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Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $73,495

Porsche Boxster   
Difference: $1,865

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162016201620172017
ModelBoxsterBoxsterBoxsterE-Class (2-door)E-Class (2-door)
TrimBaseSGTSE400E550
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $52,100 $63,900 $74,600 $62,600 $69,100
Infotainment Package 3,990 3,990 3,990    
Premium Package Plus 3,620 2,950 1,965    
Adaptive sport seats plus 3,825 3,825 3,025    
Adaptive dampers - electrical 1,790 1,790      
Voice control for nav and audio 520 520 520    
Power-folding mirrors 320 320 320    
Rearview camera 1,515 1,515 1,515    
Auto-dimming headlights 520 520 520    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 825 825 825 800 800
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 1,250 1,250   590 590
Wood trim 1,515 1,515      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710 710 710 720 720
Bose 505W 10 speakers   0      
Sport suspension (upgrade)     0    
Cooled or ventilated front seats     730    
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)     650    
Audio controls on steering wheel     165    
Premium 2 Package       2,825 2,825
Premium 1 Package       4,100 4,100
Night Package       2,800 1,170
Infotainment Package 0 0 0    
Premium Package Plus 0 0 0    
Adaptive sport seats plus 0 0 0    
Adaptive dampers - electrical 0 0      
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0    
Power-folding mirrors 0 0 0    
Rearview camera 0 0 0    
Auto-dimming headlights 0 0 0    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0 0 0 744 744
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 0 0   549 549
Wood trim 0 0      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0 0 670 670
Bose 505W 10 speakers   0      
Sport suspension (upgrade)     0    
Cooled or ventilated front seats     0    
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)     0    
Audio controls on steering wheel     0    
Premium 2 Package       2,628 2,628
Premium 1 Package       3,813 3,813
Night Package       2,604 1,088
Options (change) 20,400 19,730 14,935 11,835 10,205
Options (change) 0 0 0 11,008 9,492
Destination 995 995 995 925 925
Total Price $73,495 $84,625 $90,530 $75,360 $80,230

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door)

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) E400
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster GTS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,545
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $65,075
Model Year20162016201620172017
ModelBoxsterBoxsterBoxsterE-Class (2-door)E-Class (2-door)
TrimBaseSGTSE400E550
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine265hp H6315hp H6330hp H6329hp V6402hp V8
TransmissionM6M6M6T7T7
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)185, 7445, 10445, 10610, 14610, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/40-19235/35-20235/40-18235/40-18
Total Price$73,495$84,625$90,530$75,360$80,230
Adjustments for Features0-500-2,150-4,410-4,810
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$73,495$84,125$88,380$70,950$75,420
Cost Above Minimum$0$10,630$14,885$0$4,470

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Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door)

Model Year20162016201620172017
ModelBoxsterBoxsterBoxsterE-Class (2-door)E-Class (2-door)
TrimBaseSGTSE400E550
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1200$1200
RWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100$100   
Power rear side windows   $200$200
Remote app   $25$25
Remote window/roof operation   $15$15
Wind blocker, automatic   $500$500
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
Automatic seat belt presenters, front row   $100$100
Blind spot warning system   $200$200
Driver drowsiness monitor   $150$150
Forward collision warning   $200$200
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75  
Lane departure warning   $200$200
Obstacle detection, front$150$150$150  
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250$250  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system   $0$0
Roll bar$200$200$200  
Temporary spare tire   $150$150
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40$40$40  
Second-row low console   $100$100
Storage compartment under front seat(s)   $50$50
Climate Control 
Rear air vents   $100$100
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15  
Drivetrain 
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)  $500  
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable  $500  
Mid-engine configuration$0$0$0  
Regenerative braking$0$0$0  
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)  $0$0$0
Black grille (optional)   $0$0
Body kit   $0$0
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0$0  
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Retractable rear spoiler$400$400$400  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support   $100$100
Apple CarPlay support   $100$100
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0$0  
DVD-compatible player   $0$0
In-vehicle Internet   $150$150
iPod integration   $100$100
Navigation map updates, three years   $0$0
Off-road navigation system$0$0$0  
SD Card slot   $25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25
Surround sound $250$250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225$225
Traffic + travel information   $25$25
Traffic information$25$25$25  
USB port$25$25$25  
Wi-Fi hotspot   $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock   $25$25
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75  
Chronometer  $100  
Cornering lights   $50$50
LED headlights   $1000$1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25$25
Performance meter  $150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather door panel trim $250 $250$250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150  
Memory system, passenger seat   $150$150
Neck-level heating, front seats   $150$150
No leather in second row$-300$-300$-300  
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Synthetic suede door panel trim  $250  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather  $1000  
Wood trim$300$300 $300$300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 $150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500  $500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical   $100 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100$100
Total Value of Features$2,955$3,455$5,105$7,365$7,765
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$500$2,150$4,410$4,810
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6-24-4,105-4,477

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door)

Model Year20162017
ModelBoxsterE-Class (2-door)
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase97.4 in108.7 in
Length172.2 in185.0 in
Width70.9 in70.3 in
Height50.5 in55.0 in
Curb Weight2,889 lb.4,146 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.6 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room51.7 in54.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in47.8 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in30.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
9.9 ft38.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
9.911.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster

Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Unbranded, 185W, 7 speakers350No
App support0Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
HD radio50Yes
USB port25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15Yes
Total Requested91572%
Total Not Requested35028%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested240097%
Total Not Requested753%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger 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
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Total Requested150083%
Total Not Requested30017%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S

Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
App support0Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
HD radio50Yes
USB port25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15Yes
Total Requested915100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested190096%
Total Not Requested754%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger 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
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Total Requested150083%
Total Not Requested30017%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster GTS

Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Performance meter150No
App support0Yes
Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
HD radio50Yes
USB port25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15Yes
Total Requested116570%
Total Not Requested50030%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested140095%
Total Not Requested755%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger 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
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested150088%
Total Not Requested20012%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) E400

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250No
Total Requested70050%
Total Not Requested70050%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Neck-level heating, front seats150No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested169065%
Total Not Requested90035%
Night Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special interior trim0No
Black grille (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Body kit0No
Polished alloy wheels0No
Metal pedals75Yes
235/40ZR18 tires200No
255/35ZR18 tires200No
Total Requested92570%
Total Not Requested40030%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) E550

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250No
Total Requested70050%
Total Not Requested70050%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Neck-level heating, front seats150No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested169065%
Total Not Requested90035%
Night Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special interior trim0No
Black grille (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Polished alloy wheels0No
Metal pedals75Yes
235/40ZR18 tires200No
255/35ZR18 tires200No
Total Requested67563%
Total Not Requested40037%

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