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Porsche Boxster vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Boxster vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $37,675

Volkswagen Golf / GTI R   
Difference: $34,555

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122017
ModelBoxsterGolf / GTI
TrimSR
Body2dr Convertible4dr Hatch
Base Price $58,600 $35,655
Sport Chrono Package 960  
7-speed automated manual 3,660  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710  
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable 2,810  
Heated front seats 525  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 725  
Front sport buckets 800  
Convenience Package 2,490  
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Cargo net   100
Sport Chrono Package 0  
7-speed automated manual 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0  
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable 0  
Heated front seats 0  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0  
Front sport buckets 0  
Convenience Package 0  
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Cargo net   80
Options (change) 12,680 1,200
Options (change) 0 1,136
Destination 950 820
Total Price $72,230 $37,675

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price: Volkswagen Golf / GTI R
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $34,715
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $35,081
Model Year20122017
ModelBoxsterGolf / GTI
TrimSR
Body2dr Convertible4dr Hatch
Engine310hp H6292hp I4
TransmissionS7S6
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/29 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)185, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$72,230$37,675
Adjustments for Features0-160
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$72,230$37,515

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Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20122017
ModelBoxsterGolf / GTI
TrimSR
Body2dr Convertible4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200 
6-speed automated manual $1100
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Universal garage door opener$100 
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Roll bar$200 
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Side curtain airbags $350
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration$0 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Power convertible top$4000 
Rear spoiler $200
Retractable rear spoiler$400 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Mirrorlink support $0
Satellite radio $200
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Automatic headlights $125
Chronometer$100 
Compass $0
Cornering lights$50 
Fog light, rear$100 
Fog lights$125 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Leather door panel trim$250 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
No leather in second row$-300 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$6,615$6,775
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$160
Value of Feature Adjustments0-154

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20122017
ModelBoxsterGolf / GTI
Body2dr Convertible4dr Hatch
Wheelbase95.1 in103.8 in
Length172.1 in167.5 in
Width70.9 in70.8 in
Height50.9 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,042 lb.3,340 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room51.7 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
9.9 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
9.952.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S

Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wind blocker, small100No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested115079%
Total Not Requested30021%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested200100%
Total Not Requested00%

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