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{{Infobox car
 
{{Infobox car
 
|name = Boxster Spyder
 
|name = Boxster Spyder
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|origin = Germany
 
|origin = Germany
 
|models = 1
 
|models = 1
|production = 2005–2011
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|production = 2010-2012
|engine = 3.4L
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|engine = 3.4L Flat-Six
 
|bhp = 316
 
|bhp = 316
 
|bhp2 = 7,200
 
|bhp2 = 7,200
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|torque2 = 4,750
 
|torque2 = 4,750
 
|drivetrain = R
 
|drivetrain = R
|accel = 4.9
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|accel = 4.2
|weight = 3,130
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|weight = 1,275
|weight2 = 1,420
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|weight2 = 2,811
 
|top speed = 166
 
|top speed = 166
 
|top speed2 = 232
 
|top speed2 = 232
|transmission = 6
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|transmission = 7
|transmission2 = Manual}}The '''Porsche Boxster Spyder''' is an open-top, mid-engined sports car. It's the lightest current Porsche on the market due to its weight of only 2.800 lbs. Luxury equipment such as air conditioning and a radio are not included as standard equipment but can be ordered.
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|transmission2 = Semi-Automatic}}The '''Porsche Boxster Spyder''' is an open-top, mid-engined sports car. It's the lightest current Porsche on the market due to its weight of only 2,811 lbs. Luxury equipment such as air conditioning and a radio are not included as standard equipment but can be ordered.
   
 
A lowered suspension, PDK clutch and optional ceramic brakes help enforce the car to outperform many other sports cars with more horsepower. In Willow Springs the Boxster Spyder ran a faster lap than the [[Chevrolet_Corvette#C6_Grand_Sport_Convertible|Chevrolet Corvette C6 Grand Sport]] and [[Porsche_911_Carrera#997|Porsche 997 Carrera]].
 
A lowered suspension, PDK clutch and optional ceramic brakes help enforce the car to outperform many other sports cars with more horsepower. In Willow Springs the Boxster Spyder ran a faster lap than the [[Chevrolet_Corvette#C6_Grand_Sport_Convertible|Chevrolet Corvette C6 Grand Sport]] and [[Porsche_911_Carrera#997|Porsche 997 Carrera]].
   
Design-wise the Boxster Spyder looks quite alike to the Porsche 550 Spyder. While the name Spyder is a reference to the 550, the car also has a similar shape.
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Design-wise the Boxster Spyder looks quite alike to the [[Porsche 550 Spyder]]. While the name Spyder is a reference to the 550, the car also has a similar shape.
   
 
==Need for Speed: World==
 
==Need for Speed: World==
The Boxster Spyder was added to the [[Need for Speed: World]] car dealer released on May 7th, 2012 as a Tier 2 vehicle alongside the [[Lotus Elise]] and the [[Porsche Cayman S]]. The Boxster has better handling and the most torque of all the Tier 2 cars.
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The Boxster Spyder was added into [[Need for Speed: World]]'s car dealership on May 7th, 2012 as a Tier 2 vehicle, making it the first open-top car to be released for the game.
   
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It is capable of reaching 189 mph (305 kmh) top speed without nitrous. The Boxster Spyder also has a precise handling, thanks to its low weight and has a seven gears transmission.
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However, the car automatically shifts into seventh gear after reaching approximately 143 mph (230 kmh). This can drastically reduce its acceleration. Also, the car has a weak nitrous boost, which is similar to that seen from the [[Lotus Exige|Lotus Exige Cup 260]].
 
==Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit (2010)==
 
==Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit (2010)==
The Boxster Spyder is a great car for both beginners and experienced racers for any race or pursuit event in [[Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit (2010)]].
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The Boxster Spyder appears as a Sports classed vehicle and is already unlocked at the beginning of [[Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit (2010)|Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit]].
   
It doesn't take corners slowly like the [[Dodge Charger#Charger_SRT-8|Dodge Charger SRT-8]] and accelerates faster than the [[Mazda_RX-8#RX-8_.282009_-_2012.29|Mazda RX-8]].
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It doesn't take corners slowly like the [[Dodge Charger#Charger_SRT-8|Dodge Charger SRT-8]] and accelerates faster than the [[Mazda_RX-8#RX-8_.282009_-_2012.29|Mazda RX-8]]. The Spyder is possibly the best performing car in the Sports class along with the [[BMW Z4 sDrive35is]] and [[Subaru Impreza WRX STI|WRX STI]].
 
It is possibly the best performing car in the Sports class along with the [[BMW Z4 sDrive35is]] and [[Subaru Impreza WRX STI|WRX STI]].
 
   
 
==Stats==
 
==Stats==
 
{{Template:Infobox car stats (one model)
 
{{Template:Infobox car stats (one model)
 
|game = World<br />Hot Pursuit (2010)
 
|game = World<br />Hot Pursuit (2010)
|class/tier = Tier 2<br />Sport
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|class/tier = Tier 2<br />Sports
|cost = 2,400SB<br />$65,000
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|cost = 2,400SB<br />-
|rating = -
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|rating = 495-473-449<br /> -
|unlock = Unrestricted<br />Avaliable from start}}
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|unlock = Unrestricted}}
 
{{Clear}}
 
{{Clear}}
 
{{Need for Speed - World Vehicles}}
 
{{Need for Speed - World Vehicles}}
 
{{Need for Speed - Hot Pursuit (2010) Vehicles}}
 
{{Need for Speed - Hot Pursuit (2010) Vehicles}}
[[Category:Cars in Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit (2010)]]
 
 
[[Category:Cars]]
 
[[Category:Cars]]
 
[[Category:Porsche]]
 
[[Category:Porsche]]
 
[[Category:Cars in Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit (2010)]]
 
[[Category:Cars in Need for Speed: World]]
 
[[Category:Cars in Need for Speed: World]]
 
[[Category:300-400 Horsepower Cars]]
 
[[Category:300-400 Horsepower Cars]]
 
[[Category:Roadsters]]
 
[[Category:Roadsters]]
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[[Category:RWD Cars]]

Revision as of 14:55, 11 May 2012

Template:Infobox carThe Porsche Boxster Spyder is an open-top, mid-engined sports car. It's the lightest current Porsche on the market due to its weight of only 2,811 lbs. Luxury equipment such as air conditioning and a radio are not included as standard equipment but can be ordered.

A lowered suspension, PDK clutch and optional ceramic brakes help enforce the car to outperform many other sports cars with more horsepower. In Willow Springs the Boxster Spyder ran a faster lap than the Chevrolet Corvette C6 Grand Sport and Porsche 997 Carrera.

Design-wise the Boxster Spyder looks quite alike to the Porsche 550 Spyder. While the name Spyder is a reference to the 550, the car also has a similar shape.

Need for Speed: World

The Boxster Spyder was added into Need for Speed: World's car dealership on May 7th, 2012 as a Tier 2 vehicle, making it the first open-top car to be released for the game.

It is capable of reaching 189 mph (305 kmh) top speed without nitrous. The Boxster Spyder also has a precise handling, thanks to its low weight and has a seven gears transmission.

However, the car automatically shifts into seventh gear after reaching approximately 143 mph (230 kmh). This can drastically reduce its acceleration. Also, the car has a weak nitrous boost, which is similar to that seen from the Lotus Exige Cup 260.

Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit (2010)

The Boxster Spyder appears as a Sports classed vehicle and is already unlocked at the beginning of Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit.

It doesn't take corners slowly like the Dodge Charger SRT-8 and accelerates faster than the Mazda RX-8. The Spyder is possibly the best performing car in the Sports class along with the BMW Z4 sDrive35is and WRX STI.

Stats

Template:Infobox car stats (one model)