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BMW iX vs Porsche Macan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (659 HP vs 639 HP), boot space and price (71600 £ vs 69200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Porsche Macan?

BMW iX

Porsche Macan

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

iX

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Porsche Macan has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 69200 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2400 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Porsche Macan: with 17 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the BMW iX with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the BMW iX performs slight better – achieving up to 701 km, about 57 km more than the Porsche Macan.

Macan

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 BMW iX has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 659 HP compared to 639 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the BMW iX takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs slight better – reaching 260 km/h, while the BMW iX tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls to a small extent stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 1015 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm difference.

iX

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Porsche Macan is a bit lighter – 2295 kg compared to 2525 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Macan offers slight more room – 540 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1750 L, which is about 402 L more than the Porsche Macan.

When it comes to payload, BMW iX hardly perceptible takes the win – 575 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX holds a very small edge in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

BMW iX
Porsche Macan

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iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 20.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 600 - 701 km

BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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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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BMW iX
Porsche Macan

Costs and Consumption

Price
71600 - 107100 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
96 - 109.6 kWh
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2525 - 2655 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4965 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
1970 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1688 - 1695 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1750 L
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
505 - 575 kg
Payload
470 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
700 - 1015 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Porsche
Is the BMW iX offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW iX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.