Here's a look at some of the Boxster's rivals:
Audi TT Roadster 3.2 quattro, 250 hp, $59,800
BMW Z4 3.0si, 255 hp, $55,400
Honda S2000, 237 hp, $50,600
Lotus Elise SC, 218 hp, $61,900
Mercedes-Benz SLK280, 228 hp, $60,500
Nissan 350Z Roadster, 306 hp, $56,498
Of course, if a Porsche is out of reach, you could always check out the 260-hp Pontiac Solstice GXP and Saturn Sky Red Line twins which, fully-equipped, sell for a little over $40,000. They have zero trunk space, though.
Conclusion
There's a lot to like about the Boxster, even in base form. There's room for going on road trips, it's powerful enough, and it's a blast to drive.
Is it superior to the competition? Well, let's just say that it doesn't clearly stand out. But more importantly, though, it's got that Porsche badge on the hood. The Boxster might not be as iconic as the 911, but it's within reach of a lot more people that have always dreamed of owning a car that comes from Zuffenhausen. That's one of the best things you could decorate your driveway with.
photo:Philippe Champoux
Audi TT Roadster 3.2 quattro, 250 hp, $59,800
BMW Z4 3.0si, 255 hp, $55,400
Honda S2000, 237 hp, $50,600
Lotus Elise SC, 218 hp, $61,900
Mercedes-Benz SLK280, 228 hp, $60,500
Nissan 350Z Roadster, 306 hp, $56,498
Of course, if a Porsche is out of reach, you could always check out the 260-hp Pontiac Solstice GXP and Saturn Sky Red Line twins which, fully-equipped, sell for a little over $40,000. They have zero trunk space, though.
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Conclusion
There's a lot to like about the Boxster, even in base form. There's room for going on road trips, it's powerful enough, and it's a blast to drive.
Is it superior to the competition? Well, let's just say that it doesn't clearly stand out. But more importantly, though, it's got that Porsche badge on the hood. The Boxster might not be as iconic as the 911, but it's within reach of a lot more people that have always dreamed of owning a car that comes from Zuffenhausen. That's one of the best things you could decorate your driveway with.
photo:Philippe Champoux
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