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Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC 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 SLC Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $73,555 Mercedes-Benz SLC AMG SLC43 | ||||
| Difference: $5,685 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2018 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | SLC |
| Trim | Base | S | GTS | AMG SLC43 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $52,100 | $63,900 | $74,600 | $61,350 |
| Adaptive sport seats plus | 3,825 | 3,825 | 3,025 | |
| Premium Package Plus | 3,620 | 2,950 | 1,965 | |
| Infotainment Package | 3,990 | 3,990 | 3,990 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,170 | 2,170 | 2,170 | |
| Carbon fiber trim | 1,515 | 1,515 | 1,790 | 1,750 |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 520 | 520 | 520 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 520 | 520 | 520 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 825 | 825 | 825 | 350 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,790 | 1,790 | 990 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | |
| Rearview camera | 1,515 | 1,515 | 1,515 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 615 | 615 | 165 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | 2,890 | 2,890 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | 720 |
| Bose 505W 10 speakers | 0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | |||
| Premium 3 Package | 6,650 | |||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 750 | |||
| Adaptive sport seats plus | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Premium Package Plus | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Infotainment Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Carbon fiber trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,628 |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 0 | 0 | 0 | 326 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 0 | 0 | 921 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Rearview camera | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 670 |
| Bose 505W 10 speakers | 0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | |||
| Premium 3 Package | 6,185 | |||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 698 | |||
| Options (change) | 26,145 | 25,475 | 18,835 | 11,210 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10,428 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $79,240 | $90,370 | $94,430 | $73,555 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz SLC AMG SLC43 | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster GTS | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,990 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $61,632 | ||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2018 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | SLC |
| Trim | Base | S | GTS | AMG SLC43 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 265hp H6 | 315hp H6 | 330hp H6 | 362hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 185, 7 | 445, 10 | 445, 10 | 500, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 235/40-19 | 235/35-20 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $79,240 | $90,370 | $94,430 | $73,555 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -500 | -1,725 | -6,305 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $79,240 | $89,870 | $92,705 | $67,250 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10,630 | $13,465 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2018 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | SLC |
| Trim | Base | S | GTS | AMG SLC43 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | |||
| Remote climate control | $25 | |||
| Remote start via app | $75 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |||
| 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 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |||
| Performance meter | $150 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| 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 | $7,430 | $7,930 | $9,155 | $13,735 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $500 | $1,725 | $6,305 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6 | -18 | -5,870 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC
| Model Year | 2016 | 2018 |
| Model | Boxster | SLC |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in | 95.7 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 162.8 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 50.5 in | 51.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,889 lb. | 3,297 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.6 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 51.7 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.6 in | 42.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 | 10.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster
| Adaptive sport seats plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 33% |
| Premium Package Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| 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 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 23% |
| 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
| Adaptive sport seats plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 33% |
| Premium Package Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| 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 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 29% |
| 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
| 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 | No |
| 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 | 1250 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 15% |
| Adaptive sport seats plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 35% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLC AMG SLC43
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | Yes |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD player | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2665 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1900 | 42% |
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