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Audi Q3 vs Porsche Macan – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q3 or Porsche Macan?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q3 @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi Q3 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38200 £, while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £. That’s a price difference of around 30943 £.

As for range, the Porsche Macan performs convincingly better – achieving up to 644 km, about 525 km more than the Audi Q3.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Macan has a significantly edge – offering 639 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 367 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Audi Q3 takes 5.70 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs barely noticeable better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Audi Q3 tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls clearly stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 730 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi Q3 is significantly lighter – 1635 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 660 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Macan offers hardly perceptible more room – 540 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q3 performs minimal better – up to 1386 L, which is about 38 L more than the Porsche Macan.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Macan slight takes the win – 545 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Macan shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £69,200
Macan @ Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG

Porsche Macan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 639 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 585 - 644 km
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Audi Q3

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The Audi Q3 feels like a grown-up compact SUV with premium polish and city-friendly agility, the sort of car that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally satisfying. Inside, you get quality materials and smart packaging that keep things practical without skimping on style, so it’s an easy pick for buyers who want luxury without the drama.

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Porsche Macan

The Porsche Macan feels like a compact sports car dressed in SUV clothes, delivering razor-sharp handling and a cabin that somehow mixes luxury with everyday practicality. For buyers who crave driving thrills without sacrificing usability, the Macan is a rare breed that makes running errands feel like a weekend blast and manages to look smugly good in the process.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38200 - 52900 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
39 - 195 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1635 - 1900 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4531 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1559 - 1601 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1196 - 1386 L
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
505 - 535 kg
Payload
470 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
208 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Porsche

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Is the Audi Q3 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi Q3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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