Porsche Boxster Porsche Boxster 2016 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz M-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.

Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $86,220

Porsche Boxster S   
Difference: $16,420

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162012
ModelBoxsterM-Class
TrimSML63 AMG
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Base Price $63,900 $94,990
Power sport seats 2,320  
Premium Package Plus 2,950  
Infotainment Package 3,990  
Bose 505W 10 speakers 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710  
Rearview camera 1,515  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 2,520  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 1,790  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 825  
Audio controls on steering wheel 615  
Wood trim 1,790  
CD changer, in-dash 670  
Auto-dimming headlights 520  
Voice control for nav and audio 520  
Power-folding mirrors 320  
Heated steering wheel 270 225
6-speed manual 0  
AMG Performance Package   6,550
Power sport seats 0  
Premium Package Plus 0  
Infotainment Package 0  
Bose 505W 10 speakers 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0  
Rearview camera 0  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 0  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 0  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0  
Audio controls on steering wheel 0  
Wood trim 0  
CD changer, in-dash 0  
Auto-dimming headlights 0  
Voice control for nav and audio 0  
Power-folding mirrors 0  
Heated steering wheel 0 209
6-speed manual 0  
AMG Performance Package   6,092
Options (change) 21,325 6,775
Options (change) 0 6,301
Destination 995 875
Total Price $86,220 $102,640

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Porsche Boxster dealer quotes or Mercedes-Benz M-Class dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Porsche Boxster S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,155
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $89,622
Model Year20162012
ModelBoxsterM-Class
TrimSML63 AMG
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Engine315hp H6550hp V8
TransmissionM6T7
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG14/18 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)445, 10830, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-19265/45-20
Total Price$86,220$102,640
Adjustments for Features0-5,265
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$86,220$97,375

Return to top

Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Model Year20162012
ModelBoxsterM-Class
TrimSML63 AMG
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Power liftgate $350
Power rear side windows $200
Remote window/roof operation $15
Semi-automated parking system $500
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0
Driver drowsiness monitor $150
Hill descent control $250
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Lane departure warning $200
Rear side airbags $300
Roll bar$200 
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire $150
Trailer sway control $25
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails $250
Cargo area partition net $40
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net$40 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear wiper $175
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 
Mid-engine configuration$0 
Raised top speed limiter $0
Regenerative braking$0 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Power convertible top$4000 
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler $200
Retractable rear spoiler$400 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
App support$0 
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
DVD-compatible player $0
Off-road navigation system$0 
SD Card slot $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Chronometer $100
Compass $0
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Memory system, passenger seat $150
No leather in second row$-300 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars $500
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$5,255$10,520
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,265
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,900

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Model Year20162012
ModelBoxsterM-Class
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Wheelbase97.4 in114.8 in
Length172.2 in189.1 in
Width70.9 in75.2 in
Height50.5 in70.7 in
Curb Weight2,910 lb.5,238 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.24.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.6 in38.9 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 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in58.4 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in38.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
9.9 ft336.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
9.971.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S

Power sport seats
FeatureValueRequested?
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 seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested110085%
Total Not Requested20015%
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%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
App support0No
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%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML63 AMG

AMG Performance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Raised top speed limiter0No
Painted brake calipers (optional)0Yes
turbocharged
5.5L V8
DOHC-4v
550 hp@5750
560 lb-ft@2000
1000Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Porsche models.