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2014 Porsche Boxster

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 Boxster.

Transmission Automatic (AM-S7)

The 2014 Porsche Boxster is presented with an EPA‑rated fuel economy of 22/31/25 mpg and is equipped with the AM‑S7 seven‑speed automatic transmission. Reliability data show only two owner complaints overall, with the engine cited as the top issue area, and the model was subject to three recalls. Across the Boxster’s history from 1997 to 2024, complaint totals have varied from a peak of 34 in 1998 to a low of just one in 2008, positioning the 2014 year within a comparatively trouble‑free segment of the lineage.

Model year2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy22/31/25 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 650 CCA battery, OE oil filter 0PB115499A. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 650 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	0PB115499A alt 0PB115466A
Engine air filter	98111013000
Spark plug	99917015190
Battery	992915105B alt 992915105A
Front wiper blades	99162890101
Serpentine belt	0PB903137A
Thermostat	0PB121110A alt 0PB121688
Cabin air filter	9P1819631 alt 99157237100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (AM-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	172 in
Overall width	70.9 in
Overall height	50.4 in
Wheelbase	97.6 in
Curb weight	2976 lb
Track (front / rear)	59.8 / 61.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	46/54

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	22 / 31 / 25 mpg
Drivetrain	Rear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuel	Premium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Boxster of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.0–5.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.00 sec — 2016 Spyder Convertible

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2013	S Convertible 3.4L F-6	4.10 sec	12.60 sec	315 hp	RWD
2013	S Convertible 3.4L F-6	4.20 sec	12.70 sec	315 hp	RWD
2013	S Convertible 3.4L F-6	4.20 sec	12.70 sec	315 hp	RWD
2013	S Convertible 3.4L F-6	4.40 sec	12.90 sec	315 hp	RWD
2013	S Convertible 3.4L F-6	4.40 sec	13.10 sec	315 hp	RWD
2013	S Convertible 3.4L F-6	4.50 sec	13.00 sec	315 hp	RWD
2013	Convertible 2.7L F-6	5.60 sec	14.00 sec	265 hp	RWD
2013	Convertible 2.7L F-6	5.60 sec	14.00 sec	265 hp	RWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Differential Gear Oil	75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	1.7 qt

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	9.5 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	17.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	9.4 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	17.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Front Wheel Hub	Install a new nut and torque to 340.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub	Install a new nut and torque to 340.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-6-2-4-3-5
Cylinder Firing Order	1-5-3-6-2-4

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.92 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Standard BCI Group Number	94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	650 cca

Brakes

Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness	0.079 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement	Front: 1.024
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish	Front: 1.047
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation	Front: .0007
Maximum Rotor Runout	Front: .001

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi.

Every 10,000 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 mi	Air Intake Duct (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Body Water Drains (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect)
At 40,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 40,000 mi	Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Exhaust System Heat Shield (inspect)
Every 60,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Drive Belt (replace)
Every 80,000 mi	Engine Mount (inspect)
At 120,000 mi	Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2014 model recorded 2 complaints and 3 recalls, placing its complaint volume below the 2013 level of 10 complaints and comparable to the 2012 figure of 1 complaint. Recalls in 2014 are modest, matching the 2013 count of 1 recall but lower than the 2015 count of 2 recalls, and the overall trend shows a decline in reported issues toward the end of the generation. The 2014 year also lists Engine and Air Bags,Structure as the sole top complaint categories, each with a single entry, and no crash or fire complaints were logged. Compared with the immediate surrounding years, the 2014 figures sit at the low end of the complaint and recall arc that began to taper after 2012. Consequently, from a regulatory‑record perspective the 2014 Boxster appears to be a low‑risk year to purchase, though a thorough mechanical inspection is advisable.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

294

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’97 ’98 ’99 ’00 ’01 ’02 ’03 ’04 ’05 ’06 ’07 ’08 ’09 ’10 ’11 ’12 ’13’14’15 ’16 ’17 ’24

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.

Engine1

Air Bags,Structure1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

13V502000Electrical SystemReported 17/10/2013

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014 Boxster, Boxster S, Cayman, Cayman S and 911 Carrera (S, Cabriolet, S Cabriolet, 4, 4S, 4 Cabriolet, 4s Cabriolet) vehicles manufactured… Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2013. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-770-290-3500…

14V698000Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:LatchReported 04/11/2014

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman vehicles manufactured May 7, 2014, to September 23, 2014. The front hood upper lock components were… Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock on the front hood, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 294 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
No. D729	2025-07-30	Electrical System	Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the display and controls. The list of…
No. D728	2025-07-22	Electrical System	Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the high-voltage connector (PAC915161)…
No. D727	2025-07-18	Engine	Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the part numbers below. The vehicles…
No. D726	2025-07-15	Unknown Or Other	Parts information for parts withdrawal involving part number 9A7317801D. The vehicles…
No. D725	2025-07-10	Engine	Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the high pressure injector (0PB128615C)

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Build data

Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.

Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 94R battery Engine oil filter 0PB115499A Engine air filter 98111013000 Spark plug 99917015190 Battery 992915105B

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2014 Boxster have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Boxster get?

EPA figures are 22 city / 31 highway / 25 combined mpg.