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The hood on the Boxster models makes
it easy to clear your head. Fully
electric, it
opens and closes in around
nine seconds
and is operable up to a speed of 50 km/ h.
The intelligent lightweight construction,
which uses aluminium for substantial
parts of the bodyshell, doors and luggage
compartment lids, helps to achieve an
excellent power-to-weight ratio.
Porsche Active Suspension Management
(PASM) offers continuous adjustment of
damping forces based on the selected
mode. Dynamic performance can be fur
-
ther improved with optional Porsche
Torque Vectoring (PTV).
The optional Sport Chrono Package
includes dynamic gearbox mounts. They
contain a fluid with magnetic properties,
which enables them to adapt instantly to
driving conditions and counteract the
effects of inertia. The results are percep -
tibly more stable handling during perfor
-
mance driving, as well as a higher level of
ride comfort.
Knowledge should never
be confined to books.
Engineering.
A series of innovative technologies is
key to achieving exemplary efficiency.
As standard, these include the auto
start /stop function, electrical system
recuperation (p. 42), energy-saving
electrome chanical power steering, intelli -
gent thermal management and, in conjunc -
tion with PDK, the coasting function. The
result is a significant reduction in
fuel consumption and, therefore, a reduc -
tion in CO
2 emissions of up to 16 % com-
pared with the previous model (depending
on the equipment variant).
Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
provides stabilit y at the limits of sport y
performance. Available as an option,
For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class please refer to page 131.
What use is expertise if it isn’t put into
practice and applied to the road?
In the Boxster, the 2.7-litre horizontally
opposed six cylinder engine delivers
195 kW (265 hp); in the Boxster S, the
3.4 - litre equivalent generates 232 kW
(315 hp). Both mid-mounted engines
feature direct fuel injection (DFI) and
VarioCam Plus for a significant increase
in both power output and efficiency. The
SPORT but ton on the centre console is fit
-
ted as standard and opens up even more
agile responses. Power is transmit ted to
the wheels by a light weight six-speed
manual gearbox or the optional 7-speed
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK).
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For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class please refer to page 131. with ef ficient technologies as standard,
including VarioCam Plus, direct fuel
injection (DFI), auto start/stop, electrical
system recuperation and enhanced
thermal management.
What else could we have given the
mid-mounted engine? An even more agile
response. One press of the SPORT
but ton on the centre console makes
engine performance even more dynamic
for driving pleasure at the limits of
performance. Let ’s take a look in more
detail.
For us, there are many reasons to remain
faithful to the mid-mounted engine con
-
cept, to keep transferring performance
from the racetrack to the road and to
continue to combine tradition with innova -
tion. And we do this always on the
proviso that high power is achieved with
comparatively low fuel consumption and
emission figures.
With this aim, we developed t wo compact
and light weight boxer engines that are
characterised by their ability to deliver
high levels of power and efficiency simul -
taneously. Both engines are equipped
The mid-mounted engine belongs at
Porsche and it belongs in the Boxster.
The advantages speak for themselves.
The concentration of mass close to the
centre of the vehicle and the low centre
of gravit y produce extraordinary agilit y
and cornering dynamics. At the same
time, weight is uniformly distributed
bet ween the front and rear axles and
handling characteristics are particularly
well balanced. The combined result
enables the driver to fully enjoy every
corner and maintain excellent control
over the vehicle.
Always mid- engined.
Never middle ground.
Boxer engines.
At Porsche, the mid-mounted boxer engine
is more than a tradition, it is a legend.
One of the most renowned examples of its
use was in the 550 Spyder. In conjunction
with an intelligent lightweight construction,
this arrangement delivered outstanding
agility and cornering dynamics and proved
to be a key factor in the countless victo -
ries achieved on some of the world’s
most famous racetracks. In the 1960s,
the 718 RS 60 Spyder contributed to the
triumphant success of the mid-engined
race car with wins in hillclimbing and
endurance events.
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Chassis
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
-
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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Interior and comfort
1 Air conditioning system
2 Two-zone automatic climate controlprotection with the hood closed, is availa -
ble on request. A combined alarm and
radar-based interior surveillance system
is available as an option for the Boxster.
Porsche Vehicle Tracking System
(PV TS).
Available as an option, this preparation
enables future installation of the Porsche
Vehicle Tracking System (PV TS) available
from Porsche Tequipment. The system
makes it possible to locate a stolen
vehicle across most of the countries of
Europe. The preparation package inclu -
des a special wiring loom and a tilt sen -
sor for the alarm system.
mented by a visual warning in the central
display of the CDR audio system, optional
CDR Plus or optional PCM, which shows a
graphical representation of the vehicle
from overhead.
HomeLink®
(programmable garage door opener).
The optional programmable garage door
opener is integrated into the overhead
console and remotely controls up to three
different garage doors, gates, home light -
ing and/or alarm systems.
Anti-theft protection.
Both Boxster models are equipped as
standard with an immobiliser with in-key
transponder. In addition, the Boxster S
has an alarm system with contact-sensitive
exterior protection. A radar-based interior
surveillance system, which en hances
option, electrically folding exterior mirrors
with door courtesy lighting on both sides
of the vehicle make it easier to find your
way in the dark. An auto-dimming function
for the exterior mirrors and rear-view mir -
ror with an integrated rain sensor for the
windscreen wipers, is available as an
option.
ParkAssist.
Optional Park Assist is activated the mo -
ment you select reverse gear. An audible
signal gives a warning if you reverse too
close to an obstacle.
An enhanced version of Park Assist also
provides monitoring of the area to the
front of the vehicle. Ultrasonic sensors
are neatly integrated into the front and
rear aprons. The audible alert is supple-
Light design package.
The optional light design package com -
prises dimmable LEDs in the overhead
console, in the area of the door handles,
in the door storage compartments and in
the foot wells. LED illumination of the
luggage compartments and in the vanit y
mirrors of the sun visors is also included
with the light design package.
‘Welcome Home’ lighting.
The ‘Welcome Home’ lighting function
automatically switches on the LED day -
time running lights for a user- defined
period whenever the vehicle is opened
or closed using the key remote.
Exterior mirrors and rear-view mirror.
The Boxster models are equipped as
standard with electrically adjustable and
heated exterior mirrors. Available as an
Wave goodbye to everyday life.
But embrace everyday practicality.
Additional comfort and convenience features.
Air conditioning system.
An air conditioning system with integrat -
ed active carbon filter is fit ted as stand -
ard. The filter traps particles, pollen and
odours. The ventilation pat tern is wide
and the air conditioning is quiet and
ef fective.
Two-zone automatic climate control.
Two-zone automatic climate control is
available as an option. It provides an
enhanced ventilation effect and has sepa -
rate temperature controls for the driver
and passenger. The available air condi -
tioning modes are gentle, normal and
strong. The automatic air-recirculation
function permanently monitors air quality,
reduces humidity and switches from
fresh to recirculated air when required.
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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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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
-
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
-
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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Audio and communication
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19 - inch Cayman S wheel
1) Seat heating available for Sports bucket seats from 10/2013 at the earliest.
– not available
I number/extra - cost option • standard equipment■ available at no extra cost
19 - inch Boxster S wheel
with the wheel centre with full - colour Porsche Crest
Product Boxster
Boxster SI no. Page
Interior
HomeLink® (programmable garage door opener) ••6089 2 , 117
Cruise control
••454 4 0 , 117
Adaptive cruise control include Porsche Active Safe (PAS)
••45641
Two-zone automatic climate control
••573 9 2 , 117
Sports seats (2- way, electric)
• •– 8 8, 89
Fully electric Sports seats (14-way, electric) with memory package including
electric steering wheel adjustment
••P06 8 8, 89,
117
Sports seats Plus (2-way, electric)
••P04 8 8, 89
Adaptive Sports seats Plus (18-way, electric) with memory package including
electric steering wheel adjustment
••P 07 8 8, 89,
117
Sports bucket seats
••P03 8 8, 89
Seat heating
1)••3428 8 , 117
Seat ventilation (only in conjunction with seat heating)
••5 41 8 8 , 117
Steering wheel heating
••345 87
ISOFIX child seat preparation for passenger seat
••899 8 8 , 117
Product Boxster
Boxster SI no. Page
Wheels
18-inch Cayman wheels•–396 116
19-inch Cayman S wheels
••406116
19 - inch Boxster S wheels
•
•400 5 4 , 116
20 -inch Carrera S wheels
••423 116
20 -inch Carrera Classic wheels
••427 116
20 -inch SportTechno wheels with the wheel centre with full- colour Porsche Crest
••XRT116
Wheel centres with full - colour Porsche Crest
••446116
Tyre Pressure Monitoring ( TPM)
••482 55
The vehicles illustrated in the chapter on personalisation may include additional options not featured in this catalogue.
For information on these options, please consult your Porsche Centre.
For more information on the options featured in this catalogue, please refer to the separate price list.
20-inch Carrera S wheel Cruise control
HomeLink
®
Memor y package (fully electric Sports seats or adaptive Sports seats Plus)
20-inch SportTechno wheel
Key switch (ISOFIX for passenger seat)
18-inch Cayman wheel
Seat heating, seat ventilation,
two-zone automatic climate control
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Personalisation
20-inch Carrera Classic wheel