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Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series 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.
Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $0 Porsche Boxster S | ||||||||
| Difference: $38,095 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Base | S | 320i | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $0 | $0 | $33,150 | $38,350 | $39,850 | $43,700 | $45,800 | $63,500 |
| Navigation system | 0 | 0 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Front sport buckets | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 0 | 0 | 1,000 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 950 | ||
| Track Handling Package | 2,300 | 1,700 | ||||||
| Run-flat tire delete | 0 | |||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||||
| Sunroof | 0 | |||||||
| Navigation system | 0 | 0 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Front sport buckets | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 0 | 0 | 910 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 865 | ||
| Track Handling Package | 2,095 | 1,545 | ||||||
| Run-flat tire delete | 0 | |||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||||
| Sunroof | 0 | |||||||
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 3,950 | 6,250 | 3,950 | 3,950 | 5,650 | 2,500 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 3,595 | 5,690 | 3,595 | 3,595 | 5,140 | 2,275 |
| Destination | 0 | 0 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,001 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $0 | $0 | $38,095 | $45,595 | $44,795 | $44,644 | $52,445 | $66,995 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Porsche Boxster S | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $29,775 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,817 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Base | S | 320i | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp H6 | 280hp H6 | 180hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 181hp I4 PiH | 320hp I6 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | M5 | M6 | M6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 50, 4 | 230, 7 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-17 | 235/40-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 255/40-18 |
| Total Price | $0 | $0 | $38,095 | $45,595 | $44,795 | $44,644 | $52,445 | $66,995 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -150 | -8,470 | -12,095 | -11,845 | -11,870 | -13,695 | -14,495 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $0 | $-150 | $29,625 | $33,500 | $32,950 | $32,774 | $38,750 | $52,500 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $150 | $0 | $0 | $3,875 | $3,325 | $3,149 | $9,125 | $22,875 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Base | S | 320i | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power front side windows | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Power locks | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote keyless entry | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| High performance brake pads (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Air conditioning | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear defrost | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||||
| 8 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |||||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||||||
| Infotainment | ||||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power mirrors | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||||||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | |||||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Total Value of Features | $600 | $750 | $9,070 | $12,695 | $12,445 | $12,470 | $14,295 | $15,095 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $150 | $8,470 | $12,095 | $11,845 | $11,870 | $13,695 | $14,495 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -7,953 | -11,312 | -11,087 | -11,027 | -12,782 | -13,494 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2006 | 2016 |
| Model | Boxster | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 170.4 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,856 lb. | 3,431 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 51.7 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 9.9 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 320i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
| Track Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 0 | No |
| High performance brake pads (optional) | 0 | No |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| 255/40YR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 64% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 340i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
| Track Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 0 | No |
| High performance brake pads (optional) | 0 | No |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| 255/40YR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 64% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | 64% |
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