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Porsche Boxster vs. Volkswagen Passat 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. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,135 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||||||
| Difference: $31,015 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Base | Black Edition | S | GTS | Spyder | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $52,100 | $59,100 | $63,900 | $74,600 | $82,100 | $29,895 | $32,195 | $32,950 |
| Convenience Package | 900 | |||||||
| Power sport seats | 2,320 | 2,320 | 2,320 | |||||
| Infotainment Package | 3,990 | 3,990 | 3,990 | 3,990 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | 710 | 710 | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 615 | 365 | 615 | 165 | ||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | 520 | 520 | 520 | 520 | 520 | |||
| HD radio | 1,040 | |||||||
| Interior ambient lighting | 340 | 340 | ||||||
| Proximity key | 790 | |||||||
| Premium Package Plus | 2,950 | 1,965 | ||||||
| Bose 505W 10 speakers | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Adaptive sport seats plus | 3,025 | 2,635 | ||||||
| Automatic climate control, front | 760 | |||||||
| Heated front seats | 530 | |||||||
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | 375 | |||||
| Cargo net | 95 | 95 | 95 | |||||
| Convenience Package | 0 | |||||||
| Power sport seats | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Infotainment Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| HD radio | 0 | |||||||
| Interior ambient lighting | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Proximity key | 0 | |||||||
| Premium Package Plus | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Bose 505W 10 speakers | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Adaptive sport seats plus | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Automatic climate control, front | 0 | |||||||
| Heated front seats | 0 | |||||||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | 300 | |||||
| Cargo net | 69 | 69 | 69 | |||||
| Options (change) | 9,055 | 6,085 | 11,105 | 10,375 | 9,485 | 470 | 470 | 470 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 369 | 369 | 369 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 770 | 770 | 770 |
| Total Price | $62,150 | $66,180 | $76,000 | $85,970 | $92,580 | $31,135 | $33,435 | $34,190 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster GTS | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $29,325 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $28,896 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Base | Black Edition | S | GTS | Spyder | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 265hp H6 | 265hp H6 | 315hp H6 | 330hp H6 | 375hp H6 | 170hp I5 | 140hp I4 D | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 | M6 | M6 | T6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 185, 7 | 185, 7 | 445, 10 | 445, 10 | 445, 10 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 235/35-20 | 235/40-19 | 235/35-20 | 235/35-20 | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $62,150 | $66,180 | $76,000 | $85,970 | $92,580 | $31,135 | $33,435 | $34,190 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,690 | -3,590 | -3,990 | -7,115 | -3,440 | 0 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $60,460 | $62,590 | $72,010 | $78,855 | $89,140 | $31,135 | $33,435 | $34,090 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,130 | $11,550 | $18,395 | $28,680 | $0 | $2,300 | $2,955 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Boxster | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Base | Black Edition | S | GTS | Spyder | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||||||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | $500 | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | $500 | ||||||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Convertible top | $3000 | |||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | |||||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||||
| Transmission | ||||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||||||
| Total Value of Features | $6,640 | $8,540 | $8,940 | $12,065 | $8,390 | $4,950 | $4,950 | $5,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,690 | $3,590 | $3,990 | $7,115 | $3,440 | $0 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -27 | -54 | -52 | -82 | -37 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2016 | 2012 |
| Model | Boxster | Passat |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 50.5 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,889 lb. | 3,167 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.6 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 51.7 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.6 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 9.9 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 525 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 22% |
| Power sport seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| 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 | 600 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Unbranded, 185W, 7 speakers | 350 | No |
| App support | 0 | 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 | 915 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster Black Edition
| Power sport seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| 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 | 600 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 54% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S
| Power sport seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| 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 | 600 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 54% |
| 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 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1075 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 46% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| App support | 0 | 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 | 915 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster GTS
| 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 |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| 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 |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 65% |
| 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 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1075 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 27% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Performance meter | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| 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 | 915 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster Spyder
| 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 |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| 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 |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 65% |
| Infotainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| App support | 0 | 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 | 915 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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