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Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz GL Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz GL Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $77,735

Porsche Boxster   
Difference: $7,200

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162016201620162016
ModelBoxsterBoxsterBoxsterGLGL
TrimBaseSGTSGL450AMG GL63
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $52,100 $63,900 $74,600 $66,200 $122,100
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 2,160 2,160      
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,170 2,170 2,170    
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    
Rearview camera 1,515 1,515 1,515    
Voice control for nav and audio 520 520 520    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 825 825 825    
Power-folding mirrors 320 320 320    
Auto-dimming headlights 520 520 520    
Heated steering wheel 270 270 270 250  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 1,790 1,790   800  
Wood trim 1,790 1,790      
Audio controls on steering wheel 615 615 165    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710 710 710 720  
Bose 505W 10 speakers   0      
Wheels, dark finish   990 990   500
235/35ZR20   1,560      
Sport suspension (upgrade)     0    
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)     650    
Cooled or ventilated front seats     730 570  
Multicontour seats       1,100  
Lighting Package       1,390  
Premium 1 Package       4,410  
Obstacle detection, rear       970  
Driver Assistance Package       2,800  
designo Edition       4,800  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 0 0      
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 0 0 0    
Infotainment Package 0 0 0    
Premium Package Plus 0 0 0    
Adaptive sport seats plus 0 0 0    
Rearview camera 0 0 0    
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0 0 0    
Power-folding mirrors 0 0 0    
Auto-dimming headlights 0 0 0    
Heated steering wheel 0 0 0 233  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 0 0   744  
Wood trim 0 0      
Audio controls on steering wheel 0 0 0    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0 0 670  
Bose 505W 10 speakers   0      
Wheels, dark finish   0 0   465
235/35ZR20   0      
Sport suspension (upgrade)     0    
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)     0    
Cooled or ventilated front seats     0 530  
Multicontour seats       1,023  
Lighting Package       1,293  
Premium 1 Package       4,101  
Obstacle detection, rear       902  
Driver Assistance Package       2,604  
designo Edition       4,464  
Options (change) 24,640 26,520 18,365 17,810 500
Options (change) 0 0 0 16,564 465
Destination 995 995 995 925 925
Total Price $77,735 $91,415 $93,960 $84,935 $123,525

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz GL

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz GL GL450
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster GTS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $675
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $70,741
Model Year20162016201620162016
ModelBoxsterBoxsterBoxsterGLGL
TrimBaseSGTSGL450AMG GL63
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine265hp H6315hp H6330hp H6362hp V6550hp V8
TransmissionM6M6M6T7T7
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)185, 7445, 10445, 1080, 8830, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/35-20235/35-20275/55-19295/40-21
Total Price$77,735$91,415$93,960$84,935$123,525
Adjustments for Features0-250-1,000-7,875-11,215
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$77,735$91,165$92,960$77,060$112,310
Cost Above Minimum$0$13,430$15,225$0$35,250

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Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz GL

Model Year20162016201620162016
ModelBoxsterBoxsterBoxsterGLGL
TrimBaseSGTSGL450AMG GL63
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1200$1200
RWD$0$0$0  
AWD   $1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100$100
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row   $75$75
Heated steering wheel$100$100$100$100 
Power door closers    $300
Power flip-out rear side windows   $125$125
Power liftgate   $350$350
Power rear side windows   $200$200
Remote app   $25$25
Remote window/roof operation   $15$15
Semi-automated parking system   $500$500
Wind blocker, small$100$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0$0
Around view cameras    $500
Automatic braking, low-speed   $200$200
Blind spot collision prevention   $150$150
Blind spot warning system   $200$200
Driver drowsiness monitor   $150$150
Hill descent control   $250$250
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75  
Lane departure prevention   $150$150
Lane departure warning   $200$200
Rear side airbags   $300$300
Rearview camera$200$200$200$200 
Roll bar$200$200$200  
Rollover sensor   $50$50
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350  
Side curtain airbags, three rows   $500$500
Temporary spare tire   $150$150
Trailer sway control   $25$25
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails   $250$250
Cargo cover   $75$75
Cargo net$40$40$40 $40
Console with shifter$150$150$150  
Console without shifter   $150$150
Climate Control 
Rear air vents   $100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls    $250
Rear HVAC unit    $400
Rear wiper   $175$175
Residual heat$50$50$50  
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  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25 $25
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275$275
Glass roof panel(s)    $300
Laminated front side windows   $200$200
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0$0  
Panoramic sunroof    $1200
Power convertible top$4000$4000$4000  
Rear bumper protector   $40$40
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Retractable rear spoiler$400$400$400  
Running boards    $350
Sunroof   $900 
Wheel-lip moldings    $75
Infotainment 
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
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225$225
Traffic + travel information   $25$25
Traffic information$25$25$25  
USB port$25$25$25  
Voice control for external devices   $0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot   $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock   $25$25
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75  
Chronometer  $100  
Compass   $0$0
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150  
Interior ambient lighting, configurable   $150$150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25$25
Performance meter  $150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row   $50$50
Folding second row seats   $300$300
Heated second row seats    $200
Leather door panel trim$250$250 $250$250
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats   $200$200
Manual recliner, second row seats   $75$75
Massage, driver seat   $100$100
Massage, passenger seat   $100$100
Memory system, passenger seat   $150$150
Metal pedals$75$75$75  
No leather in second row$-300$-300$-300  
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50
Power release, second row seats    $50
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power-folding third row seats   $1000$1000
Synthetic suede door panel trim  $250  
Synthetic suede headliner   $650$650
Wood trim$300$300 $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars    $500
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500 $500$500
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable   $1000$1000
Crosswind stabilization   $50$50
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200 $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 $0
Wheels, dark finish $0$0 $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100$100
Total Value of Features$7,155$7,405$8,155$15,030$18,370
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$250$1,000$7,875$11,215
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3-11-7,330-10,351

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz GL

Model Year20162016
ModelBoxsterGL
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Wheelbase97.4 in121.0 in
Length172.2 in201.6 in
Width70.9 in76.4 in
Height50.5 in72.8 in
Curb Weight2,889 lb.5,372 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.26.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.6 in41.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room51.7 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in40.3 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in58.3 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in38.5 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in38.9 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.5 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
9.9 ft316.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
9.949.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
9.993.8 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 heat50No
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 Requested235095%
Total Not Requested1255%
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
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
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
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested160089%
Total Not Requested20011%

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 heat50No
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 Requested185094%
Total Not Requested1256%
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
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
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
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested160089%
Total Not Requested20011%

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 heat50No
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested135092%
Total Not Requested1258%
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
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
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
Total Requested150088%
Total Not Requested20012%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Multicontour seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65076%
Total Not Requested20024%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested211576%
Total Not Requested67524%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested90050%
Total Not Requested90050%
designo Edition
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0No
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather700Yes
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats200No
Total Requested185069%
Total Not Requested85031%

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