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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: $81,545 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $370 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $65,929 Porsche Boxster S | ||
| Difference: $9,676 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | Boxster | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $55,700 | $63,500 |
| Base Invoice | $43,512 | $59,100 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 690 | |
| Sport Chrono Package | 920 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,990 | 1,000 |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 1,090 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | 550 |
| Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel | 1,360 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 480 | |
| Wood trim | 890 | 0 |
| Navigation system | 3,110 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1,735 | 2,650 |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 8,150 | 8,150 |
| Executive Package | 3,500 | |
| 255/35YR19 | 1,200 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 587 | |
| Sport Chrono Package | 782 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,692 | 910 |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 2,597 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 927 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 587 | 500 |
| Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel | 1,156 | |
| Floor mats | 98 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 468 | |
| Heated front seats | 408 | |
| Wood trim | 757 | 0 |
| Navigation system | 2,644 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 451 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1,475 | 2,410 |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 6,928 | 7,415 |
| Executive Package | 3,185 | |
| 255/35YR19 | 1,090 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Options (change) | 25,355 | 17,050 |
| Options (change) | 21,557 | 15,510 |
| Destination | 860 | 995 |
| Total Price | $81,915 | $81,545 |
| Total Invoice | $65,929 | $75,605 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster S | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,345 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,845 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | Boxster | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 295hp H6 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 230, 7 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $81,915 | $81,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,975 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $81,915 | $79,570 |
| Total Invoice | $65,929 | $75,605 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,831 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $65,929 | $73,774 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | Boxster | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Power convertible top | $4000 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,255 | $7,230 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,831 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 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
Porsche Boxster S
| Sport Chrono Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Chronometer | 100 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 33% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 136% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | -36% |
| 255/35YR19 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/35YR19 tires | 200 | No |
| 275/35YR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Executive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 23% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 77% |
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