BMW i5 Touring and Porsche Macan Electric sit in different EV segments. The i5 Touring works as an executive electric wagon with long cargo space and low ride height. The Macan Electric stands as a premium compact electric SUV with higher seating and sport focus. Wagon buyers value efficiency, road stability, and luggage space. SUV buyers seek ground clearance, performance feel, and flexible daily use.
Range figures differ. The i5 Touring reaches around 560 km WLTP depending on version. The Macan Electric reaches up to about 613 km WLTP in rear-drive form. Charging architecture also differs. BMW uses a 400-volt system with DC fast charging near 205 kW. Porsche runs an 800-volt system with peak DC charging near 270 kW. Porsche gains shorter high-speed charging sessions under ideal conditions.

Price levels place both in the premium EV tier. The Macan Electric sits higher in most markets due to performance positioning and brand sports focus. The i5 Touring enters the market as a practical executive EV wagon with a lower entry price relative to Macan trims. Both appear across Europe, China, and other EV-focused regions. This comparison helps readers decide between wagon efficiency and SUV performance character.
BMW i5 Touring strengths include strong highway efficiency, large cargo capacity for a wagon, and stable long-distance ride comfort. Weak points include slower peak charging versus 800-volt rivals and a larger body length which affects urban parking.
Porsche Macan Electric strengths include high DC charging speed, strong acceleration across trims, and elevated driving position suited for mixed roads. Weak points include higher purchase price and less cargo length than a wagon layout.
QUICK VERDICT; Choose the i5 Touring if long range travel, luggage capacity, and lower ride height rank high. Choose the Macan Electric if SUV stance, faster DC charging, and sport-leaning performance rank high.
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| Price | $72,000.00 $80,000.00 |
| Our Rating | |
| Brand | BMW PORSCHE |
| Category | Electric Cars Electric Cars |
| Available Trims / Variants |
BMW i5 eDrive40 Touring BMW i5 xDrive40 Touring BMW i5 M60 xDrive Touring Porsche Macan RWD Porsche Macan 4 Porsche Macan 4S Porsche Macan GTS Porsche Macan Turbo |
| Reveal Date |
2024, February 07 2024, July 17 - Porsche Macan RWD 2024, January 25 - Porsche Macan 4 2024, July 17 - Porsche Macan 4S 2025, October 21 - Porsche Macan GTS 2024, January 25 - Porsche Macan Turbo |
| Availability Status |
Available to order. Released 2024, March
Available to order. Released 2024, July - Porsche Macan RWD Available to order. Released 2024, January - Porsche Macan 4 Available to order. Released 2024, July - Porsche Macan 4S Available to order. Released 2025, October - Porsche Macan GTS Available to order. Released 2024, January - Porsche Macan Turbo |
| Country of origin | Germany |
| Base Price (USD) |
€ 72,200 £ 69,950
€ 80,700 - Porsche Macan RWD $ 80,500 € 84,100 £ 69,800 - Porsche Macan 4 € 90,700 - Porsche Macan 4S $ 105,800 € 108,700 £ 89,000 - Porsche Macan GTS $ 107,000 € 114,600 £ 95,000 - Porsche Macan Turbo |
| Battery Capacity |
81.2 kWh usable, 83.9 kWh total 95 kWh usable, 100 kWh total |
| Battery Chemistry |
Liquid-cooled Li-ion (400V type) Liquid-cooled Li-ion 800V |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) |
348 mi WLTP 400 mi WLTP - Porsche Macan RWD 381 mi WLTP - Porsche Macan 4 378 mi WLTP - Porsche Macan 4S 364 mi WLTP - Porsche Macan GTS 368 mi WLTP - Porsche Macan Turbo |
| Energy Consumption |
266 Wh/mi WLTP
274 Wh/mi WLTP - Porsche Macan RWD 288 Wh/mi WLTP - Porsche Macan 4 283 Wh/mi WLTP - Porsche Macan 4S 298 Wh/mi WLTP - Porsche Macan GTS 303 Wh/mi WLTP - Porsche Macan Turbo |
| Regen Braking (Max kW) | Adaptive recuperation, up to 120 kW Yes, up to 290 kW |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging (Max kW) |
Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8.5 hours Type 2 22 kW, 0-100% in 4.25 hours Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 10 hours |
| DC Charging (Max kW) |
CCS 205 kW max, 10-80% in 30 min CCS 270 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min @800V station CCS 135 kW max, 10-80% in 33 min @400V station |
| Power Output (kW / hp) |
RWD 340 hp (250 kW)
RWD 360 hp (265 kW) - Porsche Macan RWD AWD 402 hp (300 kW) - Porsche Macan 4 AWD 516 hp (380 kW) - Porsche Macan 4S AWD 571 hp (420 kW) - Porsche Macan GTS AWD 630 hp (470 kW) - Porsche Macan Turbo |
| Torque (Nm) |
430 Nm (317 lb-ft)
563 Nm (415 lb-ft) - Porsche Macan RWD 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) - Porsche Macan 4 820 Nm (605 lb-ft) - Porsche Macan 4S 955 Nm (704 lb-ft) - Porsche Macan GTS 1130 Nm (833 lb-ft) - Porsche Macan Turbo |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
6.1 sec 0-62 mph
5.7 sec 0-62 mph - Porsche Macan RWD 4.9 sec 0-60 mph (5.2 sec 0-62 mph) - Porsche Macan 4 4.1 sec 0-62 mph - Porsche Macan 4S 3.6 sec 0-60 mph (3.8 sec 0-62 mph) - Porsche Macan GTS 3.1 sec 0-60 mph (3.3 sec 0-62 mph) - Porsche Macan Turbo |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) |
120 mph (193 km/h)
137 mph (220 km/h) - Porsche Macan RWD 137 mph (220 km/h) - Porsche Macan 4 149 mph (240 km/h) - Porsche Macan 4S 155 mph (250 km/h) - Porsche Macan GTS 161 mph (260 km/h) - Porsche Macan Turbo |
| Transmission / Drive | Single-speed |
| Body Style |
5 door touring, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform / Architecture |
CLAR PPE |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 5060 x 1900 x 1515 mm (199.2 x 74.8 x 59.6 in) 4784 x 1938 x 1622 mm (188.3 x 76.3 x 63.9 in) |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd) |
0.24 Cd 0.25 Cd |
| Wheelbase (mm) |
2995 mm (117.9 in) 2893 mm (113.9 in) |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 147 mm (5.8 in) 184 - 225 mm (7.2 - 8.9 in) |
| Kerb Weight (kg) |
EU: 2255 kg unladen, 2790 kg gross
EU: 2295 kg unladen, 2810 kg gross - Porsche Macan RWD EU: 2405 kg unladen, 2920 kg gross (US: 2380 kg curb, 2920 kg GVWR) - Porsche Macan 4 EU: 2420 kg unladen, 2930 kg gross - Porsche Macan 4S EU: 2470 kg unladen, 2940 kg gross (US: 2438 kg curb, 2940 kg GVWR) - Porsche Macan GTS EU: 2480 kg unladen, 2950 kg gross (US: 2446 kg curb, 2950 kg GVWR) - Porsche Macan Turbo |
| Suspension (Front / Rear) |
Front double wishbone, electronically controlled shock absorbers. Rear multi-link, double elastic mounting, air suspension with automatic self-levelling Adaptive air with steel springs, two-valve dampers, electronically controlled differential lock on the rear axle, rear-axle steering up to 5˚ |
| Wheel Size (inches) | R19 R20, R21, R22 |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) |
EU: 570 l, 1700 l max EU: 540 l, 1348 l max |
| Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) |
No 84 l |
| Towing Capacity (kg) | EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1500 kg braked EU: 750 kg unbraked, 2000 kg braked (US: 2000 kg braked) |
| Additional Notes |
Active cooling flaps on the front air intakes Flexible covers on the fully sealed underbody Adaptive rear spoiler |
| Airbags (count) |
Side, center, rear, including front and rear head airbags Front, side, rear, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags |
| Driver Assistance (ADAS) |
Long range radar (300 m), corner short range radars (4 units), 8MP front camera, Active Lane Change Assist with eye confirmation, Lane Control Assist, Driving Assistant Professional, Assisted Driving View, Rear Crossing-Traffic Warning, Exit warning function, Steering Assistant Night Vision Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Warn and Brake Assist, Pedestrian/cyclists protection |
| Seating Capacity |
Heated and cooled front seats, heated outer rear seats Heated and ventilated front seats with massage, heated rear seats |
| Roof Type |
Glass roof Panoramic glass roof, tilt & slide |
| Bluetooth / Wi-Fi |
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay; Android Automotive |
| Parking Aids |
Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Parking Assistant Professional Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Remote Park Assist |
| Additional Notes | 4-zone climatronic |
| Centre Screen (inches) |
14.9" touchscreen 10.9" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display (inches) |
12.3" 12.6" curved display |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) |
Yes, with augmented reality Projection type with augmented reality |
| Additional Notes |
8.4" center console control panel 10.9" front passenger touchscreen 10.9" rear passenger touchscreen |
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