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Mercedes-Benz SL 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.
Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche Boxster Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $83,845 Porsche Boxster S | ||
| Difference: $62,250 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | Boxster |
| Trim | SL63 AMG | S |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $140,440 | $58,600 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,180 | 530 |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 1,000 | 725 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 890 |
| 7-speed automated manual | 3,660 | |
| Infotainment Package | 3,640 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,490 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | 1,295 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 800 | |
| Heated front seats | 525 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 615 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 2,025 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | 650 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 595 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 2,090 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,097 | 451 |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 930 | 0 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | |
| Infotainment Package | 0 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 0 | |
| Convenience Package | 0 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | 0 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 0 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 0 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | 0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 0 | |
| Options (change) | 2,180 | 24,295 |
| Options (change) | 2,027 | 451 |
| Destination | 875 | 950 |
| Gas Tax | 2,600 | 0 |
| Total Price | $146,095 | $83,845 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche Boxster
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Porsche Boxster S | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $52,715 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $125,827 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | Boxster |
| Trim | SL63 AMG | S |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 518hp V8 | 310hp H6 |
| Transmission | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 12/19 MPG | 20/29 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 510, 10 | 325, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $146,095 | $83,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,535 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $136,560 | $83,845 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche Boxster
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | Boxster |
| Trim | SL63 AMG | S |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| 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 | |
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Power convertible top | $4000 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | |
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $16,440 | $6,905 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $9,535 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,883 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche Boxster
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | Boxster |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 95.1 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 172.1 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.9 in |
| Height | 51.1 in | 50.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,274 lb. | 3,042 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 51.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 41.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.2 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
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% |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | Yes |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 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 | Yes |
| 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 | 1115 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 24% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 5% |
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