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Ford Explorer vs. Porsche Boxster Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Porsche Boxster Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $44,845

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $24,120

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2015201520152015
ModelExplorerBoxsterBoxsterBoxster
TrimLimitedBaseSGTS
Body4dr SUV2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $38,200 $51,400 $63,300 $73,500
Package 302A / 303A 4,600      
Adaptive cruise control 1,150      
Power sport seats   2,320 2,320  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed   2,170 2,170 2,170
Infotainment Package   3,990 3,990 3,990
Premium Package Plus   3,620 2,950 1,965
Audio controls on steering wheel   615 615 165
Heated steering wheel   270 270 270
Rearview camera   1,515 1,515 1,515
Voice control for nav and audio   520 520 520
Auto-dimming headlights   520 520 520
Power-folding mirrors   320 320 320
Metallic paint (extra cost)   710 710 710
Bose 505W 10 speakers     0  
Adaptive sport seats plus       3,025
Cooled or ventilated front seats       730
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)       650
Package 302A / 303A 4,013      
Adaptive cruise control 1,004      
Power sport seats   0 0  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed   0 0 0
Infotainment Package   0 0 0
Premium Package Plus   0 0 0
Audio controls on steering wheel   0 0 0
Heated steering wheel   0 0 0
Rearview camera   0 0 0
Voice control for nav and audio   0 0 0
Auto-dimming headlights   0 0 0
Power-folding mirrors   0 0 0
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0 0 0
Bose 505W 10 speakers     0  
Adaptive sport seats plus       0
Cooled or ventilated front seats       0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)       0
Options (change) 5,750 16,570 15,900 16,550
Options (change) 5,017 0 0 0
Destination 895 995 995 995
Total Price $44,845 $68,965 $80,195 $91,045

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Porsche Boxster

Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Limited
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster GTS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $26,055
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $38,790
Model Year2015201520152015
ModelExplorerBoxsterBoxsterBoxster
TrimLimitedBaseSGTS
Body4dr SUV2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine290hp V6265hp H6315hp H6330hp H6
TransmissionT6M6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12185, 7445, 10445, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20235/45-18235/40-19235/35-20
Total Price$44,845$68,965$80,195$91,045
Adjustments for Features-1,9350-500-3,950
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,910$68,965$79,695$87,095
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$10,730$18,130

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Porsche Boxster

Model Year2015201520152015
ModelExplorerBoxsterBoxsterBoxster
TrimLimitedBaseSGTS
Body4dr SUV2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
6-speed manual $150$150$150
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100   
Adaptive cruise control$600   
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850$850$850
Keyless entry keypad$50   
Power liftgate$350   
Power rear side windows$200   
Power-adjustable pedals$125   
Remote start$150   
Semi-automated parking system$500   
Wind blocker, small $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25   
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200$200$200
Blind spot warning system$200   
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100   
Curve control$50   
Driver drowsiness monitor$150   
Inflatable rear seat belts$200   
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200   
Lane departure warning$200   
Obstacle detection, front $150$150$150
Roll bar $200$200$200
Rollover sensor$50   
Safety key$5   
Side curtain airbags $350$350$350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500   
Temporary spare tire$150   
Trailer sway control$25   
Vehicle health reports$0   
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25   
Roof rails$250   
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15
Rear air vents with manual controls$150   
Rear HVAC unit$400   
Rear wiper$175   
Residual heat $50$50$50
Water-repellent front-door glass $15$15$15
Drivetrain 
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)   $500
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500
Mid-engine configuration $0$0$0
Regenerative braking $0$0$0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)   $0
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250   
Deep-tinted rear windows$275   
Painted brake calipers (optional)  $0$0
Power convertible top $4000$4000$4000
Rear spoiler$200   
Retractable rear spoiler $400$400$400
Wheel-lip moldings$75   
Infotainment 
App support $0$0$0
DVD-Audio-compatible player $0$0$0
Media drive $15$15$15
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25   
Off-road navigation system $0$0$0
SD Card slot$25   
SMS text-to-speech reader$25   
Surround sound$250 $250$250
Traffic + travel information$25   
Traffic information $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices$0   
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75$75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75$75$75
Chronometer   $100
Fog light, rear $100$100$100
Fog lights$125   
Headlight washers $50$50$50
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250   
Performance meter   $150
Spotter mirror(s)$50   
Steering-linked headlights $150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50   
Folding second row seats$300   
Heated second row seats$200   
Leather door panel trim  $250 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75   
Metal pedals $75$75$75
No leather in second row $-300$-300$-300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100   
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100   
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat   $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat   $100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat   $100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat   $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power-stowing third row seats$1000   
Synthetic suede door panel trim   $250
Tailgating position, third row seats$50   
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   $1000
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical   $500
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200
Transmission 
Launch control   $100
Total Value of Features$9,505$7,570$8,070$11,520
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,935$0$500$3,950
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,7920-6-43

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Porsche Boxster

Model Year20152015
ModelExplorerBoxster
Body4dr SUV2dr Convertible
Wheelbase112.6 in97.4 in
Length197.1 in172.2 in
Width78.9 in70.9 in
Height70.4 in50.5 in
Curb Weight4,535 lb.2,889 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in51.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.6 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft39.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft39.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft39.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 302A / 303A
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Parking guidance system - active500No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Inflatable rear seatbelts200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power liftgate350No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested212547%
Total Not Requested235053%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested20018%
Total Not Requested90082%
Rearview camera
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested45075%
Total Not Requested15025%
Power sport seats
FeatureValueRequested?
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 seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested80062%
Total Not Requested50038%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
HD radio50Yes
Unbranded, 185W, 7 speakers350No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15No
Total Requested90071%
Total Not Requested36529%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic air recirculation100No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested197580%
Total Not Requested50020%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested20018%
Total Not Requested90082%
Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Total Requested25042%
Total Not Requested35058%
Rearview camera
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested45075%
Total Not Requested15025%
Power sport seats
FeatureValueRequested?
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 seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested80062%
Total Not Requested50038%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
HD radio50Yes
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15No
Total Requested90098%
Total Not Requested152%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic air recirculation100No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested147575%
Total Not Requested50025%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster GTS

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested20018%
Total Not Requested90082%
Rearview camera
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested45075%
Total Not Requested15025%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
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
Total Requested80047%
Total Not Requested90053%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Performance meter150No
Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
HD radio50Yes
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15No
Total Requested115069%
Total Not Requested51531%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic air recirculation100No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested117580%
Total Not Requested30020%

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