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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: $84,495 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $11,045 | ||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 |
| Model | Boxster | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $62,100 | $64,000 |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | 1,320 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,790 | |
| Infotainment Package | 3,990 | |
| Bose 505W 10 speakers | 0 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 3,200 | 2,900 |
| Adaptive sport seats plus | 3,825 | |
| Premium Package Plus | 3,240 | |
| Voice recorder | 570 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | 330 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 270 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 2,025 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 7,400 | 8,150 |
| Wood trim | 1,790 | 0 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 520 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 615 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | 320 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 700 |
| Full Merino Leather | 2,650 | |
| Executive Package | 3,900 | |
| 255/35YR19 | 1,200 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | 0 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 0 | |
| Infotainment Package | 0 | |
| Bose 505W 10 speakers | 0 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | 2,670 |
| Adaptive sport seats plus | 0 | |
| Premium Package Plus | 0 | |
| Voice recorder | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 451 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | 0 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 0 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 0 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 0 | 7,500 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 645 |
| Full Merino Leather | 2,435 | |
| Executive Package | 3,590 | |
| 255/35YR19 | 1,105 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Options (change) | 32,445 | 19,500 |
| Options (change) | 451 | 17,945 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $95,540 | $84,495 |
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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: $9,680 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $77,715 | ||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 |
| Model | Boxster | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 315hp H6 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/30 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 445, 10 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $95,540 | $84,495 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,365 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $94,175 | $84,495 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 |
| Model | Boxster | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Mid-engine configuration | $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 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| 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 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| 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 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 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,580 | $6,215 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,365 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -21 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 |
| Model | Boxster | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 50.5 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,976 lb. | 3,630 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.6 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 | 42.6 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
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 915 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive sport seats plus | ||
| 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 |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| 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 thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 28% |
| Premium Package Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| 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 thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Wind blocker, small | 100 | No |
| 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 |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Residual heat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2600 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 23% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 50% |
| 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% |
| 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 |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Text dictation | 50 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Voice recorder | 0 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 63% |
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