Other than the availability of a couple of fresh exterior colors, the 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster returns unchanged.
The Boxster is the convertible version of the 718. The Cayman, which we detail elsewhere, is the 718 coupe configuration.
Still a driver for sports car purists, the mid-engine Boxster lines up against an array of rivals, including the Chevrolet Corvette and BMW Z4.
We like the two-seat Boxster for its athletic handling, smooth-shifting manual transmission, upscale interior quality, and spirited engines.
Porsche offers Boxster in five trim levels: Boxster, Boxster T, Boxster S, Boxster GTS 4.0, and Boxster 25 Years.
We also include the Spyder (convertible) version of the 718 Cayman GT4 here because, well, it’s a convertible.
Power & Fuel Economy
Every Boxster is rear-wheel drive (RWD) and comes standard with a 6-speed manual transmission. You can upgrade to a 7-speed automatic for $3,210 in the base Boxster, Boxster S, and Spyder. Adding the automatic to the Boxster T, Boxster GTS 4.0, and Boxster 25 Years is an upcharge of $3,730.
Porsche assigns three engines to Boxster. The Boxster and Boxster T use a 300-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged flat-4-cylinder engine.
According to government estimates, the fuel economy with manual transmission is 20 miles per gallon in the city, 26 mpg on the highway, and 22 mpg in combined driving. Step up to the 7-speed automatic increases the mileage to 21 mpg city/27 mpg highway/24 mpg combined. The Boxster T loses 1 mpg in city driving.
Providing thrust for the Boxster S is a 350-hp 2.5-liter turbocharged flat-4-cylinder engine.
Its estimated fuel numbers are 19 mpg city/24 mpg highway/21 mpg combined with the manual transmission. Opting for the 7-speed automatic helps a little to 19 mpg city/25 mpg highway/22 mpg combined.
The Boxster GTS 4.0 and Boxster 25 years use a 394-hp 4.0-liter flat-6-cylinder engine.
With the manual transmission, the estimated numbers are 17 mpg city/24 mpg highway/19 mpg combined. When engine torque runs through the 7-speed automatic, mileage improves to 19 mpg city/24 mpg highway/21 mpg combined.
Motivating the 718 Spyder is a performance-tuned version of the 4.0 flat-6-cylinder that generates 414 hp.
With the manual transmission, it delivers 17 mpg city/23 mpg highway/19 mpg combined. Upgrading to the 7-speed automatic changes the numbers by 1 mpg across the board to 18 mpg city/24 mpg highway/20 mpg combined.
2022 Porsche 718 Boxster (starting at $62,600)
The 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster starts at $62,600.
You get 18-inch alloy wheels, adaptive bi-xenon headlights, heated power outboard mirrors, and front-rear park assist with the base Boxster.
Also standard are leather-trimmed heated power-adjustable front seats, two USB ports, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Keyless entry with push-button start, an automatic-extending rear wing, and auto-dimming mirrors are also included.
The infotainment system is a 7-inch touchscreen, a 6-speaker audio system, Bluetooth, satellite-radio capability, and Apple CarPlay.
The Boxster doesn’t have much in the way of standard driver aids. You can add high-beam assist, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-changing assist as options.
In fact, Porsche offers a long and comprehensive list of options.
For $2,090, you may add the Sport Chrono Package with a track stopwatch and four driving modes: Normal, Sport, Sport Plus, and Individual. If you opt for the 7-speed automatic transmission, a fifth Sport Response mode is added.
Adding the $1,350 destination fee to the Boxster base price brings the total to $63,950. If you put no money down and financed for 60 months at 3% interest, the monthly payment would be $1,149. See 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster models for sale
2022 Porsche 718 Boxster Includes:
- Adaptive front lights – These headlights swivel in concert with the front wheels to light the way when taking a curve or making a turn.
- Auto-dimming mirrors – Using photosensors, they recognize bright headlights closing from behind. They then automatically dim the reflection of those lights. Included are the outboard and inside rearview mirrors.
- Front-rear park assist – Sensors on the front and rear bumpers detect when an object is close, triggering a warning.
2022 Porsche 718 Boxster T (starting at $71,700)
The 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster T starts at $71,700.
The Boxster T adds the Sport Chrono Package, 20-inch alloy wheels, torque-vectoring steering, and a GT Sport steering wheel.
Adding the $1,350 destination fee to the Boxster T base price totals $73,050. Financing with no money down for 60 months at 3% interest works out to $1,313 per month. See 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster T models for sale
2022 Porsche 718 Boxster T Includes:
- Sport Chrono Package – This includes a track stopwatch and up to five driving modes.
- Torque-vectoring steering – Engineered to improve cornering, this system applies brake pressure on the inside wheel to increase grip during cornering.
- GT Sport steering wheel – Multi-functional, this steering wheel sports paddle shifters and a range of system controls.
2022 Porsche 718 Boxster S (starting at $74,600)
The 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster S starts at $74,600.
Outfitted much like the base Boxster, the Boxster S gets a more powerful 2.5-liter turbocharged flat-4-cylinder engine. It’s shod with 19-inch alloy wheels.
Adding the $1,350 destination fee to the Boxster S base price equals $75,950. With no money down, financing for 60 months at 3% interest works out to $1,365 per month. See 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster S models for sale
2022 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 (starting at $89,500)
The 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 starts at $89,500.
Powered by the 394-hp flat-6-cylinder engine, the Boxster GTS 4.0 builds on the Boxster T. Porsche gives it a more sporty appearance with red brake calipers and other goodies.
Porsche Active Suspension Management is also standard.
Adding the $1,350 destination fee to the Boxster GTS 4.0 base price brings the total to $90,850. Financing with no money down for 60 months at 3% interest works out to $1,632 per month. See 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 models for sale
2022 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 Includes:
- Flat-6-cylinder engine – Producing 395 hp and 309 lb-ft of torque, this 4.0-liter flat-6 cylinder includes active cylinder management.
- Red brake calipers – These are beefier 6-piston grabbers (in front) for quicker, surer stops.
- Active Suspension Management – This is an adaptive air suspension that constantly monitors conditions and continually adjusts the damping force based on those conditions.
2022 Porsche 718 Boxster 25 Years (starting at $100,100)
The 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster 25 Years starts at $100,100.
A limited-edition for 2021, Porsche was only to make 1,250 units. Some must still be hanging around. Based on the GTS 4.0, the engine and most of the standard content are the same.
Porsche does give 25 Years a couple of upgrades like a red-leather interior and red-fabric top.
Adding the $1,350 destination fee to the 25 Years base price brings the total to $101,450. With no money down, financing for 60 months at 3% interest works out to a monthly payment of $1,742. See 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster 25 Years models for sale
2022 Porsche 718 Spyder (starting at $98,300)
The 2022 Porsche 718 Spyder starts at $98,300.
Porsche arms the 718 Spyder with a more potent version of the 4.0 flat-6-cylinder engine. It develops 414 hp.
It includes the performance equipment in the higher Boxster grades. The Spyder, however, is not a Boxster because it’s actually a Cayman. As such, it’s a hardtop convertible.
Adding the $1,350 destination fee to the Spyder base price brings the total to $99,650. Financing with no money down for 60 months at 3% interest works out to $1,791 per month. See 2022 Porsche 718 Spyder models for sale
