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Porsche Boxster vs. Audi A5 / S5 Price Comparison

Porsche Boxster vs Audi A5 / S5 Price Comparison:
Porsche Boxster vs Audi A5 / S5 Price Comparison:

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For the Porsche Boxster vs. Audi A5 / S5 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Boxster vs. A5 / S5 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Boxster and A5 / S5 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Audi A5 / S5 S5 3.0T's price is $3,580 lower than the Porsche Boxster's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Boxster vs. A5 / S5 Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Audi A5 / S5 S5 3.0T, the Porsche Boxster includes additional features worth $0. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, after a $6020 adjustment for the Audi A5 / S5 S5 3.0T's additional features, the Audi A5 / S5 S5 3.0T is $3,580 less than the Porsche Boxster.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Audi A5 / S5

Lowest Adjusted Price: Audi A5 / S5 S5 3.0T
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 3,580
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 60,764
Model Year20112012
ModelBoxsterA5 / S5
TrimBaseS5 3.0T
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine265hp H6333hp V6
TransmissionS7S7
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/29 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers185, 7505, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)x-255/35-19
Total Price70,36072,800
Adjustments for Features0-6,020
Feature-Adjusted Total Price70,36066,780

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Invoice Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Audi A5 / S5

Price Comparison (MSRP): Porsche Boxster vs. Audi A5 / S5

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Lowest Total Price: Porsche Boxster
Difference: 2,440
Model Year20112012
ModelBoxsterA5 / S5
TrimBaseS5 3.0T
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price48,10059,300
Navigation system3,430 
Unbranded 185W 7 speakers0 
Convenience Package2,490 
Sport Chrono Package960 
7-speed automated manual3,420 
Adaptive Sports Seats3,055 
Limited-slip rear differential950 
Adaptive shocks - electrical2,090 
Voice control for nav and audio595 
Cooled front seats800 
Heated front seats525 
Carbon fiber trim1,140500
Obstacle detection, rear530 
Audio controls on steering wheel615 
Metallic paint (extra cost)710475
Comfort Package 1,400
Audi Drive Select Package 3,950
Prestige Package 6,300
Navigation system 0
Unbranded 185W 7 speakers 0
Convenience Package 0
Sport Chrono Package 0
7-speed automated manual 0
Adaptive Sports Seats 0
Limited-slip rear differential 0
Adaptive shocks - electrical 0
Voice control for nav and audio 0
Cooled front seats 0
Heated front seats 0
Carbon fiber trim 466
Obstacle detection, rear 0
Audio controls on steering wheel 0
Metallic paint (extra cost) 443
Comfort Package 1,302
Audi Drive Select Package 3,673
Prestige Package 5,860
Total options21,31012,625
Total options45111,744
Destination950875
Total Price70,36072,800

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Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year20112012
ModelBoxsterA5 / S5
TrimBaseS5 3.0T
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200$1200
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Wind blocker $300
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests $500
Blind spot warning system $200
Compact spare tire $75
Front seat active head restraints $50
Knee airbag, driver $100
Knee airbag, passenger $100
Rearview camera $200
Roll bar$200 
Side curtain airbags $350
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo net$40 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $100
Off-road navigation system$50 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
SD Card slot $25
Surround sound $250
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Exterior 
Retractable rear spoiler$500 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Chronometer$100 
Compass $25
Cornering lights$25 
Headlight washers$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Powertrain 
Active rear differential $500
Launch control$100 
Limited-slip rear differential$275 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Folding second row seats $300
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
Neck-level heating, front seats $150
No leather in second row$-300 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power seatback bolsters, driver$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active steering $1250
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,830$8,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,020
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,604

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year20112012
ModelBoxsterA5 / S5
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase95.1 in108.3 in
Length172.1 in182.1 in
Width70.9 in73.0 in
Height50.9 in54.4 in
Curb Weight3,009 lb.4,200 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in39.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room51.7 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in46.9 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in31.9 in
Cargo Volume9.9 ft310.2 ft3

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Option Package Details

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wind blocker, small100No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights25No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested125088%
Total Not Requested17512%
Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested95070%
Total Not Requested40030%

Option Package Details
S5 3.0T

Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled front seats300Yes
Neck-level heating, front seats150No
Total Requested30067%
Total Not Requested15033%
Audi Drive Select Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Active rear differential500No
Adaptive shocks - electrical750Yes
Active steering1250No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested95035%
Total Not Requested175065%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Rearview camera200No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250No
HD radio100No
Blind spot warning system200No
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information50Yes
Media hard drive100Yes
Total Requested130049%
Total Not Requested135051%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Porsche Boxster

Price of the Porsche Boxster: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2002 2dr Convertible 217-horsepower 2.7L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 this one, 7 years old was affordable
Price of the Porsche Boxster: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Convertible 295-horsepower 3.4L H6
6-speed manual RWD		 Porsche charges an arm and a leg for every little option.
2000 2dr Convertible 217-horsepower 2.7L H6
5-speed manual RWD		 I got this car for less than $10,000 from a dealer. No accidents. But because it is a Porsche, people assume I am rich and charge me much more for service. Including Detail Shops, which charge double to clean a Boxster than an equally sized Mazda Miata.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Audi A5 / S5

Price of the Audi A5 / S5: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 2dr Coupe turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual AWD		 More expensive than competitors
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual AWD		 Price is too high. The quality of the car when taken to the test, does not justify the price.
2008 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8
6-speed manual AWD		 Expensive base price as compared to a 335i (but still less than a 650i). Horrible leasing factors leave buying as the only real option.
2008 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Too much money for some.
2008 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 A little too high, but worth it

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