Porsche Boxster S

20002020 · 42 configurations

Lowest
17
Average
21
Best
24

The Porsche Boxster S has been tested by the EPA across 42 different configurations spanning model years 2000 through 2020. Over this period, the Boxster S has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 17 MPG to 24 MPG, with an overall average of 21 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2020
2.5L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,300192421MPG
2020
2.5L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$3,150192522MPG
2019
2.5L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150202622MPG
2019
2.5L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,900212824MPG
2018
2.5L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150202622MPG
2018
2.5L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,900212824MPG
2017
2.5L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150202622MPG
2017
2.5L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,900212824MPG
2016
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150202722MPG
2016
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,900212924MPG
2015
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150202722MPG
2015
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,900212924MPG
2014
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150202722MPG
2014
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,900212924MPG
2013
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150202722MPG
2013
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,900212924MPG
2012
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 7-spdPremium
$3,000202923MPG
2012
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,300192621MPG
2011
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
2011
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 7-spdPremium
$3,000202923MPG
2010
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 7-spdPremium
$3,000202923MPG
2010
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
2009
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 7-spdPremium
$3,000202923MPG
2009
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
2008
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,300182521MPG
2008
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,300182621MPG
2007
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,300182521MPG
2007
3.4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,300182621MPG
2006
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,650162419MPG
2006
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,450172520MPG
2005
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,450172520MPG
2005
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,650162419MPG
2004
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,650162419MPG
2004
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850152418MPG
2003
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,650162419MPG
2003
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850152418MPG
2002
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850162318MPG
2002
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850152318MPG
2001
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850152318MPG
2001
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850162318MPG
2000
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$4,050152217MPG
2000
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850162318MPG

Historical Efficiency

2020
22
2019
24
2018
24
2017
24
2016
24
2015
24
2014
24
2013
24
2012
23
2011
23
2010
23
2009
23
2008
21
2007
21
2006
20
2005
20
2004
19
2003
19
2002
18
2001
18

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Boxster S) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Porsche Boxster S. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Porsche Porsche 986/Boxster grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
43
Total Deaths
34

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
20.9%
Fire Occurrence
2.3%
Speeding Involved
39.5%
DUI Involved
27.9%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

70%
Front
17%
Side
13%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2022
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2021
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2020
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2017
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2016
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2015
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2014
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.83

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2016
1
2014
2
2013
1
2012
1
2011
1
2001
1
2000
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory