Porsche Boxster Porsche Boxster 2006 Subaru Forester Subaru Forester 2008

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

Join Us

Porsche Boxster vs. Subaru Forester 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. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $0

Porsche Boxster S   
Difference: $27,340

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2006200620082008
ModelBoxsterBoxsterForesterForester
TrimBaseS2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $0 $0 $26,695 $27,895
Options (change) 0 0 0 0
Options (change) 0 0 0 0
Destination 0 0 645 645
Total Price $0 $0 $27,340 $28,540

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 Subaru Forester 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. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Porsche Boxster S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,030
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,855
Model Year2006200620082008
ModelBoxsterBoxsterForesterForester
TrimBaseS2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine240hp H6280hp H6173hp H4224hp H4
TransmissionM5M6A4M5
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)50, 4230, 7120, 7155, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-17235/40-18215/60-16215/55-17
Total Price$0$0$27,340$28,540
Adjustments for Features0-150-11,460-10,495
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$0$-150$15,880$18,045
Cost Above Minimum$150$0$0$2,165

Return to top

Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year2006200620082008
ModelBoxsterBoxsterForesterForester
TrimBaseS2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  $0
6-speed manual $150  
4-speed automatic  $800 
RWD$0$0  
AWD  $1700$1700
Accessories 
Cruise control  $150$150
Power front side windows  $250$250
Power locks  $275$275
Power rear side windows  $200$200
Remote keyless entry  $225$225
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150
Universal garage door opener  $100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0
Antilock brakes (ABS)  $400$400
Front side airbags  $350$350
Tire-pressure monitor  $75$75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75$75
Cargo mat  $40 
Console with shifter  $150$150
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Roof rack  $300$300
Climate Control 
Air conditioning  $900$900
Automatic climate control, front  $200$200
Interior air filter  $0$0
Rear defrost  $200$200
Rear wiper  $175$175
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75
Wiper de-icer  $25$25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300$300
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration$0$0  
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding  $350$350
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   $25
Hood scoop   $100
Sunroof, large  $1100$1100
Infotainment 
Aux input  $50$50
CD changer, in-dash  $325$325
MP3-compatible player  $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150 
Automatic-off headlights  $25$25
Compass  $0 
Fog lights  $125$125
Heated mirrors  $25$25
Outside temperature display  $50$50
Power mirrors  $150$150
Tachometer  $75$75
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Visor mirror, driver  $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row  $75$75
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Floor mats  $75$75
Folding second row seats  $300$300
Heated front seats  $200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel   $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350$350
Total Value of Features$0$150$11,460$10,495
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$150$11,460$10,495
Value of Feature Adjustments00-10,720-9,841

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20062008
ModelBoxsterForester
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Wheelbase95.1 in99.4 in
Length170.4 in176.6 in
Width70.9 in68.3 in
Height51.0 in65.0 in
Curb Weight2,856 lb.3,166 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room51.7 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in51.6 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
9.9 ft332.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
9.957.7 ft3

Return to top

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.