The Open Two-Seater’s Trunk

“I’ve heard many people say that the Boxster’s trunk can’t hold much luggage,” and since (I used to think so too), I decided to put that to the test.

Because the Boxster features a “mid-engine layout with the engine placed in the middle of the chassis,” it has trunks both in the front and rear. To open the trunk, you either pull this lever under the driver’s seat,

or press the trunk button on the key fob.

By the way, since the Boxster has trunks at both front and rear, the key fob has more buttons than other Porsche models. (Left is the Boxster, right is the Panamera)

Then, with a “pop” sound, the hood opens slightly. You slip your hand into the gap and pull the lever inside,

and the hood fully opens, revealing a surprisingly spacious trunk.

The bottom is much deeper than I had imagined. By the way, my husband’s medium-sized suitcase that he always takes on overseas business trips fits easily like this.

Here it is standing upright. Of course, the hood won’t close this way, but I hope this gives you a sense of just how deep the Boxster’s front trunk really is.

This Rimowa Porsche suitcase (33L) also fits comfortably like this.

At this rate, I think you could probably fit three of them in (laughs). Of course, you can’t fit two medium-sized suitcases together, but one suitcase plus bags and other items should fit easily.

Next, the rear trunk. This one is shallower than the front trunk.

It’s definitely too small for a medium-sized suitcase,

but a smaller Porsche suitcase (33L) fits without any problem.

By the way, when my husband goes on a Boxster touring trip alone, he loads his suitcase in the front like this,

and packs his full touring kit in the rear trunk.

He carries engine oil, a genuine lightweight aluminum 911 car jack (not sold normally, apparently bought on Yahoo Auctions), a puncture repair kit, and water for a spray bottle. Following the example of the well-known Boxster touring blogger wata-san, he’s prepared so he can fix a flat tire anytime while on tour.

My husband often says, “Among open two-seaters from other manufacturers, the Boxster’s trunk is one of the most spacious for luggage.” Indeed, after testing it together this time, I felt “there’s absolutely no problem fitting two suitcases and going on a hot spring trip as a couple in the Boxster.”

But well, the Panamera’s trunk can hold even more (laughs).