Volvo XC40 vs Porsche Macan

What's the difference?

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Volvo XC40
Volvo XC40

$34,999 - $57,990

2024 price

Porsche Macan
Porsche Macan

$106,990 - $166,950

2024 price

Summary

2024 Volvo XC40
2024 Porsche Macan
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Not Applicable, 0.0L

Not Applicable, 0.0L
Fuel Type
Electric

Electric
Fuel Efficiency
0.0L/100km (combined)

0.0L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Ride comfort isn't there on long journeys
  • Loud cabin at higher speeds
  • Interior trims don't match grade level

  • Big price jump from ICE
  • Lacks fizz and emotion
  • Ergonomic quirks in the cabin
2024 Volvo XC40 Summary

The XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is the flagship model for the segment leading small electric SUV from Volvo.

Well positioned in terms of price, specifications and driving range, it continues to prove itself a fierce rival to the Mercedes-Benz EQA, Lexus UX and newcomer BMW iX1.

But does it bring its A-game to every attribute buyers in the small electric SUV segment demand? In this review, we put it to test to find out.

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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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Deep dive comparison

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