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2022 Land Rover Defender vs. 2023 Porsche Macan Review

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2022 Land Rover
Defender

MSRP*: $48,700 to $114,400
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Picture of the 2023 Porsche Macan

2023 Porsche
Macan

MSRP*: $57,500 to $82,900
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MPG - City 14 - 18 MPG 17 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 19 - 22 MPG 22 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 58.3 - 78.8 ft3 53.0 ft3
Engine
  • 296-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 395-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 518-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 2.9-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 434-hp, 2.9-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 296 - 518 hp 261 - 434 hp
Towing Capacity 7,716 - 8,201 lbs 4,409 lbs
Exterior Length 180.4 - 197.6 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 79.1 in 76.1 in
Leg Room Front 39.0 - 39.1 in
Rear 36.6 - 39.1 in
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Head Room Front 40.6 in
Rear 40.4 in
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*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Land Rover Defender, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Porsche Macan.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Land Rover Defender is somewhat more expensive than the Porsche Macan.

Dimensions
Since the Land Rover Defender is much wider than the Porsche Macan, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Land Rover Defender, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Porsche Macan.

Handling
The Land Rover Defender has a larger turning radius than the Porsche Macan, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Land Rover Defender is clearly the choice over the Porsche Macan for pulling heavy loads. The Land Rover Defender has a little more horsepower than the Porsche Macan.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Land Rover Defender transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Porsche Macan.

Utility
The Land Rover Defender offers greater seating capacity than the Porsche Macan, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Land Rover Defender, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Porsche Macan.

Warranty
You'll have greater peace of mind with the more generous basic warranty of the Land Rover Defender than that of the Porsche Macan.