2024 Lexus RX 350 vs. 2023 Porsche Macan Review

Picture of the 2024 Lexus RX 350

2024 Lexus
RX 350

MSRP*: $48,600 to $59,330
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

Picture of the 2023 Porsche Macan

2023 Porsche
Macan

MSRP*: $57,500 to $82,900
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

MPG - City 21 - 22 MPG 17 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 22 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.2 ft3 53.0 ft3
Engine
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 2.9-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 434-hp, 2.9-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 275 hp 261 - 434 hp
Towing Capacity 3,494 lbs 4,409 lbs
Exterior Length 192.5 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 76.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 38.1 - 39.5 in
Rear 28.5 - 38.6 in
Info not available

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Lexus RX 350, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Porsche Macan.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Lexus RX 350 is a better financial choice over the Porsche Macan, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Lexus RX 350 is about the same width as the Porsche Macan. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Lexus RX 350, which is slightly longer than the Porsche Macan.

Handling
The Lexus RX 350 has the same turning radius as the Porsche Macan, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Porsche Macan is clearly the choice over the Lexus RX 350 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus RX 350 has a lot less horsepower than the Porsche Macan.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Lexus RX 350 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Porsche Macan.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Lexus RX 350 and the Porsche Macan. The Lexus RX 350 has less cargo space than the Porsche Macan, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.