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2014 Porsche Boxster: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 Porsche Boxster is a carryover with no major changes. It keeps the engines, styling, technology, and structure introduced with the 2013 redesign.
About the 2014 Porsche Boxster
3rd generation (981), second model year after the 2013 redesign
Porsche positions the Boxster as a pure mid-engine roadster built to bring the driver closer to the road. Its identity is less about luxury cruising and more about balance, steering feel, open-top involvement, and the sound and response of a naturally aspirated flat-six. Against front-engine rivals, the Boxster stands out for its mid-engine layout, more serious sports-car feel, and the unusual practicality of having both front and rear cargo areas.
The base Boxster is the more approachable roadster, with a 265-hp 2.7-liter flat-six, a power soft top, and front and rear trunks. The Boxster S turns up the performance with a 315-hp 3.4-liter flat-six, larger brakes, 19-inch wheels, and Bi-Xenon headlights. Both trims have rear-wheel drive, a standard six-speed manual, sport seats, and a 7-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth hands-free calling.
2014 Porsche Boxster specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, 3.4 Liter | 6-Cyl, 2.7 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 29 mpg | 31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 315 hp | 265 hp |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft | 206 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 4.6 cu-ft | 4.6 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| HID Headlights | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Tilt Wheel | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2014 Porsche Boxster compared with the 2013 model?
No major product changes were made for 2014. The Boxster carried over the engines, transmissions, styling, safety equipment, technology, and body structure introduced by the 2013 redesign.
Was the 2014 Porsche Boxster a redesign?
No, the 2014 Boxster was not a redesign. It was the second model year of the third-generation 981 Boxster, which arrived for 2013.
What engines does the 2014 Porsche Boxster have?
The 2014 base Boxster has a 265-hp 2.7-liter flat-six, while the Boxster S has a 315-hp 3.4-liter flat-six. Both use rear-wheel drive and came with a six-speed manual or seven-speed PDK automatic transmission.
Was there a 2014 Porsche Boxster GTS?
No, the GTS was not part of the 2014 Boxster model-year lineup. It arrived for the following model year rather than as a 2014 update.
How is the 2014 Boxster S different from the base Boxster?
The Boxster S is the stronger-performance version. It has a 315-hp 3.4-liter engine instead of the base car’s 265-hp 2.7-liter engine, along with larger brakes, 19-inch wheels, and Bi-Xenon headlights.
2014 Porsche Boxster Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 Porsche Boxster.
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