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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: $70,710 Mercedes-Benz SLC AMG SLC43 | ||
| Difference: $7,860 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $63,085 Porsche Boxster S | ||
| Difference: $2,741 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Boxster | SLC |
| Trim | S | AMG SLC43 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $55,700 | $60,300 |
| Base Invoice | $43,512 | $56,079 |
| Sport Chrono Package | 920 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,990 | 990 |
| Preferred Package | 2,190 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | |
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 2,805 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 1,090 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 550 | |
| Navigation system | 3,110 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 725 | 350 |
| Wood trim | 890 | 325 |
| Wind blocker, small | 375 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 990 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | 2,100 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | 720 |
| Premium 3 Package | 7,100 | |
| Sport Chrono Package | 782 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,692 | 921 |
| Preferred Package | 1,862 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 2,597 | |
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 2,384 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 927 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 451 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 468 | |
| Navigation system | 2,644 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 616 | 326 |
| Wood trim | 757 | 302 |
| Wind blocker, small | 319 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 842 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | 1,785 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 587 | 670 |
| Premium 3 Package | 6,603 | |
| Options (change) | 22,010 | 9,485 |
| Options (change) | 18,713 | 8,822 |
| Destination | 860 | 925 |
| Total Price | $78,570 | $70,710 |
| Total Invoice | $63,085 | $65,826 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz SLC AMG SLC43 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,405 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,145 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Boxster | SLC |
| Trim | S | AMG SLC43 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 295hp H6 | 362hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/25 MPG | 20/29 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 325, 11 | 500, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $78,570 | $70,710 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -9,545 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $78,570 | $61,165 |
| Total Invoice | $63,085 | $65,826 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -8,886 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $63,085 | $56,940 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Boxster | SLC |
| Trim | S | AMG SLC43 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Power convertible top | $4000 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,355 | $16,900 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $9,545 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -8,886 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Boxster | SLC |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 95.7 in |
| Length | 170.4 in | 162.8 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 51.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,053 lb. | 3,541 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 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 | 41.6 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 S
| Sport Chrono Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Chronometer | 100 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 33% |
| Preferred Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Bose, 325W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 33% |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 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 |
| Total Requested | 950 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLC AMG SLC43
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | 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 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 25% |
| Total Not Requested | 3590 | 75% |
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