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1998 Porsche Boxster Review: Summary & Specs

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1998 Porsche Boxster Review

Pure sports car and purely Porsche.

1998 Boxster Review Summary & Specifications

The sudden revival of the roadster is a gratifying phenomenon in an

age of sport-utility vehicles. Besides the Boxster, the SLK and BMW Z3

offer tempting packages to consider, each with its own appeal.

Of this trio, the Boxster is the most expensive, but it's also arguably

the best at pure sports car duties. It's a genuine Porsche. To some, that

alone will be worth the price of admission.

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1998 Porsche Boxster Specs
Vehicle CategorySports Cars
EditorTony Swan
Model Lineup
Engines (standard)2.5-liter dohc 24v opposed 6
Transmissions (standard)5-speed manual
Engines (optional)
Transmissions (optional)5-speed Triptronic automatic
Safety Equipment (standard)ABS, rollover bars, dual airbags
Safety Equipment (optional)
Basic Warranty2 years/unlimited
Assembled InStuttgart, Germany
Manufacturer Phone1-800-767-7243
Manufacturer URLwww.porsche.com
Base Price MSRP40745


1998 Porsche Boxster Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPBase Boxster
Standard EquipmentAutomatic climate control a/c, AM/FM/cassette audio, leather seats, power windows, power locks, power mirrors, anti-theft power soft top, 16 in. aluminum alloy wheels, power lumbar adjustment
Options as Tested (MSRP)Trip computer, wind deflector, cruise control
Destination Charge
Gas Guzzler Tax
Price as Tested42095
Layout
Horse Power201 @ 6000
Torque181 @ 4500
Fuel Economy19/27
Wheelbase95.2
Length/Width/Height171.0/70.1/50.8
Track Front/Rear57.7/60.2
Turning Radius35.8
Seating Capacity2
Front Head/Hip/Leg room
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room
Trunk Volume9.1
Payload
Towing Capacity
Front SuspensionIndependent
Rear SuspensionIndependent
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight2822
Stock TiresP205/55ZR-16; 225/50ZR-16
Brakes Front/Reardisc/disc
Fuel Capacity15.3
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