05 Nov 09 10:02
Porsche will be unveiling a 'purists' Boxster roadster at the Los Angeles Motor Show in December.
The Boxster Spyder is inspired by road-going sports and racing cars throughout the history of Porsche, ranging from the legendary 550 Spyder of the 1950s to the RS Spyder Le Mans Prototype racecar.
Weighing 1,275kg, the Boxster Spyder is the lightest model in the Porsche line-up. It is the third version in the Boxster range, joining the Boxster and Boxster S, but weighs 80kg less than the Boxster.
Under the bonnet is a tuned version of the 3.4-litre flat six 'boxer' engine with Direct Fuel Injection, which is located ahead of the rear axle. Maximum output is 320bhp, 10bhp more than in the Boxster S.
It also includes Porsche's dual clutch (PDK) transmission and the Sports Chrono Packag. Using Launch Control, it accelerates from a standstill to 62mph in 4.8 seconds and with the optional PDK, fuel consumption is a 30.4mpg. Top speed, in turn, is 166mph - with the roof removed.
The Porsche Boxster Spyder will be launched in February 2010, and will be priced from £44,643 in the UK.
