2017 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2017 BMW 4 Series
When we compare the 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster's and the 2017 BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2017 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and reliability. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster's and the 2017 BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2017 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2017 BMW 4 Series Pricing
A used 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster ranges from $41,999 to $67,826 while a used 2017 BMW 4 Series is priced between $20,835 to $36,158.
2017 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2017 BMW 4 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster loses 29.4 percent of its value and the 2017 BMW 4 Series loses 47.3 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster retains 17.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 BMW 4 Series.
2017 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2017 BMW 4 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Porsche 718 Boxster is 7.7 out of 10 while the BMW 4 Series' quality rating is 7.1 out of 10. This results in the Porsche 718 Boxster being ranked 7 out of 26 Best Luxury Convertibles and the BMW 4 Series being ranked 18 out of 26.
2017 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2017 BMW 4 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Porsche 718 Boxster is 7.0 out of 10. For the BMW 4 Series the reliability rating is 7.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW 4 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Porsche 718 Boxster.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the 2017 BMW 4 Series base engine makes 248 horsepower. The 718 Boxster is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 400 miles. The 4 Series is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. This gives the 2017 BMW 4 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
41999 - 67826
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.293969
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
20835 - 36158
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.472913
Porsche 718 Boxster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.65 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 4 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche 718 Boxster Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 14Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 18Ranking
8 out of / 23Ranking
11 out of / 40Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
24 out of / 40Ranking
30 out of / 40BMW 4 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
15 out of / 19Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Porsche 718 Boxster Trim Levels
Base, S
2017 BMW 4 Series Trim Levels
430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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:
300 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1950 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.102 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 400 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
9.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.8 inches
Cargo Space:
7.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2944 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
50.4 inches
Length:
172.4 inches
Wheelbase:
97.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4050 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
54.5 inches
Length:
182.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/35ZR18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18