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At the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March, Porsche will introduce the third generation of the Boxster series in 1996 since the birth of the 2013 Porsche Boxster S. The latest version of the two-seater model introduces an all-new lightweight body, upgraded flat-six engine with direct gasoline injection, chassis completely revised and in true Porsche fashion, styling evolution, and 15 percent more fuel-efficient engines. Porsche Boxster S received a revamped styling with short overhangs, the glass is significantly shifted to the front, and a flat line silhouette edgier characters.

The new Porsche Boxster S uses a new lightweight body with a longer wheelbase, wider track and larger wheels. Combined with its mid-engine layout, enhanced driving dynamics even further than the current generation 987. First of all, the new Porsche Boxster S sports a shorter front and rear overhangs along with the glass is significantly shifted to the front and the overall silhouette of flat front end borrows some design cues from the 918 Spyder concept is also leading to the production. Rear gets a similar set of tail lights outgoing model but with prominent folds in the middle.

Inside, the most prominent changes occurred in the center console that boasts a large screen and the bottom shows elevated control similar to that found at 911 and Porsche Panamera. Longer wheelbase and wider track promise to increase space for passengers while Porsche has also added a new fully automatic hoods, who now dispenses with the convertible top compartment lid for when stored away. We are still short on technical details, but we know that all-aluminum body of the new Porsche Boxster S is significantly lighter than all-steel model it replaces, while chassis revisions are also expected to shed some pounds.

Porsche Boxster S uses direct injection flat-six engine features new technologies such as the restoration of electrical systems, thermal management and start / stop function. Porsche Boxster S is equipped with the same 3.4-liter engine but it was revised to provide power 315 hp for acceleration 0-100km / h (62mph) from 5.0 seconds (vs.5.2 seconds for version out). 0-60mph time is 4.7 seconds Boxster S. This model is equipped with six-speed manual gearbox as standard, with a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission available as an option. Fuel consumption for the Porsche Boxster S is 8.0l/100km (29.4 mpg U.S.) and 8.0lt/100km (29.4mpg U.S.) on the European driving cycle. Sprint’s full-throttle performance to 100 km / h in 5.0 seconds for the Boxster S.

Other features include a new roadster electro-mechanical power steering, the fabric is fully electric, scooped up the center console are inspired by the Carrera GT, optional Sport Chrono Package, the mountain of dynamic transmission and Porsche Torque vectoring (PTV) with a mechanical rear axle differential lock.

The launch of the Porsche Boxster S in Germany on 04.14.2012 with a list price of € 48,291 and € 59,120 (including VAT 19%), respectively. In the U.S. market launch will be early summer at a price of $ 60,900 for the Porsche Boxster S does not include $ 950 destination charge.