Porsche Macan vs. Audi Q5
Compare the New Porsche Macan to the Audi Q5
Dare forward seated in a Porsche Macan, the sports car among premium SUVs. The Porsche Macan sits at the pinnacle of its class, but there are rivals attempting to climb the summit. At Porsche Tacoma, we compare German-engineered luxury SUVs, so our guests don't have to. Allow us to demonstrate how the new Porsche Macan surges past a key competitor in the Audi Q5.
Porsche Macan
Audi Q5
Vehicle Comparison
| Porsche Macan | Audi Q5 | |
| Engine / Motor | 2.0L / 261 hp | 2.0L / 268 hp |
| Drivetrain | All wheel drive | All wheel drive |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1,750 rpm |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Wheel Type | Painted alloy wheels | Alloy wheels |
| Fuel/Battery Cap. | 19.8 gal. | 17.2 gal. |
| Drive Range | 376 / 495 miles | 361 / 499 miles |
| Length | 186.1 in. | 185.7 in. |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Porsche Macan vs. Audi Q5 - Performance
Driving Experience
The Porsche Macan is emotionally thrilling to drive on the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. You have to step up to a SQ5 model in the Audi lineup to get the same level of heart-pounding performance. The Porsche Macan symbolizes the endorphin kick of everyday urban life in Tacoma and Seattle. Macan owners benefit from signature Porsche acceleration and have a range of powerful, high-revving engines to choose from at our Tacoma Porsche Center.
Transmission & All-Wheel Drive
The Porsche Macan works with a unique 7-speed PDK (Porsche Doppelkupplung) transmission. Expect fast gear changes - without interruption in traction in slippery, rainy conditions - as you take I-5 up to Seattle in your Porsche Macan. Audi Q5 models work with a 7-speed S tronic® transmission. The Porsche Macan is praised for its excellent power distribution of the Porsche Traction Management all-wheel drive system that rivals quattro® all-wheel drive in the Audi Q5.
Engines & Towing
The base Porsche Macan outputs 261 horsepower through a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine. Every Audi Q5 has a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine rated for 268 horsepower. The new Porsche Macan gives Tacoma Porsche enthusiasts more engine options with higher performance outputs. Porsche Macan S models work with a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 engine generating 375 horsepower, and V6-powered Macan GTS models deliver 434 horsepower. While Audi SQ5 models have a turbocharged engine delivering 362 horsepower, they cannot match the power of the Porsche Macan. The Porsche Macan has a towing capacity of 4,409 pounds, compared to 4,400 pounds for the Audi Q5.
Porsche Macan vs. Audi Q5 - Technology
The Porsche Advanced Cockpit creates a high-tech operating concept, headlined by a high-resolution 10.9-inch touchscreen integrated into the dashboard of the Porsche Macan. Part of a new panoramic digital stage, the Audi Q5 counters with a free-standing MMI® panoramic display. Drivers have access to a 14.5-inch MMI® touch display and the 11.9-inch Audi virtual cockpit. Audi Q5 models offer a Bang & Olufsen® Premium Sound System with 16 speakers. With Porsche, you have the power of choice. Equip your Macan with a Bose® Surround Sound System featuring 14 speakers or a Burmester® High-End Surround Sound System featuring 16 speakers.
Porsche Macan vs. Audi Q5 - Safety
Both the Porsche Macan and Audi Q5 feature Traffic Sign Recognition and offer parking support. The Audi Q5 offers park assist pro, while the Porsche Macan offers ParkAssist, which identifies parking spaces at your Tacoma destination and automatically maneuvers the SUV. New Porsche Macan models come with an array of advanced driver assistance features, many of which are similar to the Q5.
Porsche Macan vs. Audi Q5 - Interior & Design
Exterior
The Porsche DNA of the Macan is unmistakable. The unique flyline is recognizable. Others will take notice of your Porsche Macan and its sloping roofline when you arrive at The Olympia Farmers Market or Seattle's Pike Place Market. The Porsche SUV rides on 19-inch Macan wheels, while the Audi Q5 SUV has smaller 18-inch wheels. Macan side blades are finished in Lava Black with a 3D texture. The large brake system of the Porsche Macan has black brake calipers - yet another accentuating detail that the Q5 is missing. Audi Q5 SUVs have a Singleframe® grille, while Audi Q5 Sportback models have a sloped roofline.
Cabin
The Porsche Macan is practical for day-to-day usability, whether you're running errands at the Kent Station Shopping Center or taking the family to Rainbow Rails in Olympia. Take the kids to a Tacoma Rainiers baseball game at Cheney Stadium in the five-passenger Porsche Macan. A Q5 also seats five. The wraparound virtual cockpit is part of a new interior concept for the Audi Q5. The Porsche Macan counters with a unique Porsche Advanced Cockpit featuring an elevated center console that allows for quicker access from the steering wheel to the gear selector. Another Macan highlight is Direct Touch Control paired with a glass-look interface.
The Macan cabin is designed for maximum forward thrust and integrates drivers perfectly into the Porsche SUV. Sporty front seats in the Porsche Macan have a higher seating position, but you still feel connected to the road as you explore all the Puget Sound has to offer. The luggage compartment of the Porsche Macan offers 17 to 53 cubic feet of cargo space. The Audi Q5 SUV can expand to 57 cubic feet. Audi Q5 Sportback models have a max cargo space figure of 53 cubic feet, identical to the Macan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which SUV is more powerful?
That power crown belongs to the Porsche Macan, which produces 434 max horsepower in the GTS.
Do the Porsche Macan and Audi Q5 have standard all-wheel drive?
Yes, both SUVs come with standard all-wheel drive. The Macan relies on Porsche Traction Management, while the Audi Q5 leans on quattro® all-wheel drive.
Which SUV offers more premium sound systems?
The Porsche Macan offers more premium sound setups. Choose between a 14-speaker Bose® Surround Sound System or a 16-speaker Burmester® High-End Surround Sound System when you buy a new Porsche Macan in Tacoma. The Audi Q5 only offers a 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen® Premium Sound System.
Do these German-engineered luxury SUVs offer electric options?
Yes, both Porsche and Audi offer electrified variants. The Porsche Macan Electric is an engaging fully electric SUV designed to slash your fuel costs. The Audi Q5 offers a plug-in hybrid SUV but fails to offer a fully electric model - despite the brand's expanding EV lineup.
Test Drive a New Porsche Macan at Our Tacoma Porsche Center
From performance to design, the Porsche Macan writes the book on what a premium SUV ought to be. The competition struggles to keep pace. We invite you to explore the assortment of new Porsche Macan models for sale in Fife at our Tacoma Porsche Center. Contact Porsche Tacoma to schedule a test drive in the new Porsche Macan - the true sports car among premium SUVs.
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