The Porsche Boxster Roadster for 2002: Improving on 2001
A high point in the convertible market is the Porsche Boxster. In 2002 Porsche rolled out an upgraded version of the Boxster with two versions: Roadster and Roadster S. Sales for the Boxster, especially the Boxster Roadster, were brisk during 2002 and 2003. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.
2002 Porsche Boxster Roadster Specs
The restyled Boxster Roadster is equipped with a 2.7-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a ZF five-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2001 version.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Boxster comes equipped with 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.
The fuel system for the 2002 Boxster is a Bosch Motronic SFI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 16.90 gallons.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Boxster Roadster are 70.10 inches wide by 171.00 inches long. It sits 50.80 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 95.20 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000/48 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $42,600 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.
MPG Ratings
The 2002 Boxster gets 25 - 27 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 - 19 in the city. This is below average for a convertible car.
In 2001 and 2002 the Boxster Roadster was availble in the exterior colors of Arctic Silver Metallic, Arctic Silver Metallic with Black Convertible Top, Arctic Silver Metallic with Graphite Grey Convertible Top, Arctic Silver Metallic with Metropol Blue Convertible Top, Basalt Black Metallic, Basalt Black Metallic with Black Convertible Top, Basalt Black Metallic with Graphite Grey Convertible Top, Basalt Black Metallic with Metropol Blue Convertible Top, Black, Black with Black Convertible Top, Black with Graphite Grey Convertible Top, Black with Metropol Blue Convertible Top, Carrera White, Carrera White with Black Convertible Top, Carrera White with Graphite Grey Convertible Top, Carrera White with Metropol Blue Convertible Top, Cobalt Blue Metallic, Cobalt Blue Metallic with Black Convertible Top, Cobalt Blue Metallic with Graphite Grey Convertible Top, Cobalt Blue Metallic with Metropol Blue Convertible Top, Forest Green Metallic, Forest Green Metallic with Black Convertible Top, Forest Green Metallic with Graphite Grey Convertible Top, Forest Green Metallic with Metropol Blue Convertible Top, Guards Red, Guards Red with Black Convertible Top, Guards Red with Graphite Grey Convertible Top, Guards Red with Metropol Blue Convertible Top, Lapis Blue Metallic, Lapis Blue Metallic with Black Convertible Top, Lapis Blue Metallic with Graphite Grey Convertible Top, Lapis Blue Metallic with Metropol Blue Convertible Top, Meridian Metallic, Meridian Metallic with Black Convertible Top, Meridian Metallic with Graphite Grey Convertible Top, Meridian Metallic with Metropol Blue Convertible Top, Midnight Blue Metallic, Midnight Blue Metallic with Black Convertible Top, Midnight Blue Metallic with Graphite Grey Convertible Top, Midnight Blue Metallic with Metropol Blue Convertible Top, Orient Red Metallic, Orient Red Metallic with Black Convertible Top, Orient Red Metallic with Graphite Grey Convertible Top, Orient Red Metallic with Metropol Blue Convertible Top, Polar Silver Metallic, and Polar Silver Metallic.
Parting Shots
The 2002 model year was very successful for the Porsche Boxster. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Roadster version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
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Tags: 2-Door, Convertible, Porsche Boxster, Roadster, United States market
