Porsche 718 Boxster Review (2019)
The Porsche 718 Boxster (yes, it used to just be the Boxster), is the German company鈥檚 mid-engined two-seat roadster that鈥檚 all about driving thrills. Rivals include the Audi TT Roadster, Mercedes-Benz SLC and entry-level versions of the Jaguar F-Type. There are chassis changes, new body panels and an updated interior with a much-improved touchscreen infotainment system, but the big news relates to the engines. Gone are the old 2.7 Boxster and 3.4-litre Boxster S flat-six-cylinder motors, replaced by a pair of flat-four turbos mounted behind the driver. The Boxster has never had anything but six-cylinder power since its introduction 20 years ago, so Porsche is dusting off its historically important 718 naming to legitimise the new engines. It references a four-cylinder roadster that raced with success in the 1950s and 鈥?0s. Sadly, the Boxster has lost an integral part of its character along with those two extra cylinders. These are, however, technically impressive engines, both are keen to rev and the 718 Boxster S disguises turbo lag ably.
They are also more powerful and efficient (on paper) than the larger six-cylinder units. In real-world conditions, however, even engineers admit fuel economy is likely to be similar between the two generations. Despite our grumbles over the new engines, the Boxster continues to be the benchmark driver鈥檚 car in this segment: its steering is fast and precise, and the mid-engined chassis is both agile and incredibly forgiving. It feels far more exotic to drive than its relatively affordable price suggests (unless you go wild with the extensive options list). Both versions feel like performance cars, but the S is a very quick car. You can get both models with a beautifully tactile six-speed manual transmission, or a dual-clutch PDK automatic with paddle shifters on the steering wheel. The PDK offers faster gearshifts, but also improves fuel economy on paper. While some rivals favour a folding hardtop - literally a solid metal roof that folds away into the luggage compartment - Porsche has stuck with a simpler fabric roof. It has the advantages of lowering and raising much faster, and is capable of doing so while the vehicle is moving at speeds approaching 40mph. And unlike folding hardtops, the fabric roof does not eat into luggage space when stowed. It鈥檚 a key tenet of this versatile sports car鈥檚 enduring appeal. In December 2018 Porsche announced the 718 Boxster T, which follows the blueprint of the 911 T by offering much higher performance but without the bodykit you'd usually expect from a faster model. You've got the option of a six-speed manual or a PDK automatic gearbox, while the standard car comes with a no-cost option to delete the stereo head unit. Sports seats and special T badging completes the package.
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