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

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Audi A5 / S5 vs. Porsche Boxster Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $55,900

Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T   
Difference: $10,790

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012201220122012
ModelA5 / S5A5 / S5BoxsterBoxsterBoxster
TrimA5 2.0TS5 3.0TBaseSS Black Edition
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $42,600 $59,300 $48,100 $58,600 $65,200
Prestige Package 9,200 6,300      
Comfort Package 2,400 1,400      
Wood trim 350 500 890 890  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475 475 710 710  
Audi Drive Select Package   3,950      
Sport Chrono Package     960 960 960
Adaptive Sports Seats     3,055 3,055 3,055
Convenience Package     2,490 2,490  
Navigation system     3,430    
Unbranded 185W 7 speakers     0    
Heated front seats     525 525 525
Obstacle detection, rear     530 530 530
Voice control for nav and audio     595 595 595
Limited-slip rear differential     950 950 950
Audio controls on steering wheel     615 615 125
Cooled or ventilated front seats     800 800 800
Adaptive dampers - electrical     2,090 2,090 2,090
Infotainment Package       3,640  
Prestige Package 8,556 5,860      
Comfort Package 2,232 1,302      
Wood trim 325 466 0 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 443 443 0 0  
Audi Drive Select Package   3,673      
Sport Chrono Package     0 0 0
Adaptive Sports Seats     0 0 0
Convenience Package     0 0  
Navigation system     0    
Unbranded 185W 7 speakers     0    
Heated front seats     0 0 0
Obstacle detection, rear     451 451 451
Voice control for nav and audio     0 0 0
Limited-slip rear differential     0 0 0
Audio controls on steering wheel     0 0 0
Cooled or ventilated front seats     0 0 0
Adaptive dampers - electrical     0 0 0
Infotainment Package       0  
Options (change) 12,425 12,625 17,640 17,850 9,630
Options (change) 11,556 11,744 451 451 451
Destination 875 875 950 950 950
Total Price $55,900 $72,800 $66,690 $77,400 $75,780

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

Lowest Adjusted Price: Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,485
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $48,097
Model Year20122012201220122012
ModelA5 / S5A5 / S5BoxsterBoxsterBoxster
TrimA5 2.0TS5 3.0TBaseSS Black Edition
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine211hp I4333hp V6255hp H6310hp H6320hp H6
TransmissionCVT-8S7M6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)505, 14505, 14185, 7325, 11325, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18255/35-19205/55-17235/40-18235/35-19
Total Price$55,900$72,800$66,690$77,400$75,780
Adjustments for Features-2,745-6,945-50-3000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$53,155$65,855$66,640$77,100$75,780
Cost Above Minimum$0$12,700$0$10,460$9,140

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Features Comparison: Audi A5 / S5 vs. Porsche Boxster

Model Year20122012201220122012
ModelA5 / S5A5 / S5BoxsterBoxsterBoxster
TrimA5 2.0TS5 3.0TBaseSS Black Edition
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100    
7-speed automated manual $1200   
6-speed manual  $150$150$150
FWD$0    
AWD $1700   
RWD  $0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200   
Proximity key$250$250   
Wind blocker$300$300   
Wind blocker, small  $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0   
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests$500$500   
Blind spot warning system$200$200   
Knee airbag, driver$75$75   
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75   
Rearview camera$200$200   
Roll bar  $200$200$200
Side curtain airbags$350$350   
Temporary spare tire$150$150   
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50   
Cargo net  $40$40$40
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100   
Dual-zone climate control$125$125   
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250   
Water-repellent front-door glass  $15$15$15
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500   
Limited-slip rear differential  $300$300$300
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration  $0$0$0
Exterior 
Retractable rear spoiler  $400$400$400
Infotainment 
DVD-Audio-compatible player  $0$0$0
DVD-compatible player$0$0   
HD radio$50$50   
iPod integration$100$100   
Off-road navigation system  $0$0$0
SD Card slot$25$25   
Surround sound$250$250 $250$250
USB port  $25$25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125   
Chronometer  $100$100$100
Compass$0$0   
Cornering lights  $50$50$50
Headlight washers  $50$50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300$300   
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50   
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50   
Metal pedals  $75$75$75
Neck-level heating, front seats$150$150   
No leather in second row  $-300$-300$-300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150   
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat  $100$100$100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Wood trim$300$300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active steering $1000   
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500$500$500
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0   
Transmission 
Launch control  $100$100$100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100   
Total Value of Features$5,400$9,600$2,705$2,955$2,655
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,745$6,945$50$300$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,556-6,465-1-50

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A5 / S5 vs. Porsche Boxster

Model Year20122012
ModelA5 / S5Boxster
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase108.3 in95.1 in
Length182.1 in172.1 in
Width73.0 in70.9 in
Height54.4 in50.9 in
Curb Weight4,001 lb.2,944 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.9 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in51.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom36.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room46.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom31.9 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume10.2 ft39.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250No
HD radio50No
Blind spot warning system200No
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated front seats200Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested289069%
Total Not Requested132531%
Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Neck-level heating, front seats150No
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested55065%
Total Not Requested30035%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 S5 3.0T

Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Neck-level heating, front seats150No
Total Requested30067%
Total Not Requested15033%
Audi Drive Select Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Active rear differential500No
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active steering1000No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested70032%
Total Not Requested150068%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250No
HD radio50No
Blind spot warning system200No
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested139057%
Total Not Requested105043%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15Yes
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested865100%
Total Not Requested00%
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%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wind blocker, small100Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested135093%
Total Not Requested1007%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S

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%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wind blocker, small100Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested135093%
Total Not Requested1007%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15Yes
Bose, 325W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
USB port25Yes
Total Requested111576%
Total Not Requested35024%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S Black Edition

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%

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