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Land Rover Defender 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 – Land Rover Defender 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Land Rover Defender has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57900 £, while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £. That’s a price difference of around 11314 £.

As for range, the Porsche Macan performs convincingly better – achieving up to 644 km, about 596 km more than the Land Rover Defender.

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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 hardly perceptible edge – offering 639 HP compared to 635 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Land Rover Defender takes 4 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs minimal better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Land Rover Defender 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 750 Nm. That’s about 380 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.

Seats: Land Rover Defender offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, Porsche Macan is slight lighter – 2295 kg compared to 2300 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers evident more room – 786 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 246 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Defender performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2078 L, which is about 730 L more than the Porsche Macan.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender noticeable takes the win – 819 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 274 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche Macan proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Macan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover Defender boasts a rugged design that seamlessly blends traditional aesthetics with modern innovation, making it a true icon in the world of off-road vehicles. Its performance capabilities are matched by a luxurious interior, offering comfort and cutting-edge technology for drivers and passengers alike. Whether tackling rough terrains or cruising through city streets, the Defender exudes versatility and reliability, maintaining its reputation as a robust yet refined companion for any adventure.

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Porsche Macan

Der Porsche Macan verkörpert die ideale Fusion aus Sportlichkeit und Alltagstauglichkeit und beeindruckt mit seiner dynamischen Linienführung. Innen erwartet den Fahrer ein luxuriös ausgestatteter Raum, der höchste Qualität mit modernster Technologie verbindet. Fahreigenschaften und Handling sind auf typisch Porsche-Niveau und bieten ein unvergleichliches Fahrerlebnis, das jeden Ausflug zum Vergnügen macht.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
57900 - 172000 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
48 km
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
15.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
135 - 324 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
89 - 91 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 8
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4323 - 5358 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
2008 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1967 - 1995 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1263 - 2078 L
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
494 - 819 kg
Payload
470 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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
200 - 635 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
175 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
Porsche

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What drive types are available for the Land Rover Defender?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.