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Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 5-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $62,975

BMW 5-Series 528i   
Difference: $10,585

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2016201620162016201120112011
ModelBoxsterBoxsterBoxsterBoxster5-Series5-Series5-Series
TrimBaseBlack EditionSGTS528i535i550i
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $52,100 $59,100 $63,900 $74,600 $45,050 $50,100 $60,200
Infotainment Package 3,990   3,990 3,990      
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,170 2,170 2,170 2,170 2,400 2,400 2,400
Premium Package Plus 3,620   2,950 1,965      
Adaptive sport seats plus 3,825 3,825 3,825 3,025      
Rearview camera 1,515 655 1,515 1,515     400
Power-folding mirrors 320 320 320 320      
Voice control for nav and audio 520 520 520 520      
Adaptive dampers - electrical 1,790 1,790 1,790   1,000    
Audio controls on steering wheel 615 365 615 165      
Wood trim 1,515   1,515        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710 710 710 710 550 550  
Cooled or ventilated front seats   730   730      
Interior ambient lighting   340          
Proximity key   790     1,000 1,000 1,000
App support   210     250 250 250
HD radio   1,040          
Bose 505W 10 speakers     0        
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)       650      
Xenon HID headlights         900    
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls         500 500  
Sport Package         2,200 2,200 2,200
Premium Package 2         4,500 4,500  
Premium Package         1,800 1,800  
Active Ventilated Seat Package         1,950 1,950 1,950
Dynamic Handling Package           2,700 2,700
iPod integration             400
Satellite radio - one year subscription             350
Infotainment Package 0   0 0      
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 0 0 0 0 2,185 2,185 2,185
Premium Package Plus 0   0 0      
Adaptive sport seats plus 0 0 0 0      
Rearview camera 0 0 0 0     365
Power-folding mirrors 0 0 0 0      
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0 0      
Adaptive dampers - electrical 0 0 0   910    
Audio controls on steering wheel 0 0 0 0      
Wood trim 0   0        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0 0 0 500 500  
Cooled or ventilated front seats   0   0      
Interior ambient lighting   0          
Proximity key   0     910 910 910
App support   0     230 230 230
HD radio   0          
Bose 505W 10 speakers     0        
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)       0      
Xenon HID headlights         820    
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls         475 475  
Sport Package         2,000 2,000 2,000
Premium Package 2         4,095 4,095  
Premium Package         1,640 1,640  
Active Ventilated Seat Package         1,775 1,775 1,775
Dynamic Handling Package           2,455 2,455
iPod integration             365
Satellite radio - one year subscription             320
Options (change) 20,590 13,465 19,920 15,760 17,050 17,850 11,650
Options (change) 0 0 0 0 15,540 16,265 10,605
Destination 995 995 995 995 875 875 875
Total Price $73,685 $73,560 $84,815 $91,355 $62,975 $68,825 $72,725

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 5-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW 5-Series 528i
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster GTS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,245
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $56,918
Model Year2016201620162016201120112011
ModelBoxsterBoxsterBoxsterBoxster5-Series5-Series5-Series
TrimBaseBlack EditionSGTS528i535i550i
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine265hp H6265hp H6315hp H6330hp H6240hp I6300hp I6400hp V8
TransmissionM6M6M6M6T8T8T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)185, 7185, 7445, 10445, 10600, 16600, 16205, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/35-20235/40-19235/35-20245/45-18245/40-19245/40-19
Total Price$73,685$73,560$84,815$91,355$62,975$68,825$72,725
Adjustments for Features-665-365-1,165-3,415-200-7000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$73,020$73,195$83,650$87,940$62,775$68,125$72,725
Cost Above Minimum$0$175$10,630$14,920$0$5,350$9,950

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Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 5-Series

Model Year2016201620162016201120112011
ModelBoxsterBoxsterBoxsterBoxster5-Series5-Series5-Series
TrimBaseBlack EditionSGTS528i535i550i
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150   
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1300$1300$1300
RWD$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows    $200$200$200
Remote app    $25$25$25
Remote window/roof operation    $15$15$15
Sunshade, rear, power    $225$225 
Sunshades, second row    $125$125 
Wind blocker, small$100$100$100$100   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats    $0$0$0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200   
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75   
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75$75   
Roll bar$200$200$200$200   
Tires, run-flat    $150$150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment    $50$50$50
Cargo net$40$40$40$40   
Rear seat pass-through    $100$100$100
Climate Control 
Rear air vents    $100$100$100
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15$15   
Drivetrain 
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)   $500   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150   
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500   
Mid-engine configuration$0$0$0$0   
Raised top speed limiter    $0$0$0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)   $0   
Painted brake calipers (optional)  $0$0   
Power convertible top$4000$4000$4000$4000   
Retractable rear spoiler$400$400$400$400   
Sunroof    $900$900$900
Infotainment 
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0$0$0   
iPod integration    $100$100$100
Off-road navigation system$0$0$0$0   
Satellite radio$200$200$200$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription    $250$250$250
SMS text-to-speech reader    $25$25$25
Surround sound  $250$250$250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar    $200$200$200
Traffic + travel information    $25$25$25
Traffic information$25$25$25$25   
USB port$25$25$25$25   
Voice control for external devices    $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Chronometer   $100   
Cornering lights    $50$50$50
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100   
Fog lights    $125$125$125
Headlight washers$50$50$50$50   
Mirror tilt-down in reverse    $25$25$25
Performance meter   $150   
Turn signals on or near mirrors    $25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row    $50$50$50
Leather door panel trim  $250 $250$250$250
Massage, driver seat    $100$100$100
Massage, passenger seat    $100$100$100
Memory system, passenger seat    $150$150$150
Metal pedals$75$75$75$75   
No leather in second row$-300$-300$-300$-300   
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat    $50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat    $50$50$50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100$100   
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100$100   
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100$100   
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100$100   
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat    $100$100$100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat    $100$100$100
Synthetic suede door panel trim   $250   
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   $1000   
Wood trim$300 $300 $300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars     $500$500
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200$200$200$200
Transmission 
Launch control   $100   
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls    $100$100 
Total Value of Features$6,280$5,980$6,780$9,030$5,815$6,315$5,615
Value of Feature Adjustments$665$365$1,165$3,415$200$700$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-9-5-14-37-184-6450

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW 5-Series

Model Year20162011
ModelBoxster5-Series
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase97.4 in116.9 in
Length172.2 in193.1 in
Width70.9 in73.2 in
Height50.5 in57.6 in
Curb Weight2,889 lb.3,815 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.6 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room51.7 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in38.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in56.2 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume9.9 ft318.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster

Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Unbranded, 185W, 7 speakers350No
App support0Yes
HD radio50Yes
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested91572%
Total Not Requested35028%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Headlight washers50No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Total Requested242598%
Total Not Requested502%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested140078%
Total Not Requested40022%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster Black Edition

Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested140078%
Total Not Requested40022%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S

Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
App support0Yes
HD radio50Yes
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested915100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Headlight washers50No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Total Requested192597%
Total Not Requested503%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested140078%
Total Not Requested40022%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster GTS

Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Performance meter150No
App support0Yes
Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
HD radio50Yes
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested116570%
Total Not Requested50030%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Total Requested1475100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Total Requested65093%
Total Not Requested507%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%
Proximity key
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/45WR18 tires200No
Special exterior trim0No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30035%
Total Not Requested55065%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
iPod integration100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Voice control for external devices0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested186566%
Total Not Requested97534%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested80059%
Total Not Requested55041%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%
Proximity key
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special exterior trim0No
245/40ZR19 tires200No
275/35ZR19 tires200No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30029%
Total Not Requested75071%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
iPod integration100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Voice control for external devices0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested186566%
Total Not Requested97534%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested80059%
Total Not Requested55041%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active stabilizer bars500No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
iPod integration
FeatureValueRequested?
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active stabilizer bars500No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special exterior trim0No
245/40ZR19 tires200No
275/35ZR19 tires200No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30029%
Total Not Requested75071%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested80059%
Total Not Requested55041%

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