2021 Porsche Macan vs. 2021 Volvo XC60

The 2021 Porsche Macan knows how to provide riders with the kind of excitement they need through its muscular engine options. It knows how to define luxury as well with its upscale cabin materials. It knows how to entertain with its intuitive infotainment system.

The 2021 Volvo XC60, on the other hand, is ready to bring style to the forefront too. It is more than willing to prove that it is a comfortable ride. Expect more standard driver assistance features in this vehicle as well.

Design & Style

Made up of two rows of comfortable seats, the 2021 Porsche Macan is ready to accommodate five passengers of all sizes, ages, and shapes. Its well-cushioned seats provide hip-hugging support that make exhilarating rides more thrilling yet safe. It has power-adjustable front seats and leather upholstery as a standard. Sleek to look at on the inside, expect high-end materials highlighting other surfaces in its well-designed cabin.

The 2021 XC60 also seats five passengers in its spacious configuration. Adult passengers will find plenty of room even at the back. It also boasts of a handsome and stylish interior, using top-notch materials to match those found in its rivals. While that is the case, the Macan is still a better option when it comes to the design and style aspect.

Technology & Safety

Equipped with the 10.9-inch touchscreen, the 2021 Macan is easily comprehensible in terms of technologies. It has a responsive display with crisp graphics to show after every user input. This supports Apple CarPlay, four USB ports, Bluetooth interface, and a 10-speaker stereo. Safety wise, it has been fitted with lane departure warning, front and rear parking sensors, and rearview camera.

The 2021 XC60 is outfitted with a Sensus infotainment system. This one has a nine-inch touch screen, which is not as intuitive as the one found in the Macan. In fact, since the screen controls almost all functions for the infotainment interface, it is quite difficult getting familiar with how to manipulate settings. It has 10 speakers, HD radio, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Safety features include blind spot monitoring, lane keep assist, and lane departure warning, among others.

Performance

The 2021 Porsche Macan is gifted with a base turbo-four engine that can reach up to 248 horsepower once you step on the gas. It has a turbo-V6 version outfitted in the Macan S. This one can reach up to 348 horsepower. The GTS, on the other hand has a twin-turbo V6 and yields a result of 375 horsepower. There is another engine that can put off 434 horsepower.

The base engine for the XC60 reaches 250 horsepower. There is a T6 that generates 316 horsepower. The other option aspirates 400 horsepower.

The Bottom Line

The 2021 Macan is sleek and modern to look at. It is gifted with reliable technologies that you can count on too. It is better than the XC60 in all aspects that have been compared above.

Ready to Schedule a Porsche Macan Test Drive Today?

Want to prove what makes the 2021 Porsche Macan worth a purchase? You can do so by booking a test drive with us here at Porsche of Princeton. You can find us in Lawrenceville, New Jersey and we are proud to serve the needs of car lovers in the state. You can simply visit our showroom or call us in advance to book your 2021 Porsche Macan test drive.