These are standard specifications for the 1998 Porsche Boxster, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual In rear transaxle , 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 : | $41,050 |
| Weight : | 2800 lbs | 1270.059 kg |
| MPG City : | 19 |
| MPG Highway : | 27 |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 6 seconds. |
| 1/4 Mile : | 14.5 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 149 mph | 239.741 km/h |
Engine & Transmission
| Opposed 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2687 cc | 164.0 cu in. | 2.7 L. |
| Power : | 217 BHP (159.712 KW) @ 6500 RPM |
| Torque : | 192 Ft-Lbs (260 NM) @ 4500 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.4 in | 85 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 78 mm. |
| Compression : | 11.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 8 |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
| DME Ignition and Fuel Injection | |
5 Manual In rear transaxle , 5 Automatic
Production Figures
| 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Cabrioloet 2 dr. 2 P : | 9,678 |
Handling
Recall
| Component | AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 98E005000 |
| Summary | EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: CHILD SEATING SYSTEM AIR BAG DEACTIVATION KIT FOR USE ON 1997-1998 911 CARRERA S, CARRERA 4, CARRERA 4S, AND TURBO (1997 MODEL ONLY), PART NO. 993 803 283 00, AND 1997-1998 BOXSTER MODEL VEHICLES, PART NOS. 996 803 283 00 AND 996 803 083 00. DUE TO A MANUFACTURING PROBLEM, THE CONTACT BUCKLE (WHICH IS PART OF THE KIT) DOES NOT DEACTIVATE THE AIR BAG(S). |
| Consequence | IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THIS RESULTS IN THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG(S) WHICH COULD RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD SEAT OCCUPANT. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MODIFIED AIR BAG DEACTIVATION KIT. |
| Notes | OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN MARCH 2, 1998. 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.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| 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
1998 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $17,200 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $38,100 |
| Avg. Home : | $129,300 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.15 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
1998 Porsche Boxster FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1998 Porsche Boxster?
Q: How fast is the 1998 Porsche Boxster? A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster has a top speed of 149 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1998 Porsche Boxster? A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster has a wheelbase size of 95.20 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1998 Porsche Boxster? A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster has a length of 171.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1998 Porsche Boxster? A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster has a width of 70.10 inches.Q: How much did the 1998 Porsche Boxster cost when new?A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster had a base price of approximately $41,050 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1998 Porsche Boxster? A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster was a Cabrioloet.Q: What engine did the 1998 Porsche Boxster have? A: The engine powering the 1998 Porsche Boxster was a Opposed 6 (2687 cc | 164.0 cu in. | 2.7 L.) with 217 BHP (159.712 KW) @ 6500 RPM and 192 Ft-Lbs (260 NM) @ 4500 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 1998 Porsche Boxster have? A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual In rear transaxle, 5 speed Automatic.