Porsche Boxster vs. Tesla Model S Feature Comparison

Model Year	2016	2016	2016	2016	2016	2018	2018	2018
Model	Boxster	Boxster	Boxster	Boxster	Boxster	Model S	Model S	Model S
Trim	Base	Black Edition	S	GTS	Spyder	75D	100D	P100D
Engines (hide)
2.7L H6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6700 206 lb-ft@4400
3.4L H6 DOHC-4v 315 hp@6700 266 lb-ft@4500
3.4L H6 DOHC-4v 330 hp@6700 273 lb-ft@4500
4.0L H6 DOHC-4v 414 hp@7600 309 lb-ft@5000
Electric 328 hp 387 lb-ft
Electric 491 hp 0 lb-ft
Electric 600 hp 713 lb-ft
Transmissions (hide)
6-speed manual
7-speed automated manual
1-speed automatic
Drivetrains (hide)
RWD
AWD
Tires (hide)
265/45ZR18 tires
235/45ZR18 tires
235/40ZR19 tires
235/35ZR20 tires
265/40ZR19 tires
265/35ZR20 tires
245/45VR19 tires
245/35YR21 tires
265/35YR21 tires
Audio Systems (hide)
Unbranded, 50W, 4 speakers
Bose, 505W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)
Burmester, 821W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)
Unbranded, 185W, 7 speakers
Unbranded, 200W, 7 speakers
Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)
Accessories (hide)
Adaptive cruise control, all-speedAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.   [?]
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign awareAutomatically maintains speed based on preceding car and speed limit signs. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.   [?]
Automatically maintains speed based on preceding car and speed limit signs. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.
Automated lane changeChange lanes by tapping turn signal.   [?]
Change lanes by tapping turn signal.
Automated parking system, remoteCar enters and exits parking spaces and garages without a driver in the car. Controlled by key fob or remote app.   [?]
Car enters and exits parking spaces and garages without a driver in the car. Controlled by key fob or remote app.
Autonomous driving (once fully developed)Tell the car where to go and it does the rest. Subject to future system validation and regulatory approval.   [?]
Tell the car where to go and it does the rest. Subject to future system validation and regulatory approval.
Cruise control
Heated steering wheel
Park seek (once fully developed)The car autonomously searches for a parking spot before parking itself. Subject to future system validation and regulatory approval.   [?]
The car autonomously searches for a parking spot before parking itself. Subject to future system validation and regulatory approval.
Power charge port door
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   [?]
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power liftgateLiftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.   [?]
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.
Power locks
Power rear side windows
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.   [?]
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote appCheck on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee.   [?]
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   [?]
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Semi-automated parking systemAutomatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator.   [?]
Automatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator.
Semi-autonomous drivingThe car steers itself with no requirement that the driver keep a hand on the steering wheel. Can require that the driver take over at any time.   [?]
The car steers itself with no requirement that the driver keep a hand on the steering wheel. Can require that the driver take over at any time.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Universal garage door openerHomelink.   [?]
Homelink.
Wind blocker, smallRemovable or foldable barrier extends upward behind the front seatbacks, preventing cold air from entering the front seat area.   [?]
Removable or foldable barrier extends upward behind the front seatbacks, preventing cold air from entering the front seat area.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety (hide)
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   [?]
Rear disc brakes.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   [?]
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   [?]
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Automatic braking, high-speed or partialIf collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.   [?]
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.   [?]
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Ceramic brake rotorsCeramic composite brake rotors.   [?]
Ceramic composite brake rotors.
Fire extinguisher
Forward collision warningAlerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.   [?]
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   [?]
Mandatory, in all cars.
Hill start assistApplies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.   [?]
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.
Knee airbag, driver
Knee airbag, passenger
Lane departure warningAlerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.   [?]
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.
Obstacle detection, frontBeeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.   [?]
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.   [?]
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Performance braking system (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   [?]
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation systemPrepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat   [?]
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat
Rearview cameraRearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.   [?]
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.
Roll bar
Rollover sensorDeploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.   [?]
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   [?]
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).   [?]
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   [?]
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Torque vectoring, brake-basedUses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control.   [?]
Uses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   [?]
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Cargo Management (hide)
Cargo cover
Cargo mat
Cargo net
Console with shifter
Console without shifter
Storage beneath cargo floorLarge storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.   [?]
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
Climate Control (hide)
Air conditioning
Automatic air recirculationAutomatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.   [?]
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   [?]
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   [?]
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Heated windshield washer nozzles
HEPA interior air filterHighly effective interior air filter.   [?]
Highly effective interior air filter.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.   [?]
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Ionizing air filtrationIonizes air to clean it. Might create high levels of ozone.   [?]
Ionizes air to clean it. Might create high levels of ozone.
Rain-sensing wipersWipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.   [?]
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Rear air ventsVents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.   [?]
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Rear defrost
Residual heatProvides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.   [?]
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.   [?]
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Water-repellent front-door glassMakes rain bead up and roll off the windows.   [?]
Makes rain bead up and roll off the windows.
Wiper de-icerHeating elements defrost area where front wipers rest.   [?]
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest.
Drivetrain (hide)
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)Can vary engine mount stiffness to maximize performance or comfort.   [?]
Can vary engine mount stiffness to maximize performance or comfort.
Limited-slip rear differentialWhen one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.   [?]
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.
Engine / Motor (hide)
10 kW onboard chargerTriple level charger, fastest charge times with 220V source.    [?]
Triple level charger, fastest charge times with 220V source.
100 kWh battery pack
400 kWh a year of DC charging credits
75 kWh battery pack
Automatic start / stopAutomatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system.   [?]
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system.
DC quick-charging capabilityAllows for quick charging to 80 percent capacity at 440V charging stations. Using such chargers frequently might degrade the battery.   [?]
Allows for quick charging to 80 percent capacity at 440V charging stations. Using such chargers frequently might degrade the battery.
Dual-mode exhaust, switchableValves open in the exhaust at high rpm and/or during brisk acceleration, for power boost and/or richer sound. Valves can also be opened with a switch.   [?]
Valves open in the exhaust at high rpm and/or during brisk acceleration, for power boost and/or richer sound. Valves can also be opened with a switch.
High amperage chargerIncreases charge rate when using an upgraded at-home charger.   [?]
Increases charge rate when using an upgraded at-home charger.
Mid-engine configurationThe engine is located behind the driver but ahead of the rear axle.   [?]
The engine is located behind the driver but ahead of the rear axle.
Regenerative brakingSmart alternator recharges battery only while braking, to improve fuel economy.   [?]
Smart alternator recharges battery only while braking, to improve fuel economy.
Sport exhaustChanges sound of exhaust and/or appearance of the tips. In some cases might slightly improve performance.   [?]
Changes sound of exhaust and/or appearance of the tips. In some cases might slightly improve performance.
Exterior (hide)
Black exterior trim (optional)
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   [?]
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Carbon fiber rear spoiler
Convertible topManual opening.   [?]
Manual opening.
Glass roof panel(s)One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed.   [?]
One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed.
Metallic paint (extra cost)
Paint, special
Paint, special black
Paint, special red
Paint, special white
Painted brake calipers (optional)
Panoramic sunroofFront glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.   [?]
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.
Power convertible top
Retractable rear spoilerSpoiler extends automatically at high speeds. Otherwise flush with body. Can be manually extended and retracted.   [?]
Spoiler extends automatically at high speeds. Otherwise flush with body. Can be manually extended and retracted.
Sport front fascia (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   [?]
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   [?]
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Gas Guzzler Tax (hide)
-7500
Infotainment (hide)
4G LTE connectivityHigher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period.   [?]
Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period.
App supportTouchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.    [?]
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.
Audio controls on steering wheel
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.   [?]
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth audio streamingUses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.   [?]
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.   [?]
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.   [?]
Includes CD player.
CD player
Center stack smartphone cradle
DVD-Audio-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.   [?]
Audio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.
HD radioHigh-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.   [?]
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
In-vehicle InternetConnects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee.   [?]
Connects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee.
Media driveBuilt-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files.   [?]
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.   [?]
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation map updates, seven years
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.   [?]
Screen-based navigation system.
Off-road navigation systemEnables navigation even without roads. Requires and does not include the value of a navigation system.   [?]
Enables navigation even without roads. Requires and does not include the value of a navigation system.
Range alertAlerts driver when the car is moving out of range of any quick charging station.   [?]
Alerts driver when the car is moving out of range of any quick charging station.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.   [?]
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
Surround sound
Traffic informationInformation about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.   [?]
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.   [?]
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.   [?]
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Voice recorder
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors (hide)
Auto-dimming driver-side mirrorDriver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   [?]
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming headlightsHigh beams automatically turned on and off.   [?]
High beams automatically turned on and off.
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirrorPassenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   [?]
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   [?]
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.   [?]
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
ChronometerStopwatch, lap timer. Usually includes an analog clock.   [?]
Stopwatch, lap timer. Usually includes an analog clock.
Cornering lightsLights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned.   [?]
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned.
Fog light, rearMake it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog.   [?]
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   [?]
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Headlight washers
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.   [?]
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   [?]
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   [?]
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.   [?]
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster displayThe information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches.   [?]
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches.
Large energy flow and fuel economy displayStandard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.   [?]
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.
LED headlightsLED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types.   [?]
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types.
LED tail lightsOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   [?]
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   [?]
Front row reading lights.
Mirror tilt-down in reverseOne or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.   [?]
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
Outside temperature display
Performance meterMeasures and displays lateral acceleration. Some also measure and display 0-60, quarter mile, etc.   [?]
Measures and displays lateral acceleration. Some also measure and display 0-60, quarter mile, etc.
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.   [?]
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   [?]
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Power-folding mirrorsMirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.   [?]
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Rear reading lights
Speed limit informationDisplays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability.   [?]
Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.   [?]
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
TachometerReports engine speed.   [?]
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.   [?]
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors
Visor mirror, driver
Visor mirror, passenger
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.   [?]
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim (hide)
Front buckets
Front sport buckets
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench
Third-row 2-person bench
Aluminum trimReal aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.   [?]
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel
Carbon fiber trimWon't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together.   [?]
Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together.
Center armrest(s), front row
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Dark-colored headliner (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   [?]
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Door sill trim plates
Floor mats
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   [?]
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Folding third row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   [?]
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats
Heated second row seats
Illuminated carbon fiber door sill trim plates
Leather door panel trim
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.   [?]
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather upholstery, extended coverageLeather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.   [?]
Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Manual height adjuster, driver seat
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat
Memory system, driver seat
Metal pedals
No leather in second row
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.   [?]
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.   [?]
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Power recliner, driver seat
Power recliner, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.   [?]
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.   [?]
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power thigh bolsters, driver seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns.   [?]
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns.
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns.   [?]
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns.
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   [?]
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   [?]
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   [?]
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   [?]
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Racing seatsSingle-piece aggressively bolstered seats. Cannot recline. Often lightweight.   [?]
Single-piece aggressively bolstered seats. Cannot recline. Often lightweight.
Rear-facing third row seatsSeat faces rearward.   [?]
Seat faces rearward.
Synthetic leather seating surfacesA.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.   [?]
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.
Synthetic suede door panel trimSuede-like trim on the door panels.   [?]
Suede-like trim on the door panels.
Synthetic suede headlinerUsually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.   [?]
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.   [?]
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.
Synthetic suede steering wheelSynthetic suede steering wheel rim.   [?]
Synthetic suede steering wheel rim.
Two-tone upholstery (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   [?]
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Upgraded leather upholsteryNo additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.   [?]
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
Upholstered instrument panel
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.   [?]
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheelReal wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.   [?]
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires (hide)
Adaptive dampers - electricalShocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.   [?]
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustableAir springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height.   [?]
Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height.
Alloy wheels
Electronic systems calibration selectorVaries throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.   [?]
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   [?]
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Variable assist steering (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   [?]
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Wheel locksLug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.   [?]
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.
Wheels, dark finish
Transmission (hide)
Launch controlElectronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch.   [?]
Electronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch.
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controlsPaddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.   [?]
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.

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Infotainment Package

Features
App support

Premium Package Plus

Features
Proximity key
Interior ambient lighting

Power sport seats

Features
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Memory system, driver seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat

Convenience Package

Features
Automatic climate control, front
Heated front seats
Dual-zone climate control
Residual heat
Automatic air recirculation

Auto-dimming mirrors

Features
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Rain-sensing wipers
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror

Sport Chrono Package

Features
Chronometer
Electronic systems calibration selector
Launch control
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)

CDR Plus Audio System

Features
Satellite radio
DVD-Audio-compatible player
USB port

PCM

Features
Navigation system
Traffic information
Off-road navigation system
Media drive
Media drive
USB port

Porsche Dynamic Light System

Features
Steering-linked headlights
Xenon HID headlights
Headlight washers

Sport Chrono Package

Features
Performance meter

Sport seats plus

Features
Front sport buckets

Leather Package

Features

Adaptive sport seats plus

Features
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat

Power sport seats

Features
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Memory system, driver seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat

Sport Chrono Package

Features
Chronometer
Electronic systems calibration selector
Launch control
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)

Sport Chrono Package

Features
Performance meter

Sport seats plus

Features
Front sport buckets

Leather Package

Features

Adaptive sport seats plus

Features
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat

Premium Package Plus

Features
Proximity key
Interior ambient lighting

Power sport seats

Features
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Memory system, driver seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat

Convenience Package

Features
Automatic climate control, front
Heated front seats
Dual-zone climate control
Residual heat
Automatic air recirculation

Auto-dimming mirrors

Features
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Rain-sensing wipers
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror

Sport Chrono Package

Features
Chronometer
Electronic systems calibration selector
Launch control
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)

Infotainment Package

Features
App support

CDR Plus Audio System

Features
Satellite radio
DVD-Audio-compatible player
USB port

PCM

Features
Navigation system
Traffic information
Off-road navigation system
Media drive
Media drive
USB port

Porsche Dynamic Light System

Features
Steering-linked headlights
Xenon HID headlights
Headlight washers

Sport Chrono Package

Features
Performance meter

Sport seats plus

Features
Front sport buckets

Adaptive sport seats plus

Features
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat

Premium Package Plus

Features
Proximity key
Interior ambient lighting

Power sport seats

Features
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Memory system, driver seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat

Convenience Package

Features
Automatic climate control, front
Heated front seats
Dual-zone climate control
Residual heat
Automatic air recirculation

Auto-dimming mirrors

Features
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Rain-sensing wipers
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror

Infotainment Package

Features
Surround sound
Performance meter
App support

CDR Plus Audio System

Features
Satellite radio
DVD-Audio-compatible player
USB port

PCM

Features
Navigation system
Traffic information
Off-road navigation system
Media drive
Media drive
USB port

Adaptive sport seats plus

Features
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat

Power sport seats

Features
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Memory system, driver seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat

Auto-dimming mirrors

Features
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Rain-sensing wipers
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror

CDR Plus Audio System

Features
Satellite radio
DVD-Audio-compatible player
USB port

PCM

Features
Navigation system
Traffic information
Off-road navigation system
Media drive
Media drive
USB port

Adaptive sport seats plus

Features
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat

Premium Upgrades Package

Features
Satellite radio
Surround sound
HEPA interior air filter

Enhanced Autopilot

Features
Auto-dimming headlights
Semi-automated parking system
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware
Automated lane change
Automated parking system, remote
Semi-autonomous driving

Full Self-Driving Capability

Features
Park seek (once fully developed)
Autonomous driving (once fully developed)

Subzero Weather Package

Features
Heated second row seats
Heated steering wheel
Wiper de-icer
Heated windshield washer nozzles

Premium interior

Features
Synthetic leather seating surfaces
Synthetic suede headliner

Premium Upgrades Package

Features
Satellite radio
Surround sound
HEPA interior air filter

Enhanced Autopilot

Features
Auto-dimming headlights
Semi-automated parking system
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware
Automated lane change
Automated parking system, remote
Semi-autonomous driving

Full Self-Driving Capability

Features
Park seek (once fully developed)
Autonomous driving (once fully developed)

Subzero Weather Package

Features
Heated second row seats
Heated steering wheel
Wiper de-icer
Heated windshield washer nozzles

Premium interior

Features
Synthetic leather seating surfaces
Synthetic suede headliner

Enhanced Autopilot

Features
Auto-dimming headlights
Semi-automated parking system
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware
Automated lane change
Automated parking system, remote
Semi-autonomous driving

Full Self-Driving Capability

Features
Park seek (once fully developed)
Autonomous driving (once fully developed)

Premium interior

Features
Synthetic leather seating surfaces
Synthetic suede headliner