2009 Porsche Boxster Car Ratings, Comparisons, Reviews and Specs

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2009 Porsche Boxster

MSRP: $46,600 - $56,700
Invoice: Not Available

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Fuel Economy

19 City / 27 Hwy

2009 Porsche Boxster2 Trims Available

PICTURE	TRIM	PRICE	ENGINE	FUEL ECONOMY
	Convertible	MSRP: $46,600 Invoice: Not Available	2.9L H6	19 City/27 Hwy
	S	MSRP: $56,700 Invoice: Not Available	3.4L H6	19 City/26 Hwy

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Summary

The 2009 Boxster is a 2-door, 2-passenger convertible sports car, available in two trims, the Convertible and the S. Upon introduction, the Convertible is equipped with a standard 2.9-liter, H6, 255-horsepower engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. The S is equipped with a standard 3.4-liter, H6, 310-horsepower engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims, and a 7-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The 2009 Boxster is redesigned for 2009.

2009 Boxster Convertible

MSRP	$46,600	2.9L H6	19 City/27 Hwy
Invoice:	Not Available	255@6400

Specs and Features

Standard Features Options Safety Warranty

Anti-Theft & Locks

Power Decklid Lock/Unlock

Power Door Locks

Radio Anti-Theft

Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm, Engine Immobilizer, Exterior Monitoring and Interior Monitoring

Wheel Locks

Braking & Traction

4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes

Electronic Brake Assist

Electronic Brake Force Distribution

Front Power 318-mm X 28-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 299-mm X 20-mm Vented Disc Brakes

Hill Start Control

Porsche Stability Management (PSM) Vehicle Stability Control System Operated Via Engine Power Reduction, ABS and Traction Control

Traction Control

Electrical

2 Front Power Outlets

2100 Watt Alternator

60-Amp/Hour Battery

Cigarette Lighter

Delayed Power Retention Operates Audio and Windows

Engines & Emissions

2.9-Liter, Boxer H6, 24-Valve, DOHC, SEFI Engine; Mid/Longitudinal Mounted With Horsepower Of 255@6400 and Torque Of 214@4400, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads

40,000-Mile Extended Service Interval For Tune-Up; 36,000-Miles Extended Service Interval For Oil Change

Engine Oil Cooler

ULEV Emissions

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

AM/FM Radio and 4 Speakers Total; CD Player; MP3 Player

Radio Antenna

Radio Data System

Exterior Lighting

Daytime Running Lights

Front and Rear Foglights

Halogen Headlights

Perimeter Lighting

Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish

Front Air Dam

Front and Rear Bumpers

Retractable Rear Spoiler

Side Air Intakes

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Interior Charcoal Air Filter

Manual Air Conditioner

Instrumentation

8000-RPM Tachometer

Cruise Control

Digital Clock

Exterior Temperature Gauge

Oil Pressure Gauge

Service Interval Indicator For Brake Wear

Tire Pressure Monitor

Trip Computer With Average Speed, Average Fuel Consumption, Stop Watch and Trip Odometer

Interior Lighting

Delayed Courtesy Light

Illuminated Entry Includes Footwell

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk

Leather Steering Wheel

Remote Controls & Remote Releases

HomeLink(R) Universal Garage Door Opener

Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob

Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock and Trunk

Remote Decklid Release Located Inside Vehicle and On Multi-Function Remote

Safety

Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Front and Rear Crumple Zones

Front Dual 3-Point Seatbelts

Front Dual Pretensioners With Load Limiters

L A T C H

Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor

Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Safety Rollbar

Seat and Door Mounted Front Side Airbags With Head Protection

Side Guard Door Beams

Side Head Curtain Airbags

Trunk Anti-Trap Device

Seats

Driver Power Seat Adjusts 2 Ways Total

Front Dual Reclining Bucket Seats With Adjustable Seat Height

Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 2 Ways Total

Leather Seats

Steering

Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering

Telescopic Steering Column

Tilt Steering Column

Storage

2 Cupholders Total

Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor

Front Dual Door Mounted Storage

Glovebox

Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top

Power Soft Convertible Top

Suspension

Front Stabilizer Bar

Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers

Independent MacPherson Strut Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Transmission

6-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels, Front 17-In. X 7-In. and Rear 17-In. X 8.5-In.

Front SBRP205/55ZR17 and Rear SBRP235/50ZR17 High Performance Tires

Inflatable Spare Tire Kit

Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Dual Body Color Power Adjustable Heated Exterior Rearview Mirrors

Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

Front Dual Sunvisors

Glass Rear Window On Convertible

Heated Washer System

Power Windows With One-Touch Up, One-Touch Down and Pinch Protection

Rear Window Defroster

Tinted Glass

Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers

Braking & Traction

Rear Limited Slip Differential

$950

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

Bose(R) Surround Sound System, 10 Speakers Total	$1,690
Porsche Sound Package Plus	$700

Exterior Lighting

Bi-Xenon Headlight Package

$1,560

Instrumentation

Porsche Communication Management (PCM) (R

$3,110

Safety

Park Assist

$530

Seats

Adaptive Sports Seats	$3,055
Front Cooled Seats	$800
Front Dual Reclining Sport Bucket Seats	$440
Full Leather Interior	$2,385

Special Package

Porsche Active Suspension Management	$1,990
Power Seat Package	$1,550
Sports Chrono Package Plus	$960

Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top

Hard Convertible Top

$2,345

Transmission

Double Clutch 7-Speed Automatic Transmission

$3,420

Engine

Battery Output	N/A
Bore X Stroke	3.50x3.10
Combined Fuel Economy	Not Listed
Compression	11.5:1
Cruising Range	N/A
Cylinders	6
Displacement	2893 / 177
Electric HorsePower BHP	N/A
Electric HorsePower RPM	N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound	N/A (foot-lbs)
Electric Torque RPM	N/A
EPA Class	Two Seater
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt	N/A
Final Drive Ratio	No
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy	19 / 27
Fuel Type System	Gas Engine / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected, Sequential Port Fuel Injected Sequential, Multi-Port Fuel Injected
Horsepower @RPM	255@6400
Number of Valves	24
Overdrive Transmission	Yes
Power to Weight Ratio	11.5
Standard Engine	2.9L H6
Standard Transmission	6 Speed Manual
Supercharged	No
Torque @RPM	N/A
Turbo (Yes/No)	No
Valves Configuration	Dual Overhead Cam / Twin Overhead Cam

Capacity and Volume

Box/Cargo Height	N/A
Box/Cargo Length	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wall)	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wheel)	N/A
Cargo Volume (EPA)	N/A
Cargo Volume (MFR)	N/A
Fuel Capacity	16.9
GVWR Maximum	N/A
GVWR Standard	N/A
Passenger Volume (EPA)	N/A
Passenger Volume (MFR)	N/A
Payload Maximum	N/A
Payload Standard	N/A

Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Tires

Brakes (Front)	Disc
Brakes (Rear)	Disc
Driveline	Rear Wheel Drive
Driveline (Opt)	N/A
Steering	Rack & Pinion
Steering Diameter Left	36.4
Steering Diameter Right	36.4
Suspension (Front)	Independent
Suspension (Rear)	Independent
Tire Aspect Ratio	55
Tire Construction	Radial
Tire Type	Passenger
Tire wheel Diameter	17 in.
Tire Width	205 mm

Interior Dimensions

Headroom (Front)	38.4
Headroom (Row 2)	N/A
Headroom (Row 3)	N/A
Hiproom (Front)	N/A
Hiproom (Row 2)	N/A
Hiproom (Row 3)	N/A
Legroom (Front)	41.6
Legroom (Row 2)	N/A
Legroom (Row 3)	N/A
Seating (Maximum)	2
Seating (Optional)	N/A
Seating (Standard)	2
Shoulder Room (Front)	51.7
Shoulder Room (Row 2)	N/A
Shoulder Room (Row 3)	N/A
Tow Capacity (Maximum)	NR
Tow Capacity (Standard)	NR

Exterior Dimensions and Weight

Curb Weight AT	3009
Curb Weight MT	2943
Doors (Maximum)	2
Doors (Standard)	2
Ground Clearance	4.1
Height	50.9
Length	172.1
Top Type (Optional)	Hard Fixed
Top Type (Standard)	Soft Removable, complete
Track (Front)	58.7
Track (Rear)	60.4
Weight Distribution AT (Front)	46
Weight Distribution AT (Rear)	54
Weight Distribution MT (Front)	46
Weight Distribution MT (Rear)	54
Wheelbase	95.1
Width	70.9

Crash Test Ratings, Sales and Origin

Crash Test Rating	Not Listed
Sales Volume	N/A
Where Built	Germany / Finland

Airbags

Driver Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag with Head Protection	Standard
Passenger Airbag	Standard
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Switch/Sensor	Standard
Second Row Side Airbag	N/A
Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection	N/A
Side Head Curtain Airbags	Standard

General Safety Features

Child Safety Door Locks	N/A
Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate	N/A
Panic Button or Alarm	N/A
Safety Rollbar	Standard
Side Guard Door Beams	Standard
Trunk Anti-Trap Device	Standard

Theft Prevention

Locking Fuel Filler Door or Gap	N/A
Selective Locking / Unlocking	N/A
Valet Lockout	N/A
Vehicle Anti-Lockout Device	N/A
Vehicle Theft Tracking / Notification	N/A
Wheel Locks	Standard

Basic

50,000 miles / 48 months

New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Powertrain

50,000 miles / 48 months

Part of New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Paint

Unlimited miles / 36 months

Paint Limited Warranty.

Rust

Unlimited miles / 120 months

Corrosion Limited Warranty.

Replacement Parts

Unlimited miles / 24 months

Covers Limited Parts and Accessories. For dealer installed parts and accessories labor costs are also covered.

Towing

50,000 miles / 48 months

Available to the nearest authorized Porsche dealership for warranty covered breakdowns.

2009 Boxster S

MSRP	$56,700	3.4L H6	19 City/26 Hwy
Invoice:	Not Available	310@6400

Specs and Features

Standard Features Options Safety Warranty

Anti-Theft & Locks

Power Decklid Lock/Unlock

Power Door Locks

Radio Anti-Theft

Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm, Engine Immobilizer, Exterior Monitoring and Interior Monitoring

Wheel Locks

Braking & Traction

4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes

Electronic Brake Assist

Electronic Brake Force Distribution

Front Power 318-mm X 28-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 299-mm X 24-mm Vented Disc Brakes

Hill Start Control

Porsche Stability Management (PSM) Vehicle Stability Control System Operated Via Engine Power Reduction, ABS and Traction Control

Traction Control

Electrical

2 Front Power Outlets

2100 Watt Alternator

70-Amp/Hour Battery

Cigarette Lighter

Delayed Power Retention Operates Audio and Windows

Engines & Emissions

3.4-Liter, Boxer H6, 24-Valve, DOHC, SEFI Engine; Mid/Longitudinal Mounted With Horsepower Of 310@6400 and Torque Of 266@4400, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads

40,000-Mile Extended Service Interval For Tune-Up; 36,000-Miles Extended Service Interval For Oil Change

Engine Oil Cooler

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

2 Subwoofers

Premium AM/FM Radio With 180-Watts and 7 Speakers Total; CD Player; MP3 Player

Radio Antenna

Radio Data System

Exterior Lighting

Daytime Running Lights

Front and Rear Foglights

Halogen Headlights

Perimeter Lighting

Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish

Boxster S Badging

Front Air Dam

Front and Rear Bumpers

Retractable Rear Spoiler

Side Air Intakes

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Interior Charcoal Air Filter

Manual Air Conditioner

Instrumentation

8000-RPM Tachometer

Cruise Control

Digital Clock

Exterior Temperature Gauge

Oil Pressure Gauge

Tire Pressure Monitor

Trip Computer With Average Speed, Average Fuel Consumption, Stop Watch and Trip Odometer

Interior Lighting

Delayed Courtesy Light

Illuminated Entry Includes Footwell

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk

Leather Steering Wheel

Remote Controls & Remote Releases

HomeLink(R) Universal Garage Door Opener

Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob

Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock and Trunk

Remote Decklid Release Located Inside Vehicle and On Multi-Function Remote

Safety

Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Front and Rear Crumple Zones

Front Dual 3-Point Seatbelts

Front Dual Pretensioners With Load Limiters

L A T C H

Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor

Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Safety Rollbar

Seat and Door Mounted Front Side Airbags With Head Protection

Side Guard Door Beams

Side Head Curtain Airbags

Trunk Anti-Trap Device

Seats

Driver Power Seat Adjusts 2 Ways Total

Front Dual Reclining Bucket Seats With Adjustable Seat Height

Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 2 Ways Total

Leather Seats

Steering

Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering

Telescopic Steering Column

Tilt Steering Column

Storage

2 Cupholders Total

Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor

Front Dual Door Mounted Storage

Glovebox

Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top

Power Soft Convertible Top

Suspension

Front Stabilizer Bar

Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers

Independent MacPherson Strut Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Transmission

6-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels, Front 18-In. X 8-In. and Rear 18-In. X 9-In.

Front SBRP235/40ZR18 and Rear SBRP265/40ZR18 High Performance Tires

Inflatable Spare Tire Kit

Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Dual Body Color Power Adjustable Heated Exterior Rearview Mirrors

Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

Front Dual Sunvisors

Glass Rear Window On Convertible

Heated Washer System

Power Windows With One-Touch Up, One-Touch Down and Pinch Protection

Rear Window Defroster

Tinted Glass

Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers

Braking & Traction

PCCB(R) Ceramic Composite Brakes	$8,150
Rear Limited Slip Differential	$950

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

Bose(R) Surround Sound System, 10 Speakers Total

$990

Exterior Lighting

Bi-Xenon Headlight Package

$1,560

Instrumentation

Porsche Communication Management (PCM) (R

$3,110

Safety

Park Assist

$530

Seats

Adaptive Sports Seats	$2,695
Front Cooled Seats	$800
Front Dual Reclining Sport Bucket Seats	$800
Full Leather Interior	$2,385

Special Package

Porsche Active Suspension Management	$1,990
Power Seat Package	$1,550
Sports Chrono Package Plus	$960

Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top

Hard Convertible Top

$2,345

Transmission

Double Clutch 7-Speed Automatic Transmission

$3,420

Engine

Battery Output	N/A
Bore X Stroke	3.80x3.10
Combined Fuel Economy	Not Listed
Compression	12.5:1
Cruising Range	N/A
Cylinders	6
Displacement	3436 / 210
Electric HorsePower BHP	N/A
Electric HorsePower RPM	N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound	N/A (foot-lbs)
Electric Torque RPM	N/A
EPA Class	Two Seater
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt	N/A
Final Drive Ratio	No
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy	19 / 26
Fuel Type System	Gas Engine / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected, Sequential Port Fuel Injected Sequential, Multi-Port Fuel Injected
Horsepower @RPM	310@6400
Number of Valves	24
Overdrive Transmission	Yes
Power to Weight Ratio	9.6
Standard Engine	3.4L H6
Standard Transmission	6 Speed Manual
Supercharged	No
Torque @RPM	N/A
Turbo (Yes/No)	No
Valves Configuration	Dual Overhead Cam / Twin Overhead Cam

Capacity and Volume

Box/Cargo Height	N/A
Box/Cargo Length	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wall)	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wheel)	N/A
Cargo Volume (EPA)	N/A
Cargo Volume (MFR)	N/A
Fuel Capacity	16.9
GVWR Maximum	N/A
GVWR Standard	N/A
Passenger Volume (EPA)	N/A
Passenger Volume (MFR)	N/A
Payload Maximum	N/A
Payload Standard	N/A

Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Tires

Brakes (Front)	Disc
Brakes (Rear)	Disc
Driveline	Rear Wheel Drive
Driveline (Opt)	N/A
Steering	Rack & Pinion
Steering Diameter Left	36.4
Steering Diameter Right	36.4
Suspension (Front)	Independent
Suspension (Rear)	Independent
Tire Aspect Ratio	40
Tire Construction	Radial
Tire Type	Passenger
Tire wheel Diameter	18 in.
Tire Width	235 mm

Interior Dimensions

Headroom (Front)	38.4
Headroom (Row 2)	N/A
Headroom (Row 3)	N/A
Hiproom (Front)	N/A
Hiproom (Row 2)	N/A
Hiproom (Row 3)	N/A
Legroom (Front)	41.6
Legroom (Row 2)	N/A
Legroom (Row 3)	N/A
Seating (Maximum)	2
Seating (Optional)	N/A
Seating (Standard)	2
Shoulder Room (Front)	51.7
Shoulder Room (Row 2)	N/A
Shoulder Room (Row 3)	N/A
Tow Capacity (Maximum)	NR
Tow Capacity (Standard)	NR

Exterior Dimensions and Weight

Curb Weight AT	3042
Curb Weight MT	2987
Doors (Maximum)	2
Doors (Standard)	2
Ground Clearance	4.1
Height	50.9
Length	172.1
Top Type (Optional)	Hard Fixed
Top Type (Standard)	Soft Removable, complete
Track (Front)	58.5
Track (Rear)	60.2
Weight Distribution AT (Front)	46
Weight Distribution AT (Rear)	54
Weight Distribution MT (Front)	46
Weight Distribution MT (Rear)	54
Wheelbase	95.1
Width	70.9

Crash Test Ratings, Sales and Origin

Crash Test Rating	Not Listed
Sales Volume	N/A
Where Built	Germany / Finland

Airbags

Driver Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag with Head Protection	Standard
Passenger Airbag	Standard
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Switch/Sensor	Standard
Second Row Side Airbag	N/A
Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection	N/A
Side Head Curtain Airbags	Standard

General Safety Features

Child Safety Door Locks	N/A
Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate	N/A
Panic Button or Alarm	N/A
Safety Rollbar	Standard
Side Guard Door Beams	Standard
Trunk Anti-Trap Device	Standard

Theft Prevention

Locking Fuel Filler Door or Gap	N/A
Selective Locking / Unlocking	N/A
Valet Lockout	N/A
Vehicle Anti-Lockout Device	N/A
Vehicle Theft Tracking / Notification	N/A
Wheel Locks	Standard

Basic

50,000 miles / 48 months

New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Powertrain

50,000 miles / 48 months

Part of New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Paint

Unlimited miles / 36 months

Paint Limited Warranty.

Rust

Unlimited miles / 120 months

Corrosion Limited Warranty.

Replacement Parts

Unlimited miles / 24 months

Covers Limited Parts and Accessories. For dealer installed parts and accessories labor costs are also covered.

Towing

50,000 miles / 48 months

Available to the nearest authorized Porsche dealership for warranty covered breakdowns.

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