Porsche Boxster & Cayman get price updates

Porsche has announced pricing for its freshened 2009 Boxster and Cayman models.

Prices for the Boxster start at $47,550 for base models and $57,650 for the more powerful S version. The prices include shipping charges.

For 2009, there are two new direct-injection versions of Porsche's flat six-cylinder engines. A 2.9-liter engine bumps power up 10 hp in the Boxster to 255 connected to a standard six-speed manual (compared with a five-speed in the previous model). A 3.4-liter unit provides a 15 hp increase in the Boxster S for a total of 310 hp.

Fixed-roof Cayman models start at $51,250 for base models and $61,150 for the S variant and also gain their own pair of new engines. The Cayman's 2.9-liter boxer six-cylinder increases power by 20 hp for 265 hp, while the 3.4-liter in the S jumps 25 hp to 320 hp.

Additionally, the Boxster and Cayman are now available with Porsche's dual-clutch transmission and mechanical limited-slip differential. Larger brakes and LED taillights complete the changes for 2009.

By Jonathan Wong