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With an all-new 2013 model on the horizon, the Porsche Boxster receives minimal changes for the 2012 model year.
After a thorough refresh last year, the 2010 Boxster carries over largely unchanged.
The Boxster receives a new 2.9-liter boxer engine, while the Boxster S receives an upgraded 3.4-liter engine, both providing more horsepower and improved fuel economy over last year's units. A new PDK (Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe) double clutch auto-manual transmission replaces the Tiptronic-S, while a six-speed manual gearbox is now standard on the base Boxster. LED daytime running lights occupy the space previously reserved for the Boxster's fog lights.
Lightweight sport seats with adjustable backrests are a new option, while Boxsters equipped with leather add Carrera Red to the interior color palette. Oil-change intervals are extended to 12,000 miles and spark-plug replacement to 36,000 miles.
Although the Cayman, by virtue of the added rigidity of its hardtop, maintains the ultimate edge in handling, away from the race track for most drivers the Boxster provides comparable performance excitement with the added allure of a convertible top, a bit more comfort and definitely more available storage via two roomy trunks.
Now entering its tenth model year and third iteration, the Boxster continues to reap the benefits of Porsche's traditional evolutionary method of engineering. Last year's introduction of the Cayman, basically a more powerful, hardtop version, demoted the Boxster to the bottom of the Porsche lineup in terms of power. For 2007 the Boxster climbs up to equal footing, thanks to a power boost that equips the Boxster S with the same 3.4-liter, 295-horsepower powerplant of the Cayman S, while the "just plain" Boxster and Cayman receive the 245-horsepower, 2.7-liter engine. On paper the numerical difference seems minor but, on the road, the improvement in performance and drivability, especially in the base model Boxster, is remarkable.
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By Bernie (IL) on Monday, October 15, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 300
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "Trilled by the entire package"
Cons: "None"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"I traded a 2010 Boxster for a 2013 Boxster base. THe new car is superior in every way. The ride has improved immensely and the body structure is unbelievably solid. I live on North Michigan Ave in Chicago and drive in a lot of heavy traffic and the stop start function is incredible. The other feature of the PDK which is incredible is that it coasts on the highway when you back off your speed. the engine reves go to 1200 rpm and when you accelerate the car engine react instantaneously. The sport position on the transmission quicken acceleration response. Every little detail has been improved, e.i quality of the turning lever, the cup holders, interior design and quality. and last but not least the handling has been measurably improved. the car is a sublime driving experience!"
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