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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: $58,575 BMW 4-Series 428i | |||||
| Difference: $6,085 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | 4-Series | 4-Series |
| Trim | Base | S | S Black Edition | 428i | 435i |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $48,100 | $58,600 | $65,200 | $48,750 | $54,900 |
| Sport Chrono Package | 960 | 960 | 960 | ||
| Navigation system | 3,430 | 2,150 | 2,150 | ||
| Unbranded 185W 7 speakers | 0 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 2,490 | 2,490 | |||
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | 3,055 | 3,055 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 550 | 550 | |
| Wood trim | 890 | 890 | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 615 | 615 | 125 | ||
| Heated front seats | 525 | 525 | 525 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 2,090 | 2,090 | 2,090 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | 250 | 250 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | 595 | 595 | 595 | ||
| Infotainment Package | 3,640 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,050 | 1,050 | |||
| Sport Line | 1,950 | 1,550 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,200 | 950 | |||
| Sport Chrono Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Navigation system | 0 | 1,955 | 1,955 | ||
| Unbranded 185W 7 speakers | 0 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 0 | 0 | |||
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | 500 | 500 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Heated front seats | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 910 | 910 |
| Heated steering wheel | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Infotainment Package | 0 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 955 | 955 | |||
| Sport Line | 1,775 | 1,410 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,000 | 865 | |||
| Options (change) | 15,610 | 15,820 | 7,600 | 8,900 | 7,250 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8,095 | 6,595 |
| Destination | 950 | 950 | 950 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $64,660 | $75,370 | $73,750 | $58,575 | $63,075 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 4-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW 4-Series 428i | |||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster S | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,345 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $46,359 | |||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | 4-Series | 4-Series |
| Trim | Base | S | S Black Edition | 428i | 435i |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 255hp H6 | 310hp H6 | 320hp H6 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 185, 7 | 325, 11 | 325, 11 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-17 | 235/40-18 | 235/35-19 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $64,660 | $75,370 | $73,750 | $58,575 | $63,075 |
| Adjustments for Features | -50 | -300 | 0 | -7,310 | -7,310 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $64,610 | $75,070 | $73,750 | $51,265 | $55,765 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10,460 | $9,140 | $0 | $4,500 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 4-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | 4-Series | 4-Series |
| Trim | Base | S | S Black Edition | 428i | 435i |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |||
| Wind blocker | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | $500 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | |||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |||
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | |||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,905 | $6,155 | $5,855 | $13,165 | $13,165 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $50 | $300 | $0 | $7,310 | $7,310 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1 | -4 | 0 | -6,745 | -6,746 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 4-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2014 |
| Model | Boxster | 4-Series |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 172.1 in | 182.6 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 50.9 in | 54.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,944 lb. | 3,966 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 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
| Sport Chrono Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Chronometer | 100 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wind blocker, small | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 3% |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S
| Sport Chrono Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Chronometer | 100 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| 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 | 865 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 41% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wind blocker, small | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 3% |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S Black Edition
| Sport Chrono Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Chronometer | 100 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
Option Package Details
BMW 4-Series 428i
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 33% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 65% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Text dictation | 50 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 37% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 38% |
Option Package Details
BMW 4-Series 435i
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 33% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 65% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Text dictation | 50 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 37% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 19% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 81% |
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