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SsangYong Torres vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (33,800 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Torres or Porsche Boxster?

SsangYong Torres vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

SsangYong Torres

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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Porsche Boxster

  • substantially more power
  • only slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Torres

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SsangYong Torres is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,800 £ , while the Porsche Boxster costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 102,180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SsangYong Torres uses 7.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 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 Porsche Boxster offers substantially more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 293 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Boxster is noticeably faster – reaching 308 km/h, while the SsangYong Torres tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 114 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Boxster delivers noticeably more torque with 450 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 111 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: SsangYong Torres offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Boxster is only slightly lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 13 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers clearly more boot space – 703 L compared to 122 L. That’s a difference of about 581 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries significantly more – 552 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 282 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Torres is decisively ahead 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 £33,800
Torres

SsangYong Torres

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 462 km
SsangYong Torres
Porsche Boxster

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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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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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SsangYong Torres
Porsche Boxster

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
462 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 207 g/km
co2
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
703 L
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
4,700 mm
Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
552 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Porsche
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