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2012 Porsche Boxster MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Porsche Boxster is a two-seater offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (20 city / 29 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 21 to 23 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2011 model. Among 26 two-seaters rated for 2012, it ranks 11th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,576 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 20 MPG city · 29 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,576 15,000 mi/yr · $17.17 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #11 of 26 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Porsche Boxster's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2912.38.1
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 2012 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1Honda CR-Z36 MPG $1,292
  2. 2smart fortwo36 MPG $1,646
  3. 3MINI Cooper32 MPG $1,852
  4. 4MINI Roadster30 MPG $1,975
  5. 5MINI John Cooper Works28 MPG $2,116
  6. 11Porsche Boxster23 MPG $2,576
  7. 26Bugatti Veyron10 MPG $5,925
2012 BoxsterOther two-seatersClass median: $2,992/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Boxster MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.9L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic
Boxster		 Gas 20 MPG 29 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
RWD · 3.4L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic
Boxster S		 Gas 20 MPG 29 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
RWD · 2.9L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Boxster		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 3.4L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Boxster Spyder		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 3.4L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Boxster S		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.9L 6-cyl
Transmission
7-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
386 g/mi

2012 Porsche Boxster vs. rivals

vs Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 26 MPG · $2,279/yr SLK-Class saves $297/yr vs Audi TT Roadster 26 MPG · $2,279/yr TT Roadster saves $297/yr vs BMW Z4 27 MPG · $2,194/yr Z4 saves $382/yr vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 17 MPG · $3,485/yr Boxster saves $909/yr vs Porsche Cayman 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Same fuel cost vs Audi R8 16 MPG · $3,703/yr Boxster saves $1,127/yr vs Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG 16 MPG · $3,703/yr Boxster saves $1,127/yr vs Audi R8 Spyder 16 MPG · $3,703/yr Boxster saves $1,127/yr vs Lexus LFA 13 MPG · $4,558/yr Boxster saves $1,982/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Porsche Boxster?

Up to 23 MPG combined (20 city / 29 highway); ratings range from 21 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 Porsche Boxster use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Porsche Boxster?

The 2012 Porsche Boxster's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Porsche Boxster per year?

About $2,576 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.17 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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