Automotive
Car and Driver compares Porsche Macan GTS Electric and Hyundai Ioniq 5 N test results
Comparative testing revealed differences in acceleration, range, pricing, and braking between the two performance electric SUVs.
The short version
- Car and Driver published performance testing data comparing the Porsche Macan GTS Electric and Hyundai Ioniq 5 N.
- The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N demonstrated faster 0-to-60 mph acceleration and a lower starting price despite having less battery capacity than the Porsche.
- The Porsche Macan GTS Electric delivered greater total range, faster average charging speeds, and superior braking distance from 70 mph.
- Prospective buyers must weigh the Porsche's longer range and brand premium against the Hyundai's lower price tag and larger interior cargo space.
Key facts
- The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N starts at $61,550, produces 641 horsepower, weighs 4,849 pounds, and reached 60 mph in 3.0 seconds during Car and Driver's testing.[Car and Driver]
- The Porsche Macan GTS Electric starts at $107,650, produces 563 horsepower, weighs 5,426 pounds, and reached 60 mph in 3.3 seconds during testing.[Car and Driver]
- The Porsche Macan GTS Electric features a 95-kWh battery with an EPA-estimated range of 294 miles, while the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N features an 84-kWh battery with an EPA-estimated range of 221 miles.[Car and Driver]
- In Car and Driver's 75-mph highway range test, the Porsche achieved 290 miles compared to 190 miles for the Hyundai.[Car and Driver]
- The Porsche stopped from 70 mph in 148 feet, while the Hyundai stopped in 153 feet.[Car and Driver]
- The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N provides 26 cubic feet of cargo space behind its rear seats compared to 17 cubic feet in the Porsche Macan GTS Electric.[Car and Driver]