
The BMW Z4 is the most direct alternative to the Boxster in many ways; it's roughly equivalent in power, features, and price.
But the aging Z4 lacks the refinement, the fine-tuned handling, and the sharp modern looks of the Boxster.
Audi's TT is another German take on the compact sports car, but its front-biased weight distribution makes for a more awkward, if still capable, sports driving experience.
The TT's all-wheel drive is a nice feature, however, for those in the snow belt.
The Nissan 370Z and Infiniti Q60 share much of the same structure under the skin, and while the Infiniti's interior is a closer match to the Boxster's in terms of luxury and equipment, both models offer a great deal of power and handling for their price point; unfortunately, it comes at the expense of noise and refinement.
Chevrolet's new Corvette Stingray is also one to consider against the Boxster, if only because it's a sports car, available in both Coupe and Roadster forms, for about the same price; otherwise, the Corvette is more in the 911's performance league than the Boxster's, and would significantly outpace the smaller mid-engined roadster on the street or the track.
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Quick Specs | |||||
The 2014 Porsche Boxster defines the luxury sports roadster segment with its power, grace, and style. |
The 2014 Audi TT is quick, fun, and stylish--but don't expect to bring the family along for the ride. |
The 2014 BMW Z4 offers a pleasant balance of luxury, comfort, and sport, but it is at the pricier end of the roadster spectrum. |
The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray sets a new benchmark for value among well-equipped, comfortable, high-performance sports cars. |
The 2014 Nissan 370Z continues to deliver good value and big sports car grins. | |
MSRP From | |||||
$50,400 | $39,900 | $48,950 | $53,000 | $40,950 | $29,990 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
20 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||||
Premium Unleaded H-6 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Gas V8 | Premium Unleaded V-6 | Premium Unleaded V-6 |
EPA Class | |||||
Two Seaters | Subcompact Cars | Two Seaters | Two Seater | Subcompact Cars | Two Seaters |
Style Name | |||||
2-Door Roadster | 2-Door Coupe S tronic quattro 2.0T | 2-Door Roadster sDrive28i | 2-Door Coupe w/1LT | 2-Door Automatic Journey RWD | 2-Door Coupe Manual |
Drivetrain | |||||
Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||||
2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
Passenger Doors | |||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||||
Convertible | quattro Coupe | Roadster | Coupe | Coupe | Coupe |
Transmission | |||||
Manual w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD | Manual | Automatic w/OD | Manual w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2014 Porsche Boxster vs. 2014 Audi TT | 2014 Porsche Boxster vs. 2014 BMW Z4 | 2014 Porsche Boxster vs. 2014 Chevrolet Corvette | 2014 Porsche Boxster vs. 2014 INFINITI Q60 | 2014 Porsche Boxster vs. 2014 Nissan 370Z |