2009 Porsche Boxster
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Based on analysis of 65 Boxster reviews and test drives.
Porsche Boxster - What the Auto Press Says
The 2009 Porsche Boxster ranks 1 out of 8 Luxury Sports Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 65 published reviews and test drives of the Porsche Boxster, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
The Porsche Boxster offers the best of both worlds: sporty yet comfortable and practical yet luxurious. With characteristics like that, it's no surprise that reviewers have an affinity for it.
The 2009 Porsche Boxster, the chop-top sibling of the impressive Cayman, is praised by critics for its hardcore sports-car handling, handsome drop-top design, luxurious cabin, and commuter-friendly road composure. "Throw in its impressive cargo space, better than average reliability and extremely strong resale value, and a Boxster S is a pretty sound purchase," adds Automobile.com. And though the Boxster is not free of faults, most auto writers find them insignificant.
Before you buy a Boxster, be sure to test-drive a Chevy Corvette first. While not as luxurious as the Boxster, its performance abilities are just as impressive -- if not better. For those on a budget, the Mazda MX-5 Miata is also a great sports roadster, and it's available with a retractable hardtop.
The Porsche Boxster is available in two trims, the base-level Boxster and Boxster S.
- "It's impossible for any sun lover to drive the Porsche Boxster without a smile extended ear to ear. ... Top-down driving works because it becomes an event, a kind of short vacation with a luxury factor of ten on a ten-point scale." -- Road & Travel Magazine
- "At this Porsche's lofty price point, there are always substitutes. Still, even in its jaw-dropping 10th year of production, the Boxster S remains one of the purest and most satisfying sports cars on the planet, and PDK's impeccable performance may well seal the deal for those who aren't sold on shifting for themselves." -- Edmunds
Boxster Performance - 9.2 (Excellent)
Test drivers are unanimous in their praise for the Boxster's smooth powertrain options and sporty, yet composed, nature on both the road and track. "Porsches are excellent driving machines and both Boxster models more than live up to that heritage," writes Kelley Blue Book. "They are rewarding to drive at nearly any level of expertise." New for '09, the Boxster can be equipped with an optional Porsche Doppelkupplung transmission. continue
Boxster Exterior - NA
Auto writers appreciate the Boxster's attractive exterior design. Though it comes equipped with a standard convertible soft-top, a removable hardtop is available. continue
Boxster Interior - 8.4 (Very Good)
Critics admire the Boxster's classy, comfortable cabin. "Boxster's rich-feeling, carefully assembled cabin materials enhance a sophisticated ambiance," comments Consumer Guide. Interestingly, it features two cargo holds. continue
Boxster Safety - NA
Neither the federal government nor insurance industry has crash-tested the '09 Boxster. It does, however, come equipped with loads of safety assuring technology -- including Porsche Stability Management (PSM). continue
Boxster Reliability - 10.0 (Excellent)
The 2009 Porsche Boxster reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). Porsche protects the '09 Boxster with a four-year/50,000-mile limited warranty. continue
