SEPANG: The Porsche 718 Boxster and 718 Boxster S is being previewed at the Porsche World Roadshow 2016 from today to July 21 ahead of their local launch.

The new 718 Boxster models are equipped with newly developed turbo flat-four engines with improved performance and reduced fuel consumption.

The two-seat convertibles are now more powerful yet more fuel-efficient. With them, Porsche continues the tradition of the four-cylinder flat engines that were used in the Porsche 718 mid-engine sports cars that won numerous races back in the 1950s and 1960s. Among them were the legendary Targa Florio and Le Mans.

The centrepiece of the new model series is the newly developed four-cylinder flat engine with turbocharging. The 718 Boxster develops 300hp from two litres of engine displacement, while the 718 Boxster S attains 350hp from 2.5 litres of displacement. In the S-model, Porsche also uses a turbocharger with variable turbine geometry (VTG).



In fact Porsche is now the only manufacturer to offer VTG technology in production cars with petrol-driven engines, both in the 911 Turbo and in the 718 Boxster S. There is a considerable power gain of 35hp compared to the previous Boxster models and the efficiency of the new turbo engines. The new 718 Boxster models have fuel economy improvements of up to 13%.

The 718 Boxster – with PDK and the Sport Chrono Package – sprints from zero to 100kph in 4.7 seconds (0.8 seconds faster). The 718 Boxster S with the same equipment completes this discipline in 4.2 seconds (0.6 seconds faster). The top speed of the 718 Boxster is 275 kph, and the 718 Boxster S has a top speed of 285kph.

Fuel economy is also better. In the 718 Boxster, the four-cylinder flat engine with PDK has a NEDC fuel consumption figure of 6.9 l/100 km (1.0 l/100 km less). In the 718 Boxster S, the 2.5-litre turbo flat engine with PDK consumes just 7.3 l/100 km (0.9 l/100 km less).

The 718 model line can be made out at first glance. The front end of the new roadster has a more sculpted look. The front has a wider and more masculine appearance. The much larger cooling air intakes at the front are a distinct exterior expression of the new turbo engine concept. The front end of the 718 Boxster is rounded out by the new design of the bi-xenon headlights with integrated LED day-time running lights. LED headlights with four-point daytime running lights are available as a new option.



From a side view, identifying features of the new model line include new, independently styled wings and side sills. Larger air inlet panels with two fins emphasis the car's dynamic look. The doors are now designed without door handle recess covers.

The redesigned rear body of the 718 Boxster has a much wider look – especially due to the accent strip with integrated Porsche badge between the tail lights. The entirely redeveloped tail lights are distinguished by their three-dimensional LED technology and four-point brake lights.

Over 280 participants across Asia will be at the roadshow held at the Sepang International Circuit and hosted by Porsche importer Sime Darby Auto Performance.

The roadshow is a long established professional driving event that has been held in over 45 countries around the world. Attracting more than 42,000 potential customers and car enthusiasts, it provides a platform to experience the complete Porsche model range.

The program is led by professional Porsche certified instructors. Under their guidance, participants are not only able to enjoy the thrill of driving a Porsche at the Sepang circuit; they also get the opportunity to enhance their driving skills. The programme includes braking, slalom, vehicle handling and an off-road experience, all in just one day.

The roadshow offers a wide range of Porsche models for participants to experience in different sections. These include 22 of the latest Porsche cars ranging from the latest 911 models, the new mid-engine 718 Boxster models and Cayman; the Panamera, Macan and Cayenne.

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