Is the Porsche 718 a Boxster?
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The Porsche 718 comes in both a hardtop version and a convertible version. The convertible version is the Boxster, while the hardtop version is the Cayman. The Boxster has a length of 4379 mm, a width of 1801 mm, and a height of 1281 mm, with a wheelbase of 2475 mm. The Boxster is equipped with three engines: a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, a low-power 2.5-liter turbocharged engine, and a high-power 2.5-liter turbocharged engine. The 2.0-liter turbocharged engine delivers 300 horsepower and a maximum torque of 380 Nm. The low-power 2.5-liter turbocharged engine produces 350 horsepower and a maximum torque of 420 Nm. The high-power 2.5-liter turbocharged engine generates 366 horsepower and a maximum torque of 430 Nm.
Actually, the Porsche 718 is the current series name for the Boxster. As an enthusiast who frequently test drives cars, I can explain it clearly. In 2016, Porsche upgraded and integrated the convertible sports car Boxster into the 718 series, so now the 718 Boxster is the official name for the Boxster. The entire 718 series includes two models: the 718 Boxster (convertible version) and the 718 Cayman (hardtop version). This is mainly to pay tribute to the classic 718 sports car from the 1950s while incorporating modern elements, such as replacing the old six-cylinder engine with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine to improve fuel efficiency and performance. In daily driving, the 718 Boxster retains the iconic handling of the Boxster, but with a more sporty suspension tuning, making it more suitable for long-distance driving. If you are in the market for a sports car, the 718 series is definitely worth experiencing—it balances comfort and excitement perfectly.
