2012 Porsche Boxster Base 6MT
The 2012 Porsche Boxster Base 6MT is a 255-hp 2.9-liter flat-6 with a 6-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 22 mpg combined.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Naturally-aspirated horizontally-opposed flat-6 (boxer) |
| Displacement | 2.9 L |
| Horsepower | 255 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 214 lb-ft @ 4400-6000 rpm |
| Redline | 7,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 4v/cyl, VarioCam Plus (variable intake valve timing and lift) |
| Bore and Stroke | 89.0 x 77.5 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-point fuel injection (ME 7.8) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive (mid-engine) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.67 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.05 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.4 |
| 4th Gear | 1.13 |
| 5th Gear | 0.97 |
| 6th Gear | 0.84 |
| Reverse | 3.33 |
| Final Drive | 3.88 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 16.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson struts; aluminum control arms; coil springs; stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent MacPherson struts; aluminum control arms; stabilizer bar; toe-angle control |
| Turning Diameter | 36.4 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | 4-piston aluminum monobloc fixed (Black) |
| Front Brake Disc | Internally vented and cross-drilled, 12.5 in. (317 mm) dia. |
| Rear Brake Disc | Internally vented and cross-drilled, 11.8 in. (299 mm) dia. |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | 205/55 ZR 17 |
| Tires Rear | 235/50 ZR 17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 172.1 in |
| Width | 76.9 in |
| Height | 50.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in |
| Front Track | 58.7 in |
| Rear Track | 60.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 9.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,943 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 33.5 in |