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Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $68,795 Porsche Boxster | ||||
| Difference: $3,100 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | GL | GL |
| Trim | Base | S | GL450 / GL320 | GL550 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $48,100 | $58,600 | $58,200 | $81,300 |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | 3,055 | ||
| Convenience Package | 2,490 | 2,490 | ||
| Navigation system | 3,430 | |||
| Unbranded 185W 7 speakers | 0 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 2,025 | 2,025 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 800 | 800 | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 525 | 525 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 980 | 980 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | 250 | 0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 595 | 595 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | 530 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 2,090 | 2,090 | 750 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 725 | 725 | 570 | 570 |
| CD changer, in-dash | 650 | 650 | ||
| Wood trim | 890 | 890 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 720 | |
| Infotainment Package | 3,640 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 2,130 | |||
| Premium II Package | 8,650 | |||
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 0 | 0 | ||
| Convenience Package | 0 | 0 | ||
| Navigation system | 0 | |||
| Unbranded 185W 7 speakers | 0 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 0 | 0 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 0 | 0 | 512 | |
| Heated front seats | 0 | 0 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | 0 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | 0 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 451 | 451 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 0 | 0 | 698 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 0 | 0 | 530 | 530 |
| CD changer, in-dash | 0 | 0 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | 670 | |
| Infotainment Package | 0 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,981 | |||
| Premium II Package | 8,044 | |||
| Options (change) | 19,745 | 19,955 | 12,820 | 1,120 |
| Options (change) | 451 | 451 | 11,923 | 1,042 |
| Destination | 950 | 950 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $68,795 | $79,505 | $71,895 | $83,295 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL320 | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster S | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,240 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $59,625 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | GL | GL |
| Trim | Base | S | GL450 / GL320 | GL550 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 255hp H6 | 310hp H6 | 335hp V8 | 382hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 185, 7 | 325, 11 | 440, 12 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-17 | 235/40-18 | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 |
| Total Price | $68,795 | $79,505 | $71,895 | $83,295 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -250 | -6,340 | -7,765 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $68,795 | $79,255 | $65,555 | $75,530 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10,460 | $0 | $9,975 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | GL | GL |
| Trim | Base | S | GL450 / GL320 | GL550 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $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 | ||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,130 | $7,380 | $13,470 | $14,895 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $250 | $6,340 | $7,765 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4 | -5,902 | -7,227 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Boxster | GL |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 121.1 in |
| Length | 172.1 in | 200.6 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 76.0 in |
| Height | 50.9 in | 72.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,944 lb. | 5,281 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 26.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 40.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 51.7 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 9.9 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 | 83.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 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 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 22% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wind blocker, small | 100 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 12% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 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 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 22% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wind blocker, small | 100 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 12% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Bose, 325W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1115 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL320
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 12% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Heat-reflective glass | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | 125 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2715 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 2765 | 50% |
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