Porsche Macan vs. BMW X5

Porsche Macan vs. BMW X5

Price

• Are you looking for the most bang for your buck? The new Porsche Macan is more affordable than the BMW X5. The Macan starts at just over $52,000 while the X5 starts at just under $59,500. With that wide of a pricing difference, you can either save plenty or upgrade to the Macan S model for around the same price as the base X5 model.

Performance

• The new BMW X5 is a larger vehicle than the Porsche Macan, which results in it coming equipped with larger engine options.
• The Macan comes equipped with a standard 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that delivers 248-horsepower and 273 pounds-feet of torque. The X5 comes equipped with a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine that produces 335-horsepower and 330 pounds-feet of torque.
• Even with more horsepower, the Macan achieves a top speed of 141 mph with its standard engine, compared to 130 mph in the BMW X5.
• When properly equipped, the Macan will reach a top track speed of 167 mph with its 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 engine in the Macan Turbo model. The top speed of the new BMW X5 when properly equipped is 151 mph.
• The new Porsche Macan delivers a sportier feel than the X5. Every new Macan model comes equipped with a standard rear-biased all-wheel drive system, allowing you to enjoy commanding traction and handling even when taking on the tightest corners around Grapevine. The new X5 comes equipped with rear-wheel drive and offers all-wheel drive at a higher price.

Interior and Technology

• The new Porsche Macan comes equipped with standard leather and faux suede upholstery. The BMW X5 uses a SensaTec simulated leather upholstery, and genuine leather is available on higher trim levels.
• To help ensure that you're cool and comfortable on even the hottest summer days in Grapevine, the Macan comes equipped with Tri-Zone climate control, letting you set the temperature for every area of the vehicle to fit everyone's liking. The X5 features standard automatic climate control for all areas of the vehicle.
• Both vehicles offer a bevy of standard technology features to help you stay connected on the go. The Macan comes with a standard 10-inch touchscreen display with Apple CarPlay compatibility, and four USB ports throughout the vehicle to plug-in and charge your device. The BMW X5 also comes with a touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay, and USB ports.

Explore the Lineup of New Porsche Macan Models in Person at Porsche Grapevine

The best way to discover everything that a new Porsche Macan model can provide you with is to come experience it all in person. We invite you to schedule a test drive online and get a first-hand experience at everything the Porsche Macan lineup has to offer.