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Compare 2026 Porsche Macan vs. 2026 Porsche Cayenne

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2026 Porsche Macan vs. 2026 Porsche Cayenne Comparison

See how the 2026 Porsche Macan and 2026 Porsche Cayenne performed in our rigorous, independent road tests. Our experts evaluate hundreds of vehicles annually at our 327-acre testing facility, putting each model through over 50 data-driven assessments—including braking, emergency handling, fuel economy, and cabin noise. Review our side-by-side comparison of tested specifications, real-world fuel efficiency, and crash-test safety ratings to see which is the best for reliability, performance, and more.

Comparing 2 Models

Luxury compact SUVs

2026 Porsche Macan

$65,400 - $112,700

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Luxury midsized SUVs

2026 Porsche Cayenne

$89,900 - $214,800

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About

The Macan combines much of the performance and feel of Porsche's sports cars in a small SUV. Turbocharged four-cylinder and V6 engines are available. Though based on the previous-generation Audi Q5, the power, handling, and engine sound are true Pors...

A recent freshening brings interior updates inspired by the Taycan EV, including a curved display screen that houses Porsche's latest infotainment system. Few SUVs can match the Cayenne when it comes to handling agility. But the ride has an underlyin...

Highs

Sporty handling for an SUV

Excellent seats

Impeccable fit and finish

Handling

Steering

Quietness

Fit and finish

Seat comfort

Lows

Expensive for its size; options quickly drive up the price

Modest interior space and cargo area

Controls are daunting at first

Controls

Ride

Hesitation from a rolling stop

Road Test Score

/ 100

Reliability

/ 100

Owner Satisfaction

/ 100

Overview

Body Styles

4-door SUV

coupe, 4-door SUV

Trim Lines

GTS, S, Base, T

Turbo E-Hybrid, E-Hybrid, Electric, S, GTS, S E-Hybrid, Base, Turbo GT, Turbo Electric

Base Price Range

$65,400 - $112,700

$89,900 - $214,800

Drive Wheels

AWD

Seating Capacity

2 Front, 3 Rear

Engines/Motors

2.9-liter V6 turbo (375 hp); 2-liter 4 turbo (261 hp); 2.9-liter V6 turbo (434 hp)

4-liter V8 plugin hybrid (729 hp); 0-liter electric (435 hp); 4-liter V8 turbo (493 hp); 0-liter electric (1139 hp); 3-liter V6 turbo (348 hp); 3-liter V6 plugin hybrid (463 hp); 3-liter V6 plugin hybrid (512 hp); 4-liter V8 turbo (468 hp)

Transmissions Available

7-speed Sequential

8-speed Automatic, 1-speed Direct