BMW IX3 vs Porsche Macan

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BMW IX3
BMW IX3

$89,900 - $112,500

2026 price

Porsche Macan
Porsche Macan

$89,990 - $166,950

2024 price

Summary

2026 BMW IX3
2024 Porsche Macan
Safety Rating

Electric motor type
Electromagnetically Excited
Electric motor type
Permanent Magnet
Vehicle type
Battery Electric
Vehicle type
Battery Electric
Electric range
805 km
Electric range
654 km
Energy consumption
18.8 kWh/100km

16.2 kWh/100km
Battery capacity
108.70 kWh

100.00 kWh
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Optioned wheels hurt range
  • Fussy ride on rough roads
  • Missing features for flagship grade

  • Big price jump from ICE
  • Lacks fizz and emotion
  • Ergonomic quirks in the cabin
2026 BMW IX3 Summary

We’re in the new BMW iX3, the first production model to arrive on BMW’s Neue Klasse (new class) EV architecture. We’re testing the flagship 50 xDrive, and it begs the question: has BMW actually managed to make its next generation of EVs feel like a proper Bimmer? Buyers expect a lot from that badge when it comes to ride and handling, so does this electric SUV actually deliver?

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2024 Porsche Macan Summary

This might be the biggest gamble in Porsche's history. It's the latest version of its best-selling car, the Porsche Macan, only this one has a very big difference.

You see, this time, it’s all-electric. There is not an internal-combustion engine (ICE) in sight. And that makes climbing into an entry-level Macan significantly more expensive than ever before.

So, will this bold shift help or hinder the Macan in Australia? And is this the country’s best all-electric SUV?

There’s only one way find out.

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