Porsche Boxster Porsche Boxster 2011 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo 2014

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo 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.

Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $52,175

BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo 328i   
Difference: $12,235

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112011201120142014
ModelBoxsterBoxsterBoxster3-Series Gran Turismo3-Series Gran Turismo
TrimBaseSS Black Edition328i335i
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $48,100 $58,600 $65,200 $41,450 $46,850
Sport Chrono Package 960 960 960    
Navigation system 3,430     2,150 2,150
Unbranded 185W 7 speakers 0        
Adaptive Sports Seats 3,055 3,055 3,055    
Convenience Package 2,490 2,490      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710 710   550 550
Wood trim 890 890      
Audio controls on steering wheel 615 615 125    
Heated front seats 525 525 525 500 500
Adaptive dampers - electrical 2,090 2,090 2,090 1,000 1,000
Voice control for nav and audio 595 595 595    
Infotainment Package   3,640      
Premium Package       2,200 2,200
Sport Line       2,500 1,700
Steering-linked headlights       900  
Sport Chrono Package 0 0 0    
Navigation system 0     1,955 1,955
Unbranded 185W 7 speakers 0        
Adaptive Sports Seats 0 0 0    
Convenience Package 0 0      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0   500 500
Wood trim 0 0      
Audio controls on steering wheel 0 0 0    
Heated front seats 0 0 0 455 455
Adaptive dampers - electrical 0 0 0 910 910
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0    
Infotainment Package   0      
Premium Package       2,000 2,000
Sport Line       2,275 1,545
Steering-linked headlights       820  
Options (change) 15,360 15,570 7,350 9,800 8,100
Options (change) 0 0 0 8,915 7,365
Destination 950 950 950 925 925
Total Price $64,410 $75,120 $73,500 $52,175 $55,875

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Porsche Boxster dealer quotes or BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo

Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo 328i
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,720
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $43,946
Model Year20112011201120142014
ModelBoxsterBoxsterBoxster3-Series Gran Turismo3-Series Gran Turismo
TrimBaseSS Black Edition328i335i
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine255hp H6310hp H6320hp H6240hp I4300hp I6
TransmissionM6M6M6T8T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)185, 7325, 11325, 11205, 9205, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-17235/40-18235/35-19225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$64,410$75,120$73,500$52,175$55,875
Adjustments for Features-50-3000-3,535-3,535
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$64,360$74,820$73,500$48,640$52,340
Cost Above Minimum$0$10,460$9,140$0$3,700

Return to top

Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo

Model Year20112011201120142014
ModelBoxsterBoxsterBoxster3-Series Gran Turismo3-Series Gran Turismo
TrimBaseSS Black Edition328i335i
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1300$1300
RWD$0$0$0  
AWD   $1700$1700
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate   $100$100
Power liftgate   $350$350
Power rear side windows   $200$200
Proximity key   $250$250
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
Hill descent control   $250$250
Knee airbag, driver   $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger   $75$75
Roll bar$200$200$200  
Side curtain airbags   $350$350
Tires, run-flat   $150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment   $50$50
Cargo area rails w/tie downs   $50$50
Cargo cover   $75$75
Cargo net$40$40$40  
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation   $100$100
Dual-zone climate control   $125$125
Rear air vents with manual controls   $150$150
Residual heat   $50$50
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop   $150$150
Mid-engine configuration$0$0$0  
Regenerative braking   $0$0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)   $0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25  
Panoramic sunroof   $1200$1200
Power convertible top$4000$4000$4000  
Infotainment 
App support   $0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25$25
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0$0  
DVD-compatible player   $0$0
Handwriting recognition   $200$200
HD radio   $50$50
In-vehicle Internet   $150$150
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  
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 
Automatic headlights   $125$125
Chronometer$100$100$100  
Compass   $0$0
Cornering lights$50$50$50  
Fog light, rear$100$100$100  
Headlight washers$50$50$50  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25$25
Power-folding mirrors   $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row   $50$50
Folding second row seats   $300$300
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250  
Manual recliner, second row seats   $75$75
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50
Metal pedals$75$75$75  
No leather in second row$-300$-300$-300  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150$150
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Wood trim$300$300 $300$300
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100$100
Total Value of Features$5,580$5,830$5,530$9,065$9,065
Value of Feature Adjustments$50$300$0$3,535$3,535
Value of Feature Adjustments-1-40-3,263-3,263

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo

Model Year20112014
ModelBoxster3-Series Gran Turismo
Body2dr Convertible4dr Hatch
Wheelbase95.1 in115.0 in
Length172.1 in190.0 in
Width70.9 in72.0 in
Height50.9 in59.4 in
Curb Weight2,944 lb.3,916 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in41.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room51.7 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in38.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in39.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
9.9 ft318.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
9.918.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
9.956.5 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster

Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
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 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
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested115085%
Total Not Requested20015%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wind blocker, small100No
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested125086%
Total Not Requested20014%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S

Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Surround sound250No
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15Yes
Bose, 325W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
USB port25Yes
Total Requested86559%
Total Not Requested60041%
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 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
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested115085%
Total Not Requested20015%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wind blocker, small100No
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested125086%
Total Not Requested20014%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S Black Edition

Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
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 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
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested115085%
Total Not Requested20015%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo 328i

Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive dampers - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Smartphone integration0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Text dictation50No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested71563%
Total Not Requested42537%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Proximity key250No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Total Requested105058%
Total Not Requested75042%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested40035%
Total Not Requested75065%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo 335i

Adaptive dampers - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Smartphone integration0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Text dictation50No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested71563%
Total Not Requested42537%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Proximity key250No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Total Requested105058%
Total Not Requested75042%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested40035%
Total Not Requested75065%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Porsche models.