Porsche Boxster vs Volvo C70
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2013 Volvo C70
Overview
| Spec | Porsche BoxsterBase | Volvo C70T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | T5 |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2013 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Porsche BoxsterBase | Volvo C70T5 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $52,100 | $41,200 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $16,719 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $16,719 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $16,719 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Porsche BoxsterBase | Volvo C70T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.9 gal (best) | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Porsche BoxsterBase | Volvo C70T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 265 hp (best) | 227 hp |
| Torque | 206 lb-ft | 236 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.7 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | flat 6 | I5 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Porsche BoxsterBase | Volvo C70T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 4.6 cu ft | 12.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,888 lbs (best) | 3,837 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in | 103.9 in (best) |
| Length | 172.2 in | 180.4 in (best) |
| Width | 70.9 in | 72.3 in (best) |
| Height | 50.5 in | 55.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Porsche BoxsterBase | Volvo C70T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Porsche Boxster | Volvo C70 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $52,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 $41,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S $63,900 MSRP | — |
| 3 | GTS $74,600 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Spyder $82,100 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
Porsche Boxster vs Volvo C70 FAQ
- Which is better: 2016 Porsche Boxster or 2013 Volvo C70?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Porsche Boxster vs 2013 Volvo C70 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2016 Porsche Boxster or 2013 Volvo C70?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2013 Volvo C70 starts lower at $41,200. Live Porsche Boxster listings start at $16,719.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 Porsche Boxster or 2013 Volvo C70?
- The 2013 Volvo C70 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (41,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Porsche Boxster or 2013 Volvo C70?
- The 2016 Porsche Boxster leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2016 Porsche Boxster or 2013 Volvo C70?
- The 2016 Porsche Boxster leads on horsepower in this comparison (375).
- Which has better seats: 2016 Porsche Boxster or 2013 Volvo C70?
- The 2013 Volvo C70 leads on seats in this comparison (4).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2016 Porsche Boxster or 2013 Volvo C70?
- The 2013 Volvo C70 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).