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Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 4-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 4-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $79,190 Porsche Boxster S | ||
| Difference: $11,555 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $68,676 Porsche Boxster S | ||
| Difference: $16,334 | ||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2018 |
| Model | Boxster | 4-Series |
| Trim | S | M4 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $55,500 | $76,200 |
| Base Invoice | $48,415 | $71,545 |
| Sport Chrono Package | 920 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,990 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 690 | |
| Wind blocker, small | 375 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 1,090 | |
| Heated front seats | 480 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 990 | |
| Navigation system | 3,070 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 550 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | 750 |
| Wood trim | 890 | 0 |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 8,150 | 8,150 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| 255/35YR19 | 1,200 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Sport Chrono Package | 782 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,692 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 2,597 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 587 | |
| Wind blocker, small | 319 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 927 | |
| Heated front seats | 408 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 842 | |
| Navigation system | 2,610 | |
| Floor mats | 98 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 468 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 451 | 690 |
| Wood trim | 757 | 0 |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 6,928 | 7,500 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | |
| 255/35YR19 | 1,105 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,670 | |
| Options (change) | 22,895 | 13,550 |
| Options (change) | 19,466 | 12,470 |
| Destination | 795 | 995 |
| Total Price | $79,190 | $90,745 |
| Total Invoice | $68,676 | $85,010 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 4-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Porsche Boxster S | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,655 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,996 | ||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2018 |
| Model | Boxster | 4-Series |
| Trim | S | M4 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 295hp H6 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/28 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 230, 7 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $79,190 | $90,745 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -8,900 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $79,190 | $81,845 |
| Total Invoice | $68,676 | $85,010 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -8,338 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $68,676 | $76,672 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 4-Series
| Model Year | 2007 | 2018 |
| Model | Boxster | 4-Series |
| Trim | S | M4 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| 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 | |
| Wind blocker | $300 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| 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 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | |
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| 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 | $200 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,055 | $14,955 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $8,900 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -8,338 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 4-Series
| Model Year | 2007 | 2018 |
| Model | Boxster | 4-Series |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 170.4 in | 182.6 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,965 lb. | 4,112 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 40.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 51.7 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 49.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 7.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 | 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 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 |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
Option Package Details
BMW 4-Series M4
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| 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% |
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