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1 Gear lever for six-speed manual gearbox
2 PDK gear selector
3 PDK gearshift switches on multifunction
steering wheel
4 Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) H a l f ge a r b ox 1: ge a rs 1, 3, 5, 7, R
Half gearbox 2: gears 2, 4, 6The 7th gear ratio is longer and keeps
engine speed low to improve ride comfort
and
reduce fuel consumption at higher
speeds.
The design of PDK is similar to t wo
conventional gearboxes in one. The odd
numbered gears are housed on one
assembly and the even numbered gears on
another, each having its own clutch. While
one gear is engaged, PDK pre-selects the
next gear based on driver input. When the
next gear is requested, drive is switched
from one clutch to the other in millisec-
onds, delivering gear changes with no loss
of drive.
With the SPORT but ton selected, the full
advantages of PDK are brought into play:
Act or relax as you please.
Transmission.
Package, the SPORT PLUS but ton acti-
vates the throt tle-blip function to make
the gearshift process an even more
engaging experience.
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK).
Available as an option for the Boxster
models is 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung
(PDK), featuring both manual and automatic
modes. PDK offers extremely fast gear
changes with no interruption in the flow of
power, improved acceleration over the man-
ual gearbox, very short response times,
reduced fuel consumption and a distinct
increase in comfort.
In total, PDK has seven forward gears at
its disposal. Gears 1 to 6 have a sports
ratio and top speed is reached in 6th gear.
For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class please refer to page 131.
Six-speed manual gearbox.
Both Boxster models are equipped as
standard with a light weight six-speed
manual gearbox. Gearshifts are smooth
and optimally adapted to the respective
engine map. Shift throws are short and
sport y and the gear lever is easy to oper-
ate, enabling a rapid gearshift action and
providing a truly engaging driving experi-
ence. The upshift indicator located in the
central circular instrument helps you to
maximise fuel efficiency.
The ascending centre console gives you
an authentic sports car feel. It positions
the gear lever close to the steering wheel,
which enables you to change gear as fast
and as ergonomically as possible. In con-
junction with the optional Sport Chrono
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Chassis
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
-
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
-
ence and further improve sport y perfor-
mance.
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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
-
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 -
ali
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
-
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
-
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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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.
Audio and communication.
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Index
C
CD/ DV D au tochanger 101
CDR audio system 96
CDR Plus audio system 96
Chassis 50
Child seats 88
Coasting 46
Colours 110
Exterior 110
Interior 112
Comfort 82
Cruise control 40
D
Design 12
Digital radio 101
Direct fuel injection (DFI) 33
Dr y-sump lubrication, integrated 34
Dynamic gearbox mounts 66
E
Electric parking brake 59
Electrical system recuperation 42
Engine management 38
Engineered body design 70Engines
28
2.7-litre engine 30
3.4 - litre engine 30
Environment 77
Exhaust emission control 77
Exhaust system 36
Exterior 12 , 110
Exterior mirrors and rear-view mirror 92
F
Factory collection 12 5
Floor mats 11 8
Fuel 79
Fuel consumption 78
G
Gearbox mounts, dynamic 66
H
Handset for telephone module,
cordless 99
HomeLink
® (programmable
garage door opener) 92
Hood, fully electric 94I
Instruments
84
Integrated dr y-sump lubrication 34
I nte r i o r 16 , 8 2, 112
ISOFIX child seat preparation 88
L
Leather package 8 4 , 112
Light design package 92
Lights 74
Logbook, electronic 98
Luggage compartments 91
M
Manual gearbox, 6-speed 45
Materials 78
Mobile phone preparation 101
N
Navigation module 96
O
Online services 101P
Panorama
12 6
Pa r k A ssist 92
Parking brake, electric 59
Personalisation 10 8
Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM) 50
Porsche Car Configurator 12 3
Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB) 57
Porsche Communication
Management (PCM) 96
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) 45
Porsche Driving Experience 124
Porsche Dynamic Light System
(PDLS) 74
Porsche Exclusive 12 2
Porsche Side Impact Protection
System (POSIP) 73
Porsche Stabilit y Management (PSM) 60
Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) 62
Porsche Vehicle Tracking
System (PV TS) 93
Power steering 53Power steering Plus
53
Principle 12 8
R
Recycling 78
Resonance intake manifold 33
Roll - over protection 72
S
Safety 70
Seat heating 88
Seat ventilation 88
Seats 88
Adaptive Sports seats Plus 88
Child seats 88
Fully electric Sports seats 88
Sports bucket seats 88
Sports seats 88
Sports seats Plus 88
Servicing 42, 79
Smoking package 11 8
Sound Package Plus 102
SPORT button 38
Sport Chrono Package 65Sports exhaust system
36
Steering 52
Steering wheel heating 87
Steering wheels 87
Multifunction steering wheel 87
SportDesign steering wheel 87
Sports steering wheel 87
Storage options 90
T
Technical data 13 0
Telephone module 99
TF T screen 85
Thermal management 36
Tra n s m i ssi o n 45
T V tuner 98
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM) 55
U
Universal audio interface 9 6 , 101
V
VarioCam Plus 34
Voice control system 98W
Water- repellent side windows
94
‘Welcome Home’ lighting 92
Wheels 54
Wind deflector 95
Index
A
Adaptive cruise control including
Porsche Active Safe (PAS) 41
Air conditioning system 92
Airbags 72
Alarm system 93
Anti-theft protection 93
Audio and communication 96
Audio interface, universal 96
Auto start/stop function 39
Automatic climate control, two-zone 92
Automatic headlight activation 75
B
Bi-Xenon headlights 74
BOSE
® Surround Sound System 102
Boxer engines 28
Boxster 22
Boxster concept 9
Boxster S 24
Brakes 57
Burmester
® High - End
Surround Sound System 10 4