Porsche Boxster
The Porsche Boxster is a convertible model, produced 1996–2016, spanning 5 generations with 39 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the Boxster 981 (2012-2016), Boxster (2009-2012), Boxster (2005-2009) and Boxster Facelift 2002 (2002-2005). The Boxster (2005-2009) generation is the most extensively documented, with 10 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.
Choose your Boxster generation.
How many generations does the Porsche Boxster have?
The Porsche Boxster has 5 generations with 39 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.
What years was the Porsche Boxster produced?
The Porsche Boxster has been produced 1996–2016. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.
What body type is the Porsche Boxster?
The Porsche Boxster is available as Convertible. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.
What would this actually cost you?
- Depreciation€33,120
- Fuel / energy€10,828
- Insurance€3,750
- Maintenance€3,000
- Road tax€3,660
Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.
Main rivals
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Porsche Boxster: names by market
This model has been sold under different names across markets — same car, different badge or nameplate.
- 718 Boxster2017–2025
- 718 Cayman2017–2025
- Boxster
- Cayman
How performance changed across generations
| Generation | Power | 0–100 km/h | Variants | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boxster 986 (1996-2002)1996–2002 | 225 hp | 6.9 s | 6 | €57k–€76k | ★ 2.7 |
| Boxster Facelift 2002 (2002-2005)2002–2005 | 251 hp | 6.3 s | 6 | €62k–€89k | ★ 2.8 |
| Boxster (2005-2009)2005–2009 | 261 hp | 6.2 s | 10 | €62k–€83k | ★ 3.0 |
| Boxster (2009-2012)2009–2012 | 304 hp | 5.3 s | 8 | €68k–€91k | ★ 3.5 |
| Boxster 981 (2012-2016)2012–2016 | 303 hp | 5.3 s | 9 | €74k–€122k | ★ 3.7 |