The higher performance Boxster S model debuted this year, while the base engine increased in size and gained power. The base engine grew to 2.7-liter displacement and 217 horsepower (up 16). A 250-horsepower, 3.2-liter flat 6-cylinder engine went into the new Boxster S, which used a new 6-speed manual transmission and 18-inch tires (optional on the base model to replace the usual 17-inchers). The Boxster S also benefited from larger brake discs, suspension upgrades, and dual exhaust outlets.

Base Highlights

ME7 Bosch Motronic (eGas) added

2 more catalytic converters added for a total of 4 on all models

Transmission fluid to water heat exchanger added

Manual seat height adjustment is standard

Lighted vanity mirrors are standard

Engine: 2687cc (2.7 liter)

Weight: 2778lb

Hp: 217 bhp @ 6400 rpm

Tq: 192 lb. ft. @ 4500 rpm

0-60: 6.5 seconds

0-100: 15.6 seconds

¼ mile: 14.7 seconds at 93.2 mph

Top Speed: 156 mph

Redline: 7200 rpm

Front Brakes: 298mm

Rear Brakes: 292mm

2000S Highlights

Twin exhaust tailpipes

Silver look trim in door handles and instrument bezel trim

3 spoke steering wheel

Cloth headliner

Engine: 3179cc (3.2 liter)

Weight: 2855 lb

Hp: 250 bhp @ 6250 rpm

Tq: 225 lb. ft @ 4500 rpm

0-60: 5.6 seconds

0-100: 13.6 seconds

¼ mile: 13.8 seconds

Top Speed: 162 mph

Slalom: 65.6 mph

Redline: 7200 rpm

Front Brakes: 318mm

Rear Brakes: 299 mm