| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
BMW 3-Series vs. Porsche Boxster Price Comparison (MSRP)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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
BMW 3-Series vs. Porsche Boxster Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $80,260 Porsche Boxster S | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Boxster |
| Trim | M3 | S |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $68,750 | $58,600 |
| Premium Package | 2,500 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | 3,660 |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 710 |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 525 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 890 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | 2,090 |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Infotainment Package | 3,640 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,490 | |
| Sport Chrono Package | 960 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 615 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 950 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 595 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | |
| Premium Package | 2,275 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,640 | 0 |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 0 |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 0 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | 0 |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Infotainment Package | 0 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 0 | |
| Convenience Package | 0 | |
| Sport Chrono Package | 0 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 451 | |
| Options (change) | 8,900 | 20,710 |
| Options (change) | 8,100 | 451 |
| Destination | 925 | 950 |
| Gas Tax | 1,700 | 0 |
| Total Price | $80,275 | $80,260 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Porsche Boxster
| Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster S | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,320 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $68,749 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Boxster |
| Trim | M3 | S |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 310hp H6 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 20/29 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 325, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $80,275 | $80,260 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,335 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $75,940 | $80,260 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Porsche Boxster
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Boxster |
| Trim | M3 | S |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats w/o opening to trunk | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,165 | $6,830 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,335 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,005 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Porsche Boxster
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Boxster |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 95.1 in |
| Length | 180.6 in | 172.1 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 70.9 in |
| Height | 54.5 in | 50.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,145 lb. | 3,042 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.1 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 51.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 49.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 31.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.0 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.2 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1240 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Bose, 325W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 865 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 41% |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wind blocker, small | 100 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 14% |
| Sport Chrono Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Chronometer | 100 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
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