2016 Porsche Boxster
The 2016 Porsche Boxster is a other, rated at 25 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 25
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- —
- Recalls
- 1
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Model | Boxster |
| Model year | 2016 |
| Vehicle class | Other |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2.7 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 22 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 31 |
| Combined MPG | 25 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 352 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3100 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Boxster | 25 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Boxster | 24 MPG combined |
| Boxster GTS | 25 MPG combined |
| Boxster GTS | 22 MPG combined |
| Boxster S | 24 MPG combined |
| Boxster S | 22 MPG combined |
| Boxster Spyder | 20 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 22 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 10% more efficient than the Boxster's class average.
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- Amount financed
- $28,800
- Total interest
- $5,010
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≈ $1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (1)
- AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE19V533000 · 2019-07-17
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2017 911 and Boxster, 2016 Cayman and Panamera vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 13, 2019. Owners received a second notice and the recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB4.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2016 Porsche Boxster?
The 2016 Porsche Boxster is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway).
Is the 2016 Porsche Boxster reliable?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Porsche Boxster. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Porsche Boxster?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Porsche Boxster costs roughly $1,608 per year to fuel, or about $8,040 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2016 Porsche Boxster?
The 2016 Porsche Boxster is classified as a other. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC