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2016 Porsche Boxster

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 Boxster.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (AM-S7)

Classified as a passenger car, the 2016 Porsche Boxster utilizes an Automatic (AM-S7) transmission to deliver EPA fuel economy ratings of 22/31/25 mpg. This model operates within a broader complaint history spanning 1997-2024, a period marked by reported issues ranging from a high of 34 complaints in 1998 to a low of 1 in 2008. Consequently, the 2016 model year occupies a defined space within this longitudinal record, meaning its reliability standing is understood through the lens of the model's historical extremes.

Model year201620152014201320122011201020092008

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 NS · NS 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 NS · NS CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeFRONT; P235/45ZR18, P265/45ZR18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8-J, 9-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0PB115499A alt 0PB115466A
Engine air filter98111013000
Spark plug99917015190
Battery992915105A alt 992915105B
Front wiper blades99162890101
Serpentine belt0PB903137A
Thermostat0PB121110A alt 0PB121688
Cabin air filter9P1819631 alt 99157237100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length172 in
Overall width70.9 in
Overall height50.4 in
Wheelbase97.6 in
Curb weight2943 lb
Track (front / rear)59.8 / 61.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)46/54

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined22 / 31 / 25 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium 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 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.00 sec — 2016 Spyder Convertible
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2016Spyder Convertible 3.8L F-64.00 sec12.20 sec375 hpRWD
2015GTS Convertible 3.4L F-64.10 sec12.60 sec330 hpRWD
2015GTS Convertible 3.4L F-64.20 sec12.80 sec330 hpRWD
2013S Convertible 3.4L F-64.10 sec12.60 sec315 hpRWD
2013S Convertible 3.4L F-64.20 sec12.70 sec315 hpRWD
2013S Convertible 3.4L F-64.20 sec12.70 sec315 hpRWD
2013S Convertible 3.4L F-64.40 sec12.90 sec315 hpRWD
2013S Convertible 3.4L F-64.40 sec13.10 sec315 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine SAE 75W in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 37.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-6-2-4-3-5.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidClutch and Hydraulics: Pentosin FFL-3
Brake FluidDOT 4
Clutch FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilSAE 75W
Differential Gear Oil CapacityClutch Actuation and Gearshifts 5.6 quarts Gear Wheel Oil and Differential Chambers 3.0 quarts.
Manual Transmission FluidPorsche part number 00004320419
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity6.3
Power Steering FluidPentosin CHF11S

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs96.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs90-96 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts9.5
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug37.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/StudsM6: 114.0 inch lbs., M32: 30.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts63.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel HubInstall a new nut and torque to 340.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel HubInstall a new nut and torque to 340.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-6-2-4-3-5

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.80-2.00 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.56-5.58 oz

Service checks

Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)68-77 ( low pressure side)

Brakes

Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.079 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.024; Rear: .709
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.047; Rear: .732
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation.0007
Maximum Rotor Runout.001
Maximum Drum DiameterParking Brake: 7.126

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9015 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
142.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 15.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 80 degrees, Step 4: Loosen all bolts completely, Step 5: 42.0 inch lbs., Step 6: 15.0 ft. lbs., Step 7: 8042 in
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
142.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 15.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 80 degrees, Step 4: Loosen all bolts completely, Step 5: 42.0 inch lbs., Step 6: 15.0 ft. lbs. Step 7: 8042 in
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
119.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 12019 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
119.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 12019 ft. lbs

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 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miAir Intake Duct (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Body Water Drains (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect)
At 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 40,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Seat Belt System (inspect)
Every 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Drive Belt (replace)
Every 80,000 miEngine Mount (inspect)
At 120,000 miDrive 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.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
423
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
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

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V533000Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control ModuleReported 17/07/2019

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2017 911 and Boxster, 2016 Cayman and Panamera vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that… Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 423 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
40/26 44072026-06-30WheelsWheel Bolt Replacement Requirement - Change from Wheel Bolts with Aluminum Washers to…
09/26 37302026-06-30Power TrainPermanent Fault Memory Entries “P1775”/“P071400”/“P184900” in Transmission Electronics…
TSTR26362026-06-29Unknown Or OtherPorsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.031
TSTR26352026-06-29Unknown Or OtherPorsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.030
20/262026-06-25EngineOverview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils (20/26)

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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Vehicles with shared specs

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

Group NS batteryEngine oil filter 0PB115499AEngine air filter 98111013000Spark plug 99917015190Battery 992915105A

Reference guides

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

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesTorque specificationsMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2016 Boxster have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 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.