2003 Porsche Boxster

2003 Porsche Boxster Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$42,600 - $51,600

Original MSRP:
$37,121 - $45,001

2003 Porsche Boxster Review
"More power and detail changes inside and out highlight 2003 for the entry-level Porsches. Boxsters are 2-seat convertibles with a midmounted, horizontally opposed 6-cyl engine. The base Boxster has a 2.7 liter with 228 hp, a gain of 11 for '03. The Boxster S has a 3.2 liter with 258 hp, a gain of 8. Base models come with a 5-speed manual transmission, the S with a 6-speed; both offer an optional 5-speed automatic with manual-shift steering-wheel buttons. Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes are standard. A traction/antiskid system is optional. All Boxsters come with side airbags and a power soft top, which for '03 exchanges a plastic rear window for one of heated glass. A removable hardtop is optional. Both models for '03 get modified front air intakes, body-color vs. black side scoops, and ""smoked"" plastic turn-signal lenses. Climate controls are relocated and Boxster's first conventional dashboard glovebox is added. The base model has 16-inch wheels; it's available with the S's 17s; 18s are optional for both. The 17s and 18s are of a new, lighter-weight design. "
Warranty Information
Basic: 4 Years/50,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
2003 Porsche Boxster , S N/A

2003 Porsche Boxster Models & Prices

2003 Porsche Boxster BASE
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Roadster 5-Spd Manual $42,600 $37,121 $605 / Month*
2dr Roadster Tiptronic $42,600 $37,121 $605 / Month*

2003 Porsche Boxster S
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Roadster S 6-Spd Manual $51,600 $45,001 $733 / Month*
2dr Roadster S Tiptronic $51,600 $45,001 $733 / Month*

2003 Porsche Boxster Features and Standard Equipment

EMISSIONS CERTIFICATION Features
BASE S
LEV certified (2.7L engine/5-speed auto trans)  
LEV certified (2.7L engine/5-speed manual trans)  
LEV certified (3.2L engine/5-speed auto trans)  
LEV certified (3.2L engine/6-speed manual trans)  
EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
BASE S
City 17/hwy 26 (3.2L engine/5-speed auto trans)  
City 18/hwy 26 (2.7L engine/5-speed auto trans)  
City 18/hwy 26 (3.2L engine/6-speed manual trans)  
City 20/hwy 29 (2.7L engine/5-speed manual trans)  
EXTERIOR Features
BASE S
Boxster S badging on rear decklid  
Fog lamps
Front & side air intakes
Heated pwr mirrors
Integrated fixed supplemental safety bars w/soft-touch covering
Pwr convertible top w/glass rear window
Speed-dependent rear spoiler
Third front center air intake  
Tinted glass
Variable intermittent wipers w/heated washer nozzles  
Windshield wipers w/heated washer nozzles  
INTERIOR Features
BASE S
Aluminum-look interior trim  
AM/FM stereo w/compact disc player
Anti-theft system-inc: engine immobilizing, transponder key, interior sensor, remote control  
Automatic climate control system w/carbon filter
Central locking system w/remote control
Color-keyed leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel w/Porsche crest
Dash-mounted pop-out cupholders
Dual lighted visor vanity mirrors
Instrumentation-inc: analog speedometer, tachometer, trip odometer, clock
Lockable center storage compartment
Pwr windows-inc: one-touch up/down, anti-jam feature
Rear window defroster
Remote unlocking front/rear trunks
Standard leather pwr reclining front bucket seats
Telescoping steering column
MECHANICAL Features
BASE S
16" Boxster Design cast light aluminum-alloy wheels  
16.9 gallon fuel tank
17" Boxster S cast light aluminum-alloy wheels  
2.7L DOHC SMFI water-cooled horizontally-opposed 24-valve 6-cyl engine  
205/50ZR17 front tires  
205/55ZR16 front tires  
225/50ZR16 rear tires  
255/40ZR17 rear tires  
3.2L DOHC SMFI water-cooled horizontally-opposed 24-valve 6-cyl engine  
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
5-speed manual transmission  
5-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission
6-speed manual transmission  
Dual exhaust pipes  
Front/rear stabilizer bars
Independent 4-wheel MacPherson strut suspension w/aluminum alloy control arms
Motronic ME 7.8 engine management software
Pwr 4-wheel vented disc brakes w/4-piston fixed light alloy calipers  
Pwr 4-wheel vented/cross-drilled disc brakes w/4-piston fixed light alloy calipers painted red  
Pwr-assisted rack & pinion steering
Rear wheel drive
Supplemental third radiator  
VarioCam variable valve timing system
SAFETY Features
BASE S
3-point inertia-reel safety belts w/pretensioners & load limiters
Boron steel tubing around windshield
Crumple-zone body structure
Door mounted side-impact airbags
Driver & front passenger airbags
Reinforced passenger compartment

2003 Porsche Boxster Options and Addition Equipment

*** DOOR SILLS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
DOOR SILLS IN CARBON -inc: embossed model insignia  
DOOR SILLS IN CARBON -inc: embossed model insignia (N/A w/Y28 Aluminum/Chrome)  
DOOR SILLS IN STAINLESS STEEL -inc: embossed model insignia
*** FLOOR MATS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
BLACK FLOOR MAT W/PORSCHE LETTERING
BOXSTER RED FLOOR MAT W/PORSCHE LETTERING
FRONT FLOOR MATS W/EMBOSSED PORSCHE LETTERING
GRAPHITE GRAY FLOOR MAT W/PORSCHE LETTERING
METROPOL BLUE FLOOR MAT W/PORSCHE LETTERING
NATURAL BROWN FLOOR MAT W/PORSCHE LETTERING
NATURAL GREY FLOOR MAT W/PORSCHE LETTERING
NEPHRITE GREEN FLOOR MAT W/PORSCHE LETTERING
SAVANNA BEIGE FLOOR MAT W/PORSCHE LETTERING
*** FRONT CENTER CONSOLE *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
COMPACT DISC SHELF IN CENTER CONSOLE (N/A w/P16 Communication Management)
FRONT CENTER CONSOLE IN INTERIOR LEATHER (REQ: Full Leather or Natural Leather Interior) (N/A w/P16 Communication Management or P70 Sport Design Pkg)
*** INSTRUMENT DIALS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
ALUMINUM INSTRUMENT DIALS *Affects Color Availability* (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg or Y28 Aluminum/Chrome)  
INTERIOR COLOR INSTRUMENT DIALS *Affects Color Availability* (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg or Y28 Aluminum/Chrome)  
INTERIOR COLOR INSTRUMENT DIALS *Affects Color Availability* (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg)  
*** INTERIOR PKG *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
LARGE ALUMINUM-LOOK PKG -inc: air vent slats/ instrument surround/trim strip/door speaker grilles/door tube in Aluminum-look, side air vents/defroster trim/ignition lock surround/ door speaker finishers/mirror attachment point finishers/door tube handle/door handle trim/door storage bin lid in leather, switch panel speaker grilles/finishers painted in interior color (N/A w/P70 Sport Pkg, XTC Door Accessories or Standard Leather Interior)
LARGE CARBON PKG -inc: carbon central air vents/instrument surround/trim strip/door tube handle/door handle trim/storage bin lid, leather side air vents/defroster trim/mirror attachment point finishers/lower door tube, Aluminum-look middle door tube (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg, XPC Steering Wheel or Standard Leather Interior)
LARGE DARK BURR MAPLE PKG -inc: dark burr maple central air vents/instrument surround/ trim strip/door tube handle/door handle trim, leather central air vent slats/T-divider/ cupholder trim/lower switch trim/ignition surround/side air vents/defroster trim/mirror attachment point finishers/door tube lower section/door storage bin lid, Aluminum-look door tube middle section (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg or Standard Leather Interior)
LARGE LEATHER PKG -inc: side air vents/ defroster trim/central air vent/T-divider/ cupholder trim/lower switch trim/instrument surround/trim strip/ignition lock/mirror attachment point finishers/door tube handle/ storage bin lid in interior color leather, loudspeaker finishers painted in interior color, door tube middle section in Aluminum-look (N/A w/Standard Leather Interior)
SMALL ALUMINUM-LOOK PKG -inc: central air vent slats/instrument surround/trim strip in Aluminum-look, central air vent mounting & T-divider in leather (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg, XTC Door Accessories) (N/A w/Standard Leather Interior)
SMALL CARBON PKG -inc: carbon central air vent mounting & divider/instrument surround/trim strip, leather central air vent slats/lower switch trim/T-divider/cupholder trim/ignition lock surround, switch panel speaker grilles/ finishers painted interior color (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg) (N/A w/Standard Leather Interior)
SMALL DARK BURR MAPLE PKG -inc: dark burr maple central air vent mounting & divider/ instrument surround/trim strip, leather central air vent slats/T-divider/cupholder trim/lower switch trim/ignition surround, speaker finishers/grilles painted in interior color (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg, XTC Door Accessories) (N/A w/Standard Leather Interior)
*** REAR CENTER CONSOLE *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
REAR CENTER CONSOLE COVERED IN LEATHER (REQ: Full Leather or Natural Leather Interior) (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg)
REAR CENTER CONSOLE IN CARBON FIBER (N/A w/Standard Leather Interior or P70 Sport Design Pkg) *Affects Color Availability*
REAR CENTER CONSOLE PAINTED ALUMINUM-LOOK (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg)
REAR CENTER CONSOLE PAINTED IN EXTERIOR COLOR (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg)
*** ROLL BAR *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
ROLL BAR PAINTED ALUMINUM-LOOK (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg)
ROLL BAR PAINTED IN EXTERIOR COLOR (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg)
*** SEAT BELT *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
GUARDS RED SEAT BELTS
MARITIME BLUE SEAT BELTS
SPEED YELLOW SEAT BELTS
*** SEAT OPTIONS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
2-STAGE HEATED FRONT SEATS
DRIVER SEAT LUMBAR SUPPORT (REQ: P15 Power Seat Pkg)
HEADRESTS EMBOSSED W/PORSCHE CREST
LOWERED SEATS -inc: 10 mm thinner seat cushion, padded head restraints
PASSENGER SEAT LUMBAR SUPPORT (REQ: P15 Power Seat Pkg)
POWER SEAT PKG -inc: pwr height/length/ backrest adjusters, driver memory feature (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg or P77 or P78 Sport Seats)
SPORT SEATS W/REAR BACKREST PAINTED TO MATCH EXTERIOR COLOR (REQ: P77 or P78 Front Leather Sport Seats)
*** SHIFT KNOB/BRAKE HANDLE *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
ALUMINUM/LEATHER SHIFT KNOB/BRAKE HANDLE
CARBON/ALUMINUM SHIFT KNOB/BRAKE HANDLE
CARBON/ALUMINUM SHIFT KNOB/BRAKE HANDLE (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg)
DARK MAPLE BURR WOOD/ALUMINUM SHIFT KNOB/ BRAKE HANDLE
DARK MAPLE BURR WOOD/ALUMINUM SHIFT KNOB/ BRAKE HANDLE (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg, XMJ Carbon Rear Center Console)
LEATHER/ALUMINUM SHIFT KNOB/BRAKE HANDLE
TIPTRONIC SHIFT PLATE IN LEATHER  
*** SPEAKER SYSTEM *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
BOSE HIGH END SOUND PKG -inc: 6 channel amp w/equalization, Bose Two-State Modulation (TSM) switching 100-watt amp, 5x25 watt linear amps, 10 high performance speakers
HI-FI DIGITAL SOUND -inc: 6 speakers w/2 bass boxes, 6 channel output w/2x40 & 2x70 watts
*** STEERING WHEEL *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
3-SPOKE STEERING WHEEL IN ALUMINUM-LOOK (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg)
3-SPOKE STEERING WHEEL IN CARBON & LEATHER (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg, E53 Large Dark Burr Maple Pkg)
3-SPOKE STEERING WHEEL IN CARBON & LEATHER (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg, E53 Large Dark Burr Maple Pkg, Y08 Dark Burr Maple Shifter)
3-SPOKE STEERING WHEEL IN DARK WOOD & LEATHER (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg, E55 Large Carbon Pkg, XMJ Carbon Rear Center Console)
3-SPOKE STEERING WHEEL IN DARK WOOD & LEATHER (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg, E55 Large Carbon Pkg, XMJ Carbon Rear Center Console, Y05 Carbon Shifter)
3-SPOKE STEERING WHEEL IN LEATHER (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg)
STEERING COLUMN COVERED IN LEATHER (REQ: Full Leather or Natural Leather Interior) (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg)
*** WHEELS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE S
BOXSTER S II 17" WHEELS -inc: 205/50ZR17 front tires, 255/40ZR17 rear tires  
LIGHT ALLOY CARRERA 18" WHEELS -inc: 225/40ZR18 front tires, 265/35ZR18 rear tires
SPORT CLASSIC 17" WHEELS -inc: 205/50ZR17 front tires, 255/40ZR17 rear tires
SPORT CLASSIC 18" WHEELS -inc: 225/40ZR18 front tires, 265/35ZR18 rear tires
SPORT DESIGN 18" WHEELS -inc: 225/40ZR18 front tires, 265/35ZR18 rear tires
TURBO LOOK II 18" WHEELS -inc: 225/40ZR18 front tires, 265/35ZR18 rear tires
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
BASE S
2-STAGE SPORT EXHAUST SYSTEM -inc: interior switch
6-DISC REMOTE COMPACT DISC CHANGER
AEROKIT -inc: integrated front spoiler, rocker panels, reinforced rear luggage compartment lid w/spoiler & integrated third brake light (N/A w/X76 Flared Rocker Panels, 9898 or 9999 Paint to Sample)
ALL EXCLUSIVE OPTIONS IN DEVIATING STITCH
ALUMINUM/CHROME PKG -inc: stainless steel door sills, aluminum instrument dials, chrome exhaust pipe (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg)  
BOSE HIGH END SOUND PKG W/WINDSTOP
CHROME EXHAUST PIPE
COLOR-KEYED HARDTOP W/REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (N/A w/XAB Speedster Rear Color of Car)
CRUISE CONTROL
CUSTOM TAILORING
DEVIATING CARPETS STANDARD COLOR
DEVIATING DOOR PANEL STITCHING (REQ: Z103 Seat Stitching) (N/A w/Standard Leather Interior) *Affects Color Availability*
DEVIATING SEAT STITCHINGS STANDARD COLOR
EXTERIOR COLOR WHEELS & CENTER CAPS
FLARED ROCKER PANELS (N/A w/XAA Aerokit, 9898 or 9999 Paint to Sample)
FOOTWELL LIGHTING
LEATHER DOOR ACCESSORIES -inc: mirror attachment point finishers/door tube handle & lower section/door handle trim/storage bin lid in interior color leather, door tube middle section in Aluminum-look (N/A w/Standard Leather Interior or P70 Sport Design Pkg)
LEATHER SUNVISORS
MODEL DESIGNATION DELETE
ON-BOARD COMPUTER
PARKING ASSIST SYSTEM
PORSCHE COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT II -inc: GPS navigation system w/integrated CD-ROM drive, on-board computer, 5.8" screen w/12 button keypad (N/A w/424 CD Shelf, XMF Console)
PORSCHE STABILITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM -inc: anti-slip regulation, automatic brake differential
PORSCHE WINDSTOP
REMOTE CONTROL ALARM SYSTEM  
ROOF TRANSPORT SYSTEM *165 lb. capacity*
SELF-DIMMING REARVIEW MIRROR/DRIVER-SIDE EXTERIOR MIRROR -inc: rain sensing wipers w/6 stage interval control
SPEEDSTER REAR COLOR OF CAR (N/A w/550 Hardtop, 9898 or 9999 Paint to Sample)
WHEEL CAPS W/COLORED PORSCHE CREST
XENON HEADLAMP PKG -inc: dynamic leveling, headlamp washers
CHASSIS PACKAGE Options
BASE S
RIGIDLY TUNED SPECIAL CHASSIS
STANDARD CHASSIS (STD)
DECOR LEVEL Options
BASE S
FULL LEATHER INTERIOR PKG
NATURAL LEATHER INTERIOR PKG
PORSCHE LEATHER INTERIOR IN COLOR TO SAMPLE -inc: full leather interior pkg *Ordering This Option Can Delay Production by 3 to 6 Months*
SPECIAL LEATHER INTERIOR PKG
SPORT DESIGN PKG -inc: black leather sport seats/instrument cover/airbag cover/console storage bin lid/roll bar trim, switch panel/ door trim/door panel/console side trim in black leatherette, air vent mounting/climate control surround/air vent divider/door tube/ door storage bin lid/door handle/rear center console/switch trim/gear & brake levers/roll bar/seat back/seat controls/hinge trim in Aluminum-look *Affects Color Availability*
STANDARD LEATHER INTERIOR PKG (STD)
PAINT TYPE Options
BASE S
METALLIC PAINT
METALLIC PAINT TO SAMPLE *Ordering This Option Can Delay Production by 3 to 6 Months*
NON-METALLIC PAINT TO SAMPLE *Ordering This Option Can Delay Production by 3 to 6 Months*
SPECIAL EXTERIOR PAINT
STANDARD PAINT
SEAT TRIM Options
BASE S
FULL LEATHER SEATS (N/A w/Standard Leather Interior)
LEATHER SPORT SEATS -inc: pwr backrest adjustment & manual length adjustment (N/A w/Standard Leather Interior, P15 Power Seat Pkg or P70 Sport Design Pkg)
LEATHER SPORT SEATS -inc: pwr backrest adjustment & manual length adjustment (REQ: Standard Leather Interior) (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg or P15 Power Seat Pkg)
STANDARD LEATHER SEATS (STD)
SUPPLE LEATHER SEATS (N/A w/Standard Leather Interior) (N/A w/P70 Sport Design Pkg)
TRANSMISSION Options
BASE S
5-SPEED TIPTRONIC TRANSMISSION -inc: steering wheel mounted gear selectors

2003 Porsche Boxster Technical Specifications

Brakes
BASE S
Brake ABS System Four-Wheel Four-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.7 x 0.95 12.53 x 1.10
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.5 x 0.8 11.78 x 0.95
Cargo Area Dimensions
BASE S
Trunk Volume (ft) 9.1 9.1
Engine
BASE S
Displacement 2.7L/164 3.2L/194
Engine Type Gas Flat 6-cyl Gas Flat 6-cyl
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 228 @ 6300 258 @ 6250
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 192 @ 4750 229 @ 4500
Exterior Dimensions
BASE S
Height, Overall (in) 50.8 50.8
Length, Overall (in) 170.1 170.1
Min Ground Clearance (in) 4.1 4.1
Wheelbase (in) 95.1 95.1
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.1 70.1
Fuel Tank
BASE S
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 16.9 16.9
Steering
BASE S
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.98 2.98
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 35.8 35.8
Suspension
BASE S
Suspension Type - Front Independent Independent
Suspension Type - Rear Independent Independent
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Tires
BASE S
Front Tire Size P205/50ZR17 P205/50ZR17
Rear Tire Size P225/50ZR16 P255/40ZR17
Transmission
BASE S
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive Rear-Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Manual Manual
Trans Type 5 6
Vehicle
BASE S
Front Head Room (in) 38.4 38.1
Front Leg Room (in) 41.6 41.6
Front Shoulder Room (in) 51.7 51.7
Passenger Capacity 2 2
Passenger Volume (ft) - TBD - - TBD -
Weight Information
BASE S
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 2811 2911

2003 Porsche Boxster Safety Features

Safety Features
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Driver & front passenger airbags
Door mounted side-impact airbags
3-point inertia-reel safety belts w/pretensioners & load limiters
Boron steel tubing around windshield
Integrated fixed supplemental safety bars w/soft-touch covering
Reinforced passenger compartment
Crumple-zone body structure
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS N/A