2015 BMW Z4 vs. 2015 Porsche Boxster
When comparing the 2015 BMW Z4's and the 2015 Porsche Boxster's specifications and ratings, the 2015 BMW Z4 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2015 Porsche Boxster has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 BMW Z4's and the 2015 Porsche Boxster's specifications and ratings, the 2015 BMW Z4 is a better car than the 2015 Porsche Boxster.
2015 BMW Z4 vs. 2015 Porsche Boxster Pricing
A used 2015 BMW Z4 ranges from $20,915 to $34,978 while a used 2015 Porsche Boxster is priced between $34,812 to $67,796.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 BMW Z4’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2015 Porsche Boxster base engine makes 265 horsepower. The Z4 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The Boxster is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 507 miles.This gives the 2015 BMW Z4 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 Porsche Boxster the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
20915 - 34978
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.443609
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
34812 - 67796
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
BMW Z4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.570496 / 10
Reliability:
8.140992 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Boxster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW Z4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 23Ranking
16 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 40Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 20Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
33 out of / 40Ranking
37 out of / 40Porsche Boxster Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 BMW Z4 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, sDrive35i, sDrive35is
2015 Porsche Boxster Trim Levels
Base, GTS, S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
265 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
206 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.092 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 34 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 507 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
47.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3263 lbs
Width:
76.8 inches
Height:
50.8 inches
Length:
167 inches
Wheelbase:
98.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2888 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
50 inches
Length:
172.2 inches
Wheelbase:
97.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45ZR18