Porsche 718 Boxster Owner’s Guide

If putting the windows down in a Porsche 718 Cayman just doesn’t do it for you, then the 718 Boxster is what you need. It’s been hailed as the greatest roadster of all time because the overall package is very hard to compete with. Purists aren’t thrilled about the engine switch, but the Porsche 718 Boxster lineup is still a top option for top-down driving.

Ready to own a Porsche 718 Boxster in Austin? Check out this overview for a quick look at what it’s like.

The Porsche 718 Boxster Model Essentials

The slogan of the new Porsche 718 Boxster model is “for the sport of it.” Engineers drew inspiration from the 718 racecars from decades ago to build a convertible that is ready to take on the roads of today.

Performance

The four-cylinder turbocharged boxer engine of the Porsche 718 Boxster may not sound the best, but the exemplary chassis makes it easy to tune out. There aren’t many convertible sports cars that handle as well as the 718 Boxster with its precise steering and perfect balance. It’s also pretty responsive when you push the gas.

The Porsche 718 Boxster performance specs include:

2.0 liter turbocharged boxer engine
300 horsepower (350 hp with the 718 Cayman S)
0-to-60 in 4.9 seconds
170 mph top speed
Up to 280 lb-ft torque
Up to 28 highway MPG
Resonance intake system
2 catalytic converters
VarioCam Plus
Integrated dry-sump lubrication
MacPherson strut suspension with anti-roll bar
Porsche Stability Management (PSM) system
Porsche Active Suspension Management
SPORT mode
Variable turbine geometry (S model)
Custom turbocharger
Auto start/stop
Sport exhaust system
6-speed manual transmission
7-speed PDK manual/auto transmission (optional)
Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV)
Knock control
Adaptive cruise control (optional)

Porsche 718 Boxster Pricing

The 718 Boxster isn’t cheap by any stretch, but it is one of the more affordable Porsche models.

718 Boxster starts at $59,000
718 Boxster S starts at $71,400

Tech Features

This Boxster isn’t the 718 of yesteryear. It’s outfitted with technologically advanced features that make it thoroughly modern, although a number of them don’t come standard. One of the most notable advancements is a soft-top roof that can open and close in just 10 seconds.

The new Porsche 718 Boxster is equipped with:

Review camera
ParkAssist
Bi-Xenon headlights
Dynamic beam function
Central Display Screen with touch display
Sound Package Plus
Porsche Communication Management system
Advanced Porsche Side Impact Protection System
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus
Seat heating and ventilation
All-electric seats with 4-way lumbar support
BOSE surround sound system
Porsche connect app
Porsche Vehicle Tracking System
App connected navigation system
Hands-free Bluetooth
Internal hard drive
USB port
AUX input
2 SD card readers
Two-zone automatic climate control

Lane Change Assist (optional)
Porsche Active Safe system (optional)

Common Porsche 718 Boxster Maintenance in Austin

When you buy a Porsche 718 Boxster it’s easy to think maintenance is a long way down the road. That’s because you underestimated how much you’d be driving your Boxster. Between 7,500 and 90,000 miles there are 12 maintenance measures to keep your 718 Boxster in peak condition. Some of the earliest maintenance needs include:

General safety inspection
Hose and belt inspections
Brake check
Fluid level check
Oil change
Oil filter change
Tire rotation

The world’s best roadster deserves a maintenance plan that goes beyond standard. German Auto Center can create a custom maintenance plan for your Porsche 718 Boxster that will have you cruising smoothly through all four seasons. Give us a call to discuss how to get started.

Porsche 718 Boxster Repair in Austin

Repairs happen. It’s an unfortunate fact of life for all car owners, even when you own a Porsche 718 Boxster. The 718 model is new enough and reliable enough that there almost no common repair problems. But the previous Boxsters can indicate a few things to watch out for:

Power windows not lowering
Faulty seatbelt wiring that triggers warning lights
Oil separator leak
Ignition switch failure
Leak in coolant reservoir
Rear main seal oil leaks
Timing issues

There have been seven recent Porsche 718 Boxster recalls between December 2016 and July 2019. The most common issues are related to the airbags, which was the source of four recalls.

You don’t have to wait in line at the Porsche dealership until the service station can get to your car. At German Auto Center our technicians can handle Porsche 718 Boxster service in Austin – and without the inflated dealer rates. Give us a call or come by the shop to schedule Porsche 718 Boxster repair, performance upgrades or maintenance.