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2021 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2022 BMW 8-Series

The Porsche 718 Boxster 2021 holds the top spot in most online rankings, mainly due to its exceptional performance and chic, cozy interior. It navigates turns and bends smoothly and accelerates sharply, ensuring a dynamic ride. To see what other features this luxury sports car has to offer, check out our comparison article where we compare it with the BMW 8 Series from 2022.

Design & Style

The Porsche 718 Boxster can accommodate up to two people in standard sports seats with good backrest and cozy upholstery. The seats are just as comfortable, making them ideal for farther distances and vigorous cornering. The interior of the Boxster meets high expectations thanks to a luxurious cockpit-style cabin that corresponds to the demands of the luxury class. Its interior is well designed and looks solid and feels very luxurious.

The BMW 8-Series features an elegant interior that is well-designed with cushy seats and user-friendly tech controls. Its rear row has supportive but cramped seats whereas its cargo space is abundant. The car seats five people across two rows that come with adequate leg and headroom. Its seats are comfy but are best left to jus support four people in total.

Technology & Safety

The 718 Boxster is loaded with a number of tech features including a pair of USB ports, Bluetooth, 8 speakers, Apple CarPlay, satellite radio, and a 7-inch display with touchscreen. Safety features of the car include a rearview camera, adaptive headlamps, and both front and rear parking sensors.

The BMW 8-Series features several technological devices such as USB ports, Bluetooth, 16 speakers, satellite radio, navigation, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, head-up display, 12.3 inch screen, and 10.2 inch screen. For safety, the car offers automatic high beams, head-up display, pivoting headlamps, attentiveness monitor, auto emergency brakes, collision warning, and a rearview camera.

Performance

The Porsche Boxster is able to produce 300 hp and 280 lbft of torque delivered by a standard turbo engine. Its gas mileage can fetch 21 mpg / 27 mpg for city / highway travels.

The BMW 8-Series can deliver 335 hp from a 3L turbo inline-six engine with a fuel economy rating of 23 mpg and 30 mpg for city and highway.

The Bottom Line

The 718 Boxster combines optimal comfort and luxurious interior style, while maintaining excellent handling and strong performance to ensure maximum driving pleasure. It easily outperforms its rival BMW 8-series in all its features, as well as offering a low base retail price for maximum value.

Ready to Schedule a 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster Test Drive Today?

If you are in the market for a new 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster, head over to our showroom. At Porsche Huntington, we strive to provide every customer with a hassle-free and swift buying experience that is unlike any other. We pride ourselves on exclusivity, technology, and the finest workmanship for a pleasant ride every time. Schedule a test drive appointment or simply walk in to our dealership at Porsche Huntington today.

 

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