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Porsche Boxster 981 (2012–2016) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 3 2012 - 2016 981 Roadster
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Porsche Boxster 981 overview

The Porsche Boxster (981) is the 3rd generation of the Boxster, built from 2012 to 2016. It is offered as a Roadster with 3 engines (petrol), from 265 HP to 375 HP. The Spyder 3.8 (375 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 s, reaches a top speed of 290 km/h and is 4414 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Porsche Boxster have?

The Porsche Boxster (981) has 265 HP to 375 HP, depending on the engine: 2.7 Ma1 (265 HP), 3.4 Ma1 (330 HP), 3.8 Ma1 (375 HP).

What engines are available for the Porsche Boxster?

The Porsche Boxster is available with 3 engines: 2.7 Ma1 (265 HP, petrol), 3.4 Ma1 (330 HP, petrol), 3.8 Ma1 (375 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Porsche Boxster?

The Porsche Boxster is 4414 mm long, 1801 mm wide, 1262 mm tall, with a 2475 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Porsche Boxster?

The Porsche Boxster Spyder 3.8 (375 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 s and has a top speed of 290 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Porsche Boxster 981
Year 2015–2016
Platform Porsche Boxster
Variant Spyder 3.8 (375 Hp)
Body type roadster
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 2
Doors 2
Emission standard Euro 6

Power & torque

Power 375 HP
Power @ max rpm 6700 rpm
Torque 420 Nm
Torque @ min rpm 4750 rpm
Torque @ max rpm 6000 rpm

Performance

Top speed 290 km/h
0–100 km/h 4.5 s
0–62 mph 4.5 s

Engine

Engine code MA1.24
Displacement 3800 cc
Cylinders 6
Configuration boxer
Bore 102.0 mm
Stroke 77.5 mm
Compression ratio 12.5
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Direct Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 7.5 L
Coolant 25.0 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 4414 mm
Width 1801 mm
Height 1262 mm
Wheelbase 2475 mm
Front track 1526 mm
Rear track 1540 mm
Boot space 280 L
Ground clearance 106 mm
Turning circle 11.0 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1315 kg
Max weight 1650 kg
Max load 335 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined (NEDC) 9.9 L/100km
CO₂ (NEDC) 230 g/km
Fuel tank 54.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Independent Type Mcpherson With Coil Spring And Anti Roll Bar
Rear suspension Mcpherson Transverse Stabilizer
Front brakes Ventilated discs, 340x34 mm
Rear brakes Ventilated discs, 330x28 mm
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Electric Steering
Tire size Front wheel tires: 235/35 ZR 20Rear wheel tires: 265/35 ZR 20
Wheel rims Front wheel rims: 8.5 J x 20 ET 57Rear wheel rims: 10.5 J x 20 ET 47
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 3.5 kg/Hp, 285.2 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 3.1 kg/Nm, 319.4 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 2015
End Of Production 2016
Width Including Mirrors 1978

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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