These are standard specifications for the 2003 Porsche Boxster, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 5 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Mid |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1996 - 2004 |
| Price : | $43,000 |
| Weight : | 2911 lbs | 1320.407 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Opposed 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3200 cc | 195.3 cu in. | 3.2 L. |
| Power : | 258 HP (189.888 KW) @ 6251 RPM |
| Torque : | 230 Ft-Lbs (312 NM) @ 4501 RPM |
5 Manual , 5 Automatic
Production Figures
| Total Porsche Production for 2003 : | 73,284 |
| 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V656000 |
| Summary | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, 'Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.' |
| Consequence | Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19961101 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 03V004000 |
| Summary | CERTAIN 2-DOOR CONVERTIBLE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TIPTRONIC (AUTOMATIC) TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITH AN INCORRECTLY ADJUSTED KEY-LOCK-CABLE DOWN TO THE SHIFT SELECTOR. IF THE KEY-LOCK-CABLE IS NOT ADJUSTED CORRECTLY, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE IGNITION KEY WILL SNAG UPON BEING REMOVED FRO THE IGNITION LOCK OR THE SLECTOR LEVER CAN BE SHIFTED FROM POSITION 'P' WITH THE IGNITION KEY REMOVED AND THE LOCKING BUTTON OPERATED. |
| Consequence | IF THE SELECTOR LEVER IS THEN SHIFTED FROM POSITION 'P' TO POSITION 'R, N OR D' WITH THE VEHICLE PARKED, AND IF THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT ON, THE VHEICLE WILL NOT BE SECURED FROM INADVERTENLY ROLLING AWAY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CABLE ADJUSTMENT AND, REGARDLESS OF THE RESULTS OF THIS INSPECTION, THE KEY-LOCK-CABLE MUST ALSO BE ADJUSTED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 15, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039. |
| Notes | PORSCHE RECALL NO. A305.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
Data updated January 2023
2003 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $45,016 |
| Avg. Home : | $246,300 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.83 |
2003 Porsche Boxster FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2003 Porsche Boxster?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2003 Porsche Boxster? A: The 2003 Porsche Boxster has a wheelbase size of 95.10 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2003 Porsche Boxster? A: The 2003 Porsche Boxster has a length of 170.10 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2003 Porsche Boxster? A: The 2003 Porsche Boxster has a width of 70.10 inches.Q: How much did the 2003 Porsche Boxster cost when new?A: The 2003 Porsche Boxster had a base price of approximately $43,000 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2003 Porsche Boxster? A: The 2003 Porsche Boxster was a Convertible.Q: How many vehicles did Porsche produce in 2003? A: Porsche produced 73,284 automobiles in 2003.Q: What engine did the 2003 Porsche Boxster have? A: The engine powering the 2003 Porsche Boxster was a Opposed 6 (3200 cc | 195.3 cu in. | 3.2 L.) with 258 HP (189.888 KW) @ 6251 RPM and 230 Ft-Lbs (312 NM) @ 4501 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 2003 Porsche Boxster have? A: The 2003 Porsche Boxster had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 5 speed Automatic.