The 2000 Porsche Boxster S marked the introduction of the high-performance variant of the first-generation (986) Porsche Boxster roadster. Designed to offer a sharper, faster alternative to the base model, the Boxster S bridged the gap between the standard roadster and the 911 Carrera.
Engine & Performance Specs
- Engine: 3.2-liter liquid-cooled "M96" flat-six (horizontally opposed)
- Power Output: 250 horsepower @ 6,250 RPM and 225 lb-ft of torque @ 4,500 RPM
- Transmission: 6-speed manual (standard) or 5-speed Tiptronic S automatic with manual-shift buttons
- 0-60 mph: 5.5 seconds
- Top Speed: 162 mph
- Braking: 60--0 mph in 99 feet, thanks to cross-drilled discs and larger GT1 race car-inspired monolock calipers
The S variant included several meaningful mechanical and styling upgrades over the standard 2000 model:
- Larger Displacement: a 3.2L engine compared to the base model's 2.7L unit.
- Gearing: A 6-speed manual transmission instead of the base car's 5-speed unit.
- Chassis & Handling: Stiffer suspension tuning with firmer shock absorbers and progressive coil springs.
- Aesthetics & Identification: Dual center-exit exhaust pipes, an additional radiator intake mesh up front, 17-inch standard wheels (with optional 18-inch variants), and a red "S" badge on the trunk.
