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Mercedes T-Class vs Porsche Macan – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

Mercedes T-Class

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.

Mercedes T-Class has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23000 £, while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £. That’s a price difference of around 46204 £.

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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 clearly edge – offering 639 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 508 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Mercedes T-Class takes 11.60 s. That’s about 8.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs noticeable better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Mercedes T-Class tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls decisively stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 860 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes T-Class is significantly lighter – 1556 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 739 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Macan offers minimal more room – 540 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes T-Class performs clearly better – up to 3600 L, which is about 2252 L more than the Porsche Macan.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes T-Class somewhat takes the win – 630 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Macan shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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 T-Class
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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 T-Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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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
23000 - 30500 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
135 - 167 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1556 - 1678 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1811 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
2127 - 3600 L
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
521 - 630 kg
Payload
470 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
164 - 184 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

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

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes T-Class?

The Mercedes T-Class is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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