Porsche says Boxster goes all-electric in 2028, but 911 ‘never’ will (yes it will) — SkimNews
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- Porsche confirmed at its 2035 strategy presentation that the 718 Boxster and Cayman will be sold solely as battery-electric models, with 2028 slated as the first full year of production.
- The gas-powered 718 went out of production in 2025, ending months of speculation about whether Porsche would revive combustion for the mid-engine sports cars.
- The electric 718 mounts its battery behind the seats rather than under the floor, giving it a 55.2% rear weight bias versus the gas Boxster's 59.8% to preserve the car's handling character.
- Porsche CEO Michael Leiters said at the same investor event that "the 911 will never be electric."
- Porsche recently booked a $6 billion loss tied to its delays on EVs before partially pivoting back toward combustion engines, the piece argues, while sales are being siphoned by Chinese electric rivals.
- Car and Driver rode in the electric 718 around Porsche's Weissach test track; the piece argues the 911 will inevitably electrify, citing smartphone-maker Xiaomi beating Porsche at its own racing circuits within about three years of entering the auto business.
Why it matters: Porsche is splitting its lineup by committing the 718 to electric while shielding the 911 from electrification — a hedge that already cost the company a $6 billion loss tied to EV delays. With rivals like Xiaomi already winning on Porsche's own racing circuits within three years of building one, the "never" stance risks boxing Porsche out of its halo-car market as Europe, China and major US states phase out combustion.
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