2018 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
In comparing the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster's and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster's and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2018 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Pricing
A used 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster ranges from $47,116 to $75,978 while a used 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is priced between $35,997 to $53,668.
2018 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster loses 29.4 percent of its value and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 47.3 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster retains 17.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
2018 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Porsche 718 Boxster is 7.7 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class' quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Porsche 718 Boxster being ranked 7 out of 26 Best Luxury Convertibles and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 5 out of 26.
2018 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Porsche 718 Boxster is 7.0 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class an advantage in reliability compared to the Porsche 718 Boxster.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 329 horsepower. The 718 Boxster is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 400 miles. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles.This gives the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
47116 - 75978
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.293969
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
35997 - 53668
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.473437
Porsche 718 Boxster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.65 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.594764 / 10
Reliability:
8.389528 / 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 / 40Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 18Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Porsche 718 Boxster Trim Levels
Base, GTS, S
2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
E 400, E 400 4MATIC, AMG E 43, AMG E 63 S, E 300, E 300 4MATIC
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 / 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:
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:
329 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
354 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 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:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 452 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:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
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:
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:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
48.4 inches
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.0 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:
4189 lbs
Width:
80.9 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
190 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
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:
245/45R18