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Polestar 4 vs Porsche Macan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (544 HP vs 639 HP), boot space and price (53100 £ vs 69200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or Porsche Macan?

Polestar 4

5 (3 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Polestar 4 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 53100 £, while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £. That’s a price difference of around 16114 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Porsche Macan: with 17 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Polestar 4 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.80 kWh.

As for range, the Porsche Macan performs slight better – achieving up to 644 km, about 24 km more than the Polestar 4.

Macan

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 somewhat edge – offering 639 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 95 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 Polestar 4 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs distinct better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls noticeable stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 444 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, Polestar 4 is barely noticeable lighter – 2230 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Macan offers slight more room – 540 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 performs to a small extent better – up to 1536 L, which is about 188 L more than the Porsche Macan.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Macan slightly takes the win – 545 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Macan shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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
Macan

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
Polestar 4
Porsche Macan

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Polestar 4

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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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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Polestar 4
Porsche Macan

Costs and Consumption

Price
53100 - 59900 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
526 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4840 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
2008 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1534 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1536 L
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
470 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Porsche
Is the Polestar 4 offered with different drivetrains?

The Polestar 4 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-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.