Porsche Macan vs. Tesla Model X
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Porsche Macan and Tesla Model X contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Porsche Macan and the Tesla Model X.
In comparing the Porsche Macan's and the Tesla Model X's specifications and ratings, the Porsche Macan has the advantage in the area of resale value. The Tesla Model X has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Porsche Macan's and the Tesla Model X's specifications and ratings, the Tesla Model X is a better car than the Porsche Macan.
Pricing: A used 2025 Porsche Macan ranges from $77,900 to $109,394 while a used 2025 Tesla Model X is priced between $63,950 to $104,692.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Porsche Macan loses 57.9 percent of its value and the Tesla Model X loses 63.4 percent of its value. This means the Porsche Macan retains 5.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Tesla Model X.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Porsche Macan’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the Tesla Model X base engine makes 670 horsepower. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the Macan is 11.5 hours (240V), while the charge time for the Model X is 14 hours (240V).
Safety Ratings: The Tesla Model X has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
85596 - 130947
Starting MSRP:
75300
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
61861
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
42800 - 119900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
84990
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Midsize SUVs)
79033
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Midsize SUVs)
58595 - 94900
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
91760
Price Range:
77900 - 109394
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
57745
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
39287 - 91760
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
82795
Price Range:
63950 - 104692
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Midsize SUVs)
78134
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Midsize SUVs)
63386 - 84612
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
44042
Depreciation %:
0.58488905
Resale Value $:
31258
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
0.64085338
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
0.52387321 - 0.72361617
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
Depreciation %:
Resale Value $:
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Electric Midsize SUVs)
0.71690286
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Electric Midsize SUVs)
0.70263951 - 0.73116621
Porsche Macan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Tesla Model X Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Porsche Macan
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Tesla Model X
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
11.94265320276677
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
1.0 - 173.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
230.26512601577804
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Midsize SUVs)
6.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Midsize SUVs)
2.2 - 230.3
Porsche Macan Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 47Ranking
6 out of / 72Ranking
6 out of / 47Ranking
8 out of / 47Ranking
10 out of / 72Ranking
10 out of / 72Ranking
13 out of / 47Ranking
15 out of / 47Ranking
17 out of / 72Ranking
24 out of / 72Ranking
29 out of / 35Ranking
41 out of / 47Ranking
50 out of / 57Ranking
62 out of / 72Tesla Model X Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 72Ranking
3 out of / 47Ranking
4 out of / 72Ranking
4 out of / 47Ranking
6 out of / 72Ranking
6 out of / 47Ranking
7 out of / 72Ranking
7 out of / 47Ranking
7 out of / 47Ranking
7 out of / 47Ranking
8 out of / 47Ranking
8 out of / 47Ranking
9 out of / 72Ranking
10 out of / 72Ranking
10 out of / 47Ranking
15 out of / 72Ranking
19 out of / 72Ranking
27 out of / 72Ranking
31 out of / 35Ranking
53 out of / 57Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Porsche Macan Trim Levels
4 Electric, 4S Electric, Electric, Turbo Electric
Tesla Model X Trim Levels
Base, Plaid
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 150000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
355 hp
Torque:
415 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
670 hp
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.130 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
108 / 90 / 99
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
100 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
11.5 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
MPGe:
103 / 94 / 98
Range (city/hwy):
329 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
100 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
14 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
22.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
47.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
41 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
43.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
91.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
131.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5004 lbs
Width:
84.7 inches
Height:
63.9 inches
Length:
188.3 inches
Wheelbase:
113.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5148 lbs
Width:
89.4 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
199.1 inches
Wheelbase:
116.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
235/55R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/45R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Jet Black Metallic
Blue
Frozen Blue Metallic / Gentian Blue Metallic
Gray
Ice Grey Metallic / Slate Grey Neo / Volcano Grey Metallic
Green
Aventurine Green Metallic / Oak Green Metallic Neo
Orange
Papaya Metallic
Purple
Copper Ruby Metallic / Provence
Silver
Dolomite Silver Metallic
White
White
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Solid Black
Blue
Deep Blue Metallic
Gray
Stealth Gray
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Purple
Not available
Silver
Lunar Silver
White
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Red
Ultra Red
Interior Colors
Beige
Black/Limestone Beige
Black
Black
Brown
Truffle Brown
Green
Black/Night Green
Purple
Black/Blackberry
Red
Black/Bordeaux Red
White
Black/Chalk
Interior Colors
Beige
Cream
Black
Black
Brown
Not available
Green
Not available
Purple
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Black and White
