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Porsche Boxster 987 (2004–2009) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 2 2004 - 2012 987 Roadster
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Porsche Boxster 987 overview

The Porsche Boxster (987) is the 2nd generation of the Boxster, built from 2004 to 2009. It is offered as a Roadster with 3 engines (petrol), from 240 HP to 295 HP. The S 3.2 (280 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 s, reaches a top speed of 268 km/h and is 4329 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Porsche Boxster have?

The Porsche Boxster (987) has 240 HP to 295 HP, depending on the engine: 2.7 M96 (240 HP), 3.2 M96 (280 HP), 3.4 M97 (295 HP).

What engines are available for the Porsche Boxster?

The Porsche Boxster is available with 3 engines: 2.7 M96 (240 HP, petrol), 3.2 M96 (280 HP, petrol), 3.4 M97 (295 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Porsche Boxster?

The Porsche Boxster is 4329 mm long, 1801 mm wide, 1295 mm tall, with a 2415 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Porsche Boxster?

The Porsche Boxster S 3.2 (280 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 s and has a top speed of 268 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Porsche Boxster 987
Year 2004–2006
Platform Porsche Boxster
Variant S 3.2 (280 Hp)
Body type roadster
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 2
Doors 2
Emission standard Euro 4

Power & torque

Power 280 HP
Power @ max rpm 6200 rpm
Torque 320 Nm
Torque @ min rpm 4700 rpm
Torque @ max rpm 6000 rpm

Performance

Top speed 268 km/h
0–100 km/h 5.5 s
0–62 mph 5.5 s
0–60 mph 5.2 s
0–200 km/h 20.9 s

Engine

Engine code M96.26
Displacement 3179 cc
Cylinders 6
Configuration boxer
Bore 93.0 mm
Stroke 78.0 mm
Compression ratio 11
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 7.8 L
Coolant 22.3 L
Engine layout Middle Longitudinal

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type manual
Gears 6
Gearbox code 6mt
Gearbox manufacturer porsche

Dimensions

Length 4329 mm
Width 1801 mm
Height 1295 mm
Wheelbase 2415 mm
Front track 1486 mm
Rear track 1528 mm
Boot space 130 L
Ground clearance 101 mm
Turning circle 11.1 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1345 kg
Max weight 1630 kg
Max load 285 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 10.4 L/100km
Fuel urban 15.2 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 7.7 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 248 g/km
Fuel tank 64.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Independent Type Mcpherson
Rear suspension mcpherson
Front brakes Ventilated discs, 318x28 mm
Rear brakes Ventilated discs, 299x24 mm
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size Front wheel tires: 235/40 ZR 18Rear wheel tires: 265/40 ZR 18
Wheel rims Front wheel rims: 8 J x 18Rear wheel rims: 9 J x 18
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 4.8 kg/Hp, 208.2 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 4.2 kg/Nm, 237.9 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 2004
End Of Production 2006
Width Including Mirrors 1978

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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