2018 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster
When comparing the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette's and the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette's and the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette is a better car than the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster.
2018 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster Pricing
A used 2018 Chevrolet Corvette ranges from $47,488 to $89,690 while a used 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster is priced between $47,116 to $75,978.
2018 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette loses 27.4 percent of its value and the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster loses 29.4 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette retains 2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster.
2018 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Corvette is 8.0 out of 10 while the Porsche 718 Boxster's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Corvette being ranked 6 out of 20 Best Luxury 2-seater Cars and the Porsche 718 Boxster being ranked 4 out of 20. Out of 26 Best Luxury Convertibles, the Chevrolet Corvette is ranked 8 and the Porsche 718 Boxster is ranked 7. The Chevrolet Corvette is also ranked 14 out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars while the Porsche 718 Boxster is ranked 11 out of 40.
2018 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Corvette is 7.6 out of 10. For the Porsche 718 Boxster the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Corvette a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Porsche 718 Boxster.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette’s base engine makes 455 horsepower, and the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Corvette is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 463 miles. The 718 Boxster is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 400 miles.This gives the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
47488 - 89690
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.274407
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
47116 - 75978
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.293969
Chevrolet Corvette Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.02635 / 10
Reliability:
7.5527 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche 718 Boxster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.65 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Corvette Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
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2 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 14Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
9 out of / 40Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 40Ranking
13 out of / 40Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 40Ranking
16 out of / 40Porsche 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 / 40Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Chevrolet Corvette Trim Levels
Grand Sport, Stingray, Stingray Z51, Z06
2018 Porsche 718 Boxster Trim Levels
Base, GTS, S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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:
455 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
460 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.135 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 25 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
296 / 463 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
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:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
52.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3362 lbs
Width:
73.9 inches
Height:
48.9 inches
Length:
176.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/35ZR19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/35ZR18