BMW X3 vs Porsche Macan

How does the BMW X3 stack up against the Porsche Macan? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

BMW X3BMW X3
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Porsche MacanPorsche Macan
SpecBMW X3Porsche Macan
Horsepower (max)463 hp630 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)4.6 s3.3 s
Top speed250 km/h272 km/h
Variants69
Body styleMid-size SUVPerformance SUV
GenerationG4595B / Y3
Production2024 – present2014 – present
Length4,755 mm4,784 mm
Width1,920 mm1,938 mm
Height1,660 mm1,622 mm
Wheelbase2,865 mm2,893 mm

BMW X3 vs Porsche Macan: common questions

Is the BMW X3 or Porsche Macan faster?
The Porsche Macan is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.1s versus the BMW X3's 4.4s (0-100 km/h in 3.3s vs 4.6s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW X3 or the Porsche Macan?
The Porsche Macan makes more power: 630 hp (470 kW) versus 463 hp (345 kW) for the BMW X3.
Is the BMW X3 or Porsche Macan faster on top speed?
The Porsche Macan has the higher top speed at 169 mph (272 km/h), versus 155 mph (250 km/h) for the BMW X3.
What is the main difference between the BMW X3 and the Porsche Macan?
The BMW X3 is a mid-size suv, while the Porsche Macan is a performance suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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