Interior

The 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster also features some interior changes as well. Some of the highlights are as follows:

• reshaped dash top with rounded air vents that rise out of the dash
• ergonomic steering wheel that owes its design to Porsche's 918 Spyder
• roomy enough even for those who are six feet or taller

Technology

Porsche made communication and technology a focus when it designed the 718 Boxster. The Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system has been enhanced for 2017 and features a central location for information and entertainment options. Built around a high-resolution touch screen, the connectivity and convenience of driving a Porsche 718 Boxster begins when a smartphone or other mobile device is linked to the vehicle's integrated system.

• Bluetooth connectivity supports hands-free use
• USB port and AUX input options
• Internal hard drive and two SD card readers complement the CD/DVD drive
• Optional Porsche Connect provides remote access of some of the functions of the 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster

Performance

The 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster offers a 2.0-liter, four cylinder engine that puts out 300 horsepower. With the ability to reach zero to 60 MPH in just 4.9 seconds, this sportster give provides a respectable 21 MPG while driving in the city and 28 MPG on the highway for a combined 24 MPG. A rear-wheel drive car that can reach speeds of up to 170 MPH, the Porsche 718 Boxster boasts a six-speed manual transmission. An available sport model gets slightly better gas mileage at 22 MPG during city driving and 30 MPG over the highway, can reach 60 MPH in just 4.7 seconds and offers a seven-speed manual transmission.

Safety

As one might expect from a car maker whose name is synonymous with luxury and performance, the 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster offers a host of safety features including:

• Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) provide superior braking performance that equates to minimal braking distances
• Roll-over protection comprised of rear roll-over bars designed of steel composite and aluminum and a front roll-over element made of steel that is super-high strength
• Airbags and the Porsche Side Impact Protection System (POSIP) consisting of full-sized, two-stage driver and front passenger airbags as well as knee bags, side impact protection located in the doors and more.