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Porsche Boxster vs. BMW Z4 Price Comparison

Porsche Boxster vs BMW Z4 Price Comparison:
Porsche Boxster vs BMW Z4 Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Porsche Boxster vs. BMW Z4 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Boxster vs. Z4 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Boxster and Z4 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the BMW Z4 sDrive35i's price is $2,135 lower than the Porsche Boxster's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Boxster vs. Z4 Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the BMW Z4 sDrive35i, the Porsche Boxster includes additional features worth $0. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, after a $4205 adjustment for the BMW Z4 sDrive35i's additional features, the BMW Z4 sDrive35i is $2,135 less than the Porsche Boxster.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW Z4

Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW Z4 sDrive35i
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Boxster
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,135
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,513
Model Year20082012
ModelBoxsterZ4
TrimBasesDrive35i
Body2dr Convertible2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine265hp H6300hp I6
TransmissionM5M6
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/29 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers50, 4?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)x-225/40-18
Total Price63,62565,695
Adjustments for Features0-4,205
Feature-Adjusted Total Price63,62561,490
Total Invoice55,20860,600
Adjustments for Features0-3,879
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice55,20856,721

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Invoice Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW Z4

Price Comparison (MSRP): Porsche Boxster vs. BMW Z4

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.

Lowest Total Price: Porsche Boxster
Difference: 2,070
Lowest Total Invoice: Porsche Boxster
Difference: 5,392
Model Year20082012
ModelBoxsterZ4
TrimBasesDrive35i
Body2dr Convertible2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price45,80055,150
Base Invoice39,92350,920
Sport Chrono Package920 
Adaptive shocks - electrical1,990 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror690 
Adaptive Sports Seats3,055 
Xenon HID headlights1,090 
Metallic paint (extra cost)690550
Automatic climate control, front550 
Floor mats115 
Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel1,360 
Heated front seats480 
CD changer, remote650600
Obstacle detection, rear530750
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1,7351,350
Navigation system3,110 
Cold Weather Package 850
Navigation system  2,150
Premium Package 1,100
Sport Package 2,300
Sport Chrono Package 0
Adaptive shocks - electrical 0
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 0
Adaptive Sports Seats 0
Xenon HID headlights 0
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500
Automatic climate control, front 0
Floor mats 0
Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel 0
Heated front seats 0
CD changer, remote 545
Obstacle detection, rear 685
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 1,230
Navigation system 0
Cold Weather Package 775
Navigation system  1,955
Premium Package 1,000
Sport Package 2,095
Total options16,9659,650
Total options14,4258,785
Destination860895
Total Price63,62565,695
Total Invoice55,20860,600

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Features Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW Z4

Model Year20082012
ModelBoxsterZ4
TrimBasesDrive35i
Body2dr Convertible2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manual $150
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver $100
Knee airbag, passenger $100
Obstacle detection, front $200
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Ski sack $50
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Aux input $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
HD radio $100
iPod integration $150
Media drive, large $100
MP3-compatible player $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar $350
Traffic information $50
Voice control for external devices $50
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Exterior 
Power convertible top$750 
Power retractable hardtop $2750
Retractable rear spoiler$500 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Chronometer$100 
Fog light, rear$100 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Powertrain 
Automatic start / stop $300
Raised top speed limiter $0
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
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$2,140$6,345
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,205
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,879

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Boxster vs. BMW Z4

Model Year20082012
ModelBoxsterZ4
Body2dr Convertible2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase95.1 in98.3 in
Length170.4 in166.9 in
Width70.9 in70.5 in
Height51.0 in50.8 in
Curb Weight2,855 lb.3,494 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room51.7 in53.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in42.2 in
Cargo Volume9.9 ft310.9 ft3

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Option Package Details

Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Power fore-aft, driver100Yes
Power height, driver50Yes
Power tilt, driver100Yes
Power lumbar, 4-way, driver150Yes
Power fore-aft, passenger100Yes
Memory system, driver200Yes
Power height, passenger50Yes
Power tilt, passenger100Yes
Total Requested115085%
Total Not Requested20015%

Option Package Details
sDrive35i

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Obstacle detection, front200No
Total Requested30060%
Total Not Requested20040%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats300Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Cargo net40Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested39080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information50No
Media hard drive100No
Telematics service, such as OnStar350No
Text-to-speech reader50No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Total Requested60046%
Total Not Requested70054%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested70082%
Total Not Requested15018%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Adaptive shocks - electrical750Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
225/40WR18 tires200No
255/35WR18 tires200No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Total Requested105058%
Total Not Requested75042%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Porsche Boxster

Price of the Porsche Boxster: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2002 2dr Convertible 217-horsepower 2.7L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 this one, 7 years old was affordable
Price of the Porsche Boxster: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Convertible 295-horsepower 3.4L H6
6-speed manual RWD		 Porsche charges an arm and a leg for every little option.
2000 2dr Convertible 217-horsepower 2.7L H6
5-speed manual RWD		 I got this car for less than $10,000 from a dealer. No accidents. But because it is a Porsche, people assume I am rich and charge me much more for service. Including Detail Shops, which charge double to clean a Boxster than an equally sized Mazda Miata.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the BMW Z4

Price of the BMW Z4: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Due to poor sales the local dealers were offering cars a dealer invoice
2003 2dr Convertible 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Its a great value used, not so much new.
Price of the BMW Z4: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 a bit expensive

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