2021 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2020 BMW 4 Series
When comparing the 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster's and the 2020 BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster's and the 2020 BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster is a better car than the 2020 BMW 4 Series.
2021 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2020 BMW 4 Series Pricing
A used 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster ranges from $65,233 to $140,226 while a used 2020 BMW 4 Series is priced between $24,989 to $41,221.
2021 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2020 BMW 4 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster loses 29.4 percent of its value and the 2020 BMW 4 Series loses 50 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster retains 20.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 BMW 4 Series.
2021 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2020 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 6.9 out of 10. This results in the Porsche 718 Boxster being ranked 4 out of 20 Best Luxury 2-seater Cars and the BMW 4 Series being ranked 21 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars.
2021 Porsche 718 Boxster vs. 2020 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 5.8 out of 10. This gives the Porsche 718 Boxster an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 4 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the 2020 BMW 4 Series base engine makes 248 horsepower. The 718 Boxster is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 369 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 2020 BMW 4 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
65233 - 140226
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.293969
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24989 - 41221
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499867
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:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 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
11 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 15Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 21Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 31Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
33 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Porsche 718 Boxster Trim Levels
25 Years, Base, GTS 4.0, S, Spyder, T
2020 BMW 4 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
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):
0.099 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 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):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
284 / 369 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
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
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:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
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:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
17 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3021 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
50.4 inches
Length:
172.4 inches
Wheelbase:
97.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3680 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
54.7 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45ZR18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18