Episode 373 - Porsche 718 Boxster S PDK

Date of broadcast: 09 November 2016

Engine: Flat four-cylinder, 2 497 cc, turbo
Power: 257 kW @ 6 500 rpm
Torque: 420 Nm @ 1 900 – 4 500 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio: 181,95 kW/ton
Gearbox: Seven-speed PDK dual-clutch, RWD
Wheels/tyres: 20-inch alloy (f/r)
235/35 R20 (f), 265/35 R20 (r)

0-100 km/h: 4,2 sec (Sport + mode)
Top speed: 285 km/h
Fuel tank capacity: 64 litres
Fuel consumption (claimed): 8,1 litres/100 km
Operating range (claimed/tested): 790 km
CO2 emissions: 167 g/km

Pros: Finely balanced, engaging combination of urge and agility.
Cons: Engine sounds gruff at idle – but revs with glee.

Retail price: R997 000
Prices as tested: R1 057 290

Prices correct on date of broadcast.