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Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $76,545 Porsche Boxster S Black Edition | ||
| Difference: $61,770 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Boxster | SL |
| Trim | S Black Edition | SL600 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $65,200 | $133,200 |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | 650 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 2,090 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 800 | |
| Heated front seats | 525 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 2,025 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 595 | 510 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | 1,130 |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 0 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | 0 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 0 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 0 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 0 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | 474 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 451 | 1,051 |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Options (change) | 10,395 | 1,640 |
| Options (change) | 451 | 1,525 |
| Destination | 950 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 2,600 |
| Total Price | $76,545 | $138,315 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Porsche Boxster S Black Edition | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $51,950 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $118,325 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Boxster | SL |
| Trim | S Black Edition | SL600 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 320hp H6 | 510hp V12 |
| Transmission | M6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/26 MPG | 11/18 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 325, 11 | 250, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/35-19 | 255/40-18 |
| Total Price | $76,545 | $138,315 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -9,820 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $76,545 | $128,495 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Boxster | SL |
| Trim | S Black Edition | SL600 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | |
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,570 | $16,390 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $9,820 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -9,150 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Boxster | SL |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 100.8 in |
| Length | 172.1 in | 178.5 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 50.9 in | 51.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,987 lb. | 4,455 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 51.7 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 42.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 | 10.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S Black Edition
| 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 | 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 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 | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL600
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
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