A Porsche Boxster electric prototype was seen testing on Swedish snow, featuring a rare rear‑mounted charging port and a battery stacked behind the seats. Learn more now!
First public glimpse since 2021
In December 2025, the four‑year anniversary of the first sightings of the all‑electric Porsche 718 (internal code 983), the mid‑engine roadster resurfaced on a snow‑covered test track outside Arjeplog, Sweden. The sleek black prototype shed most of its camouflage, revealing a design that looks strikingly close to a production model.
Exterior cues and new charging concept
The front end borrows active air‑intake flaps and vent placements from the 911 Carrera GTS and Turbo S, while a centrally‑mounted radar sensor sits in the middle of the splitter, supporting adaptive cruise control. Porsche’s signature four‑point LED headlamp layout remains unmistakable despite a modest lip‑cover.
Most eye‑catching is the charging port positioned between the numeric keypad and the horizontal LED taillight strip on the rear deck. The lowered floor panel streamlines aerodynamics, and the dual‑spoke black 5‑split alloy wheels expose the in‑wheel brake calipers.
Engineering the rear‑stacked battery
The electric Boxster rides on a bespoke version of the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) that underpins the upcoming Macan EV and Audi Q6 e‑tron. To preserve the low centre of gravity and the car’s sporty feel, Porsche adopted an “e‑core” battery layout, stacking the cells behind the driver and passenger seats rather than flattening them under the floor as many SUVs do. An 800‑volt architecture promises ultra‑fast charging.
Powertrain options
Base models are expected to feature a single rear‑mounted motor delivering rear‑wheel drive, while performance variants will likely receive a twin‑motor all‑wheel‑drive setup. A three‑motor configuration similar to the Tesla Model S Plaid is unlikely, as a larger battery pack would add weight that conflicts with the Boxster’s lightweight sport‑car ethos.
Hybrid possibility raises engineering challenges
AutoEvolution reported that, despite early plans to make the 983 series fully electric, Porsche hinted at a conventional‑engine option during its latest investor briefing. Integrating an internal‑combustion engine, gearbox and fuel tank into the PPE Sport chassis, which wasn’t designed for such components, would require a new floor architecture. Inevitably, a gasoline‑powered version would carry a higher price tag.
Interior and driver‑focused technology
Inside, occupants can anticipate a dedicated infotainment screen for the passenger, plus a new paddle shifter on the steering wheel that can adjust regenerative braking levels or activate a boost mode, akin to the Taycan Turbo GT.
What’s next?
Porsche aims to unveil the electric Boxster officially in 2026, potentially offering both pure‑electric and hybrid powertrains. The recent test run hints at a design that balances Porsche’s performance heritage with the practicalities of electrification.