Understell 718 Boxster Models

Idea 718

The new Boxster and the new Cayman are the sequel that continues the 718 era. At their heart, a four-cylinder turbocharged boxer engine beats with the same fighting spirit that delivered countless...

The principle of the mid-engined sports car

What is it that makes the new 718 models so special? Their performance, their handling, their design and the generous amount of space afforded by two luggage compartments. Above all: a mid-engine...

Character 718 Boxster

Could have, should have, would have. Life’s too short for ‘what ifs’. Too short for unfulfilled daydreams. The new 718 Boxster makes a clear statement: let’s go!

It interprets the 718 legend by...

Exterior design

Precise, not fanciful. Self-assured, not restrained. Low, wide and sleek. The exterior design of the new 718 models ushers in a new era for the Boxster and Cayman with sporty, distinctive edges and...

Interior design

Intuitive handling, performance-oriented ergonomics, a clean design. The interior of the new 718 models is also fully geared for sporty performance.

A strong emphasis on the horizontal gives the new...

Standard specification

Selected key features of the standard specifications: the 718 models.

Performance

Creating more power is still no challenge. Not unless it’s done the Porsche way – by seeking to achieve a noticeable reduction in fuel consumption at the same time. The result is an increase of up to...

Turbocharger

The displacement of the new 718 Boxster and Cayman models has been considerably reduced with the aim of lowering fuel consumption. Nevertheless, the power output of the new engines has been...

Variable turbine geometry (VTG)

The new 718 Boxster S and 718 Cayman S come equipped with variable turbine geometry (VTG). Adjustable guide vanes on the turbine act to combine the benefits of a small and a large exhaust...

Efficiency-enhancing technologies

Auto start/stop switches off the engine when the driving speed falls below 7 km/h, such as when you are approaching a red light. As soon as you release the clutch or depress the accelerator pedal,...

Sports exhaust system

With the optional sports exhaust system, the already powerful sound of the midmounted engine becomes even more intense – at the push of a button. Having caught the ear, the sports exhaust system also...

6-speed manual transmission

The 718 models are equipped with a smooth-shifting 6-speed manual transmission optimally matched to the respective engine map. The shift throws are sporty and short – shift effort is low. This means...

Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)

7-speed PDK, featuring both a manual and an automatic mode, is available as an option and offers extremely fast gear changes with no interruption in the flow of power. Not to mention even faster...

Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV)

PTV is an optional system for enhancing driving dynamics and stability. Operating in conjunction with a mechanical rear differential lock, it works by varying the amount of torque transmitted to the...

Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM)

Optional PASM, the electronic damping control system, continuously adjusts the damping force on each wheel, based on current road conditions and driving style. In addition, the body sits 10 mm lower.

P...

Porsche Stability Management (PSM)

The new 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman models are equipped with enhanced Porsche Stability Management (PSM) – an automatic control system for maintaining stability at the limits of dynamic driving...

Wheels

The new 718 Boxster and Cayman models each come equipped with distinctively styled 18-inch wheels. The S models are fitted with 19-inch wheels introducing two new rim designs.

On all 718 models, the...

SPORT button

The SPORT button enables you to select a suspension setup where the emphasis is on either comfort or sporty performance. At the push of a button, the engine dynamics become even more direct. In...

Sport Chrono Package

Adrenaline at the push of a button, goose bumps included: the functions of the optional Sport Chrono Package enable an even sportier tuning of the vehicle – and launch you to unprecedented sporty...

Brakes

In sport, performance counts. It applies to the engine and it also applies to the brakes. The new 718 models are therefore equipped with four-piston aluminium monobloc fixed calipers.

On the new 718...

Airbags and Porsche Side Impact Protection System (POSIP)

The new 718 models offer advanced airbag technology in the form of full-size driver and front passenger airbags, which are inflated in two stages depending on the severity and type of accident.

All...

Roll-over protection

In the open-top 718 Boxster models, dual roll-over protection creates survival space in the event of a roll-over or side impact. The front roll-over protection element is made from...

Lights

Rain. Fog. Darkness. Nothing that would faze a genuine athlete. That’s why all 718 models are equipped with Bi-Xenon headlights with integrated LED daytime running lights.

At the rear, the...

Interior

The new sports steering wheel with its puristic design, the ascending centre console, three round instruments with the rev counter positioned in the centre: everything in the interior is intended to...

Sports steering wheel

The sports steering wheel with threespoke design is lightweight and functional. The small centre pad and the chrome ring encircling the Porsche Crest – both derived from the steering wheel of the 918...

Light design package

The optional light design package is both practical and aesthetically appealing. It comprises dimmable LEDs in various parts of the interior.

Porsche Entry & Drive*

With the optional Porsche Entry & Drive, you can leave your car key in your pocket. As soon as you grab the door handle, or your hand nears the Porsche Crest on the front luggage compartment lid or...

Seats

Sports seats

The Sports seats are comfortable and provide support even during performance driving. They come equipped with electric backrest adjustment and mechanical height and fore/aft adjustment....

Climate control

An optional alternative to the air conditioning system, two-zone automatic climate control has separate temperature controls for the driver and front passenger and offers a choice of three climate...

Luggage compartments and storage solutions

A lot can be expected of a genuine sports car. The mid-engine concept of the 718 models impresses not only by delivering superbly agile driving dynamics, but also by affording two luggage...

Assistance systems

Adaptive cruise control including Porsche Active Safe (PAS)

Available as an option in conjunction with Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), this enhanced version of cruise control actively regulates the...

Sound systems

Sound Package Plus

Sound Package Plus delivers excellent sound. It comprises six loudspeakers and a total output of 110 watts in the new 718 Boxster, and eight loudspeakers with 150 watts in the new...

The new Porsche Communication Management (PCM)

The enhanced Porsche Communication Management (PCM) is your central control unit for all infotainment applications and is standard equipment in all models. The PCM features a high-resolution touch...

Connect

The optional Connect module makes the optimum connection between your smartphone and your Porsche. The centre console contains a special smartphone storage tray, which forwards the signal of your...

Connect Plus

The Connect Plus module ensures maximum connectivity in your Porsche.

It features an LTE telephone module – with SIM card reader – for convenience, excellent reception and optimised voice quality. A...

Services

With Porsche Connect and the Connect Plus module, you have access to a range of helpful services, such as real-time traffic information. Thanks to this visual aid, you can be sure that you’re on the...

Connect Apps

In addition to its range of smart services, Porsche Connect offers two smartphone apps. The first, Porsche Car Connect, lets you use your smartphone or Apple Watch® to retrieve vehicle data and...

Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur

Our wealth of experience goes back a long way. Since the very beginning, we at Porsche have been dedicated to realising customer wishes as part of our special request service. Known until 1986 as the...