Porsche Boxster Horsepower & Torque (2002 - 2025): Your Comprehensive Guide

The Porsche Boxster, introduced in 1996, is a mid-engine, two-seater roadster that has become a cornerstone of Porsche's sports car lineup, later joined by the Cayman coupe in 2005.

Over its production, the Boxster has seen significant performance evolution, starting with a 2.7L flat-six engine producing 217 horsepower in 2002.

By 2025, the lineup includes a 4.0L flat-six delivering 394 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (dual-clutch) transmission.

The 718 models, introduced in 2016, also feature turbocharged 2.0L engines, offering 300 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque in the Style Edition Roadster.

These advancements highlight Porsche's commitment to blending power and precision in a compact sports car.

Scroll down to see the full horsepower and torque data below.

Check out the Horsepower And Torque specifications for other makes and models.

Fourth Generation: 2016-2025

2025 Porsche Boxster Horsepower

The 2025 Porsche Boxster features a horsepower range from 300 hp with the 2.0L engine to 394 hp with the 4.0L engine.

Torque output varies from 280 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 317 lb-ft with the 4.0L engine, both utilizing a rear-wheel-drive configuration and a 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) transmission.

2024 Porsche Boxster Horsepower

The 2024 Porsche Boxster features a horsepower range from 300 hp with the 2.0L engine to 394 hp with the 4.0L engine, both utilizing a rear-wheel-drive configuration.

Torque output varies from 280 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 309 lb-ft with the 4.0L engine, with all models equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission.

2023 Porsche Boxster Horsepower

The 2023 Porsche Boxster features a horsepower range from 300 hp with the base engine to 394 hp with the 4.0-liter engine.

Torque output varies from 280 lb-ft with the base engine to 309 lb-ft with the 4.0-liter engine.

All configurations utilize a 6-speed manual transmission and a rear-wheel-drive drivetrain.

2022 Porsche Boxster Horsepower

The 2022 Porsche Boxster features a horsepower range from 300 hp with the base engine to 394 hp with the higher-output variant, both utilizing a 6-speed manual transmission and a rear-wheel-drive configuration.

Torque output varies from 280 lb-ft with the base engine to 309 lb-ft with the more powerful variant, maintaining the same drivetrain and transmission setup across the range.

2021 Porsche Boxster Horsepower

The 2021 Porsche Boxster features a horsepower range from 300 hp with the 718 H4 engine to 394 hp with the 718 25 Years H6 engine.

Torque output varies from 280 lb-ft with the 718 H4 to 309 lb-ft with the 718 25 Years H6.

Both configurations utilize a rear-wheel-drive layout and are paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

2016 Porsche Boxster Horsepower

The 2016 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a 3.8L H6 engine producing a consistent output of 375 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a rear-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

Third Generation: 2012-2016

2016 Porsche Boxster Horsepower

The 2016 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a 3.8L H6 engine producing a consistent output of 375 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a rear-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

2013 Porsche Boxster Horsepower

The 2013 Porsche Boxster features a horsepower range from 265 hp with a 2.7L Flat-6 engine to 315 hp with a 3.4L Flat-6 engine.

Torque output varies from 206 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine to 266 lb-ft with the 3.4L engine.

Both engine configurations are paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and utilize a rear-wheel drive (RWD) drivetrain layout.

2012 Porsche Boxster Horsepower

The Porsche Boxster features a performance range with horsepower from 255 hp generated by a 2.9L Flat-6 engine to 320 hp produced by a 3.4L Flat-6 engine.

Torque output varies from 214 lb-ft with the 2.9L engine to 273 lb-ft with the 3.4L engine, both utilizing a rear-wheel-drive configuration and a 6-speed manual transmission.

First Generation: 1996-2004

2004 Porsche Boxster Horsepower

The 2004 Porsche Boxster features a horsepower range from 228 hp with a 2.7L Flat 6-cylinder engine to 264 hp with a 3.2L Flat 6-cylinder engine.

Torque output varies from 192 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine to 229 lb-ft with the 3.2L engine.

Both engine configurations are paired with a rear-wheel-drive layout and a choice of a 5-speed or 6-speed manual transmission.

2003 Porsche Boxster Horsepower

The 2003 Porsche Boxster features a 2.7L flat 6-cylinder engine producing 228 hp and 192 lb-ft of torque, while the 3.2L flat 6-cylinder engine increases output to 258 hp and 229 lb-ft of torque.

Both engine configurations are paired with a rear-wheel-drive layout, utilizing a 5-speed manual transmission for the 2.7L engine and a 6-speed manual transmission for the 3.2L engine.

2002 Porsche Boxster Horsepower

The 2002 Porsche Boxster features a 2.7L Flat 6-cylinder engine producing 217 hp and 192 lb-ft of torque, while the 3.2L Flat 6-cylinder engine increases output to 250 hp and 225 lb-ft of torque.

Both engine configurations are paired with a rear-wheel drive layout, with the 2.7L engine utilizing a 5-speed manual transmission and the 3.2L engine equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission.