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Originally Posted by chassis
I have driven the two above mentioned cars - base 2.0 Macan and base 2.0 X3.
X3 feels quicker to 60mph although on paper they are the same. Macan feels like it is trying harder to achieve the same result.
X3 interior space much larger than Macan.
X3 driver space more comfortable: legroom, hip room (I am slender build), shoulder room, head room. Macan instrument panel encroaches too far rearward and creates a cramped effect.
Macan simply does not use space well in any way.
Base 2.0 Macan corners better, that's about all. It's not spacious, it's not fast, it's not terribly comfortable.
Intangibles of the Porsche brand do not justify the price for the base 2.0 Macan.
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Exactly our sentiments as well, the engine and tranny on the X3 felt a lot smoother and more powerful than the Macan's. X3 handling was good. I did like the seating position of the Macan, felt more like a sports car than a SUV, however, the Macan is way overpriced compared to the X3. Macan 4 cyl is a hard pass.