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Fo r w ar d t h r u s t |
Chassis
1 Dynamic gearbox mountsIn 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.
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. 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.
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.
Put more simply: when you are driving
into a bend, the vehicle will follow your
steering but, at first, the mass of the

drivetrain 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.
of the entire drivetrain, 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. 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

7879For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class please refer to page 131.
The wider view |
Environment
Servicing.
Long service intervals offer clear advan -
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.
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.
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
technical requirements. In short, the

Boxster is around 95 % recoverable.
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.
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
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
Boxster models has a light alloy content
of approximately 46 %.
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.

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Free space |
Interior and comfort
1 W ind deflector
2–4 HoodWind deflector.
A wind deflector is available as an option.
It reduces air turbulence in the cabin and
fits easily to the roll- over bar.
The large rear screen is made from glass
and is electrically heated and scratch-

resistant, so you can continue to enjoy
your freedom whatever the weather.
The hood stows away compactly above
the engine compartment without reducing
the luggage compartment volume. The
hood motor runs exceptionally quietly
and the modern soundproofing fabric is
robust and improves interior acoustics.

stretched side view of the vehicle. The
hood flows backwards and sweeps into

the body. The especially powerful silhou -
et te promises excellent dynamic per for -
mance and delivers impressive aerody -
namics.
50 km/ h. When the
vehicle is stationar y,
the hood can even be
operated remotely
using the vehicle key.
The hood design blends in elegantly with
the contouring of the Boxster models. As
a key design feature, it accentuates the
Fully electric hood.
Think a sense of freedom isn’t available
at the push of a but ton? Think again. The
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 operable up to a speed of
Water-repellent side windows.
The surfaces of the side windows are
treated with a water-repellent coating so
that not only water but also dirt runs
away more easily, thereby providing
clearer visibilit y even in poor weather.

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Audio and communication
The navigation module of PCM with high-
speed hard drive allows you to choose
bet ween a 2D display and a 3D perspec -
tive. In some regions, even buildings can
be displayed in 3D as well as terrain with
satellite image overlay.
Split screen mode enables you to view
two functions at once, such as the current
navigation map and a list of symbols that
represent the next navigation instruction.
The navigation module also features
dynamic route guidance, which recal -
culates the route in response to official
traffic messages (TMC) and information
from traffic flow sensors (TMC Pro*).
* TMC Pro available in Germany, Austria and
Switzerland.
1, 3 Porsche Communication Management (PCM)
including navigation module
2 CDR audio system
Fit ted in the glove compartment as stand -
ard, the universal audio interface (USB)
enables you to connect and even charge
your iPod
® or any other compa tible audio
source of your choice. The iPod
® or a
USB stick can be operated conveniently
and safely via PCM, the optional multi -
function steering wheel or the optional
voice control system.
By means of the USB socket, it is also
possible to download data from the per -
formance display of the Sport Chrono
Package, as well as data from the elec -
tronic logbook. In the opposite direction,
you can transfer up to 5,000 tracks in
MP3 format to the 40 GB internal hard
drive of PCM and create your own juke -
box. Playback of recognised podcast and
audiobook formats is supported and
cover art is displayed.
Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) including navigation module.
PCM is your central information and
communication system. It is powerful
and multifunctional, yet easy to operate.
The focal point is the intuitive 7-inch
high-resolution touchscreen. Almost all
functions can be controlled with just your
fingertips, although conventional rotary
pushbut ton controls are still provided.
Radio functions include up to 42 memory
presets, dynamic autostore and the
FM dual tuner with RDS diversit y, which
continuously scans in the background for
the best signal. The CD/ DVD drive plays
CDs and audio DVDs and is MP3-compati -
ble. A six- disc CD/ DVD autochanger inte -
grated into PCM is available as an option.
CDR Plus audio system.
Optional CDR Plus has seven loudspeakers
and delivers a total output of 185 wat ts.
Functions are controlled using a high-res -
olution 7-inch touchscreen. An analogue
and digital t win tuner ensures an exten -
sive selection of radio broadcasts. Other
features include a CD/ DVD drive support -
ing audio playback of MP3 files and
audio/video DVDs, a USB port for various
iPod
® and iPhone® models, an MP3 play-
er or for USB memory sticks containing
MP3 tracks. Cover art is also supported.
Connected USB devices can be controlled
via CDR Plus or the optional multifunction
steering wheel. An AUX inter face enables
you to connect additional external audio
sources, in which case functions are con -
trolled directly from the external device.
CDR audio system.
The CDR audio system is an ideal com -
plement to the resonant engine sound
of the Boxster models. It features a 7-inch
colour touchscreen, giving you quick
and easy access to the most important
functions and menus.
The integrated CD radio features
an FM dual tuner and RDS diversit y,
30 memor y presets, dynamic autostore
and speed -sensitive volume control.
The system also includes a sound system
with four loudspeakers and a total output
of 2 x 25 wat ts. As standard, the glove
compartment contains an AUX interface,
which enables you to connect an external
audio device such as a compatible MP3
p l a y e r.
We’ve shown you what rock ‘n’ roll looks like.
Now you want to know how it sounds.
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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.
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.
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

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.*
The optional T V tuner for PCM is capable
of receiving unencrypted analogue and
digital television broadcasts (DVB -T) to
Electronic logbook.
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
Telephone module.*
The optional quadband GSM telephone
module offers convenience and excellent
reception. By inserting a SIM card directly
into the integral SIM card reader of CDR
Plus or PCM, calls can be made using the
hands-free facilit y. For even more conven -
ience, 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
battery 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 CDR Plus or PCM, the
optional multifunction steering wheel or
the optional voice control system, without

it ever leaving your pocket. In addition, the telephone module enables
you to establish a Bluetooth
® link with
those mobile phones that only support
the Handsfree Profile (HFP). In this case,
the GSM connection is always estab -
lished through the aerial of the mobile
phone. CDR Plus or PCM acts as a hands-
free system and you can leave the mobile
phone tucked away. On request, a tele -
phone module with cordless handset is
also available for PCM. Stored in the centre console, it features a
display and keypad. However, the hand
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set cannot be used for Bluetooth
® links
established using the Handsfree Profile
(HFP).
* Notes: see pages 120/121.
1 Electronic logbook
2 T V tuner
3, 4 Voice control system
5 Telephone module
6 Cordless handset for telephone module
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1 B O S E® Surround Sound Systemcourse, 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 ge -
nerated 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, faith -
fully reproduced sound and a captivating
360° acoustic experience.
optional
Porsche Communication Manage -
ment (PCM), the optional CDR Plus audio
system 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 the CDR Plus audio
system and optional Porsche Communica-
tion 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
Sound Package Plus.
For sophisticated ears: the optionally
available Sound Package Plus.
With a total output of 185 wat ts, seven
loudspeakers combine to create the
perfect interior sound experience. Audio
set tings can be customised using the
CDR audio system or optional Porsche
Communication Management (PCM).
BOSE® 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
Boxster models, it can be combined with

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