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Key specifications
- Gas Flat-6
- Engine Type
- 20 City / 29 Hwy
- MPG
- 255 hp
- Horsepower
- 2
- Seating Capacity
- Gas Flat-6
- Engine Type
- 2.9L/177
- Displacement
- 255 @ 6400
- SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
- 214 @ 4400-6000
- SAE Net Torque @ RPM
- MacPherson Strut
- Suspension Type - Front
- MacPherson Strut
- Suspension Type - Rear
- w/Coil Springs
- Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
- w/Coil Springs
- Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
- 2,943 lbs
- Base Curb Weight
- N/A
- Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
- N/A
- Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
- N/A
- Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
- Standard
- Stability Control
- N/A
- Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
- N/A
- Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
- Pwr
- Brake Type
- 4-Wheel
- Brake ABS System
- N/A
- Brake ABS System (Second Line)
- Yes
- Disc - Front (Yes or )
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- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Having fun
- Does recommend this car
Getting car a ceramic coating a Shin Tech. Wow.
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Having fun
- Does recommend this car
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What trim levels are available for the 2012 Porsche Boxster?
The 2012 Porsche Boxster is available in 4 trim levels:
- 2dr Roadster
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- 2dr Roadster Spyder
- 2dr Roadster S Black Edition
What is the MPG of the 2012 Porsche Boxster?
The 2012 Porsche Boxster offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 29 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
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Is the 2012 Porsche Boxster reliable?
The 2012 Porsche Boxster has an average reliability rating of 4.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Porsche Boxster owners.
Is the 2012 Porsche Boxster a good Convertible?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Porsche Boxster. 87.5% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.2
- Interior: 4.5
- Performance: 4.9
- Value: 4.1
- Exterior: 4.7
- Reliability: 4.0