| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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: $86,045 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $90 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | Boxster | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $58,600 | $65,500 |
| Sport Chrono Package | 960 | |
| Infotainment Package | 3,640 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,490 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 550 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 2,090 | |
| Heated front seats | 525 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 595 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 615 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 8,150 | 8,150 |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 2,025 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 950 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Full Merino Leather | 2,650 | |
| Executive Package | 4,100 | |
| 255/35YR19 | 1,200 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Sport Chrono Package | 0 | |
| Infotainment Package | 0 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 0 | |
| Convenience Package | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 505 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 451 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 6,928 | 7,500 |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 0 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 0 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 0 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Full Merino Leather | 2,435 | |
| Executive Package | 3,770 | |
| 255/35YR19 | 1,105 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,670 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Options (change) | 26,585 | 19,550 |
| Options (change) | 7,379 | 17,985 |
| Destination | 950 | 995 |
| Total Price | $86,135 | $86,045 |
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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: $3,525 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $69,029 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | Boxster | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 310hp H6 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/26 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 325, 11 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $86,135 | $86,045 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,435 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $86,135 | $82,610 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | Boxster | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| 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 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| 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 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,355 | $9,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,435 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,217 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | Boxster | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 172.1 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 50.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,987 lb. | 3,630 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 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% |
| 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 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 |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wind blocker, small | 100 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1225 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 16% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| 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% |
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Launch control | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 100% |
| Full Merino Leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 450 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 136% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | -36% |
| Executive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 23% |
| Total Not Requested | 1850 | 77% |
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