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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.

2016 Porsche Boxster
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Combined MPG
25
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
Recalls
1

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Model year2016
Vehicle classOther

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2.7 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG22
Highway MPG31
Combined MPG25
CO₂ tailpipe352 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3100

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Boxster25 MPG combined
Boxster24 MPG combined
Boxster GTS25 MPG combined
Boxster GTS22 MPG combined
Boxster S24 MPG combined
Boxster S22 MPG combined
Boxster Spyder20 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City22 MPG
Highway31 MPG
Combined25 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Boxster25 MPG
Class average22.8 MPG

About 10% more efficient than the Boxster's class average.

Est. monthly payment
$564/mo

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Amount financed
$28,800
Total interest
$5,010
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5-year fuel cost
$8,040

$1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG25
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA 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