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BMW 5-Series vs. Porsche Boxster Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 5-Series vs. Porsche Boxster Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $86,220

Porsche Boxster   
Difference: $30,475

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20202020201520152015
Model5-Series5-SeriesBoxsterBoxsterBoxster
TrimM5M5 CompetitionBaseSGTS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $102,700 $110,000 $51,400 $63,300 $73,500
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 3,500 3,500 2,160 2,160  
Wood trim 0 0 1,790 1,790  
Ceramic brake rotors 8,500 8,500 7,400 7,400 7,400
Sunroof 0 0      
Wheels, dark finish   0     880
Infotainment Package     3,990 3,990 3,990
Premium Package Plus     3,620 2,950 1,965
Adaptive sport seats plus     3,825 3,825 3,025
Torque vectoring, brake-based     1,320 1,320 1,320
Adaptive dampers - electrical     1,790 1,790  
Metallic paint (extra cost)     710 710 710
Power-folding mirrors     320 320 320
Rearview camera     1,515 1,515 1,515
Auto-dimming headlights     520 520 520
Voice control for nav and audio     520 520 520
Voice recorder     570 570 570
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable     2,890 2,890  
Heated steering wheel     270 270 270
Audio controls on steering wheel     615 615 165
Bose 505W 10 speakers       0  
Sport suspension (upgrade)         0
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 3,185 3,185 0 0  
Wood trim 0 0 0 0  
Ceramic brake rotors 7,820 7,820 0 0 0
Sunroof 0 0      
Wheels, dark finish   0     0
Infotainment Package     0 0 0
Premium Package Plus     0 0 0
Adaptive sport seats plus     0 0 0
Torque vectoring, brake-based     0 0 0
Adaptive dampers - electrical     0 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost)     0 0 0
Power-folding mirrors     0 0 0
Rearview camera     0 0 0
Auto-dimming headlights     0 0 0
Voice control for nav and audio     0 0 0
Voice recorder     0 0 0
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable     0 0  
Heated steering wheel     0 0 0
Audio controls on steering wheel     0 0 0
Bose 505W 10 speakers       0  
Sport suspension (upgrade)         0
Options (change) 12,000 12,000 33,825 33,155 23,170
Options (change) 11,005 11,005 0 0 0
Destination 995 995 995 995 995
Gas Tax 1,000 1,000 0 0 0
Total Price $116,695 $123,995 $86,220 $97,450 $97,665

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Porsche Boxster

Lowest Adjusted Price: Porsche Boxster
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $25,965
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,679
Model Year20202020201520152015
Model5-Series5-SeriesBoxsterBoxsterBoxster
TrimM5M5 CompetitionBaseSGTS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine600hp V8617hp V8265hp H6315hp H6330hp H6
TransmissionT8T8M6M6M6
Drivetrain4WD4WDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 16600, 16185, 7445, 10445, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)275/40-19275/35-20235/45-18235/40-19235/35-20
Total Price$116,695$123,995$86,220$97,450$97,665
Adjustments for Features-4,510-4,5100-250-175
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$112,185$119,485$86,220$97,200$97,490
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,300$0$10,980$11,270

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Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Porsche Boxster

Model Year20202020201520152015
Model5-Series5-SeriesBoxsterBoxsterBoxster
TrimM5M5 CompetitionBaseSGTS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300   
6-speed manual  $150$150$150
4WD$1700$1700   
RWD  $0$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100   
Power rear side windows$200$200   
Power trunk closer$350$350   
Remote app$25$25   
Remote window/roof operation$15$15   
Wind blocker, small  $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0   
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0$0   
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150   
Hill descent control$250$250   
Roll bar  $200$200$200
Rollover sensor$50$50   
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100$100$100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50   
Cargo net  $40$40$40
Rear seat pass-through$100$100   
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100   
Water-repellent front-door glass  $15$15$15
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential$500$500   
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)    $500
Limited-slip rear differential  $300$300$300
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration  $0$0$0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0$0  $0
Body kit$0$0   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0$0 $0$0
Power convertible top  $4000$4000$4000
Rear spoiler$200$200   
Retractable rear spoiler  $400$400$400
Sunroof$900$900   
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0   
DVD-Audio-compatible player  $0$0$0
DVD-compatible player$0$0   
Gesture control system$100$100   
Handwriting recognition$200$200   
In-vehicle Internet$150$150   
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0   
Off-road navigation system  $0$0$0
S Voice support$0$0   
Satellite radio  $200$200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250   
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0   
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25   
Surround sound$250$250 $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200   
Text dictation$50$50   
Traffic + travel information$25$25   
Traffic information  $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices$0$0   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror  $75$75$75
Chronometer    $100
Cornering lights$50$50   
Fog light, rear  $100$100$100
Head-up display (HUD)$350$350   
Headlight washers  $50$50$50
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150$150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150   
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250   
LED headlights$1000$1000   
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25   
Performance meter    $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25   
Xenon HID headlights  $500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50   
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300$300 
Folding second row seats$300$300   
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250$250 
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150   
No leather in second row  $-300$-300$-300
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50   
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50   
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat$100$100   
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat$100$100   
Synthetic suede door panel trim    $250
Synthetic suede headliner$650$650   
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces    $0
Wood trim$300$300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500$500$500 
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options$0$0   
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200  $200
Performance steering system (optional)$0$0   
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0  $0
Wheels, dark finish $0  $0
Transmission 
Launch control$100$100  $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100   
Total Value of Features$11,990$11,990$7,480$7,730$7,655
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,510$4,510$0$250$175
Value of Feature Adjustments-509-4790-3-2

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Porsche Boxster

Model Year20202015
Model5-SeriesBoxster
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Wheelbase117.1 in97.4 in
Length194.6 in172.2 in
Width73.5 in70.9 in
Height58.2 in50.5 in
Curb Weight3,747 lb.2,889 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.7 in51.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in42.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.5 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume18.7 ft39.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster

Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather800Yes
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Total Requested1050100%
Total Not Requested00%
Torque vectoring / active trace control
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100No
Limited-slip rear differential300Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Rearview camera
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable
FeatureValueRequested?
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable500Yes
Sport exhaust0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
HD radio50Yes
USB port25Yes
Unbranded, 185W, 7 speakers350No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15Yes
App support0Yes
Total Requested91572%
Total Not Requested35028%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested205083%
Total Not Requested42517%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested1800100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S

Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Total Requested25042%
Total Not Requested35058%
Torque vectoring / active trace control
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100No
Limited-slip rear differential300Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Rearview camera
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather800Yes
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested800100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable
FeatureValueRequested?
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable500Yes
Sport exhaust0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
HD radio50Yes
USB port25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15Yes
App support0Yes
Total Requested915100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested155078%
Total Not Requested42522%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested1800100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster GTS

Torque vectoring / active trace control
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100No
Limited-slip rear differential300Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Rearview camera
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Performance meter150No
Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
HD radio50Yes
USB port25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15Yes
App support0Yes
Total Requested116570%
Total Not Requested50030%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested140095%
Total Not Requested755%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested1700100%
Total Not Requested00%

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