Representative photoTowing for a 2012 Porsche Boxster
Towing for the 2012 Porsche Boxster: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 10.1 to 10.9 L/100 km
- Body
- Two Seaters
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2012 Porsche Boxster for towing
- Body: two seaters (EPA size class).
2012 Porsche Boxster: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.9 L | 3.4 L | 2.9 L | 3.4 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 20 | 19 | 19 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 29 | 26 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 28 | 26 | 26 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,550 | US$3,750 | US$3,825 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,536 | $3,606 | $3,816 | $3,816 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Porsche Boxster
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11V409000 | 2011-08-05 | seat belts | PORSCHE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 911 SPEEDSTER AND 911 GTS RS 4.0; AND MODEL YEAR 2012 BOXSTER (INCLUDING S AND SPYDER); CAYMAN (INCLUDING S AND R); 911 CARRERA (INCLUDING S, GTS, 4, 4S, AND 4 GTS); 911 TARGA 4 AND TARGA 4S; AND 911 TURBO AND TURBO S MODELS MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 31, 2011, THROUGH JUNE... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Arranging the work for the Boxster
The 2012 Porsche Boxster and a tow: CarmaCars arranges a trusted shop, and never does the work itself. Once you are safe, send a request with where the car is and where it should go.
Details the shop needs
Tell the shop the year, the trim and the engine: the 2.9L 6-cylinder. The shop sets its own price and time after it sees the car. Your owner's manual lists the maintenance schedule for the Boxster. It is powered by the 2.9L 6-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive.
The steps
You agree everything with the shop before work begins. Your request goes to a person, who arranges a trusted shop or gives you its name. We pass your request to a trusted shop or give you its name.
No car? Rent one meanwhile
A rental from us keeps you moving while the shop has your car. Rent by the day while the shop has your car. Delivery covers the Toronto area, priced by distance in your offer; pickup from us is free.
Talking to the shop
Ask whether the shop will check anything related while the car is there. Keep the invoice; it is part of the car's service history. Ask how long the job should take, so you know how long to rent for.
Good habits for your car
Wash the underside of the car in winter to clear road salt. Top up the washer fluid with a winter mix in the cold months. Listen for new noises and mention them to the shop with as much detail as you can.
Ready to ask?
Start with a short request; a person replies within one business day.
Request towing
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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