The 2.7-liter boxer Porsche M96.22 engine was assembled by the company from 1999 to 2002 and was installed only on restyled versions of the first-generation Boxster convertible in the back of the 986. There was a 3.2-liter modification of this power unit under its M96.21 index.
Engines of M96-line: M96.20, M96.22, M96.26.
Specifications
| Production years | 1999-2002 |
| Displacement, cc | 2687 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 220 |
| Torque output, Nm | 260 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum H6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 85.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 78 |
| Compression ratio | 11.0 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | VarioCam |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 8.7 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Porsche Boxster S 2001) — city — highway — combined |
14.3 7.4 9.9 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~220 000 |
| Weight, kg | 182 |
The engine was installed on:
- Porsche Boxster 1 (986) in 1999 – 2002.
Disadvantages of the Porsche M96.22 engine
- The most famous problem of such units is the intermediate shaft bearing;
- Also, these engines are demanding on lubrication and the rotation of the liners is a frequent phenomenon;
- The timing chain drive often requires replacement even up to 150,000 km;
- The weak points of the engine include a weak pump, reservoir and the entire cooling system as a whole;
- There is no dry sump lubrication system, so it’s better not to overdo it on the track.
