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Used Porsche Boxster / Cayman: the years to buy and the years to skip

Every Porsche Boxster / Cayman from 2013 to 2016: what each year typically sells for (about $41,000 to $48,500), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2013–2016.

2013–2016 Porsche Boxster / Cayman

A mid-engine roadster and coupe prized for its superb balance and sweet, naturally aspirated engines.

Years to target: 2013–2016. It has one of the most dependable records of any used car.

$41,000–$48,500typical asking price, target years
24 mpgcombined, EPA
2 seatsfront or rear drive
Porsche Boxster / Cayman 2013 to 2016 by model year
YearTypical priceVerdictCrash ratingTypical miles
2013$41,000TargetNot rated~110,000
2014$44,000TargetNot rated~100,000
2015$47,000TargetNot rated~95,000
2016$48,500TargetNot rated~85,000

Worth knowing

  • Prices have climbed because enthusiasts prize these last six-cylinder base models. Budget for Porsche-level service costs.
  • Budget for higher running costs: summer performance tires cost about $700 to $1,200 a set and wear quickly, and brakes cost more than on a regular car.
  • It requires premium fuel.

The trim we'd park in our garage

Look for the S version: its 3.4-liter flat-six adds notable power over the base 2.7. Options like adaptive suspension and Sport Chrono vary widely, so check the build sheet.

On the test drive

Pay for a pre-purchase inspection at a Porsche specialist. Pay for an inspection at an independent shop that specializes in the brand.

Safety tech

  • Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
  • Adaptive cruise control: not offered in this generation.
  • Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.

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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.