I think it's one button with push or pull so you can basically shift with one hand. But as far as I know you can also get the traditional shift paddles instead of the buttons if you want to.
Agreed, mines all black, carpet, leather seats black, less cleaning and more easy to be ignored, been using wide masking tape and just dab and press rubbish and sand, l live in Hawaii, which is what Porsche boxster was supposed be driven in, 24 7 ,top down, all year. 2006 S tipomatic, artic silver, and 1 owner, every day driver well maintained no bearing issues. 2019 fathers day, and no REGRETS and complaints, and a chicks car,?? agreed, chicks, babes ,always give me compliments and say they love it and I ain't complaining, cause l love chicks and the bikinis are getting better every single day and they love it. Aloha,and ladies ,men in Hawaii are just as HOT! kinda like Jason M looking guys everywhere every thing is pretty much Beautiful being in paradise!!
I worked for an Electric Power Steering company and the systems really do provide an extra 1-2 mpg (depending on type of vehicle) and have as much weight and feel as the companies request... so whether the steering is light or heavy not only depends on your vehicle speed and the amount of torque you request but also on what Porsche, Audi, BMW, Cadillac, etc. want it to feel like. :)
It does have paddles. The first one we drove had the buttons on the steering wheel. It was my first time with those buttons. Not sure I liked them as I'm used to paddle shifters, but maybe if I had had more time in it I would change my tune. -Emme@RoadflyTV
According to various car company engineers start/stop technology saves about 1.5% in MPG. Using electric steering, start/stop technology, newer efficient alternators, and electric fans is good for about a 3% savings. The savings definitely adds up. -Charlie@RoadflyTV
I drive a second generation Miata. I love it but I wouldn't mind upgrading to the Boxster! Lots of pics and stories about me and my car on my Facebook page /EmmeHall. -Emme@RoadflyTV
You're right we usually test cars w/more features. We like to test as many features as possible. If we get a stripped down version then we don't have the opportunity to do that. -Charlie@RoadflyTV
I agree 100%. They should always be fixed on the column if you're going to track a car. Steering wheel works fine for spirited driving through the mountains but is a big negative on the track. What the manufacturers will tell you is that if the buttons aren't where you need them then reach for the stick. I don't agree w/that though. -Charlie@RoadflyTV
It takes most fuel when the motor is just idleing so turning it off in thick traffic, red lights or stop signs saves fuel since the engine don't stand still enough to get cold.
Nice introduction video. You should talk more about the cabin quality and the optimum options to choose. Can I get away with 20" wheels without PASM? Should you choose Sport+ with PDK even if you don't care about launch control?
If you're going for the PDK, please configure the car with the Sport steering wheel, with the paddleshifts. This base steering wheel is just ridiculous...
Remember that in the high-end sports car market the manufacturers use plastic because it's light weight. There are cheaper plastics and plastic hybrids avail. what they're all going for is weight savings. Remember this is a sub-3000 lb car which is pretty incredible considering all the safety and electronics gear it has. -Charlie@RoadflyTV
why are all the paddles/buttons on the steering wheels and not the attached to the steering column?! if you in a sharp turn and your hands have changed positions, you have to look around for the buttons/paddles. what is your opinion?
Why are you not sitting in the seat? Half your back, and none of your shoulders are in contact with the car seat! I appreciate you want to be close to the wheel, but that's why the car has adjustable seats. With shoulders against the seat, arms straight out, hands can hang over the back of the top of the wheel. That's the correct driving position for a Porsche. When you push your outer hand up nicely (as you do) you rotate your thumb so it goes outside of the steering wheel. Keep it inside.
I can understand the desire to test more features, but I'm talking more specifically about the engine choice. I have only been able to find 1 review of a non-S model Boxster (a 2009 model). There's very little journalist feedback about the 2.7 L Boxster vs the 3.4 L Boxster S, despite the fact that a 2.7 can be purchased with all the features roadflytv wants for its reviews (PDK, ceramic brakes, PASM, Sport Chrono, etc). Any opinion on whether the S-model's extra 50 hp is worth $11,400?
Hi Emma, you said the start stop feature helps get this car 30mpg on the highway... i find it funny cause you don't usually stop on highways. That feature is mainly used to get you 21mpg in the city but you already knew that. Secondly, I was ready to move on cause i kept thinking it was going to be the same reviewer who reviewed the bmw 1m coupe. I'm so glad i was wrong!!! Go Emme and Ross!
Haha. Believe it or not the Boxster has a lot more storage than some think. I think it would only get a one though. The rear engine compartment offers a lot of extra storage but won't fit a laundry basket. -Charlie@RoadflyTV
Roadflytv: Why is it that I never see reviews of base model Porsches? It doesn't matter if I watch a review of a Boxster, Cayman, 911, Panamera or Cayenne; every review features an S-model (or Turbo model). Is it a marketing strategy by which Porsche only supplies expensive models with the hopes that people buy the exact car they read about, or do the review agencies simply choose the higher trim levels?
I can see how that start/stop thing might help fuel consumption in the city, but wouldn't it do nothing on the highway where you may not stop for several hours?
The Boxster S starts at 60k and the regular Boxster starts at 49k...a boxster s with a few options will be around 70+k...there are a lot of cars you can get for that kinda cash. so is it worth it??
beautiful car! I probably would have gotten this if I wanted a 2-seater. But for college I need to fit people! haha Also, with the buttons, are up-shifts and downshifts on the same button?(push vs. pull). So you only really need one had to shift up or down. Or do the buttons work just like the paddles? (right = upshift, left = downshift)
As great as an additional 1% fuel savings is, a Porsche differentiates itself from the rest of the market MAINLY because of its legendary steering feel. Why they would go to electric steering(albeit probably the best application of it) over a solid mechanical linkage is beyond me
Have you driven the older Boxster? Probably based on looks that was the impression people had but honestly they saved a bit of money by not making new doors/front end and used that money on the layout and chassis setup. Drive one, I bet you won't think its the wannabe 911. The Boxster/Cayman outhandled the 911s of the time so if anything the 911 was the car that did not succeed.
Which you're not going to be doing on the highway....it adds to city MPGs. I'm just pointing out that mistake because when the reviewer says that it seems like the reviewer has no clue what they're talking about
There is no coupe version of the Boxster. The 'coupe' is basically its whole own car, in the form of the Porsche Cayman. Boxsters are always roadsters.
They're trying to differentiate the Boxster. The 911 needs to keep the round headlights...the 1 time they diverted (996) resulted in a revolt among the purists. The 997 was barely different but is FAR more valuable, simply because they turned to more traditional 911 styling. They can get away with more with the Boxster/Cayman, since it's still finding its identity.
I know a lot of people just hate Porsche. Expensive cars are like football teams: none of us will be super athletes, so we're super critical of the guys who are. The same kinda applies to the cars we can't afford. For example, my wife thinks they're ugly. But maybe I can use that as my excuse for not owning one, lol.
i meant best looking boxter but this looks like the carrera GT anyway just the back looks different i dont really like the old sstyling for the carrera gt the back looked weird haha :L I likee the new carrera 4s model looks badass
Emme, great first test!! your so entertaining and your personality is so likable!
I think it's one button with push or pull so you can basically shift with one hand. But as far as I know you can also get the traditional shift paddles instead of the buttons if you want to.
As a 997 911 owner I have always loved the way the Boxster handles but it's chassis can handle way way more power!
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The shift paddles must be optional with the PDK. Other reviews have real paddles now instead of buttons.
Great review (as usual Emmie) and love the car. Not so crazy about the beige interior but I bet the black looks better.
Agreed, mines all black, carpet, leather seats black, less cleaning and more easy to be ignored, been using wide masking tape and just dab and press rubbish and sand, l live in Hawaii, which is what Porsche boxster was supposed be driven in, 24 7 ,top down, all year. 2006 S tipomatic, artic silver, and 1 owner, every day driver well maintained no bearing issues. 2019 fathers day, and no REGRETS and complaints, and a chicks car,?? agreed, chicks, babes ,always give me compliments and say they love it and I ain't complaining, cause l love chicks and the bikinis are getting better every single day and they love it. Aloha,and ladies ,men in Hawaii are just as HOT! kinda like Jason M looking guys everywhere every thing is pretty much Beautiful being in paradise!!
Emme Hall the best car tester
I worked for an Electric Power Steering company and the systems really do provide an extra 1-2 mpg (depending on type of vehicle) and have as much weight and feel as the companies request... so whether the steering is light or heavy not only depends on your vehicle speed and the amount of torque you request but also on what Porsche, Audi, BMW, Cadillac, etc. want it to feel like. :)
Can the start/stop be turned off? Another great review Emmy! Thanks!
yes I'm aware of the cayman/boxster difference, but thanks for clarifying for everyone else :) I just love the styling of the Cayman so much more.
It does have paddles. The first one we drove had the buttons on the steering wheel. It was my first time with those buttons. Not sure I liked them as I'm used to paddle shifters, but maybe if I had had more time in it I would change my tune.
-Emme@RoadflyTV
This, driving on a mountain pass in the falls... it gonna b awesomeee
According to various car company engineers start/stop technology saves about 1.5% in MPG. Using electric steering, start/stop technology, newer efficient alternators, and electric fans is good for about a 3% savings. The savings definitely adds up.
-Charlie@RoadflyTV
I heard somewhere it equals out where the engine stops for 7 seconds. anytime 8 seconds and on saves gas, anytime under 7 seconds uses more gas
Porsche really did a great job with this car. I think it is now as good looking as a 911.
I drive a second generation Miata. I love it but I wouldn't mind upgrading to the Boxster! Lots of pics and stories about me and my car on my Facebook page /EmmeHall.
-Emme@RoadflyTV
You're right we usually test cars w/more features. We like to test as many features as possible. If we get a stripped down version then we don't have the opportunity to do that.
-Charlie@RoadflyTV
Emme, would you prefer this Porsche to the electric Tesla Boxster you once reviewed? because both of them look great! Keep it up with the interviews!!
I agree 100%. They should always be fixed on the column if you're going to track a car. Steering wheel works fine for spirited driving through the mountains but is a big negative on the track. What the manufacturers will tell you is that if the buttons aren't where you need them then reach for the stick. I don't agree w/that though.
-Charlie@RoadflyTV
It takes most fuel when the motor is just idleing so turning it off in thick traffic, red lights or stop signs saves fuel since the engine don't stand still enough to get cold.
this is the best looking porsche to date
Very good review Miss Hall. From Calgary Canada
I miss you Emme. Cheers from a Canadian fan.
Nice introduction video. You should talk more about the cabin quality and the optimum options to choose. Can I get away with 20" wheels without PASM? Should you choose Sport+ with PDK even if you don't care about launch control?
Fifth Gear tested it in during city driving, I think it where somewhere around 10% saving on a tank. Tiffs test can be found here on youtube.
Hey, what about the Laundry Basket Rating™?
can't wait for the coupe :D
I think the main point is to save fuel in start-stop city driving, which tends to have a higher average fuel consumption.
If you're going for the PDK, please configure the car with the Sport steering wheel, with the paddleshifts. This base steering wheel is just ridiculous...
Remember that in the high-end sports car market the manufacturers use plastic because it's light weight. There are cheaper plastics and plastic hybrids avail. what they're all going for is weight savings. Remember this is a sub-3000 lb car which is pretty incredible considering all the safety and electronics gear it has.
-Charlie@RoadflyTV
why are all the paddles/buttons on the steering wheels and not the attached to the steering column?! if you in a sharp turn and your hands have changed positions, you have to look around for the buttons/paddles. what is your opinion?
Looks great, make sure you get the S!
Why are you not sitting in the seat? Half your back, and none of your shoulders are in contact with the car seat!
I appreciate you want to be close to the wheel, but that's why the car has adjustable seats.
With shoulders against the seat, arms straight out, hands can hang over the back of the top of the wheel. That's the correct driving position for a Porsche.
When you push your outer hand up nicely (as you do) you rotate your thumb so it goes outside of the steering wheel. Keep it inside.
I can understand the desire to test more features, but I'm talking more specifically about the engine choice. I have only been able to find 1 review of a non-S model Boxster (a 2009 model). There's very little journalist feedback about the 2.7 L Boxster vs the 3.4 L Boxster S, despite the fact that a 2.7 can be purchased with all the features roadflytv wants for its reviews (PDK, ceramic brakes, PASM, Sport Chrono, etc). Any opinion on whether the S-model's extra 50 hp is worth $11,400?
Have you driven one? I must admit I preferred the old boxster.
Wow, the weather was such a party pooper for testing a sports car...a convertible sports car.
sweet can't wait for the next vid! btw Emma, can you or Ross review the new 2013 Acura RDX. I would like to hear your inputs on that CUV.
Hi Emma, you said the start stop feature helps get this car 30mpg on the highway... i find it funny cause you don't usually stop on highways. That feature is mainly used to get you 21mpg in the city but you already knew that.
Secondly, I was ready to move on cause i kept thinking it was going to be the same reviewer who reviewed the bmw 1m coupe. I'm so glad i was wrong!!!
Go Emme and Ross!
Haha. Believe it or not the Boxster has a lot more storage than some think. I think it would only get a one though. The rear engine compartment offers a lot of extra storage but won't fit a laundry basket.
-Charlie@RoadflyTV
Now does that start stop function actually help use less gas. I thought that when you started a car, it requires more gas. But I don't know haha.
Roadflytv: Why is it that I never see reviews of base model Porsches? It doesn't matter if I watch a review of a Boxster, Cayman, 911, Panamera or Cayenne; every review features an S-model (or Turbo model). Is it a marketing strategy by which Porsche only supplies expensive models with the hopes that people buy the exact car they read about, or do the review agencies simply choose the higher trim levels?
I can see how that start/stop thing might help fuel consumption in the city, but wouldn't it do nothing on the highway where you may not stop for several hours?
The Boxster S starts at 60k and the regular Boxster starts at 49k...a boxster s with a few options will be around 70+k...there are a lot of cars you can get for that kinda cash. so is it worth it??
hey whats with the engine cutting on/off crap?
would that not be a pain in traffic?
MS.HALL YOU ROCK.
Great review.
beautiful car! I probably would have gotten this if I wanted a 2-seater. But for college I need to fit people! haha
Also, with the buttons, are up-shifts and downshifts on the same button?(push vs. pull). So you only really need one had to shift up or down. Or do the buttons work just like the paddles? (right = upshift, left = downshift)
As great as an additional 1% fuel savings is, a Porsche differentiates itself from the rest of the market MAINLY because of its legendary steering feel. Why they would go to electric steering(albeit probably the best application of it) over a solid mechanical linkage is beyond me
How exactly is that engine stop start technology going to improve your highway MPG? Doesn't make sense
The Boxter is really becoming more of its own car, rather than just a baby 911.
Have you driven the older Boxster? Probably based on looks that was the impression people had but honestly they saved a bit of money by not making new doors/front end and used that money on the layout and chassis setup. Drive one, I bet you won't think its the wannabe 911. The Boxster/Cayman outhandled the 911s of the time so if anything the 911 was the car that did not succeed.
Do you know, that the seats are adjustable???
3:44 LOL no back seat for me to be messing around with hahahaha
The Boxster S starts at $60,000. The normal version is the one that starts at $50,000.
What's your daily driver Emme?
just a FYI the price on the description is wrong
going to get it by the end of the week
that's so spectacular.... just like a dream
where's the brz/frs review?
May I ask, why do you think that the E in the end of porschE is silent?
Do you by any chance speak german or have any other valid reason to think so?
Its the english way to pronounce it. We germans speak it like its written with the e.
Where's Ross?
Depeche Mode soundtrack at 0:41?
:)
I'm guessing the full review didn't happen...
I love how her earrings show the g-forces of the turns.
Boobs do too!
Which you're not going to be doing on the highway....it adds to city MPGs. I'm just pointing out that mistake because when the reviewer says that it seems like the reviewer has no clue what they're talking about
I think I mite be in love with this car emme would you buy one?
Wow porche actually made a good looking car
Very stylish, but the headlights remind me of the last gen MR2.
Car looks fun
I'll keep my Z with 505 hp and 27 mpg highway
But what good can a 3 % savings do when the car itself is becoming more and more expensive ?
yes, it does.
i want iittttttt! shame it rained though :(
30mpg is still pretty bad in the uk with the prices of fuel rising to the stratosphere!
The engine cuts off when you stop
can i get a hard top for it? cant stand soft tops
There is no coupe version of the Boxster. The 'coupe' is basically its whole own car, in the form of the Porsche Cayman. Boxsters are always roadsters.
"Wooow! Look at me, I've got a super-fast kitchen..."
You Have A Point There
I test drove the non-S boxter, it felt underpowered. Also I didnt like the PDK, shifts felt too soft, well...i didnt feel anything
3:24 it's top down, 3:26 it's top up....NICE!!!!
Is it ok for me to say this boxer actually look better than the 911.
Her driving position quite honestly discredits her somewhat as a reviewer. Proper form is never to lean into your steering.
Did I notice a slight water leak on the door next to the mirror? looked like a wet streak. not good for a new car...
No laundry basket rating.... What will be the tools to convince my wife to buy one... Emme you are leaving me hanging here... ;)
I like it!
it only has 315 horse power ???? my 350z has 308 ..... this should have more power for the price they are asking
My 370z has 332. :)
WHATS THE 0-60?
Wow... For the first time I prefer a Boxster looks over a 911.
You look good in the boxster you should buy it
awesome!
why couldn't the 911 use the same shape headlights like they did here?
They're trying to differentiate the Boxster. The 911 needs to keep the round headlights...the 1 time they diverted (996) resulted in a revolt among the purists. The 997 was barely different but is FAR more valuable, simply because they turned to more traditional 911 styling. They can get away with more with the Boxster/Cayman, since it's still finding its identity.
hardtop? emme
... which plastic?
Porscheee. Reliable sports car
Hey editor, next time don't put the banner over the car AND the host
Best day you could choose to test a convertible :P
buttons to change gears...? why....
Great review but lose the shorts, Emme
start-stop doesn't increase highway mileage, blondie!
Nice review ans a great car...way to many haters I the comment section.
I know a lot of people just hate Porsche. Expensive cars are like football teams: none of us will be super athletes, so we're super critical of the guys who are. The same kinda applies to the cars we can't afford.
For example, my wife thinks they're ugly. But maybe I can use that as my excuse for not owning one, lol.
selling the house, gonna buy this. does anyone know if fannie mae has any money left to lend?
i meant best looking boxter but this looks like the carrera GT anyway just the back looks different i dont really like the old sstyling for the carrera gt the back looked weird haha :L I likee the new carrera 4s model looks badass