Porsche Macan vs Suzuki Vitara
What's the difference?

Porsche Macan

$97,888 - $166,950

2024 price

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Suzuki Vitara

$35,990 - $44,990

2026 price

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Land Rover Discovery Sport

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Summary

2024 Porsche Macan

2026 Suzuki Vitara

By Andrew Chesterton

By Byron Mathioudakis

Safety Rating

Electric motor type

Permanent Magnet

Turbo 4, 1.4L

Vehicle type

Battery Electric

Premium Unleaded/Electric

Electric range

654 km

5.8L/100km (combined)

Energy consumption

16.2 kWh/100km

Battery capacity

100.00 kWh

Seating

Likes

Awesome ride and handing
Big battery means big range
Turbo acceleration is ridiculous

Old-fashioned charm
Performance/economy balance
Practical packaging

Dislikes

Big price jump from ICE
Lacks fizz and emotion
Ergonomic quirks in the cabin

Ancient dashboard
High prices
Premium unleaded petrol preference

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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2026 Suzuki Vitara Summary

Now that the original Mitsubishi ASX is finally gone, the oldest small SUVs still on sale in Australia today are the Mazda CX-3 and Suzuki Vitara.

Both released in 2015, their longevity is due to a combination of good design, strong engineering, sound driving dynamics and an undefinable charm.

Given their high number of rotations around the sun, it’s also surprising that neither has received a major facelift in all this time. Clearly, their creators got it largely right early on.

Until now. The Vitara steps up with the Series III makeover, ushering in a fresh nose, larger central touchscreen and a hybrid tech upgrade for the (now-sole) turbo powertrain, among other more-minor changes.

Are these enough to keep the venerable Vitara from vulnerability?

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Deep dive comparison

2024 Porsche Macan 2026 Suzuki Vitara

Verdict

There is no doubting the substance of the Porsche Macan Electric. Its ride, steering and poise make it a joy to drive on twisting roads, and it ticks the practicality boxes, too.

The only lingering question is whether enough people are ready to make the all-electric switch. Only then will we know if Porsche's Macan gamble has paid off.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with travel, accommodation and meals provided.

Verdict

In car years, 11 is ancient.

Back when it was first released, this-generation Vitara’s competitive pricing, progressive yet pretty design, pleasant interior packaging, sporty dynamics and general driving ease helped establish the emerging small SUV segment into the powerhouse it is today.

In some ways, today’s Turbo Hybrid still impresses, especially with its punchy performance, promising economy and no-nonsense packaging. Objectively, it is still a decent proposition, with few actual vices.

But the 2026 Vitara’s high pricing, embarrassingly outdated interior, underwhelming specification and noisy ride leave it feeling too expensive, too old and too exposed against newer and more-sophisticated rivals.

Even the brightest stars eventually need to retire.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with travel and meals provided.

Porsche Macan vs Suzuki Vitara What's the difference?

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Verdict

Porsche Macan vs Suzuki Vitara
What's the difference?