2024 Porsche Macan vs. 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Review

Picture of the 2024 Porsche Macan

2024 Porsche
Macan

MSRP*: $60,900 to $86,800
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Picture of the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

2024 Subaru
Crosstrek

MSRP*: $25,195 to $32,195
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MPG - City 17 - 19 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 25 MPG 29 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 53.0 ft3 54.7 - 54.9 ft3
Engine
  • 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)
  • 152-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 - 434 hp 152 - 182 hp
Towing Capacity 4,409 lbs 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 186.1 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 76.1 in 70.9 - 71.7 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Info not available Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 in

*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
The Subaru Crosstrek requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Porsche Macan, making it more convenient to drive.

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). The Porsche Macan will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Crosstrek, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Porsche Macan is much wider than the Subaru Crosstrek, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Porsche Macan, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Subaru Crosstrek.

Handling
The Porsche Macan has a significantly larger turning radius than the Subaru Crosstrek, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Porsche Macan is clearly the choice over the Subaru Crosstrek for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Porsche Macan greatly out-muscles the Subaru Crosstrek.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Porsche Macan does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Porsche Macan and the Subaru Crosstrek. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Porsche Macan as you will in the Subaru Crosstrek.