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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.

 

Full feature in evo 169, on sale now (and here!)

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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