Compare 2012 Porsche Boxster specifications by trim levels
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Boxster is a 2-seat Roadster from Porsche, which first hit the market back in 1999.
With the price tag ranging from $48,100 to $65,200, the Porsche Boxster faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals.
The Porsche Boxster has a maximum towing capacity of 999 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Porsche Boxster boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 26 to 27 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 70.90mm x 170.90mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2012 Porsche Boxster
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Fuel Tank: 16.9 gal
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Wheelbase: 95.1 in
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MPG: 19 city/27 hwy
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0-60 mph: 5.5 sec
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Towing capacity: 999 lbs
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Curb: 2943 lbs
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Tires: P205/55ZR17.0 BSW performance
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Cargo: 9.9 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 2
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 170.9 x 70.9 x 48.5
2012 Porsche Boxster Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Porsche Boxster is offered in 4 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Porsche Boxster safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Porsche Boxster specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Roadster
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Doors 2
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Engine
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Horsepower 255 hp @ 6400 –
320 hp @ 7200 -
Torque 214 lb-ft. –
273 lb-ft. -
0-60mph / 0-100kmh 4.6 - 5.5 sec
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1/4 mile time 12.9 - 14.2 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 170.9 in
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Width 70.9 in
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Height 50.9 in
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Wheelbase 95.1 in
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Curb Weight 2943 lbs
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GVWR 3605 lbs
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Towing capacity 999 lbs
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Turning radius 18.2 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 2
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 14.3 - 16.9 gal
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City 19 mpg
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Combined 23 mpg
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Highway 26 - 27 mpg
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Highway range 386.1 - 456.3 mi
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Specifications 
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Exterior length | |||
| 170.90 in | 170.90 in | 170.90 in | 170.90 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 70.90 in | 70.90 in | 70.90 in | 70.90 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 50.90 in | 50.90 in | 48.50 in | 50.90 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 255 | 310 | 320 | 320 |
| Torque | |||
| 214 | 266 | 273 | 273 |
| Fuel economy - city | |||
| 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |||
| 27 mpg | 26 mpg | 27 mpg | 27 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 5.50 seconds | 4.80 seconds | 4.60 seconds | 4.60 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 14.20 seconds | 13.40 seconds | 12.90 seconds | 12.90 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed | |||
| 101 mph | 104 mph | 107 mph | 107 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
| 0.90 | 0.90 | 0.90 | 0.90 |
| Slalom speed | |||
| 60 mph | 62 mph | 63 mph | 63 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.50/3.10 " | 3.80/3.10 " | 3.80/3.10 " | 3.80/3.10 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 2943.00 lbs | 2987.00 lbs | 2811.00 lbs | 2987.00 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 3605.00 lbs | 3627.00 lbs | 3428.00 lbs | 3627.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 95.10 in | 95.10 in | 95.10 in | 95.10 in |
| Front track | |||
| 58.70 " | 58.50 " | 58.70 " | 58.70 " |
| Rear track | |||
| 60.40 " | 60.20 " | 60.20 " | 60.20 " |
| Turning radius | |||
| 18.20 | 18.20 | 18.20 | 18.20 |
| Front legroom | |||
| 41.60 in | 41.60 in | 41.60 in | 41.60 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 38.40 in | 38.10 in | 38.10 in | – |
| Front hip room | |||
| 53.40 in | 53.40 in | 53.40 in | 53.40 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 51.70 in | 51.70 in | 51.70 in | 51.70 in |
| Luggage volume | |||
| 9.90 cu.ft. | 9.90 cu.ft. | 9.90 cu.ft. | 9.90 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) | |||
| 9.90 cu.ft. | 9.90 cu.ft. | 9.90 cu.ft. | 9.90 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 16.90 gal. | 16.90 gal. | 14.30 gal. | 16.90 gal. |
| Payload | |||
| 661 lbs. | 617 lbs. | – | – |
| Drag coefficient | |||
| 0.29 | 0.30 | 0.30 | 0.30 |
Interior Features
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo net | |||
| 3784 | 3784 | 3784 | – |
Exterior Features
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Door count | |||
| 2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Front tires | |||
| P205/55ZR17.0 BSW performance | P235/40ZR18.0 BSW performance | P235/35ZR19.0 BSW performance | P235/35ZR19.0 BSW performance |
| Wheels | |||
| 17" silver aluminum | 18" silver aluminum | 19" painted aluminum | 19" black aluminum |
| Tires - rear | |||
| 235/50ZR17 | 265/40ZR18 | 265/35ZR19 | 265/35ZR19 |
Seats
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Front seat type | |||
| 2989 | 2989 | 2993 | 2989 |
| Standard seating | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 2999 | 2999 | 2998 | 2999 |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 3011 | 3011 | 3011 | 3011 |
| Lumbar support | |||
| 3018 | 3018 | 3018 | – |
| Front armrests | |||
| 3021 | 3021 | 3021 | 3021 |
| Front head restraints | |||
| 3029 | 3029 | 3029 | 3029 |
| Heated front seats | |||
| 3030 | 3030 | 3030 | 3030 |
| Memory | |||
| 3034 | 3034 | 3034 | – |
| Seat trim | |||
| 3102 | 3102 | 3114 | 3102 |
| Cooled front seats | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – |
Entertainment System
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Radio | |||
| 3139 | 3139 | 3140 | 3152 |
| CD player | |||
| 3170 | 3170 | 3170 | 3170 |
| MP3 capability | |||
| 3186 | 3186 | 3185 | 3186 |
| Auxiliary input jack | |||
| 3188 | 3188 | 3187 | 3188 |
| DVD-Audio | |||
| 3189 | 3189 | 3189 | 3190 |
| Steering wheel audio controls | |||
| 3191 | 3191 | 3191 | – |
| Voice recognition | |||
| 3193 | 3193 | 3193 | 3193 |
| Speakers | |||
| 4 | 7 | 11 | – |
| Amplifier | |||
| 385W premium | – | – | – |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | |||
| 3196 | 3196 | 3195 | 3196 |
| Navigation system | |||
| 3211 | 3211 | 3211 | 3208 |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | |||
| 3213 | 3213 | 3212 | 3213 |
| CD changer compatible | |||
| 4079 | 4079 | 4078 | 4079 |
| Entertainment system | |||
| 3987 | – | – | – |
Safety and Security Features
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Mechanical Features
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.88 | 3.89 | 3.89 | 3.89 |
Other Specs
Base 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
S 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Spyder 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
Black Edition 2dr Rear-wheel Drive Convertible |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6400 | 6400 | 7200 | 7200 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 4400 | 4400 | 4750 | 4750 |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 999 lbs. | 999 lbs. | 999 lbs. | 999 lbs. |