Compare performance (313 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (42,300 £ vs 89,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX1 or Porsche Macan?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW iX1 is clearly cheaper – starting at 42,300 £ , while the Porsche Macan costs 89,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,972 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX1 is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the Porsche Macan. That’s a difference of about 4.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Porsche Macan offers a bit more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 71 km more than the BMW iX1.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Macan offers significantly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BMW iX1 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Macan delivers substantially more torque with 955 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 461 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, BMW iX1 is visibly lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,470 kg. The difference is around 530 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW iX1 offers marginally more boot space – 490 L compared to 476 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW iX1 carries barely more – 495 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
The Porsche Macan comes out modestly ahead 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.
The BMW iX1 is a compact electric crossover that blends BMW's characteristic driving dynamics with a practical, premium interior, making it a strong choice for buyers who want an upscale daily driver with electric efficiency. It delivers composed handling for city and motorway use, while its clean, modern styling and intuitive tech give the cabin an inviting, contemporary feel.
detailsThe 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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Price
42,300 - 55,200 £
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Price
89,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
466 - 514 km
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Electric Range
585 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,940 - 2,085 kg
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Curb weight
2,470 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Trunk capacity
476 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,845 mm
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Width
1,952 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
495 kg
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Payload
470 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 313 HP
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Power HP
571 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 494 Nm
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Torque
955 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 230 kW
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Power kW
420 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Porsche
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