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Performance Specs: 2026 Porsche 718 Boxster

Performance Engineering of the 2026 Porsche 718 Boxster

The 2026 Porsche 718 Boxster delivers mid-engine balance, turbocharged and naturally aspirated engine options, and measurable performance across every model. Horsepower ranges from 300 to 493, top track speeds reach up to 191 mph, and available manual transmission or seven-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung configurations allow drivers to tailor the experience to their driving style. At Porsche New Orleans in New Orleans, LA, you can explore each 2026 Porsche 718 Boxster configuration in detail.

2026 Porsche 718 Boxster Engine Layout and Powertrain Engineering

Every 2026 Porsche 718 Boxster uses a mid-engine layout. The engine sits directly behind the driver and ahead of the rear axle, improving weight distribution and reducing rotational inertia. This configuration enhances steering precision and chassis responsiveness.

All models are rear-wheel drive and offer either a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung transmission, depending on configuration.

2026 Porsche 718 Boxster Engine Specifications

718 Boxster

The 718 Boxster is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged Boxer 4 engine.

Engine specifications:

  • 2.0-liter turbocharged flat-four

  • 1,988 cc displacement

  • 300 horsepower at 7,500 rpm

  • 280 lb-ft of torque

  • 150.0 horsepower per liter

  • 7,500 rpm maximum engine speed

Performance specifications:

  • Zero to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds with seven-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung

  • Zero to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds with six-speed manual transmission and Sport Chrono Package

  • Zero to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds with Sport Chrono Package

  • 171 mph top track speed

  • 13.2-second quarter mile with Porsche Doppelkupplung

Fuel tank capacity is 14.3 gallons.

718 Boxster Style Edition

The 718 Boxster Style Edition shares the same 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and performance specifications as the 718 Boxster:

  • 300 horsepower

  • 280 lb-ft of torque

  • 171 mph top speed

  • 4.7-second 0 to 60 mph time with Porsche Doppelkupplung

Distinctive features include:

  • 20-inch 718 Spyder wheels in High Gloss Black

  • Sport tailpipes in Black

  • 718 Style Edition Package

718 Boxster S

The 718 Boxster S features a 2.5-liter turbocharged Boxer 4 engine.

Engine specifications:

  • 2.5-liter turbocharged flat-four

  • 2,497 cc displacement

  • 350 horsepower

  • 309 lb-ft of torque

  • 140.0 horsepower per liter

  • 7,500 rpm maximum engine speed

Performance specifications:

  • Zero to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds with Porsche Doppelkupplung

  • Zero to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds with six-speed manual transmission and Sport Chrono Package

  • Zero to 60 mph in 4.0 seconds with Sport Chrono Package

  • 177 mph top track speed

  • 12.6-second quarter mile with Porsche Doppelkupplung

The 718 Boxster S also includes an extended range 16.9-gallon fuel tank.

718 Boxster GTS 4.0

The 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 is powered by a 4.0-liter naturally aspirated Boxer 6 engine.

Engine specifications:

  • 4.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six

  • 3,995 cc displacement

  • 394 horsepower

  • 317 lb-ft of torque with Porsche Doppelkupplung

  • 309 lb-ft of torque with six-speed manual transmission

  • 7,800 rpm maximum engine speed

Performance specifications:

  • 179 mph top track speed with Porsche Doppelkupplung

  • 182 mph top track speed with manual transmission

  • Zero to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds

  • Zero to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds with Sport Chrono Package

  • 12.5-second quarter mile

This configuration delivers high-revving response and linear throttle control.

718 Spyder RS

The 718 Spyder RS represents the highest-performance configuration in the 2026 Porsche 718 lineup.

Engine specifications:

  • 4.0-liter naturally aspirated Boxer 6

  • 3,996 cc displacement

  • 493 horsepower

  • 331 lb-ft of torque

  • 9,000 rpm maximum engine speed

Performance specifications:

  • Zero to 60 mph in 3.2 seconds

  • 191 mph top track speed

  • 11.3-second quarter mile

The 718 Spyder RS features a 16.9-gallon fuel tank and track-focused suspension calibration.

2026 Porsche 718 Boxster Chassis and Suspension Specifications

The chassis architecture across the lineup supports precise handling and stability at speed.

Key chassis specifications include:

  • Wheelbase of 97.4 inches on most models

  • Turning circle diameter of 36.1 feet

  • Curb weight ranging from 3,036 pounds to 3,241 pounds, depending on configuration

  • Rear-wheel drive layout

Performance suspension features available:

  • Porsche Active Suspension Management

  • PASM Sport Suspension lowered by 20 mm on 718 Boxster GTS 4.0

  • PASM Sport Suspension lowered by 30 mm on 718 Spyder RS

  • Porsche Torque Vectoring with mechanically locking differential

These systems adjust damping and traction in real time to support high-speed cornering and controlled acceleration.

2026 Porsche 718 Boxster Transmission and Sport Chrono Package

Transmission options:

  • Six-speed manual transmission

  • Seven-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung

When equipped with the Sport Chrono Package, the vehicle adds:

  • Mode switch on steering wheel

  • SPORT mode

  • SPORT PLUS mode

  • Individual mode

  • SPORT Response function with Porsche Doppelkupplung

  • Launch Control with Porsche Doppelkupplung

  • Rev-match function with manual transmission

  • Porsche Active Driveline Mounts

These systems refine throttle response, shift timing, and drivetrain rigidity to enhance performance on the road.

2026 Porsche 718 Boxster Wheels and Tire Specifications

Wheel sizes vary by model:

  • 18-inch Boxster wheels

  • 19-inch Boxster S wheels

  • 20-inch 718 Sport wheels

  • 20-inch 718 Spyder wheels

  • 20-inch forged aluminum wheels derived from the GT4 RS design on the 718 Spyder RS

Typical tire configurations:

  • 235 width front tires

  • 265 or 295 width rear tires, depending on model

Staggered tire sizing improves rear traction and supports stable high-speed handling.

Experience the 2026 Porsche 718 Boxster Performance in New Orleans

The 2026 Porsche 718 Boxster lineup offers a wide range of performance specifications, from the 300-horsepower turbocharged configuration to the 493-horsepower 718 Spyder RS. Each model reflects the principles of mid-engine balance, precision chassis engineering, and driver-focused design.

At Porsche New Orleans in New Orleans, LA, our team is available to walk you through specifications, options, and available models so you can determine which configuration aligns with your driving goals.

Schedule a visit to Porsche New Orleans and experience how the 2026 Porsche 718 Boxster delivers measurable performance on the road.

*Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.