Porsche Readies New Low Cost Entry Level Roadster Code Named "718"

The Porsche Boxster is getting ready to receive a smaller brother, which will be significantly cheaper, lighter and less powerful. The announcement hasn’t been made official just yet, but according to a recent report published by the French automotive media, the model in question might be named the 718, just like the iconic racing car made between 1957 and 1962. In order to keep its price down, the upcoming Porsche 718 will adopt the same platform as the roadster but it will drop some weight off it.
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MattDarringer - 5/27/2014 4:40:18 PM

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Too bad this isn't a Porsche "BRZ", but I suppose a mid-engined VW with a Porsche badge will have to do. Price it at $35K to begin with and it will be a winner. I'd have made up a name like 922. If you know about the 718 at all, your knowledge of Porsche is to say the least esoteric.

Gennissen - 5/28/2014 2:25:17 AM

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Possibly similar to a Mini Superlaggera in size?

MattDarringer - 5/27/2014 7:15:41 PM

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You are no doubt correct, sir!

t_bone - 5/27/2014 10:52:57 PM

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So far, so good. Hope it materializes.

skytop - 5/31/2014 7:26:27 PM

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Low cost? Is that like cheap luxury?
The entry price of a Porsche is meaningless. One you add the needed options, Porsche has reached into your pockets and picked you clean.