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Porsche Boxster generations and tyre sizes

Boxster

986

1996 – 2002
Petrol150–185 kW (204–252 PS)Automatic / Manual
Boxster 986 (1. Facelift)

986 (1. Facelift)

2002 – 2004
Petrol168–191 kW (228–260 PS)Manual / Automatic
Boxster 987

987

2004 – 2009
Petrol176–223 kW (239–303 PS)Manual / Automatic
Boxster 987 (1. Facelift)

987 (1. Facelift)

2009 – 2012
Petrol188–235 kW (256–320 PS)Manual / Automatic
Boxster 981

981

2012 – 2016
Petrol195–276 kW (265–375 PS)Manual / Automatic
Boxster 982

982

2016 – 2025
Petrol220–368 kW (299–500 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Porsche Boxster in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Continental SportContact 7 (rated 10.0/10) and Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10). The Porsche Boxster uses 8 tyre sizes across 6 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Summer tyres for Porsche Boxster - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for Porsche Boxster

Best tyres for Porsche Boxster by category

Best for dry
Continental SportContact 7
9.3/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
9.1/10
Best for comfort
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
9.1/10
Best for noise
Hankook Ventus Evo
8.8/10
Best overall
Continental SportContact 7
10.0/10

Tyre comparison for Porsche Boxster

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental SportContact 710.08.69.37.78.0Premium57%
2Hankook Ventus Evo9.99.09.18.88.6Premium142%
3Continental Premiumcontact 79.88.98.96.76.9Premium57%
4Dunlop Blue Response TG9.8----Premium114%
5Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S9.67.78.57.07.6Premium242%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Porsche Boxster?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Porsche Boxster are: Continental SportContact 7 (10.0/10), Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Continental Premiumcontact 7 (9.8/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Porsche Boxster?
The Porsche Boxster uses the following tyre sizes: 205/55 R16, 205/50 R17, 205/55 R17, 235/40 R18, 235/35 R19, / R, 235/35 R20, 245/35 R20.
How many generations does the Porsche Boxster have?
The Porsche Boxster has 6 generations, from 1996 to 2016.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Porsche Boxster?
For wet road performance on Porsche Boxster, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Potenza Sport (9.1/10) And Hankook Ventus Evo (9.0/10).
Are Continental SportContact 7 good for Porsche Boxster?
Yes, the Continental SportContact 7 is the top-rated tyre for Porsche Boxster with a rating of 10.0/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 57% of Porsche Boxster tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Porsche Boxster?
To choose the right tyres for Porsche Boxster: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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