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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 2 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sports |
| Base Price | $59,312–$78,963 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster is a sports that earns a Carivo score of 8.0/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 9.4/10, while Value at 6.9/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 8.0/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 7.5/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 9.4/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining sportss to actually drive. On technology it rates 8.5/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $59,312–$78,963, 20 MPG, seating 2, the Porsche 718 Boxster sits in the premium tier of the sports category. The value score of 6.9/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 6 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on value if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good sports should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster ranks #68 of 316 sportss in the Carivo database — better than 79% of the segment. Its 8.0/10 overall score is 0.3 points above the segment average of 7.7/10. Its $59,312 starting price is about 29% above the segment's median of $46,090.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sports ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster scores 7.7/10 — within striking distance of the 2020's 8.0 — and starts roughly $6,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8.2/10 | $69,422 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 8.1/10 | $67,400 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.1/10 | $65,378 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.0/10 | $63,356 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.9/10 | $61,334 | Read review → |
| 2020 (this review) | 8.0/10 | $59,312 | |
| 2019 | 7.8/10 | $57,290 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.8/10 | $55,268 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.7/10 | $53,246 | Read review → |
We rate the 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster's reliability 8.0/10 — one of the stronger records in its class.
It scores 8.0/10 overall, ranking #68 of 316 sportss in our database (better than 79% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster starts at $59,312 and ranges up to $78,963 across trims (MSRP when new). At 20 MPG, expect roughly $2,625/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Explore the full lineup of Porsche models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.