
Two-seat convertibles dripping with power and great bloodlines all owe something to the Porsche Boxster.
Most recognizable of those are the Z4 and TT; the Z4 has excellent performance and a more passenger-friendly interior, along with a nice soft-top arrangement, but its gregarious exterior styling might be too much for some.
The TT was just restyled last year, with a more conservative yet still uber-chic look that may appeal more to enthusiasts; it drives more like a true sportscar as well.
Nissan's 350Z roadster has raw power and claw-like traction, while Audi's TT roadster gets all-wheel drive and a big V-6 on its features list.
Traditionalists might actually like the simplicity of the Mazda Miata, which costs about half as much as the Boxster; with a high-revving four-cylinder engine and no-nonsense interior, the Miata has a charm of its own.
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Quick Specs | ||
The 2009 Porsche Boxster is exactly what you want it to be: a fast, snazzy modern roadster. |
The 2011 BMW Z4 is an exhilarating sports car, and one of the better choices for touring, but next to other roadsters it's pricey. |
The TT is a little more engaging to drive than before, but it doesn’t stand out in the crowd quite like the original one did when it was new. |
MSRP From | ||
$46,600 | $47,450 | $34,800 |
Gas Mileage | ||
19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy |
Engine | ||
Gas Flat 6-cyl | Gas I6 | Turbo Gas I4 |
EPA Class | ||
Two-Seater | Two-Seater | Mini-Compact |
Style Name | ||
2-Door Roadster | 2-Door Roadster sDrive30i | 2-Door Coupe Automatic 2.0T FrontTrak |
Drivetrain | ||
Rear-Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | ||
2 | 2 | 4 |
Passenger Doors | ||
N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | ||
2 Door Roadster | 2 Dr Conv | 2 Door Coupe |
Transmission | ||
Manual | Manual | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | ||
2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 BMW Z4 | 2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 2008 Audi TT |