2013 PORSCHE BOXSTER S wheel

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1 18 - inch Boxster wheel
2 19 - inch Boxster S wheelThe system updates quickly and accurate-
ly after an engine start, t yre pressure cor -
rection or wheel change – for increased
comfort and safet y.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM).
Optional Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM)
sends warnings to the on-board comput -
er’s display screen in the event of low t yre
pressure. The 4.6-inch TFT screen in the
instrument cluster enables the driver to
check the pressure in all four t yres.
time the t yres have a low rolling resistance,
which, in turn, helps to reduce fuel con
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sumption.
Wheels up to 20 inches are available as an
option.
The Boxster S has 19-inch wheels with
a dynamic dual-spoke design. The t yre
size at the front is 235/40 ZR 19 and
265/40 ZR 19 at the rear.
The larger rolling circumference improves
comfort and performance. At the same

The Boxster is equipped with 18-inch
wheels. Their minimalist five-spoke design
is sport y and elegant in equal measure.
Tyre sizes are 235/45 ZR 18 and 265/45
ZR 18 at the front and rear, respectively. Wheels.
The standard wheels on the Boxster mod-
els have been enlarged by one inch com-
pared with those of the previous models.
Made from a light weight alloy, the larger
wheels reinforce the car’s imposing pres
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ence and further improve sport y perfor-
mance.

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pedal). The wheel brakes are released as
soon as sufficient starting torque is
available and the parking brake is
released as the vehicle moves off.
supplemented by application of the

wheel brakes. As long as a gear remains
engaged, the brake pressure is main -
tained at all four wheels. To pull away,
simply apply throttle (manual gearbox:
apply throt tle and release the clutch manual gearbox and for PDK. It assists
you in making a comfortable, smooth and
roll-free start on an incline. Whenever you
come to halt on an incline, this is detected
automatically and the braking effect
of the electric parking brake is
Electric parking brake.
The electric parking brake, which can
be activated and deactivated manually,
is released automatically as you pull away
with your seat belt fastened. A hill hold
function is integrated as standard for the
we recommend that all brake compo
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nents be professionally inspected and
replaced where necessary after every
track event.
Please note that circuit racing, trackday
use and other forms of performance

driving can significantly reduce the
service life of even the most durable
pads and discs. As with conventional
high-performance braking systems,
represents a major reduction in unsprung and rotating masses. 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.
Another key advantage of PCCB is the
extremely low weight of the ceramic
brake discs, which are approximately
50
% lighter than standard discs of similar
design and size. As well as enhancing
performance and fuel economy, this

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Porsche Stability Management (PSM).

Porsche Stabilit y Management (PSM) is fit-
ted as standard. This system automatically
maintains stability even at the limits of
dynamic driving performance. Sensors
continuously monitor the speed, yaw
velocit y and lateral acceleration of the
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therefore achieved much sooner. Brake
assist detects a panic braking situation
and generates the brake pressure
required for maximum deceleration.
precharging of the brake system and
brake assist. If you suddenly release the
accelerator pedal, PSM automatically
prepares for your next action: the braking
system is precharged so that the brake
pads are already in light contact with the
brake discs. Maximum braking power is

If you prefer an ever sportier drive, PSM
can be switched off. For your safet y,

however, PSM remains set to intervene if
the vehicle is braked and ABS assistance

is required. ABS and ABD remain switched
on at all times. Also included with PSM
are engine drag torque control (EDC),
Under acceleration on wet or low-grip
road surfaces, PSM improves traction –
as well as agilit y and safet y – using the
automatic brake differential (ABD) and
antislip regulation (ASR). Integrated ABS is
designed to minimise braking distances. car. Using this information, PSM is able
to calculate the actual direction of travel
at any given moment. If the car begins
to oversteer or understeer, PSM applies
selective braking on individual wheels in
order to restore stability.

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with precise steering and stable load
transfer characteristics. What else? As
ever, lots of excitement at every t wist
and turn.
on a range of surface conditions, includ
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ing the wet and snow.
The results are remarkable stability,
easier handling and outstanding traction
as well as greater agilit y at every speed
At low and medium vehicle speeds, PT V
significantly increases agilit y and steering
precision. At high speeds and when

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ccelerating out of corners, the rear differ-
ential lock ensures greater driving stabilit y
(yaw movement) around the vehicle’s
vertical axis. This results in a direct and
sport y steering action as the car enters
the corner.
When the car is driven assertively into

a corner, moderate brake pressure is
applied to the inside rear wheel. Conse -
quently, a greater amount of drive force
is distributed to the outside rear wheel,
inducing an additional rotational pulse Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV).
This optional system for increasing
dynamic performance and stability varies
the distribution of torque to the rear
wheels and includes a mechanically lock -
ing rear differential.

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1 Sport Chrono display on sports steering wheel
in conjunction with PDK
2 Sport Chrono stopwatch
3 SPORT and SPORT PLUS but tonswhile torque boosts during gear changes
provide the maximum acceleration availa -
ble. 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 the SPORT or SPORT PLUS
but tons and, with PDK, Launch Control
have been activated. In conjunction with
the optional Porsche Communication
Management (PCM), a special display ena -
bles you to view, store and evaluate lap
times or other driving times. It shows the
total driving time, lap distance, lap num -
ber and lap times recorded so far.
Performance is further intensified by
dynamic gearbox mounts. Read on to find
out more.
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.
The throt tle-blip function produces even
sportier gearshifts. A managed burst of
throt tle ensures smooth load changes for
increased stabilit y and makes the gearshift
process an even more engaging experience.
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,
Sport Chrono Package.
Time is precious and every hundredth
of a second counts. The optional Sport
Chrono Package makes your driving experi
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ence priceless thanks to an even sportier
tuning of throt tle response and handling
characteristics.
The package comprises dynamic gear-
box mounts, a performance 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

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Interior and comfort
1 Boxster S with natural leather interior in Carrera Red,
PDK and other optional equipment available from
selected product ranges including Porsche Exclusiveside and centre air vent surrounds and
the model designation plaque on the
centre console.
The steering wheel rim and gear lever/
selector are sport y and st ylish at the same
time. The door pull inlays are t ypically
Porsche. Finished in leather, they represent
a balanced blend of design and function -
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t y. In the Boxster S, the door armrests
and the centre console storage compart -
ment lid are also finished in leather.
For even more sport y elegance, you
can request the optional leather package
for a st ylish leather finish on purposefully
selected interior features. As always, a
comprehensive leather interior package is
also available as an option.
Fit ted as standard, the CDR audio

system combines with the optional
Sound Package Plus to deliver impressive
acoustic performance and has a touch -
screen for easy operation. Available
as an option, the BOSE
® Surround Sound
System creates an authentic sound
experience with eight amplifier channels,
10 loudspeakers and a total output of
445 wat ts, while the Burmester
® High-
End Surround Sound System brings you
one step closer to audio perfection.
The interior materials are high-quality,
and the refined tone is enhanced by a
wealth of silver- coloured details. These
are found on the dashboard trim strip,
the centre console, the door pulls, the
glove compartment release lever, the
Ultimately, the feeling of freedom comes
from within. The interior of the
Boxster
models is purposefully designed as a
declaration of independence.
The geometric form of the cockpit
follows a clear direction: forwards.
The ascending centre console integrates
the driver optimally into the vehicle
by positioning the gear lever extremely
close to the steering wheel to enable
fast and sport y gear changes.
The generously proportioned interior is
light and offers plent y of space for driver
and passenger comfort. The individual
controls are characterised by their
simplicit y and ergonomics for intuitive use.
The most beautiful roof is the sky.
Interior and comfort.

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Cold weather should never be a reason to
prevent you from enjoying your open-top
driving experience.
1 SportDesign steering wheel
2 Sports steering wheel
3 Multifunction steering wheel
4 SportDesign steering wheel with gearshif t
paddles in conjunction with PDK
In conjunction with PDK, the steering
wheel features t wo gearshift paddles.
Made from a strong alloy, they are ergo
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nomically located behind the right and left
steering wheel spokes. Pull the right-hand
paddle and PDK shifts up. Pull the left-
hand paddle and PDK shifts down.
When combined with the optional Sport
Chrono Package and PDK, the steering
wheel has an additional display in the

left- and right-hand spokes to indicate
whether the SPORT, SPORT PLUS and
Launch Control functions are activated.
Steering wheel heating.
For extra comfort on those cold days, a
heating function is available as an option
for the sports steering wheel and the
multifunction steering wheel. The heating
is activated by a separate control but ton
on the steering wheel and the rim is
warmed to a pleasant temperature.
switches. One press with the thumb and
PDK shifts up. One pull with the index fin
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ger and PDK shifts down. Either the right
or left hand can be used.
With the optional Sport Chrono Package
and PDK, there is an additional display
above the airbag module. It tells you
whether the SPORT, SPORT PLUS and
Launch Control functions are activated.
The optional multifunction steering wheel
provides extra operating comfort with

four function but tons and t wo thumb-
wheels for convenient operation of many
audio, telephone and navigation functions.
SportDesign steering wheel.
Visually, the optional SportDesign steering
wheel is distinguished by its st ylish t win-
spoke design. It ’s in safe hands, even on
the sportiest of drives.
Steering wheels.
Where your journey takes you is in
your hands. For this reason, all available
steering wheels feature a high-grip
rim in smooth-finish leather and offer
outstanding ergonomics. The reach from
the steering wheel to the gear lever is
short for sport y and fast gear changes.
In combination with the optional fully
electric seats, the steering wheel is also
electrically adjustable and for even more
convenience, a memory function is
included.
Sports steering wheel.
The three-spoke sports steering wheel is
fit ted as standard and offers up to 60 and
40 mm of adjustment for both height and
reach, respectively. The steering wheel
rim is upholstered in smooth-finish leather.
In conjunction with optional PDK, the
steering wheel features two ergonomic

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Interior and comfort
Child seats.*
A Boxster should be enjoyed by passen-
gers of all ages. ISOFIX child seat pre-
paration is available as an option and
includes a deactivation function for the
passenger airbag.
* Child seats are not compatible with Sports bucket
seats.
** Seat heating available for Sports bucket seats from 10/2013 at the earliest.
1 Sports bucket seat
2 Standard Sports seat
3 Sports seat Plus
4 Fully electric Sports seat
5 Adaptive Sports seat Plus with optional seat heating and seat ventilation
Sports bucket seats.*
Sports bucket seats are available as
an option and feature a folding backrest,
integrated thorax airbag and manual fore/
aft adjustment. The carbon surface finish
conceals a seat shell in glass-/carbon-
fibre reinforced plastic.
Seat heating and ventilation.
Seat heating is available as an option for
all seats.** Seats are heated in the squab,
backrest and side bolsters. In conjunction
with seat heating, we can equip the seats
(excluding Sports bucket seats) with seat
ventilation on request. A slipstream effect
is produced by active ventilation of the
perforated seat centre and backrest and
by passive aeration at the side bolsters.
This evaporates perspiration moisture
and therefore makes for a dry and pleas-
ant seating environment, even in hot
weather.
Fully electric Sports seats.
If you don’t want to sacrifice sportiness for
comfort, the optional fully electric Sports
seats offer fully electric adjustment of
seat height, backrest angle, squab angle
and squab depth. Also elec trically operat-
ed are the fore/aft adjustment, four-way
lumbar support and even the steering col-
umn. The included memory package sup-
ports a range of set tings,
including both
exterior mirrors and all driv
er’s seat and
steering wheel positions.
Adaptive Sports seats Plus.
For a stronger connection bet ween sport
and comfort, adaptive Sports seats Plus
are available on request. These are an
enhanced version of the distinctive Sports
seats Plus with the added functionalit y of
fully electric adjustment of both the seat
and the side bolsters on the squab and
backrest.
Sports seats.
The standard Sports seats are comfor-
table and provide support even when the
car is driven hard into corners. The seat
centres are finished in Alcantara. Electric
backrest adjustment and manual height
and fore/af t adjustment are integrated as
st a n d a rd .
Sports seats Plus.
The optional Sports seats Plus are uphol-
stered in smooth -finish leather. The side
bolsters of the seat squab and backrest
are more prominently defined and have
a firmer, more sport y padding for even
bet ter lateral support. To help you find
the optimum posture, the seats feature
electric backrest adjustment and manual
height and fore/aft adjustment.
Take a seat.
The seat you’ve always promised yourself.
Seating.