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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Porsche Boxster Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Porsche Boxster Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $84,105

Porsche Boxster S   
Difference: $19,010

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082010
ModelCLSBoxster
TrimCLS63 AMGS
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Base Price $93,550 $58,000
Premium Package 2 4,035  
Voice control for nav and audio 510 595
Obstacle detection, rear 1,120 530
iPod integration 425 440
Adaptive Sports Seats   3,055
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   690
Xenon HID headlights   1,560
7-speed automated manual   3,420
Navigation system   3,110
Metallic paint (extra cost)   710
Floor mats   90
Heated front seats   510
Automatic climate control, front   550
CD changer, in-dash   650
Bluetooth cell phone link   695
Satellite radio   750
Cooled or ventilated front seats   800
Wood trim   890
Audio controls on steering wheel   990
Synthetic suede steering wheel   1,105
Adaptive dampers - electrical   1,990
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   2,025
Premium Package 2 3,753  
Voice control for nav and audio 474 0
Obstacle detection, rear 1,042 451
iPod integration 395 0
Adaptive Sports Seats   2,597
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   587
Xenon HID headlights   0
7-speed automated manual   0
Navigation system   0
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0
Floor mats   0
Heated front seats   0
Automatic climate control, front   468
CD changer, in-dash   553
Bluetooth cell phone link   0
Satellite radio   0
Cooled or ventilated front seats   0
Wood trim   757
Audio controls on steering wheel   842
Synthetic suede steering wheel   0
Adaptive dampers - electrical   1,692
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   0
Options (change) 6,090 25,155
Options (change) 5,664 7,947
Destination 875 950
Gas Tax 2,600 0
Total Price $103,115 $84,105

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Porsche Boxster

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Porsche Boxster S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,440
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $84,848
Model Year20082010
ModelCLSBoxster
TrimCLS63 AMGS
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Engine507hp V8310hp H6
TransmissionT7S7
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)12/18 MPG20/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)480, 13185, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-19235/40-18
Total Price$103,115$84,105
Adjustments for Features-2,5700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$100,545$84,105

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Porsche Boxster

Model Year20082010
ModelCLSBoxster
TrimCLS63 AMGS
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 
7-speed automated manual $1200
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Power trunk closer$350 
Proximity key$250 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Sunshade, rear, power$225 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Obstacle detection, front$150 
Rear side airbags$300 
Roll bar $200
Rollover sensor$50 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo net $40
Second-row low console$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250 
Rear dual-zone climate control$125 
Residual heat$50 
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Power convertible top $4000
Retractable rear spoiler $400
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
DVD-Audio-compatible player $0
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player$50 
Off-road navigation system $0
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Automatic headlights$125 
Chronometer$100 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Massage, driver seat$100 
Massage, passenger seat$100 
Memory system, passenger seat$150 
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
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50 
Synthetic suede headliner$650 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$8,690$6,120
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,570$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,3960

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Porsche Boxster

Model Year20082010
ModelCLSBoxster
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Wheelbase112.4 in95.1 in
Length193.0 in172.1 in
Width73.7 in70.9 in
Height54.7 in50.9 in
Curb Weight4,069 lb.3,042 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.9 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.2 in51.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room58.0 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room57.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft39.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG

Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Proximity key250No
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Power decklid350No
Total Requested170067%
Total Not Requested82533%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested32581%
Total Not Requested7519%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
7-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
7-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
iPod integration
FeatureValueRequested?
iPod integration100Yes
Aux input50Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested15091%
Total Not Requested159%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Off-road navigation system0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
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 Requested115085%
Total Not Requested20015%

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