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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: $78,770 Porsche Boxster | ||||
| Difference: $39,060 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2013 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | GL |
| Trim | Base | S | GTS | GL63 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $52,100 | $63,900 | $74,600 | $116,925 |
| Premium Package Plus | 3,620 | 2,950 | 1,965 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,170 | 2,170 | 2,170 | |
| Adaptive sport seats plus | 3,825 | 3,825 | 3,025 | |
| Infotainment Package | 3,990 | 3,990 | 3,990 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 2,160 | 2,160 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | |
| Wood trim | 1,790 | 1,790 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Rearview camera | 1,515 | 1,515 | 1,515 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,790 | 1,790 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 1,250 | 1,250 | 0 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 520 | 520 | 520 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 825 | 825 | 825 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 520 | 520 | 520 | |
| Bose 505W 10 speakers | 0 | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 165 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 730 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 650 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | |||
| Premium Package Plus | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Adaptive sport seats plus | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Infotainment Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Rearview camera | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 0 | 0 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Bose 505W 10 speakers | 0 | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | |||
| Options (change) | 25,675 | 25,005 | 17,775 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 905 |
| Total Price | $78,770 | $89,900 | $93,370 | $117,830 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Porsche Boxster | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster GTS | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $27,970 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $98,340 | ||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2013 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | GL |
| Trim | Base | S | GTS | GL63 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 265hp H6 | 315hp H6 | 330hp H6 | 550hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 185, 7 | 445, 10 | 445, 10 | 830, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 235/40-19 | 235/35-20 | 295/40-21 |
| Total Price | $78,770 | $89,900 | $93,370 | $117,830 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -250 | -900 | -11,090 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $78,770 | $89,650 | $92,470 | $106,740 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10,880 | $13,700 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2013 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | GL |
| Trim | Base | S | GTS | GL63 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | |||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Around view cameras | $500 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||
| 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 | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |||
| Performance meter | $150 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $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 | |||
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,240 | $7,490 | $8,140 | $18,330 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $250 | $900 | $11,090 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3 | -10 | -10,320 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2016 | 2013 |
| Model | Boxster | GL |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in | 121.0 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 201.6 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 76.4 in |
| Height | 50.5 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,889 lb. | 5,402 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 26.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.6 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 51.7 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.6 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 9.9 | 49.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 | 93.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster
| 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 | 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 |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2350 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 5% |
| Adaptive sport seats plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| 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 thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 11% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Unbranded, 185W, 7 speakers | 350 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 915 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S
| 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 | 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 |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1850 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 6% |
| Adaptive sport seats plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| 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 thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 11% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 915 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| 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 thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 12% |
| 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 | 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 | 1350 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Performance meter | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1165 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 30% |
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