2024 Lexus GX 550 vs. 2024 Porsche Macan Review

Picture of the 2024 Lexus GX 550

2024 Lexus
GX 550

MSRP*: $62,900 to $79,900
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2024 Porsche
Macan

MSRP*: $60,900 to $86,800
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MPG - City 15 MPG 17 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 MPG 22 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 76.9 - 90.5 ft3 53.0 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 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 349 hp 261 - 434 hp
Towing Capacity 7,601 - 9,096 lbs 4,409 lbs
Exterior Length 197.1 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 78.0 - 78.7 in 76.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 36.7 in
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Head Room Front 39.4 - 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 - 43.1 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
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus GX 550 as you will with the Porsche Macan, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Lexus GX 550 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Porsche Macan.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus GX 550 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 Lexus GX 550, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Porsche Macan.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Lexus GX 550 is clearly the choice over the Porsche Macan for pulling heavy loads. The Lexus GX 550 has a little less horsepower than the Porsche Macan.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lexus GX 550 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Porsche Macan.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Lexus GX 550 and the Porsche Macan. With the Lexus GX 550, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Porsche Macan.