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PORSCHE 718 Boxster
982 / 2018-2021 / Convertible / Convertible Roadster
Global (Europe, North America, Asia, Australia)Global with some regional engine tuning differencesCoverage: expanded
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2018 PORSCHE 718 Boxster MA1.20/MA1.21 (982)
982 / MA1.20, MA1.21, MA1.23 / Mid-mounted 2.0L and 2.5L turbocharged flat-4 engines available depending on market and trim
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Oil type: Mobil 1 0W-40 or Porsche-approved synthetic oilOil capacity: Approx. 7.5 liters (including filter); service-fill with filter changeRelated: MA1.20 (2.0L), MA1.21 (2.5L), MA1.23 (GTS 2.5L)
2021 PORSCHE 718 Boxster MA1.20 (2.0L turbo flat-4)/MA1.30 (2.5L turbo flat-4) (982)
982 / MA1.20 (2.0L turbo flat-4), MA1.30 (2.5L turbo flat-4) / Turbocharged flat-4 boxer engines; the 2.0L for base models and 2.5L for S variants, varying slightly by market emissions rules.
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Oil type: Fully synthetic 0W-40 or 5W-40 Porsche approved oilOil capacity: Approximately 7.5 liters including filter; service-fill capacity, filter change recommended every oil serviceRelated: 982 (chassis), MA1.20, MA1.30
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | technical-profile | MA1.20, MA1.21, MA1.23 | 1991 cc (2.0L) / 2480 cc (2.5L) | Direct fuel injection turbocharged flat-4 |
| 2021 | technical-profile | MA1.20 (2.0L turbo flat-4), MA1.30 (2.5L turbo flat-4) | 1991 cc (2.0L) or 2480 cc (2.5L) | Direct fuel injection with turbocharging |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | MA1.20, MA1.21, MA1.23 | Mobil 1 0W-40 or Porsche-approved synthetic oil | Approx. 7.5 liters (including filter); service-fill with filter change | Porsche recommended dual-clutch transmission fluid (PDK) |
| 2021 | MA1.20 (2.0L turbo flat-4), MA1.30 (2.5L turbo flat-4) | Fully synthetic 0W-40 or 5W-40 Porsche approved oil | Approximately 7.5 liters including filter; service-fill capacity, filter change recommended every oil service | Porsche-approved transmission fluid specific to PDK or manual |
Technical specifications
- Engines: MA1.20, MA1.21, MA1.23, MA1.20 (2.0L turbo flat-4), MA1.30 (2.5L turbo flat-4)
- Transmissions: 6-speed manual (available on most markets), 7-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic, Porsche recommended dual-clutch transmission fluid (PDK), 6-speed manual gearbox available, Porsche-approved transmission fluid specific to PDK or manual
- Tire sizes: Front: 235/40 R19, Rear: 265/40 R19, 235/40ZR19 front, 265/40ZR19 rear
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: Mobil 1 0W-40 or Porsche-approved synthetic oil / Fully synthetic 0W-40 or 5W-40 Porsche approved oil
- Transmission fluid: Porsche recommended dual-clutch transmission fluid (PDK) / Porsche-approved transmission fluid specific to PDK or manual
- Coolant: 10 liters approx. / Approx. 9 liters
- Brake fluid: DOT 4 brake fluid / DOT 4, changed every 2 years
Known problems
- PCV valve issues causing rough idling (early models)
- Turbocharger wastegate rattle in some units
- Typical turbocharger wear under high mileage
- Coolant expansion tank cracking reported in some regions