an electric one.
The Boxster Spyder concept.
The purposeful mid-engine
arrangement, the distinctive
light weight construction, the
extraordinar y agilit y, the precise
handling, the uncompromising
driving experience. Of course,
none of this is new for Porsche.
Even in the early 1960s, with
the 718 RS 60 Spyder, the
successor to the legendary
550 Spyder, Porsche developed
a roadster that possessed these
very traits and would go on to
write its own chapter in sportscar
history, for feats in hill-climbing If there had to be any hood at
all, it should be a manual one:
made from canvas. This radical
measure gave our designers
free rein to create an overall
appearance like no other. One
of the most striking results is
the extremely sport y rear end,
characterised by t wo muscular
haunches.
Unmistakable references to

Porsche history are also inher -
ent in the range of standard
exterior paint finishes (Carrara
White, Guards Red and Black), the 1960’s Porsche logo on the
side of the car, the motorsport
design of the side air intakes
and the deliberately minimalist
interior.
In summary, the Boxster Spyder
is a sportscar that evokes
strong emotions. It captures the
essence of sportscar histor y.

It was built by people who were
themselves a part of this history
and for people who now find
themselves transported back
there.
If you want to embark on a new voyage
of self-discovery, you should first free your mind.

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from the very first glance, to
give an out ward expression of
what a Porsche driver expects:
authenticity, precise handling
and sheer liberation. How?

By remaining faithful to a funda -
mental Porsche principle: the
combination of a consistently
lightweight design and intelli -
gent performance. In other
words,
with Porsche Intelligent
Design.
Driving a Boxster Spyder is
a commitment. A commitment
to unconditional driving pleasure.
A commitment to that which
mat ters to roadster enthusiasts:
tangible and visible dynamics.
As ever, our designers set
themselves extremely high
standards. The objective was
to convey a clear message
Performance. By dispensing with
the superfluous and retaining
the most important element:

the original roadster spirit. With
the Boxster Spyder, this spirit
is expressed by its unmistakably
sport y design. By a st yling that,
typically for Porsche, explores
its own directions.
While others follow fashion,
at Porsche form always follows function.
The most striking examples are
the manual canvas hood in place
of an electric convertible hood
and the rear which is dominated
by t wo imposing and dynamic-
looking haunches. With the hood open, these create a smooth

visual continuation of the roll-
over bars in a black painted
finish. So, is this all just styling
for st yling’s sake? On the
contrar y. Additions to a pure design here and there should only
be contemplated if per formance
is improved as a consequence.
The result of these enhancements
is improved aerodynamics during
open-top driving.

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inclement days. Yet it is its
simplicit y which makes it

fundamental to the appearance
of the Boxster Spyder. So as not
to limit luggage space, the hood
stows in the forward section of
the rear luggage compartment.

How is it operated? By one
person alone and in just a few
minutes. To make things even
easier, all par ts relating to the
hood assembly and disassembly
are finished in striking red.

With the hood closed, the
vehicle has a top speed of
124 mph (200 km/ h).

The new approach of our
designers, something that makes
the Boxster Spyder even more
distinctive, is reflected in the
two-piece combination of

sunshield and weather protector.
No sophisticated electronics,
no control motors and as a
result, a weight saving of 21 kg.

It ’s a hood that protects you
from t he sun w i t h t he w indows
down, giving you an authentic
sense of open -air driving. With
the windows closed, it enables
you to continue your enjoyment
of a pure roadster experience
to the full, even on those
Not even bad weather can dampen
the spirit of the Boxster Spyder.
Sun shield Sun shield
Sun shield and weather protector

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ratio that counts: the ratio
bet ween low mass – for excellent
agilit y – and high power – for
outstanding performance. This is
precisely why the power- boosted
3.4 - litre Boxer engine has been
counterbalanced by a weight
Drive system.
More engine power equals
increased dynamic performance.
To our engineers, this formula
has always been too simplistic.
At Porsche, with over 60 years’
experience in building sports-
cars, it is the power-to-
weight saving of 80 kg. The engine
improves on the already impressive
figures of the Boxster S by a
further 10 hp for a total power
output of 235 kW (320 hp) at
7,200 rpm, and maximum torque
of 370 Nm at 4,750 rpm.
The result is a vehicle with an
engine that boasts outstanding
performance figures, is very
smooth running, has increased
pulling power and excellent cor -
nering agilit y. When combined
with the intelligent light weight construction it has a power-
to-weight ratio of just under

4 kg/hp. Even the slightest touch
of the accelerator provokes a
sense of urgency, propelling the
Boxster Spyder from 0 to 62 mph
(100 km/h) in 5.1 seconds.
Three-spoke sports steering wheel with gearshift paddles
Not all escape artists
employ trickery.
With the hood open, the top
speed is 166 mph (267 km/ h),
accompanied by an engine
sound that is characteristically
Porsche. The power of the
engine is delivered to the road
by a precision six-speed manual gearbox. Gear changes provide
the connection between the
engine power and an active,
pure driving experience. In
terms of features designed for
comfort and convenience, there
is only room in our concept if
they are in keeping with the
sporting theme. Optional Porsche
Doppel
kupplung (PDK, see
Boxster main catalogue page 42)
of fers gear changes that take
place in milliseconds with no
interruption in the flow of power,
enabling the driver to enjoy
improved acceleration combined
with a high level of driving
comfort. And a distinct reduction
in fuel consumption.
7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)
Power output and torque chart for the Boxster Spyder
Boxster Spyder: 370 Nm at 4,750 rpm, 235 kW (320 hp) at 7,200 rpm
Power (kW)
Torque (Nm)
Engine speed (rpm)
200
280 300
320
340
360 380 400
420
40 60 80
100 120 140 160 180 200 220
240
260
1500 7500
2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5500 6000 6500 7000 220 240
260
1000
235 kW (320 hp)
370 Nm
280
440

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Centre console and six-speed gear leverSports bucket seat
Dashboard trim strip
Nothing should distract the
driver from what really matters:
driving pleasure.
When you get in, it’s immediately
apparent. Whoever wants
to own an original roadster

The dashboard is the epitome of
purit y of design. The dial faces
of the circular instruments are
finished in black. The removal of
the instrument shroud provides
another accent on the theme of
minimalist and authentic design. will have to make sacrifices.

Door storage compartments?
No chance. Cup holders?
No chance. Conventional door
release levers? Dit to. But why should we have fit ted
levers, when door pulls are
so much more evocative of our
racing tradition? And, more
importantly, they are, by nature,
weight-saving. By no means
trivial details, they are part of a considered and, in the roadster
segment, superior strateg y:

purposeful lightweight design.
It ’s a solution that also includes
sports bucket seats with seat
centres in Alcantara. The result is
a further 12 kg reduction, and a way for the driver to experience
more acutely and more immedi
-
ately the power that pushes
the Boxster Spyder to the limit.
An air conditioning system has
no place in this concept either.
That would have added 12 kg. It ’s a concept that demands
strong conviction, for whoever
attaches so much value to

performance and authenticity
sets dif ferent priorities in terms
of comfort, and would prefer
to rely on the most natural of all air conditioning systems: the
headwind with the hood open.
Despite our strict adherence

to purit y of design, we wanted
to make one concession: the
windscreen with grey top -tint
and the wind deflector are standard. A lit tle indulgence

that makes open -top driving that
little bit more comfortable.
One last question: what other
potential for weight reduction
was lef t? Should we really have
gone so far as deleting even the radio? With a weight saving
of 3 kg and the powerful engine
sound of the Boxster Spyder to
compensate, that was an easy
decision.
How can a roadster strike a more authentic note?
Without a radio.
Instrument cluster

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Interior: leather and natural leather. Order no.
• Leather interior package in standard colour: Black or Sand Beige Code
• Leather interior package in special colour: Cocoa Code
• Leather interior package in natural leather: Carrera Red 998
Interior: Alcantara.
• Boxster Spyder interior package in AlcantaraDBA
• Boxster Spyder interior package in Alcantara for PDK DBB
Factory collection.
• Factor y collection 900
For further details and information, and a comprehensive overview of personalisation
and Exclusive options, please refer to the separate price list.
Audio and communication. Order no.
•
CDR-30 audio system (only available in conjunction with
Sound Package Plus) 695
•
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) including navigation
module (only in conjunction with Sound Package Plus) P23
• Sound Package Plus 490
• Six- disc CD autochanger for CDR-30 audio system 692
• Six- disc CD/ DVD autochanger for PCM 693
• Universal audio interface 870
• Mobile phone preparation without bracket /with bracket 619/618
• Telephone module for PCM 666
• Voice control system for PCM 671
• Electronic logbook for PCM 6 41
Technical data: Boxster Spyder.
** With SPORT PLUS button pressed in conjunction with the optional Sport Chrono Package or
Sport Chrono Package Plus.
*** 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 offer. They are intended solely as a means
of comparing dif ferent t ypes of vehicle. You can obtain fur ther information about individual vehicles from your Porsche Centre. Fuel consumption calculated for vehicles with standard specification only. Optional equipment may affect fuel consumption and performance.
Engine
Typ e
Boxer
LayoutMid - mounted
Cylinders6
Displacement3,436 cm3
Max. power (DIN)
at rpm235 kW (320 hp)
7, 2 0 0
Max. torque
at rpm370 Nm
4,75 0
Compression ratio12.5 : 1
Transmission
Layout
Rear-wheel drive
Manual gearbox6-speed
PDK (optional) 7-speed
Chassis
Front/Rear axle
Lightweight spring-strut suspension
SteeringPower-assisted (hydraulic),
with variable steering ratio
BrakesFour-piston aluminium monobloc
fixed calipers front and rear, discs
internally vented and cross- drilled
Vehicle stability system PSM (with ABS 8.0)
Standard wheels/tyresFront: 8.5 J x 19 ET 55; 235 / 35 ZR 19
Rear: 10 J x 19 ET 42; 265 / 35 ZR 19
Unladen weight Manual / PDK
DIN
1,275 kg / 1,300 kg
EC* 1,350 kg / 1,375 kg
Performance Manual / PDK
Top speed hood open
Top speed hood closed
267 km/ h (166 mph) / 265 km/ h (165 mph)
200 km/ h (124 mph) / 200 km/ h (124 mph)
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)
(0–62 mph) 5.1 secs / 5.0 secs (4.8 secs**)
Acceleration (0–160 km/h)
(0–99 mph) 10.8 secs / 10.6 secs (10.3 secs**)
Acceleration (0–200 km/h)
(0 –124 mp h)17.5 secs / 17.3 secs (17.0 secs**)
Flexibility (80–120 km/h)
(50–75 mph) in 5th gear
In-gear acceleration (80–120 km/h)
(50 –75 mph)
6.1 secs / –
– / 3.0 secs
Fuel consumption/emissions*** Manual / PDK
Urban in l/100 km (mpg)
14.2 (19.9) / 14.0 (20.2)
Extra urban in l/100 km (mpg)7.1 (39.8) / 6.6 (42.8)
Combined in l/100 km (mpg)9.7 (29.1) / 9.3 (30.4)
CO2 emissions in g/km221 / 218
Tank capacity approx. 54 litres
* 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.
Sports seat Boxster Spyder interior package in Alcantara Porsche Communication Management (PCM)
including navigation module