Included in the price increase is a slew of additional equipment, such as cruise control, upgraded tires, and alarm system. The convertible soft top takes 12 seconds to retract, and operation is easy, requiring manual unlatching of a safety latch. Trunk space, at 9.1 cubic feet, is much larger than either the BMW Z3 or the Mercedes SLK, thanks to the presence of two trunks- one up front and one in back. The Boxster is 10 inches longer and slightly wider than the Teutonic pair. An available Tiptronic version is an automatic that allows manual gear changes by toggling a switching located on the steering wheel.
Interior room is spacious for a two-seater, with solid bucket seats covered in leather.
The gauges consist of three large, round analog pods, informing the driver of speed, rpms, fuel, and coolant temperature. All of these feature digital readings at the bottom of each pod, giving a modernized touch to the classical layout. Behind the seats are two steel tube hoops, providing rollover protection for anyone that decides to have a little too much fun with the Boxster. Added safety comes from dual airbags, side impact protection and adjustable three-point seatbelts. The new Cherokee kept its rugged durability and solid construction and added a little luxury.