The 2022 Volvo XC40 has received praise for its elegant styling, functional interior and blistering performance. Can it defeat the 2022 Porsche Macan, an SUV which has received acclaim for its sporty appearance, outstanding powertrains and superb handling?
Design & Style
The latest Porsche Macan offers three turbocharged engine options, the most powerful of which is the GTS. All-wheel drive has now been standardized and buyers can also get summer tires, torque vector differential and suspension which are adaptive. It can seat up to five and this sport utility vehicle is so meticulously designed that even its rotors have been coated with tungsten carbide and new wheel designs are now available, along with a rear and front bumper that has been revised.
Though minimalist, the Volvo XC40 is expertly designed. Its powered lift gate has been phased out, and those that purchase the Inscription edition will get wireless charging for smartphones. The seats are plush and comfortable, the cabin is spacious and airy, and the metallic trim combined with the rectilinear vents and wooden inlays look fabulous. It can seat a maximum of five passengers.
Technology & Safety
The Volvo XC40 has earned stellar ratings from the NHTSA. It has all the latest driver assistance gear that drivers demand, such as pedestrian detection, standardized automatic emergency brakes, cruise control that is adaptive, lane management and semi-autonomous handling. Luxuries within its cabin include a nine inch touch display, Sensus Connect proprietary infotainment, climate control and powered seats.
The Porsche Macan comes with every driver assistance feature found in the Volvo, including lane departure alerts, cruise control which is adaptive, automated emergency brakes and multiple airbags. Luxuries within its cabin include USB connectivity, standard Apple CarPlay, wifi, climate control which covers multiple zones, and seats that can be power adjusted, heated and cooled to your liking.
Performance
The Porsche Macan offers incredible power. Those that purchase the GTS variant will get a V6, dual turbo engine that can generate 434 horsepower with the ability to blaze from zero to sixty in 3.5 seconds. Those that purchase the Volvo XC40 T5 will get a 248 horsepower engine that can accelerate from zero to sixty in 6.2 seconds.
The Bottom Line
Though both SUVs seat the same number of passengers, the Porsche Macan outclasses the Volvo in every other way. For instance, the Macan can tow 4,400 pounds (while the Volvo can only tow 3500) and the Porsche also has far superior performance. And this combined with the XC40’s grainy engine sounds and its clunky and laggy infotainment system makes the Porsche Macan the winner.
Ready to Schedule a Porsche Macan Test Drive Today?
If you are interested in experiencing the luxury package that the 2021 Porsche Macan offers, you can test drive this stellar car with us at Porsche of Princeton. We are located in New Jersey and proudly serve car buyers in the Tri-State area. Drop by our showroom today or simply call us in advance to book a Porsche Macan test drive appointment.
