🇩🇪 Deutsch
Porsche · Convertible / Roadster · 2016–2025

Porsche 718 Boxster 982

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.4 / 5.0 · Based on 5 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

420 PS

4.0L Benzin

Redemption has arrived

Legendary!
Most Reliable Engine

420 PS

4.0L Benzin

8 weaknesses

Good Choice

Engine Overview

The Porsche 718 Boxster 982 is available with 6 engine variants — from 299 to 420 hp.

2.0L Turbo · Benziner· 300 PS
2016 2021
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
GTS · Benziner· 366 PS
2017 2020
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
GTS 4.0 · Benziner· 400 PS
2020 2025
Good Choice 8 weaknesses
S · Benziner· 350 PS
2016 2025
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
Spyder · Benziner· 420 PS
2019 2025
Good Choice 8 weaknesses
T · Benziner· 300 PS
2020 2025
Be Careful 6 weaknesses

The Porsche 2.0L Turbo (Benziner, 300 PS) has the MDD.PB (2.0L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Porsche GTS (Benziner, 366 PS) has the MA2.22 (2.5L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Porsche GTS 4.0 (Benziner, 400 PS) has the DKDA (4.0L) — rated: "Good Choice", 8 known weaknesses.

The Porsche S (Benziner, 350 PS) has the MDD.NC (2.5L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Porsche Spyder (Benziner, 420 PS) has the DKDA (4.0L) — rated: "Good Choice", 8 known weaknesses.

The Porsche T (Benziner, 300 PS) has the DDPB (2.0L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

NHTSA Owner Complaints
Above Average
4 complaints · 2016–2025
Wipers & Visibility
2
Lighting
1
Seat Belts
1
Wheels
1
Brakes
1 ⚠ 1

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Wipers & Visibility (2 complaints)
⚠ Lighting (1 complaints)
⚠ Seat Belts (1 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

Alternatives

Same Segment

Mercedes-Benz SL R232

Cabrio/Roadster (2021–2025)

Same Segment

BMW Z4 G29

Cabrio/Roadster (2019–2026)

Same Segment

Mercedes-Benz SLC R172

Cabrio/Roadster (2016–2020)

Same Segment

Mazda MX-5 ND

Cabrio/Roadster (2015–2026)

Same Segment

MINI MINI F57

Cabrio/Roadster (2015–2023)

Same Segment

MINI MINI Cabriolet F57

Cabrio/Roadster (2015–2023)

Known Problems and Issues

A total of 32 weaknesses have been documented for the Porsche 718 Boxster 982 (2016–2025). Considered reliable: DKDA (4.0L).

718 Boxster (MDD.PB, 2016–2021) — Be Careful: Water pump vacuum seal failed, Turbo actuator blocked by dirt, Coolant expansion tank cracks. Power: 300 PS.

718 Boxster (MDD.NC, 2016–2025) — Be Careful: Wastegate actuator seizes / turbo failure, Spark plugs seize in aluminium heads, Cooling system switching valves failed. Power: 350 PS.

718 Boxster (MA2.22, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: High-pressure fuel pump failure, Wastegate actuator seizes, Spark plugs seize in aluminium heads. Power: 366 PS.

718 Boxster (DDPB, 2020–2025) — Be Careful: Spark plugs seize in aluminium heads, Water pump vacuum seal failed, Timing chain tensioner wears out (EA888). Power: 300 PS.

What to watch out for with the Porsche 718 Boxster? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Porsche 718 Boxster 982 have? +
The Porsche 718 Boxster 982 has 32 known engine weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Porsche 718 Boxster 982? +
faq.watch_a_solid
Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: DKDA (4.0L). The most reliable engine is the DKDA (4.0L) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the DKDA (4.0L).
Which Porsche 718 Boxster 982 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Porsche 718 Boxster 982. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 8 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Porsche 718 Boxster 982 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Porsche 718 Boxster 982 — rated: "Legendary!". {description} Open GTS 4.0 with manual gearbox — the 4.0-litre naturally aspirated engine directly behind your head, sun overhead, and a shorter final drive than in the Spyder that actually gives you work to do on country roads. The rev limit is reached at lower speeds, you shift more often, enjoy the naturally aspirated sound in a usable window. In the Spyder you'd be well into illegal territory at the same revs. The redemption for country road enthusiasts — and sonically mesmerising with the roof down.
Is the Porsche 718 Boxster 982 worth buying used? +
The Porsche 718 Boxster 982 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 5 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Porsche 718 Boxster 982? +
The Porsche 718 Boxster 982 is available with engine variants from 299 to 420 hp. Petrol: MDD.PB (2.0L Turbo), DDPB (2.0L Turbo), MDD.NC (2.5L Turbo), MA2.22 (2.5L Turbo), DKDA (4.0L).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee