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Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series 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 Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $73,295 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $10,690 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Cayman | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $60,200 | $60,100 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 1,560 | |
| Sport Chrono Package | 1,320 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,990 | 1,000 |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | |
| iPod integration | 440 | |
| Navigation system | 3,110 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 690 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 3,420 | 2,900 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 550 |
| Floor mats | 90 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 695 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 950 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 550 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 990 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | |
| Wood trim | 890 | 0 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 595 | |
| Satellite radio | 750 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 750 | |
| Premium Package | 4,350 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 0 | |
| Sport Chrono Package | 306 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,692 | 910 |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 2,597 | |
| iPod integration | 0 | |
| Navigation system | 0 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 587 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | 2,640 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 500 |
| Floor mats | 0 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 0 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 0 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 468 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 842 | |
| Heated front seats | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 451 | |
| Wood trim | 757 | 0 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | |
| Satellite radio | 0 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 685 | |
| Premium Package | 3,960 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 22,835 | 11,000 |
| Options (change) | 7,700 | 10,015 |
| Destination | 950 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $83,985 | $73,295 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayman S | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,265 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $55,729 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Cayman | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 320hp H6 | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/29 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 235, 9 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $83,985 | $73,295 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,575 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $83,985 | $69,720 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Cayman | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic seat belt presenters, front row | $100 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,155 | $5,730 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,575 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,301 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Cayman | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 171.1 in | 181.1 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 70.2 in |
| Height | 51.4 in | 54.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,075 lb. | 3,715 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 0.0 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 51.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.5 ft3 | 11.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S
| Sport Chrono Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Chronometer | 100 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 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 |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2565 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 20% |
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