Two-page technical specification sheet for the 2013 Porsche Boxster and Boxster S (981), covering engine, drivetrain, chassis, dimensions, weight and…
This document is a two-page technical specification sheet for the 2013 Porsche Boxster, listing data side by side for the Boxster (981) and Boxster S (981). It covers the water-cooled, mid-mounted 6-cylinder boxer engine, the 6-speed manual and 7-speed PDK transmissions with gear ratios, and the electrical and lubrication systems.
Further sections list the monocoque body construction, front and rear suspension, steering, brakes, wheels and tires, exterior dimensions, curb weights, luggage and fuel tank capacity, fuel consumption, and performance figures such as 0-60 mph times and top track speed for both models.
| Engine concept | Water-cooled, mid-mounted, 6-cylinder boxer engine |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.7 liters (Boxster) / 3.4 liters (Boxster S) |
| Maximum horsepower | 265 hp at 6,700 rpm (Boxster) / 315 hp at 6,700 rpm (Boxster S) |
| Maximum torque | 206 lb.-ft. at 4,400 - 6,500 rpm (Boxster) / 266 lb.-ft. at 4,500 - 5,800 rpm (Boxster S) |
| Compression ratio | 12.5:1 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual or 7-speed PDK |
| Drag coefficient | 0.30 (Boxster) / 0.31 (Boxster S) |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in. |
| Overall length | 172.2 in. |
| Curb weight w/ manual | 2,888 lbs. (Boxster) / 2,910 lbs. (Boxster S) |
| Fuel tank capacity | 16.9 gal |
| 0-60 mph (PDK) | 5.4 s (Boxster) / 4.7 s (Boxster S) |
| Top track speed manual (PDK) | 164 mph (162 mph) Boxster / 173 mph (172 mph) Boxster S |
Both the Boxster (981) and Boxster S (981) use a water-cooled, mid-mounted, 6-cylinder boxer engine with aluminum block and heads and direct fuel injection.
The Boxster S (981) produces 315 hp at 6,700 rpm, while the Boxster (981) produces 265 hp at 6,700 rpm.
A 6-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed PDK automatic transmission, both with rear-wheel drive.
Top track speed is 164 mph manual (162 mph PDK) for the Boxster and 173 mph manual (172 mph PDK) for the Boxster S.