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Sport Chrono Package.
Time is precious and every hundredth
of a second counts. The optional Sport
Chrono Package makes your driving experi -
ence priceless thanks to an even sportier
tuning of throt tle response and handling
characteristics.
The package comprises dynamic gear-
box mounts, a per formance display,
a digital and analogue stopwatch and
the SPORT PLUS but ton. When this
is pressed, optional Porsche Active
Suspension Management (PASM) switches
to ‘Sport ’ mode for harder damping
and more direct steering and therefore,
even more intensive road holding.
The trigger threshold for PSM is raised.
Agilit y is perceptibly enhanced when
braking for corners with PSM, allowing
even sportier braking and exit acceleration.
For even greater dexterit y, PSM can be set to standby while the car is still in
SPORT PLUS mode. For safet y, it is set
to intervene automatically only when ABS
assistance is required.
In conjunction with optional PDK, the Sport
Chrono Package comes with t wo additional
functions for a sport y drive that borders
on a motorsport experience. The first
is ‘Launch Control’, which is designed to
produce a racing start.
The second function is the involving

‘motorsport- derived gearshif t strategy’.
Using this, Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)

is geared up for the shortest possible
shift times and optimum shift points,
while torque boosts during gear changes
provide the maximum possible accelera -
tion. This involving experience is further
enhanced by overrun downshifts
and the
throttle-blip function for uncompromising
driving pleasure.
An additional display in the steering wheel
or either the instrument cluster indicates
whether the SPORT or SPORT PLUS
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tons and, with PDK, Launch Control have
been activated. In conjunction with the
optional Porsche Communication
Management (PCM), a special display
enables you to view, store and evaluate
lap times or other driving times. It shows
the total driving time, lap distance, lap
number and lap times recorded so far.

Performance is further intensified by
dynamic gearbox mounts. Read on to find
out more.
1 Sport Chrono display on the PDK steering wheel
2 Sport Chrono stopwatch
3 SPORT and SPORT PLUS but ton

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Dynamic gearbox mounts.
Dynamic gearbox mounts are included
as part of the optional Sport Chrono
Package. They are designed to enhance
both performance and comfort.
The electronically controlled system
minimises the oscillations and vibrations of the entire drive train, especially the
engine.
The gearbox is bolted to the body by t wo
mounts. Like any mass, it obeys the law

of inertia. This means that it will continue
moving in a uniformly straight line unless
some force causes it to change direction. Put more simply: when you are driving
into a bend, the vehicle will follow your
steering but, at first, the mass of the
drive train will not. This means that the
rear of the vehicle will ultimately be
pushed out wards as a result of the drive
train’s force of inertia.
Dynamic gearbox mounts minimise this
effect. Steering angle and both longitudi
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nal and lateral acceleration are constantly
recorded by sensors. The stiffness and
damping performance of the gearbox
mounts adapt to changes in driving st yle
and road surface conditions, which is
achieved by use of a fluid with magnetic properties. This results in greater

traction, perceptibly more stable handling
under load change conditions and in
fast corners and, in conjunction with the
‘Launch Control’ function for example,
extremely fast acceleration. Using the SPORT or SPORT PLUS but ton
you can switch the dynamic gearbox
mounts from ‘Normal’ to ‘Sport ’ or

‘Per formance’ mode and intensif y your
driving pleasure. In conjunction with optional PCM, the
G -Force graphic on the TFT screen in

the right-hand circular instrument enables
you to view the lateral and longitudinal
forces as they act on the vehicle.
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Environment
Fuel economy and recycling.
Intelligent lightweight construction has
been fundamental to the Porsche identit y
since 1948 for both technical and ecolog -
ical reasons. This forms the basis for
achieving low fuel consumption values in
conjunction with outstanding perfor -
mance. On the technical side, various compo
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nents are made with a high proportion of
aluminium, magnesium, plastics and
super- high -strength sheet steel. The
materials used have been selected for
their abilit y to withstand load, yet they
are considerably lighter than conventional
steel. As a result, the bodyshell of the
new Boxster models has a light alloy con -
tent of approximately 46 %. On the ecological side, all materials used
are meticulously selected. We use only
innovative and environmentally friendly
components. All synthetic components
are easily recyclable and each material

is labelled to facilitate its separation for
recycling. The reduction in the number
of plastic variants helps to ensure more
ef ficient recycling. Recycled plastics are
used where they meet our exacting technical requirements. In short, the new
Boxster is around 95
% recyclable.
In addition, Porsche uses a high propor -
tion of environmentally friendly water-
based paints. For us, 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 designed to
operate on fuels with an ethanol content
of up to 10 %. Ethanol has a positive
impact on the CO
2 balance since the
plants grown for the production of this
biofuel also absorb CO
2 from the atmos -
phere. The release of hydrocarbons from the fuel system has been minimised
thanks to the active carbon filter and the
multilayered material from which the fuel
tank is made. All fuel lines are made from
multilayered plastic, steel or aluminium.
Servicing.
Long service intervals offer clear advan
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tages. For you, they reduce costs and
save time. For the environment, they
assist in the sparing use of consumables
and replacement parts. For full details
of service intervals, please refer to the
separate price list.
For fuel consumption and CO
2 emissions please refer to page 127.

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Fully electric hood.
Think a sense of freedom isn’t available
at the push of a but ton? Think again.
The new Boxster models are equipped
as standard with a fully electric hood.
With the engine running, the opening
and closing processes are completed in around nine seconds. The hood is opera
-ble up to a speed of approx. 30 mph
(50 km/ h). When the vehicle is stationary,
the hood can even be operated remotely
using the vehicle key.
The newly st yled hood design blends
in elegantly with the contouring of the
Boxster models. As a key design feature,
it accentuates the new, stretched
side view of the vehicle. The hood flows
backwards and sweeps into the body.
The especially powerful silhouette promises excellent dynamic per formance and

delivers impressive aerodynamics. The hood stows away compactly
above the engine compartment

without reducing the luggage compart -
ment volume. The hood motor runs exception
ally quietly and the modern
soundproofing fabric is robust and
improves interior acoustics. The large
rear screen is made from glass and is
electrically heated and scratch - resistant,
so you can continue to enjoy your free -
dom whatever the weather.

Wind deflector.
A wind deflector is available as an option.
It reduces air turbulence in the cabin and
fits easily to the roll-over bar.
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Interior and comfort
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2–4 Hood

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Electronic logbook for PCM.
An electronic logbook is available for
PCM as an option. It enables automatic
logging for every journey of mileage,
route distance, date, time, starting
location and destination. After you have
downloaded your logbooks from the PCM
via the USB or Bluetooth
® inter face, you
can evaluate the data on your home PC using the soft ware supplied. The soft
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ware fulfils all statutory requirements
for automatic logbooks as specified by
the German revenue authorities.
TV tuner for PCM.
The optional T V tuner is capable of
receiving unencrypted analogue and
digital television broadcasts (DVB -T) to provide entertainment bet ween journeys.
For your safet y, the T V picture is
switched off while the car is in motion.
Voice control system for PCM.
To get what you want, you like to get
straight to the point. Almost all of the
functions of PCM can be controlled using
the optional voice control system with word-by-word input. The menu item is
read aloud exactly as it is displayed on
the screen and the voice control system
recognises commands or sequences

of numbers, whoever the speaker. It then
gives an audible acknowledgement and
carries out the functions you request.
There is no need to ‘train’ the system.
Telephone module for PCM.*
The optional quadband GSM telephone
module offers convenience and excellent
reception. By inserting a SIM card directly
into the PCM’s integral SIM card reader,
calls can be made using the hands-free
facility. For even more convenience, the
Bluetooth
® capability of a mobile phone
can be used to make calls via the SIM Access Profile (SAP). Once automatic
pairing is complete, the mobile phone’s
aerial is switched off to conserve bat tery
charge and the phone operates via the
car aerial. Depending on the mobile
phone model, this gives access not only
to the numbers on the SIM card, but

also to the phone’s internal memory.
Depending on the phone, it can also be controlled using PCM, the optional

multifunction steering wheel or the
optional voice control system, without
it ever leaving your pocket.
* Notes: see page 116. 1 Electronic logbook for PCM

2 T V tuner for PCM
3, 4 Voice control system for PCM
5 Telephone module for PCM
6 Cordless handset for telephone module
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Audio and communication

1BOSE® Surround Sound System.
The optional BOSE® Surround Sound
System really strikes a chord.
Developed specifically for Porsche and
optimally tuned for the interior of the new
Boxster models, it can be combined with
optional Porsche Communication Manage -
ment (PCM) or the CDR audio system.
This high-end audio system comprises
eight amplifier channels with a total
output of 445 wat ts. Its 10 loudspeak -
ers, including an active subwoofer
concealed behind the dashboard, deliver
a balanced acoustic pat tern. In combination with optional Porsche
Communication Management (PCM), the
BOSE
® Surround Sound System enables
audio playback of DVDs and is thus able
to make full use of the impressive sound
spectrum of 5.1 digital recordings.
Of course, you can still play other audio
sources, such as CDs and MP3s, in
stereo or, at the push of a but ton, in one
of the virtual surround modes generated
by BOSE
® Centerpoint® 2.
The BOSE
®- patented AudioPilot® noise
compensation technology uses a
microphone to continuously measure the
ambient noise inside the vehicle and adapts music playback instantly and

automatically so that a consistent sound
is maintained – whatever the driving
conditions.
The result is a balanced, faithfully
reproduced sound and a captivating
360° acoustic experience.
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Factory collection
The first time that you drive your new
Porsche will be a truly special moment.
Nevertheless, you can make it even more
special with Porsche factory collection.
Come and collect your Porsche in
Stut tgart-Zuffenhausen or Leipzig and
be the one to take it to its right ful place:
on the road.
Before this, we invite you behind the
scenes of the Porsche production
process. As part of a guided factory
tour, you will see how much passion and precision goes into every thing we

do. You can then take time to reflect on
your experience over a leisurely lunch
and look forward to the high point of
the day: taking delivery of your Porsche.
Our specialists will take their time to
explain everything about your new car
in as much detail as you wish.
That leaves you with just one more thing
to decide: from which factory to collect
your Porsche? Stut tgart-Zuffenhausen is
steeped in tradition and history. Here, you can visit the Porsche Museum to experi
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ence and learn about every aspect of the
Porsche marque, with legendary models
from a sports car history spanning over
60 years.
Or, if you would prefer your factory
collection to be a lit tle more on the
sport y side, visit our production location
in Leipzig. Your first driving experience
will be a test drive in a Porsche model
identical to the one you purchased and
under the expert supervision of one of
Factory collection
our instructors. Hone your skills either
on-road on the FIA-certified test circuit
or on our very own off-road track in a
Porsche of f- road vehicle.

If you do opt for the factory collection,
please contact your Porsche Centre to
arrange a collection date. We will be
happy to assist in the planning of your
trip. You will also be given information on
the formalities, legal or otherwise, to be
completed before you can take delivery. Porsche Sport Driving School.
At Porsche, we are working not only on
the evolution of the sports car, but also
on the development of the drivers. Safe
driving on the road may be second nature,
but what about mastering control of a
sports car at the limits of sport y perfor -
mance? We will help you to perfect your
driving safet y as well as your advanced
skills and techniques step by step.
Under the supervision of our experienced
Porsche instructors in your own car or in one provided by the Porsche Sport Driving
School, you can refine your abilit y on-road
or off-road, on international racetracks or
on ice or snow. We will be by your side
from the start and, if it is your aim, we will
accompany you through every training
level on the way to obtaining your motor
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sport licence.
To find out more, please go to
www.porsche.com/sportdrivingschool
Porsche Travel Club.
With the Porsche Travel Club, your holi -
day begins from the very first second –
the moment you step inside the vehicle.
Leave everyday life behind and join us in
one of the most beautiful regions in the
world. We look forward to you being our
guest. Whether you are here for several
hours or several days, your constant
companion will be a Porsche. A unique
experience awaits and includes an exclu -
sive hospitalit y package. You will stay
in first-class hotels and dine in the best
Porsche Driving Experience
restaurants your chosen route has to
offer. The Porsche Travel Club gives
you access to the very thing that words
cannot describe: the authentic driving
feel of a Porsche.
To find out more, please go to
www.porsche.com/travelclub