Model year guide

2010 Porsche Boxster

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Porsche Boxster is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.

2010 Porsche Boxster — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2010 Porsche Boxster at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints2
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$27,121

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2010 Porsche Boxster recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2010 Porsche Boxster.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2010 Porsche Boxster common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2010 Porsche Boxster MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,300

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2010 Porsche Boxster worth?

Low
$17,900
Typical price
$27,121
High
$31,250

From 7 comparable 2010 Porsche Boxster listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Porsche Boxster costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$11,800
Total$28,300
Per mile$0.38

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($27,121) with the same model 5 model-years older ($15,302), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Porsche Boxster trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
2.9L 6-cyl 255 hp

2010 Porsche Boxster vehicles on record

Other Porsche Boxster model years

2010 Porsche Boxster — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Porsche Boxster have any safety recalls?

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2010 Porsche Boxster.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Porsche Boxster?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train.

What gas mileage does the 2010 Porsche Boxster get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Porsche Boxster at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 28 highway).

How much is a 2010 Porsche Boxster worth?

Comparable 2010 Porsche Boxster listings run roughly $17,900–$31,250, typically around $27,121 (from 7 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.