| 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: $42,665 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $25,510 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | S | GTS | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $51,400 | $63,300 | $73,500 | $37,535 |
| Power sport seats | 2,320 | 2,320 | ||
| Infotainment Package | 3,990 | 3,990 | 3,990 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,170 | 2,170 | 2,170 | |
| Premium Package Plus | 3,620 | 2,950 | 1,965 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 520 | 520 | 520 | |
| Rearview camera | 1,515 | 1,515 | 1,515 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 615 | 615 | 165 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | |
| Bose 505W 10 speakers | 0 | |||
| Adaptive sport seats plus | 3,025 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 650 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 730 | |||
| Package 302A | 4,305 | |||
| Power sport seats | 0 | 0 | ||
| Infotainment Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Premium Package Plus | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Rearview camera | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Bose 505W 10 speakers | 0 | |||
| Adaptive sport seats plus | 0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 0 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 0 | |||
| Package 302A | 3,659 | |||
| Options (change) | 15,780 | 15,110 | 15,760 | 4,305 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3,659 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 825 |
| Total Price | $68,175 | $79,405 | $90,255 | $42,665 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster GTS | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $26,295 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $37,759 | ||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | S | GTS | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 265hp H6 | 315hp H6 | 330hp H6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 185, 7 | 445, 10 | 445, 10 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 235/40-19 | 235/35-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $68,175 | $79,405 | $90,255 | $42,665 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -500 | -3,950 | -785 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $68,175 | $78,905 | $86,305 | $41,880 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10,730 | $18,130 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | S | GTS | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| 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 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||
| Performance meter | $150 | |||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| 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 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $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-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,995 | $8,495 | $11,945 | $8,780 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $500 | $3,950 | $785 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6 | -44 | -726 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | Boxster | Explorer |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 50.5 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,889 lb. | 4,579 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 51.7 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 9.9 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 | 80.7 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% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 365 | 29% |
| Premium Package Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1975 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 20% |
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% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Premium Package Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 | 1475 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 25% |
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% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Performance meter | 150 | No |
| Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 31% |
| Premium Package Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 20% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2375 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 40% |
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