insideKENT Magazine Issue 51 - June 2016 | Page 20

Made for the SPORT of it Available at Porsche Centre Tonbridge, the new Boxster is the sequel that continues the 718 era, embodying vast experience, accumulated in endurance and hill-climbing events. We find out how the definitive mid-engined roadster represents ‘the will to break with standards and inspire conviction’. The new 718 Boxster and 718 Boxster S were made for the sport of it; mid-engined roadsters that unite the sporting spirit of the legendary Porsche 718 with the sports car of tomorrow – transferred to the roads of today’s world. Their one goal is to take the everyday out of every day. In the 20 years since its debut, the Porsche Boxster has established itself as the benchmark roadster. Recently, a new generation of the midengined two-seater was unveiled, powered by a newly developed range of flat four-cylinder ‘boxer’ engines with turbocharging. At the same time, the new designation was introduced: 718 Boxster and 718 Boxster S. These new models continue the tradition of the Porsche 718 mid-engined sports cars that won numerous races in the 1950s and 1960s. More powerful yet more fuel-efficient, the 718 Boxster develops 300hp from its turbocharged 2.0-litre engine. The 718 Boxster S has a 2.5litre engine, which develops 350hp, its greater power literally boosted by its use of a turbocharger with variable turbine geometry. In fact, Porsche is now the only manufacturer to offer this technology in production cars with petrol engines, both in the 911 Turbo and 718 Boxster S. The considerable power gain of 35hp, compared to the previous Boxster models, is matched by the impressive efficiency of the new turbo engines. The new 718 Boxster models have fuel economy improvements of up to 13%. The exterior design of the new model line has also advanced comprehensively. The vehicle has been completely revised, except for the luggage compartment lids, the windscreen and the powered convertible roof. Inside, a newly designed dash panel frames the cockpit. In addition, the latest generation of Porsche Communication 20 Management (PCM), with state-of-the-art touchscreen and mobile phone preparation, is included as standard. The navigation module is available as an option. The 718 Boxster is priced from £41,739 RRP incl. VAT, and the 718 Boxster S from £50,695 RRP incl. VAT. Porsche Centre Tonbridge Brook Farm Five Oak Green Road Tonbridge TN11 0QN 01732 386 528 [email protected] www.porschetonbridge.co.uk