Porsche Macan T vs BMW X1 sDrive18i

2024 Porsche Macan T studio car image
Porsche

Macan T

2024 · Petrol Suv

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Porsche Macan T 5.8 s Runner-up: 8.9 s
Power winner Porsche Macan T 265 hp Runner-up: 156 hp
Cargo winner BMW X1 sDrive18i 540 L Runner-up: 488 L
Price winner BMW X1 sDrive18i $39,600 Runner-up: $60,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 Porsche Macan T against the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2024 Porsche Macan T has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.8 seconds, compared with 8.9 seconds for 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i. 2024 Porsche Macan T has the higher listed output at 265 hp; 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i is rated at 156 hp, a difference of 109 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 Porsche Macan T at 400 Nm and 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i at 240 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i has the lower recorded consumption at 7.1 L/100km; 2024 Porsche Macan T is listed at 9.2 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 540 litres versus 488 litres, a difference of 52 litres. 2024 Porsche Macan T carries the higher towing rating at 2,000 kg, while 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i is listed at 1,200 kg. 2024 Porsche Macan T is 226 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i has the lower listed starting price at $39,600, compared with $60,900 for 2024 Porsche Macan T. 2024 Porsche Macan T leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Porsche Macan T2024 BMW X1 sDrive18i2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.8 s8.9 s
Top Speed232 km/h207 km/h
Power265 hp156 hp
Torque400 Nm240 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank65 L54 L
Efficiency9.2 L/100km7.1 L/100km
CO2 Emissions210 g/km161 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,726 mm4,500 mm
Ground Clearance185 mm168 mm
Cargo488 L540 L
Curb Weight1,830 kg1,545 kg
Towing2,000 kg1,200 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.7 m11.3 m
Starting MSRP$60,900$39,600

Porsche Macan T vs BMW X1 sDrive18i questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 Porsche Macan T or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2024 Porsche Macan T is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.8 seconds, versus 8.9 seconds for 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 Porsche Macan T or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2024 Porsche Macan T has the higher listed top speed at 232 km/h (144 mph), compared with 207 km/h (129 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 Porsche Macan T or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2024 Porsche Macan T has more power at 265 hp, a 109 hp advantage over 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 Porsche Macan T or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i has more listed cargo space at 540 litres (19.1 cu ft), versus 488 litres (17.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2024 Porsche Macan T or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2024 Porsche Macan T has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,000 kg (4,409 lb), compared with 1,200 kg (2,646 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2024 Porsche Macan T or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2024 Porsche Macan T is heavier at 1,830 kg (4,034 lb), while 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i is listed at 1,545 kg (3,406 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 Porsche Macan T or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,600 USD, compared with $60,900 USD for 2024 Porsche Macan T. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 Porsche Macan T or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2024 Porsche Macan T leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.