The Porsche Boxster is a convertible offered in 2dr Roadster , 2dr Roadster S , 2dr Roadster Spyder and 2dr Roadster S Black Edition . The powertrains include 2.9-liter 6 (255 hp) , 3.4-liter 6 (310 hp) and 3.4-liter 6 (320 hp) engines, and 6-speed manual and 7-speed sequential transmissions. It is Rear wheel drive. EPA-rated fuel economy ranges from 20 mpg city to 28 mpg highway. The Boxster uses Premium fuel.
Standard safety equipment includes Standard/NA (Side air bags, front/rear), Standard Stability control, Standard Antilock brakes.
Competing models include Chevrolet Corvette and Mazda MX-5 Miata .
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