In 2009 Porsche released the Boxster S to the car-buying market. The Boxster came in two configurations: Base and S. The S configuration is powered by the 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine, which makes 23 highway miles and 17 city. The Boxster competes in the Convertible market segment, in direct competition with Honda.

Porsche Boxster Engine Specs

The Boxster S is equipped with a Porsche 3.4 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a N/A 6-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Porsche.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Boxster has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Fuel is handled for the Boxster is a Bosch ME-7.8 design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 12-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

Vehicle Statistics

The Boxster is inches long, inches wide, and inches high. It has a wheelbase of inches. It is able to seat several adults comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the Boxster is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the convertible market.

The listed retail price in 2009 (MSRP) was an industry-high price, with an invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2009 Boxster gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is exceptional for a convertible car.

The vehicle is available in several colors.

We Think...

There are several reasons why the Porsche Boxster S sold well in 2009. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Porsche, specifically a Boxster.

Tags: 2-Door, Convertible, Porsche Boxster, S, United States market

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