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Video: Porsche Boxster S

Henry Catchpole reviews the smarter, lighter and faster new Porsche Boxster S on video

It's the new, lighter, lower, faster, more efficient Porsche Boxster. It also looks fantastic. But what's it like to drive? Henry Catchpole finds out in this video review.

 

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Specifications

Engine3436cc flat-six, petrol
Max power311bhp @ 6700rpm
Max torque265lb ft @ 4500rpm
0-605.1 secs (claimed 0-62mph)
Top speed172mph
On saleJune 2012
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