What Changed

Boxsters receive substantial styling changes. Boxster 2.7L power increased by 15hp to 240hp. Boxster S 3.2L power increased to 280hp. Boxster S gets a new 6-speed manual transmission. Standard wheel size increases to 17in on Boxster, and 18 in on Boxster S.

Comparison to Prior Model

2005 Porsche Boxster 2004 Porsche Boxster
2005 Porsche Boxster 2004 Porsche Boxster
Price Range ($) $43,800 - $56,310 $42,600 - $54,810
Length (in) 170.4 170.1
Wheelbase (in) 95.1 95.1
Width (in) 70.9 70.1
Height (in) 51.0 50.8
Track (in) 58.5 57.3
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 294.2 286.5
Curb Weight (lbs.) 2855-3054 2811-2999
Legroom Total (in.)
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.)
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • RWD
Engines
  • 2.7l H6 (240-bhp)
  • 3.2l H6 (280-bhp)
  • 2.7l H6 (228-bhp)
  • 3.2l H6 (258-bhp)
Transmissions A5, M5, M6 A5, M5, M6
City MPG 18-20
Highway MPG 26-29
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