CAR-US-EXLUSIVE: Porche Boxter S 2009

Rabu, 19 November 2008

Porche Boxter S 2009

295hp @ 6,250 rpm
0-60 mph: 5.1 s
Top Track Speed: 169 mph
MSRP $ 55,700.00

The Concept

The design concept of Porche Boxter S 2009 that was shown at Detroit was a direct expression of the original mid-engine Porsche roadster, the legendary 550 Spyder. In the mid-1950s, the Porsche 550 practically rewrote the rules of high performance, becoming one of the most successful racing cars of its time.

Axle Concept

The Porche Boxster chassis is designed with a wide track that minimizes pitch and roll. Its evolution is traced by improvements in axle kinematics as well as new developments on the rear-axle subframe.

Wheels

The evolution of the Porche Boxster even extends to the design of its wheels. Progressively larger contact patches between rubber and road ensure a better grip and improved ride comfort. The Proche Boxster’s 17-inch wheel features a distinctive and aerodynamically engineered fivespoke design. On the Porche Boxster S, the diameter is increased to a generous 18 inches. All wheels come with anti-theft protection.

Steering

The skillful integration of chassis and steering has always made the Boxster the epitome of point-andshoot driving.

PSM

While it cannot overcome the laws of physics, PSM can provide additional control in difficult driving scenarios. Here’s how it works: When the Boxster is in motion, PSM monitors the car’s direction, speed, yaw velocity (speed of rotation around the vertical axis) and lateral acceleration.

Anti-theft Protection

An intelligent alarm system that couples exterior monitoring with radar-based interior surveillance protects your Boxster against break-in or theft. The alarm is enabled whenever the doors are locked using the Boxster’s key remote. The interior radar does not engage if the convertible top is lowered.

Airbags

Driver and passenger airbags

Thorax Airbags

Head Airbags

Sophisticated airbag safety comes standard on both Boxster models. Two full-size Advanced Airbags in front offer optimum upper-body protection, even with the top down. A weight sensor in the passenger seat automatically switches this airbag off when the seat is unoccupied or fitted with a child seat.

Lighting System

The optional Bi-Xenon lighting system gives the Boxster vision at night that’s as purposeful as the car itself. In low-beam mode, the system offers wider, brighter and more consistent illumination than that of conventional headlamps. Xenon’s brilliant blue-white light is virtually identical to the wavelength of daylight, which offers a greater depth of color and helps reduce eye strain.

Exterior

Interior

Dashboard with Steering Wheel

Soft Ruffled Leather Soft

Instrument Cluster Boxter S

Steering Wheel in Sycamore (Tequipment)

Tiptronic S Control on Steering Wheel

Cupholder

Glove Compartment with CD Storage

Storage Compartment in Rear Center Console

Porche Communication Management

PCM

Audio System

Bose® Surround Sound System

A system of 11 loudspeakers—including an active subwoofer with an additional 100 watts of power—provides a panoramic soundstage for both seat positions. Driver and passenger enjoy balanced stereo with lifelike sound reproduction

Seats