Compare performance (462 HP vs 639 HP), boot space and price (64300 £ vs 69200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Touareg or Porsche Macan?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
VW Touareg has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 64300 £ , while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4864 £.
As for electric range, the Porsche Macan performs clearly better – achieving up to 644 km, about 595 km more than the VW Touareg.
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 evident edge – offering 639 HP compared to 462 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the VW Touareg takes 5.10 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs slight better – reaching 260 km/h, while the VW Touareg 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.
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, VW Touareg is somewhat lighter – 2059 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 236 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Touareg offers noticeable more room – 810 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Touareg performs evident better – up to 1800 L, which is about 452 L more than the Porsche Macan.
When it comes to payload, VW Touareg noticeable takes the win – 751 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 206 kg.
Overall, the Porsche Macan shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.
Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.
detailsThe 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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Price
64300 - 88300 £
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Price
69200 - 99000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
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Electric Range
47 - 49 km
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Electric Range
585 - 644 km
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Battery Capacity
14.30 kWh
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Battery Capacity
95 kWh
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co2
119 - 239 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
75 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2059 - 2470 kg
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Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
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Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
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Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
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Length
4878 - 4902 mm
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Length
4784 - 4805 mm
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Width
1984 mm
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Width
1938 - 1952 mm
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Height
1693 - 1712 mm
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Height
1613 - 1623 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1800 L
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Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
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Payload
550 - 751 kg
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Payload
470 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 462 HP
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Power HP
360 - 639 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
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Torque
450 - 700 Nm
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Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
170 - 340 kW
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Power kW
265 - 470 kW
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Engine capacity
2967 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Porsche
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.