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Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $39,120 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Base | S | S Black Edition | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $48,100 | $58,600 | $65,200 | $29,650 | $33,400 | $38,000 | $38,600 |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | 3,055 | 3,055 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 1,560 | 1,560 | 790 | 790 | 790 | 790 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 690 | 690 | 690 | 690 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 615 | 615 | 125 | ||||
| Navigation system | 3,430 | 2,210 | 2,210 | 2,210 | 2,210 | ||
| Unbranded 185W 7 speakers | 0 | ||||||
| Automatic climate control, front | 650 | 650 | |||||
| Heated front seats | 525 | 525 | 525 | 680 | 680 | 680 | 680 |
| Wood trim | 890 | 890 | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | 650 | 650 | 650 | ||||
| Infotainment Package | 3,640 | ||||||
| Power driver seat | 600 | 600 | |||||
| Entertainment Package | 1,460 | 1,460 | 1,460 | 1,460 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 765 | 765 | 765 | 765 | |||
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | |||
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 0 | 0 | 735 | 735 | 735 | 735 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | 642 | 642 | 642 | 642 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Navigation system | 0 | 2,055 | 2,055 | 2,055 | 2,055 | ||
| Unbranded 185W 7 speakers | 0 | ||||||
| Automatic climate control, front | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Heated front seats | 0 | 0 | 0 | 633 | 633 | 633 | 633 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Infotainment Package | 0 | ||||||
| Power driver seat | 558 | 558 | |||||
| Entertainment Package | 1,358 | 1,358 | 1,358 | 1,358 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 711 | 711 | 711 | 711 | |||
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 1,395 | 1,395 | 1,395 | 1,395 | |||
| Options (change) | 12,085 | 12,295 | 4,355 | 8,695 | 8,695 | 8,095 | 8,095 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8,087 | 8,087 | 7,529 | 7,529 |
| Destination | 950 | 950 | 950 | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 |
| Total Price | $61,135 | $71,845 | $70,505 | $39,120 | $42,870 | $46,870 | $47,470 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan | |||||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,560 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $35,556 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Base | S | S Black Edition | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 255hp H6 | 310hp H6 | 320hp H6 | 201hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 268hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 | M6 | T7 | M6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 185, 7 | 325, 11 | 325, 11 | 320, 12 | 320, 12 | 320, 12 | 320, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-17 | 235/40-18 | 235/35-19 | 225/45-17 | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $61,135 | $71,845 | $70,505 | $39,120 | $42,870 | $46,870 | $47,470 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,455 | -4,705 | -4,955 | 0 | -1,225 | -300 | -1,525 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $56,680 | $67,140 | $65,550 | $39,120 | $41,645 | $46,570 | $45,945 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10,460 | $8,870 | $0 | $2,525 | $7,450 | $6,825 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Base | S | S Black Edition | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | ||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | ||||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $6,945 | $7,195 | $7,445 | $2,490 | $3,715 | $2,790 | $4,015 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,455 | $4,705 | $4,955 | $0 | $1,225 | $300 | $1,525 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -69 | -62 | -67 | 0 | -1,141 | -279 | -1,420 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2007 |
| Model | Boxster | C-Class |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 106.9 in |
| Length | 172.1 in | 178.4 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 68.0 in |
| Height | 50.9 in | 55.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,944 lb. | 3,406 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 51.7 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 51.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 9.9 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 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 fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 48% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 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 fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 48% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Bose, 325W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S Black Edition
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 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 fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 48% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Power driver seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
| Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C280 Luxury Sedan
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Power driver seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
| Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Luxury Sedan
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 35% |
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