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BMW X1 vs Porsche Macan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 639 HP), boot space and price (38200 £ vs 69200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X1 or Porsche Macan?

BMW X1

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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Porsche Macan

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW X1 has a convincingly 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 563 km more than the BMW X1.

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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 decisively edge – offering 639 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the BMW X1 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs barely noticeable better – reaching 260 km/h, while the BMW X1 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls convincingly stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 653 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, BMW X1 is decisively lighter – 1575 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 720 kg.

In terms of boot space, the offers more room – compared to . That’s a difference of about .

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X1 performs slightly better – up to 1600 L, which is about 252 L more than the Porsche Macan.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Macan minimal takes the win – 545 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 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.

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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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BMW X1

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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The BMW X1 brings a premium feel to compact crossover life, wrapping practical space and agile handling into a tidy, upscale package. It’s ideal for buyers who want BMW driving dynamics without the bulk, offering everyday comfort and a few clever tricks to keep the commute interesting.

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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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Reviews BMW X1

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
38200 - 55500 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
81 km
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
14.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
57 - 175 g/km
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0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 54 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
1575 - 1935 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4500 - 4505 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
1845 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1622 - 1642 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 - 1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
490 - 500 kg
Payload
470 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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
136 - 326 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
190 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 240 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
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Is the BMW X1 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X1 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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