Matchup
Tesla Model Y vs Porsche Macan Electric
The 2026 Model Y Premium AWD against the 2026 Macan 4 Electric, through ten physics labs and every official rating we could find.
Last checked Sep 28, 2026. Every figure links to its source.
The short answer
- In the trims shown, the Model Y costs $34,720 less: $51,630 against $86,350 for the Macan Electric, destination included. PublishedTeslaPublishedPorsche
- The Model Y is rated 123 MPGe by the EPA, 21 MPGe better than the Macan Electric (102 MPGe). PublishedEPAPublishedEPA
- Our packing test fits 5 large suitcases in the Model Y and 2 in the Macan Electric. Simulatedfrom Car and DriverSimulatedfrom Car and Driver
- The Model Y has 11.0 cu ft more cargo space behind its second row: 29.0 cu ft against 18.0 cu ft. TestedCar and DriverTestedCar and Driver
At a glance
| Model Y | Macan Electric | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price, this trim | $51,630PublishedTesla | $86,350PublishedPorsche |
| Powertrain | Permanent-magnet rear + induction front motor · Dual motor AWD | Permanent-magnet synchronous front and rear motors, 800-volt · Dual motor AWD |
| 0–60 mph, tested or claimed | 3.9 sTestedCar and Driver | 4.5 sTestedMotorTrend |
| Braking 70–0 mph, tested | 174 ft (53.0 m)TestedCar and Driver | no data |
| EPA efficiency | 123 MPGePublishedEPA | 102 MPGePublishedEPA |
| EPA range | 327 mi (526 km)PublishedEPA | 324 mi (521 km)PublishedEPA |
| Cargo behind the second row | 29.0 cu ft (821 L)TestedCar and Driver | 18.0 cu ft (510 L)TestedCar and Driver |
| Large suitcases, packed | 5Simulatedfrom Car and Driver | 2Simulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Seats | 5PublishedEdmunds | 5Published |
| Crash ratings | NHTSA 5★ overall · IIHS Top Safety Pick+ | Euro NCAP 5★ (2024) · no US crash test |
Acceleration
The Model Y gets to 60 mph 0.6 s sooner: 3.9 s against 4.5 s.
| Model Y | Macan Electric | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 397 hp (296 kW)PublishedCar and Driver | 402 hp (300 kW)PublishedPorsche |
| Torque | 389 lb-ft (527 Nm)PublishedCar and Driver | 479 lb-ft (649 Nm)PublishedPorsche |
| 0–60 mph, tested or claimed | 3.9 sTestedCar and Driver | 4.5 sTestedMotorTrend |
| 0–60 mph, our simulation | 3.9 sSimulatedfrom Car and Driver | 4.5 sSimulatedfrom MotorTrend |
| Passing, 50–70 mph | 1.7 sTestedCar and Driver | 2.5 sTestedCar and Driver |
| Quarter mile | 12.3 sTestedCar and Driver | 13.1 sTestedMotorTrend |
Braking and stopping distance
On a wet road from 70 mph, reaction included, the Macan Electric needs 318 ft to stop and the Model Y 360 ft: 42 ft more road for the Model Y.
| Model Y | Macan Electric | |
|---|---|---|
| Braking 70–0 mph, tested | 174 ft (53.0 m)TestedCar and Driver | no data |
| Braking 60–0 mph, tested | no data | 108 ft (32.9 m)TestedMotorTrend |
| Wet road from 70 mph, 1 s reaction | 360 ft (109.9 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver | 318 ft (96.9 m)Simulatedfrom MotorTrend |
| Dry road from 70 mph, 1 s reaction | 277 ft (84.3 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver | 248 ft (75.7 m)Simulatedfrom MotorTrend |
| Packed snow from 30 mph, 1 s reaction | 167 ft (50.9 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver | 147 ft (44.7 m)Simulatedfrom MotorTrend |
Rollover
It takes a 14 mph sideways slide into a curb to roll the Macan Electric; the Model Y goes over at 13 mph.
| Model Y | Macan Electric | |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA rollover rating | 5★ · 8.6% riskTestedNHTSA | no data |
| Sideways slide that trips it into a roll | 13 mph (21 km/h)Simulated, estimated inputs | 14 mph (23 km/h)Simulated, estimated inputs |
| Static stability factor (half-track ÷ CoG height) | 1.40Simulated, estimated inputs | 1.47Simulated, estimated inputs |
Efficiency and running costs
The Model Y is rated 123 MPGe by the EPA, 21 MPGe better than the Macan Electric (102 MPGe).
| Model Y | Macan Electric | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA efficiency | 123 MPGePublishedEPA | 102 MPGePublishedEPA |
| EPA range | 327 mi (526 km)PublishedEPA | 324 mi (521 km)PublishedEPA |
| Fuel or charging, 15,000 mi a year | $753/yrDerivedEPA | $908/yrDerivedEPA |
| Steady 75 mph, our simulation | 29 kWh/100 mi (18.3 kWh/100 km)Simulated, estimated inputs | 34 kWh/100 mi (21.4 kWh/100 km)Simulatedfrom MotorTrend |
| Drag coefficient | 0.22PublishedEVSpecs | 0.26PublishedPorsche |
Grip, snow and maneuvering
On packed snow the Macan Electric can pull away at 0.32 g, against 0.26 g for the Model Y.
| Model Y | Macan Electric | |
|---|---|---|
| Skidpad grip, tested | 0.88 gTestedCar and Driver | 0.88 gTestedMotorTrend |
| Cornering grip, our simulation | 0.88 gSimulatedfrom Car and Driver | 0.88 gSimulatedfrom MotorTrend |
| Pulling away on packed snow | 0.26 gSimulatedfrom Car and Driver | 0.32 gSimulatedfrom MotorTrend |
| Turning circle | 39.7 ft (12.1 m)Estimate | 39.7 ft (12.1 m)PublishedPorsche |
| Ground clearance | 6.6 in (17 cm)PublishedEdmunds | 7.2 in (18 cm)PublishedPorsche |
| Tires | Hankook iON evo AS SUV all-season · 255/45R19TestedCar and Driver | All-season 235/55R20 · 285/45R20 · 235/55R20 · 285/45R20PublishedPorsche |
Space, luggage and fit
Our packing test fits 5 large suitcases in the Model Y and 2 in the Macan Electric.
| Model Y | Macan Electric | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5PublishedEdmunds | 5Published |
| Large suitcases, packed | 5Simulatedfrom Car and Driver | 2Simulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Carry-ons in the space left | 3Simulatedfrom Car and Driver | 1Simulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Cargo behind the second row | 29.0 cu ft (821 L)TestedCar and Driver | 18.0 cu ft (510 L)TestedCar and Driver |
| Cargo, seats folded | 71.0 cu ft (2,010 L)TestedCar and Driver | 47.0 cu ft (1,331 L)TestedCar and Driver |
| Front trunk | 4.0 cu ft (113 L)TestedCar and Driver | 3.0 cu ft (85 L)TestedCar and Driver |
| Towing | 3,500 lb (1,588 kg)PublishedEdmunds | 5,500 lb (2,495 kg)PublishedPorsche |
| Driver head room, 6 ft 4 in driver | +1.7 in (4 cm)Simulatedfrom Edmunds | +1.0 in (2 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs |
| Driver head room, 5 ft 11 in driver | +3.9 in (10 cm)Simulatedfrom Edmunds | +3.3 in (8 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs |
| Driver head room, 5 ft 4 in driver | +6.8 in (17 cm)Simulatedfrom Edmunds | +6.3 in (16 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs |
| Rear head room, 5 ft 11 in passenger | +2.2 in (6 cm)Simulatedfrom Edmunds | +1.9 in (5 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs |
| Rear knee room, 5 ft 11 in behind 5 ft 11 in | +4.4 in (11 cm)Simulatedfrom Edmunds | +2.1 in (5 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs |
| Rear head and knee, 6 ft 4 in behind 6 ft 4 in | −0.4 in head · +0.1 in kneeSimulatedfrom Edmunds | −0.7 in head · −2.2 in kneeSimulated, estimated inputs |
| Front head room, published | 41.0 in (104 cm)PublishedEdmunds | no data |
| Rear head room, published | 39.4 in (100 cm)PublishedEdmunds | no data |
| Rear leg room, published | 40.5 in (103 cm)PublishedEdmunds | no data |
Cabin noise
At 70 mph the Model Y is quieter inside: 66 dBA against 68 dBA for the Macan Electric, a noticeable difference.
| Model Y | Macan Electric | |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin sound at 70 mph | 66 dBATestedCar and Driver | 68 dBATestedCar and Driver |
Visibility
From the driver’s seat the Model Y’s hood hides the first 11 ft of road; the Macan Electric’s hides 29 ft.
| Model Y | Macan Electric | |
|---|---|---|
| Road hidden in front of the bumper, 5 ft 9 in driver | 11 ft (3.2 m)Simulated, estimated inputs | 29 ft (8.9 m)Simulated |
| Ground visible within 33 ft ahead | 65%Simulated, estimated inputs | 30%Simulated |
Headlights and night stopping
No meaningful gap between the Model Y and the Macan Electric on what we can measure here.
| Model Y | Macan Electric | |
|---|---|---|
| IIHS headlight rating | GoodTestedIIHS | no data |
| Low beams, straight road (right edge) | 332 ft (101.1 m)TestedIIHS | no data |
| Fastest you can stop inside the low beams | 70 mph (113 km/h)Simulatedfrom IIHS | no data |
| High beams, straight road (right edge) | 442 ft (134.7 m)TestedIIHS | no data |
Crash safety
No meaningful gap between the Model Y and the Macan Electric on what we can measure here.
| Model Y | Macan Electric | |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5★TestedNHTSA | no data |
| IIHS small overlap front | GoodTestedIIHS | no data |
| IIHS moderate overlap front (updated) | GoodTestedIIHS | no data |
| IIHS side (updated) | GoodTestedIIHS | no data |
| IIHS award | 2026 Top Safety Pick+PublishedIIHS | no data |
| Euro NCAP | no data | 5★ (2024) · adult 90%TestedEuro NCAP |
| Curb weight | 4,421 lb (2,005 kg)TestedCar and Driver | 5,296 lb (2,402 kg)TestedMotorTrend |
Where each one wins
Tesla Model Y
- In the trims shown, the Model Y costs $34,720 less: $51,630 against $86,350 for the Macan Electric, destination included. PublishedTeslaPublishedPorsche
- The Model Y is rated 123 MPGe by the EPA, 21 MPGe better than the Macan Electric (102 MPGe). PublishedEPAPublishedEPA
- Our packing test fits 5 large suitcases in the Model Y and 2 in the Macan Electric. Simulatedfrom Car and DriverSimulatedfrom Car and Driver
- The Model Y has 11.0 cu ft more cargo space behind its second row: 29.0 cu ft against 18.0 cu ft. TestedCar and DriverTestedCar and Driver
- From the driver’s seat the Model Y’s hood hides the first 11 ft of road; the Macan Electric’s hides 29 ft. Simulated, estimated inputsSimulated
- The Model Y gets to 60 mph 0.6 s sooner: 3.9 s against 4.5 s. TestedCar and DriverTestedMotorTrend
- Behind a 5-ft-11 driver, a 5-ft-11 passenger gets +4.4 in of knee room in the Model Y and +2.1 in in the Macan Electric. Simulatedfrom EdmundsSimulated, estimated inputs
- Passing from 50 to 70 mph takes 1.7 s in the Model Y and 2.5 s in the Macan Electric. TestedCar and DriverTestedCar and Driver
- At 15,000 miles a year and national average prices, the Model Y costs about $155 a year less to run: $753/yr against $908/yr. DerivedEPADerivedEPA
- Drivers see 65% of the ground within 33 ft of the Model Y’s nose and 30% in the Macan Electric. Simulated, estimated inputsSimulated
- At 70 mph the Model Y is quieter inside: 66 dBA against 68 dBA for the Macan Electric, a noticeable difference. TestedCar and DriverTestedCar and Driver
Porsche Macan Electric
- The Macan Electric is rated to tow 2,000 lb more: 5,500 lb against 3,500 lb. PublishedEdmundsPublishedPorsche
- On a wet road from 70 mph, reaction included, the Macan Electric needs 318 ft to stop and the Model Y 360 ft: 42 ft more road for the Model Y. Simulatedfrom Car and DriverSimulatedfrom MotorTrend
- On packed snow the Macan Electric can pull away at 0.32 g, against 0.26 g for the Model Y. Simulatedfrom Car and DriverSimulatedfrom MotorTrend
- It takes a 14 mph sideways slide into a curb to roll the Macan Electric; the Model Y goes over at 13 mph. Simulated, estimated inputs
Other trims
- Macan 4 Electric · on this page
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Sources
- Tesla: Model Y design studio: US prices, destination and order fee (2026-09)
- Porsche Cars North America: Macan 4 Electric US configurator price, $2,350 delivery (2026-09)
- US EPA (fueleconomy.gov): 2026 Tesla Model Y ratings (2026-09)
- US EPA (fueleconomy.gov): 2026 Porsche Macan 4 Electric (20-in wheels) ratings (2026-06)
- Car and Driver: 2026 Tesla Model Y review and instrumented tests (Premium RWD, Long Range AWD) (2026-09)
- Car and Driver: Tested: 2025 Porsche Macan Electric (Macan 4, 22-in wheels) (2025-07)
- MotorTrend: 2025 Porsche Macan 4 Electric First Test (20-in wheels) (2025-06)
- Edmunds: 2026 Tesla Model Y trims and specifications (Tesla data) (2026-07)
- Porsche Cars North America: MY 2025 Macan Electric US specifications (2024-07)
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings: 2026 Tesla Model Y SUV AWD (VehicleId 22140) (2026-09)
- EV Specifications: 2026 Tesla Model Y North America trim comparison (Tesla data) (2025-10)
- Porsche Newsroom USA: Updated Model Year 2026 Macan Electric (2025-08)
- Car and Driver: Tested: 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-08)
- IIHS: 2026 Tesla Model Y ratings (applies to 2026–27 models) (2026-09)
- IIHS: Two additional models garner Top Safety Pick+ awards (Sep 3, 2026) (2026-09)
- Euro NCAP: Porsche Macan (electric) 2024 assessment, tested Macan 4 Electric (2026-09)
Badges: Published figures come from the maker, a regulator or a rating agency; Tested from an independent instrumented test; Simulated are computed by our physics from those inputs (how); Estimate means no published value exists. Confirm figures with the maker or your dealer before you buy.