Porsche Boxter 2.7 ~ 2005-2007

For 2005, the Boxster received a major makeover. The front was treated to new headlights to distinguish it further from the 911, and a new nose with large intakes. At the back, meanwhile, the wings became more shapely and there were new light clusters.

 

 

The interior was all-new, with a neater instrument binnacle, round air vents, and an angular centre console that was similar to that in the 997-model 911. The three-spoke steering wheel was also not unlike the 911 item.

 

The same 2.7-litre engine was retained, albeit tweaked by 12bhp to produce 240bhp. This gave a 0-62mph time of 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 159mph. Standard fare was a five-speed gearbox, while a six-speed manual was optional, as was Tiptronic.

 

Standard on the new Boxster was PSM (Porsche Stability Management) – essentially a form of traction control.

 

A new option was Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) which allowed the suspension to be adjusted from a softer, comfortable ride, to a harder setting for sporty driving – effectively giving two cars in one.

 

Another new option was the Porsche Chrono Package, borrowed from the 997. This gave a modified engine map and a sophisticated stopwatch system.

 

Capacity: 2687cc

 

Compression ratio: 11.0:1

 

Maximum Power: 240bhp @ 6400rpm

 

Maximum Torque: 270Nm @ 4700-6000rpm

 

Brakes: Front: 304mm discs; rear: 299mm discs. Servo assisted with ABS

 

Suspension: Front: McPherson struts with coil springs and antiroll bar. Rear: McPherson struts with coil springs and antiroll bar

 

Wheels & Tyres: Front: 17x6.5J with 205/55ZR17 tyres. Rear: 17x8J with 235/50ZR17 tyres

 

Length: 4329mm

 

Width: 1801mm

 

Weight: >1295kg

 

0-62mph: 6.2 seconds Top speed: 159mph