All Boxster models received a significant refresh for 2003. Some of the changes are below.

· Base engine gained 11 horsepower to 228 and S engine gained 8 to 258.

· A heated glass rear window replaced plastic in the convertible top.

· Both models got modified front air intakes, body-color vs. black side scoops, and "smoked" plastic turn-signal lenses.

· Climate controls are relocated and the first dashboard glovebox is added.

· Redesigned rear air spoiler

· Side intakes louvers brought out to flush with the body and painted to match

· Gray/white turn signals replace yellow/orange

· Revised console between seats

2003 Base Highlights

Base model receives upgraded suspension (same as 2002 S model)

Standard in-dash CD player

Engine: 2687cc (2.7 liter)

Weight: 2811 lbs.

Hp: 228 bhp @ 6300 rpm

Tq: 192 lb. ft. @ 4750 rpm

0-60: 6.0 seconds

0-100: 15.7 seconds

¼ mile: 14.6 @ 96 mph

Top Speed: 157 mph

Slalom: 68.6 mph

Braking, 60-0 mph: 113 ft

Redline: 7200 rpm

Front Brakes: 298mm

Rear Brakes: 292mm

2003S Highlights

Engine: 3179cc (3.2 liter)

Weight: 2855 lbs.

Hp: 258 bhp@ 6250 rpm

Tq: 229 lb. ft @ 4500 rpm

0-60: 5.6 seconds

¼ mile: 13.76 seconds @ 102.08 mph

Top Speed: 164 mph

600 ft. Slalom: 68.3 mph

Braking, 60-0 mph: 112 ft.

Redline: 7200 rpm

Front Brakes: 318mm

Rear Brakes: 299 mm