| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Porsche Boxster vs. Ford Explorer 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. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,930 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $26,050 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | S | GTS | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $51,400 | $63,300 | $73,500 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Power sport seats | 2,320 | 2,320 | |||
| Convenience Package | 900 | ||||
| Infotainment Package | 3,990 | 3,990 | 3,990 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 615 | 615 | 165 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | 530 | 530 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | 520 | 520 | 520 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,170 | 965 | |||
| Bose 505W 10 speakers | 0 | ||||
| Adaptive sport seats plus | 3,025 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | |||
| Power sport seats | 0 | 0 | |||
| Convenience Package | 0 | ||||
| Infotainment Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 451 | 451 | 451 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Premium Package | 0 | 0 | |||
| Bose 505W 10 speakers | 0 | ||||
| Adaptive sport seats plus | 0 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | |||
| Options (change) | 9,585 | 9,855 | 9,905 | 3,500 | 1,995 |
| Options (change) | 451 | 451 | 451 | 2,975 | 1,696 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $61,980 | $74,150 | $84,400 | $35,930 | $38,360 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster GTS | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $23,995 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $31,784 | |||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | S | GTS | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 265hp H6 | 315hp H6 | 330hp H6 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 185, 7 | 445, 10 | 445, 10 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 235/40-19 | 235/35-20 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $61,980 | $74,150 | $84,400 | $35,930 | $38,360 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,055 | -3,655 | -7,080 | 0 | -1,750 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $59,925 | $70,495 | $77,320 | $35,930 | $36,610 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10,570 | $17,395 | $0 | $680 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | S | GTS | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |||
| Performance meter | $150 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||||
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $6,895 | $8,495 | $11,920 | $4,840 | $6,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,055 | $3,655 | $7,080 | $0 | $1,750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -48 | -71 | -121 | 0 | -1,616 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2009 |
| Model | Boxster | Explorer |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 50.5 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,889 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 51.7 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.6 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 9.9 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster
| Power sport seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Residual heat | 50 | No |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 525 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 22% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 185W, 7 speakers | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 865 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S
| Power sport seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Residual heat | 50 | No |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 47% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 865 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 5% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster GTS
| Adaptive sport seats plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 59% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Residual heat | 50 | No |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 37% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Performance meter | 150 | No |
| Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 865 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 48% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 690 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 690 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
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