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Aston Martin Vantage vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (665 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (169,700 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin Vantage or Porsche Boxster?

Aston Martin Vantage vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

Aston Martin Vantage

  • visibly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space

Porsche Boxster

  • markedly cheaper
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Vantage

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Porsche Boxster is markedly cheaper – starting at 136,000 £ , while the Aston Martin Vantage costs 169,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,686 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Aston Martin Vantage uses 12.1 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Boxster

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin Vantage offers visibly more power – delivering 665 HP compared to 500 HP. That’s roughly 165 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Boxster is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Aston Martin Vantage takes 3.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Aston Martin Vantage is only slightly faster – reaching 325 km/h, while the Porsche Boxster tops out at 308 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin Vantage delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Boxster is somewhat lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,745 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Aston Martin Vantage offers substantially more boot space – 235 L compared to 122 L. That’s a difference of about 113 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aston Martin Vantage holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £169,700
Vantage

Aston Martin Vantage

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 665 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 12.1 - 12.3 L/100km
Aston Martin Vantage
Porsche Boxster

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Aston Martin Vantage

The Aston Martin Vantage marries sculptural, jaw-dropping design with a ferociously engaging character that turns everyday drives into a headline act. Buyers get a luxuriously intimate cabin and a raw, communicative chassis — perfect if you crave theatre every time you pull away.

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Porsche Boxster

The Porsche Boxster epitomizes the essence of a pure, open-top driving experience with its mid-engine roadster design. Known for its agile handling and dynamic performance, the Boxster seamlessly blends luxury with thrilling precision on the road. Its unmistakable styling and superior engineering continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts who crave a visceral connection to the art of driving.

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Aston Martin Vantage
Porsche Boxster

Costs and Consumption

Price
169,700 - 188,600 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
12.1 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
274 - 279 g/km
co2
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
73 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe, Roadster
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
2 - 3
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,805 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 235 L
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
4,495 mm
Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,275 mm
Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
665 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 3.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
325 km/h
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
800 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
489 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
Porsche
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