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Mercedes GLE vs Porsche Macan – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Mercedes GLE meets Porsche Macan.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Mercedes GLE

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.

Porsche Macan has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 69200 £, while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £. That’s a price difference of around 7099 £.

As for range, the Porsche Macan performs significantly better – achieving up to 644 km, about 530 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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Engine and Performance:

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 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 639 HP compared to 634 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs barely noticeable better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Porsche Macan tops out at 260 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls distinct stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 280 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, Porsche Macan is hardly perceptible lighter – 2295 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers somewhat more room – 655 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLE performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2055 L, which is about 707 L more than the Porsche Macan.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE evident takes the win – 705 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Macan shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

Mercedes GLE
Porsche Macan

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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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Mercedes GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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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
76300 - 175800 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
53 - 284 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2310 - 2800 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4924 - 4961 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
1947 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1716 - 1797 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
460 - 705 kg
Payload
470 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel 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
289 - 634 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Porsche

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

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.

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