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BMW X4 vs Porsche Macan – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Porsche Macan?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BMW X4 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51900 £, while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £. That’s a price difference of around 17314 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Macan has a evident edge – offering 639 HP compared to 510 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the BMW X4 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 X4 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls distinct stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm difference.

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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, BMW X4 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1875 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Macan offers barely noticeable more room – 540 L compared to 525 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X4 performs minimal better – up to 1430 L, which is about 82 L more than the Porsche Macan.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 545 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Macan shows itself to be wins by a narrow margin 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
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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 X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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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
51900 - 93000 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 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
1875 - 2095 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4751 - 4754 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
1918 - 1938 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1620 - 1621 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1430 L
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
470 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Porsche

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What drive types are available for the BMW X4?

The BMW X4 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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