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VW Touareg vs Porsche Macan - Differences and prices compared

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?

VW Touareg

5 (2 Reviews)
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Porsche Macan

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Touareg

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

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 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.

Touareg

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, 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.

Who comes out on top?

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.

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
VW Touareg
Porsche Macan

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VW Touareg

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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.

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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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VW Touareg
Porsche Macan

Costs and Consumption

Price
64300 - 88300 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
14.30 kWh
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
119 - 239 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2059 - 2470 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4878 - 4902 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
1984 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1693 - 1712 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1800 L
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
550 - 751 kg
Payload
470 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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
231 - 462 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Porsche
Is the VW Touareg offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.