With acceleration from 0 to 100km/h under 5.8 seconds, and a powerful revving noise, the Porsche Boxster is a force to be reckoned with on the road, thanks to the lighter design and a more efficient engine.

However, the all-lightweight convertible Porsche Boxster is more than just about speed. It's also a fun car to have and to drive off course, in the convertible mode.

The Boxster model's convertible top is a completely redesigned concept, without the longer convertible top compartment lid, to make the vehicle lighter.

Porsche is using a special convertible top material with acoustic characteristics in the Boxster models, to reduce interior noise, compared to previous models with approximately 75 decibels to 71 decibels at 100km/h.

All-round fleece cushioning is also incorporated, which results in reduced interior noise. A further positive side-effect is the improved look, as a result of less conspicuous roof bows.

Delivering a complete new driving experience, local medias were allowed to test the power of the Porsche Boxster in a recent test drive.

Powering the massive speed of the Porsche Boxster is a 2.7-litre boxer engine with 265 hp (195 kW), a rear-wheel drive and aPDK (Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe) transmission that offers seven gears, gear changes without interruption to the power flow making for faster sprints and lower fuel consumption.

The latest generation PDK has been rigorously enhanced for performance but with fuel consumption and comfort characteristics being improved as well. The driver immediately realises that the optimised shift points are significantly ,quicker in accommodating his wishes.

The Boxster's engine has been derived from the Boxster S machine, according to the downsizing principle, and has a displacement of 2.7 litres - 0.2 litres less than its predecessor. Both the bore and stroke have been reduced.

In the standard model, increased performance, higher revs and the specific design of the combustion chamber for direct fuel injection with higher compression have resulted in a change to the light alloy pistons.

On the intake side, both engines feature variable valve lifts and variable valve timing (VarioCam Plus), with the range of adjustment increased from 40 to 50 degrees.

Moreover, the engines breathe through an especially flow-optimised and efficient air intake system.

The main reason behind the reduced breathing resistance is that air is now drawn in from both air intakes on left and right.

A pressure sensor measures the manifold intake pressure, instead of a conventional hot-film mass air flow sensor, which is located in the air flow and acts as an obstacle.

To increase efficiency, the boxer engines feature electrical system recuperation and map-controlled cooling water thermal management.

As a mid-engine sports car, the Boxster is blessed with superb agility from the cradle. The two-seater's new chassis elevates this to a level that puts even the previous Boxster's agility in the shade.

The basic geometry alone created the very best prerequisites for this: a 60 millimetres-long wheelbase for greater stability at very high speeds, a wider track on both axles for additional driving stability and agility in bends, and larger tyres for even better adhesion to the very edge of the envelope.

The interior architecture of the Boxster has been completely redesigned, but is familiar to any Porsche driver in its basic functions.

Functionality, ergonomics and comfort are the development goals that have been implemented.

The result is a sophisticated new interior design, with clean lines influenced by the Carrera GT super sports car.

In developing the new Boxster chassis, Porsche engineers have not only attached particular importance to steering dynamics and agility, but have also enhanced comfort and practicability at the same time.

For example, the standard chassis has been completely redesigned with conventional gas-filled dampers.

The front axle, with optimised lightweight McPherson spring struts, has been improved.

The new struts are more compact than those of the previous model, making them stiffer and more precise in maintaining the camber.

The new, lightweight aluminium support bearing for the strut separates the damper and additional spring force transmission, making for an even better chassis-tuning in the process.

The front axle cross members have also been designed for optimal crash strength and rigidity.

Improving the anti-dive characteristics reduces the degree to which the body front section sinks during full braking, and shortens the braking distance.

Members of the public can visit the Porsche Centre Brunei located in the Beribi Industrial Area, for a glimpse of the new, high-performance Boxster.

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