Should You Buy a 2025 Porsche Macan Electric?

The 2025 Porsche Macan Electric serves up a dynamic driving experience, as any Porsche should. However, that experience comes at a price.

With Trump tariffs and stagnant demand for EVs, it’s a challenge for any automaker to figure out the duration and intensity of its transition to an all-electric future, if at all. For the time being, the 2025 Porsche Macan Electric is sold alongside the gas-powered Macan in North America, for those who are ready to take the emissions-free plunge.

Since its introduction for the 2015 model year, the ICE Macan has been recognized as one of the fastest and most exhilarating compact luxury crossovers on the market. Though it has received some changes over the years, the first generation is still the one found in dealerships, the most potent variant being the Macan GTS boasting a twin-turbo 2.9L V6 belching out 434 horsepower and 405 pound-feet of torque, good for 0-100 km/h bursts in as low as 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 272 km/h.

Meanwhile, the new 2025 Porsche Macan Electric is offered in four trim levels. The base Macan is equipped with a rear-mounted electric motor with up to 355 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque, propelling the crossover to 100 km/h in a claimed 5.7 seconds using the launch control feature. The Macan 4 Electric gets an electric motor on each axle, creating an all-wheel drivetrain while generating a combined output of up to 402 horsepower and 479 pound-feet, which enables the vehicle to hit 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds.

Next up is the Macan 4S Electric, which boasts up to 509 horsepower and 605 pound-feet, for a 0-100 km/h sprint of 4.1 seconds. Finally, the Macan Turbo Electric gets a motor on each axle with a combined output of up to 630 horsepower and 833 pound-feet, with a 0-100 km/h time of 3.3 seconds.

Under the floor lies a 100 kWh (95 kWh usable) battery pack, providing the following energy consumption and driving range figures on a full charge:

We’ll note that the maximum speed on a DC Fast Charger is set at 270 kW, the on-board charger is rated at 11 kW, and a heat pump is included on all trim levels. During our drive of the Macan 4S Electric, we managed an average of 20.3 kWh/100 km—well below the combined rating. And during our sessions plugged into a 180 kW charging station, the Macan capped off at a speed of 150 kW.

Compared to its gas-powered counterpart, the 2025 Porsche Macan Electric rides on a longer wheelbase (2,893 mm vs. 2,807) while being slightly longer (4,784 mm vs. 4,726) and wider overall (1,938 mm vs. 1,922). The EV can tow up to 2,500 kilograms or 5,511 pounds while the ICE Macan can pull up to 2,400 kg or 5,291 pounds. Porsche indicates the Macan Electric can carry 4+1 passengers, an obvious clue that the middle rear-seat occupant doesn’t get much room.

Standard features include 20-inch alloy wheels, an adaptive air suspension, front and rear park assist, power-folding mirrors, LED exterior lighting, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, an intelligent key, a hands-free power liftgate, 8-way power front seats, heated front seats and steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, HomeLink, ambient interior lighting, wireless phone charging, a 10-speaker sound system, a 10.9-inch infotainment system touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Porsche Connect services with a 10-year trial as well as a full suite of advanced driving assist systems.

The list of optional features is as long as Santa’s Christmas list. Buyers can choose from more than 60 paint colors, a wide selection of 20- to 22-inch wheels, six interior color schemes with various upholsteries, 14- or 18-way power-adjustable front seats, heated rear seats and ventilated front seats, massaging front seats, head-up display, a surround-view camera system, four-zone climate control, a dashcam, a digital key, a front passenger dashboard screen, Bose and Burmester surround sound systems as well as a plethora of interior and exterior trim upgrades. The Macan can also be fitted with four-wheel steering, adaptive power steering, the Sport Chrono Package, an electric sound package, and much more.

The 2025 Porsche Macan Electric starts at $97,850 and tops out at $130,270 before options and the Canadian luxury tax. Porsche Canada also mentions $2,750 in dealer fees on its website. In the United States, the Macan Electric starts at $77,295 and climbs to $107,295 before checking any option boxes.

Our 4S tester starts at $106,900 and includes 22-inch Macan Style wheels ($5,210), the Premium Package ($4,460), Rear-Axle Steering ($2,320), Porsche Electric Sport Sound ($560), a heated windshield ($520), puddle lights ($450), 18-way Adaptive Sport Seats up front ($430), a rear wiper ($410), a GT steering wheel ($370), illuminated Porsche emblems on the front seatbacks ($350), Power Steering Plus ($310) and a cargo area power outlet ($190), for a total of $122,480 before adding the $2,950 delivery charge, $2,750 dealer fee, $100 A/C tax and the Canadian Luxury Tax that amount to $5,656. Grand total: $133,936.

What does the Macan Electric compete with? Well, that’s not a simple question to answer, at least for now. Compact-sized luxury EVs include the Cadillac Optiq, the Genesis GV70, the Lexus RZ, Tesla Model Y and VinFast VF 8, while the Acura ZDX, Audi Q6 e-tron, BMW iX, Cadillac Lyriq, Jeep Wagoneer S and Polestar 3 are midsizers. From a price standpoint, the Macan Electric is more in line with the midsize EVs. Then again, potential Macan Electric buyers may not cross-shop at all, but if they do, the performance-oriented Audi SQ6 e-tron, BMW iX M60 xDrive, Cadillac Lyriq-V and Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE could be considered.

Why You Should Buy a 2025 Porsche Macan Electric

• The Macan Electric is fast, with sharp reflexes to boot. Most EVs are quick nowadays, but the Macan feels athletic, and it’s fun to drive. Especially the 4S and Turbo variants. It also includes a drive mode system with various drivetrain and chassis settings to suit our driving preferences, in addition to offering ride height settings as well, thanks to the standard air suspension.
• It’s a small vehicle overall, but there’s a sufficient amount of space front and rear. Four passengers will be comfortable for road trips, and the available four-zone climate control will keep rear-seat passengers separately warm or cool, so that’s also a great feature. The rear seatback angle can’t be adjusted, though, and cargo space at 480 to 540 litres with the seatbacks up, 1,288 to 1,348 litres with the seats folded, isn’t that generous for a compact-sized crossover.

• Subjectively, the Macan Electric looks good. Its coupe-like body is tightly wrapped around large-diameter wheels, and wears Porsche’s styling cues very well. It also doesn’t scream “electric vehicle,” despite the discreet fender badging.
• The Macan Electric’s driving range isn’t spectacular, but it’s not bad, either, varying between 463 and 507 km on a full charge (288 to 315 miles for the U.S. market). If we can find appropriate DC fast charging stations along our route, juice-ups can be pretty quick as the Porsche’s max charge speed can reach 270 kW—in the best conditions, of course. The crossover’s max towing capacity of 2,500 kilograms or 5,511 pounds is also quite impressive on paper.

Why You Shouldn’t Buy a 2025 Porsche Macan

• We can’t remember the last time we said a Porsche model was a bargain, and we won’t call the Macan Electric that either. At least CAD$100,000 must be invested in the acquisition of one, and it’s hard to resist checking option boxes as the sales rep gives us the stink eye while we’re hesitating to splurge on extras.
• EV drivers may appreciate one-pedal driving, which can help us save a few electrons here and there through regenerative braking, while theoretically extending the life of the actual braking system. However, the Macan doesn’t offer this feature. The brand figures coasting and using the brakes is a more natural way of driving.

• A minor annoyance, but the Macan Electric’s doors just won’t close without a hefty swing. It’s really weird having to slam the doors shut on a $100K luxury vehicle like we would have to do on a 1993 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Same deal for the front trunk. Let’s just say that the Macan is solidly built and that you can’t close a bank vault by simply nudging the door, but it bugged us throughout our test drive. Soft-close doors would be a welcome option, but they’re not available on the 2025 Macan Electric. Our other complaints include the clunky gear selector rocker switch, the aggressive lane centering system and the glossy black cabin surfaces that highlight dust a little too much.
• Unsurprisingly, the ride is stiff around town. The thin tire sidewalls are partly to blame, and that’s something we have to live with when we buy a vehicle with oversized alloy wheels. However, the air suspension helps, and it’s a good thing that it’s a standard feature on all trim levels.

Should You Buy a 2025 Porsche Macan Electric?

If we’re into EVs, driving pleasure and showing off, well, yes, the Macan Electric is worth a serious look. It feels so well-engineered, so solid, so substantial. It’s got poise. It’s speedy and agile.

On the other hand, cargo space isn’t great because of its coupe-like profile. The biggest shortcoming is price. The EV costs roughly $30K more than gas-powered Macan equivalents, which may be a tough pill to swallow—even for Porsche buyers.

2025 Porsche Macan 4S Electric

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Specifications
	2025 Porsche Macan 4S Electric	2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V	2025 Genesis GV70 Electric Prestige	2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500	2025 Polestar 3 Performance Pack
Price Before Options and Luxury Tax ($CAD)	$109,850	$93,899	$85,000	$108,895	$106,000
Output (hp)	509	615	429	402	517
Torque (lb-ft)	605	650	516	633	671
City/Highway/Combined (Le/100 km)	2.4 / 2.8 / 2.6	2.7 / 3.3 / 3.0	2.4 / 2.8 / 2.6	2.8 / 3.0 / 2.9	2.9 / 3.2 / 2.9
City/Highway/Combined (kWh/100 km)	21.4 / 25.2 / 23.1	24.0 / 29.2 / 26.3	21.4 / 25.2 / 23.1	25.5 / 26.7 / 26.1	25.9 / 28.7 / 27.2
Battery Capacity (kWh)	100	102	77.4	96	111
Driving Range (km)	463	459	380	425	449
Zero to 100 km/h (sec)	4.1	3.3	4.2	5	4.7
Top Speed (km/h)	240	210	235	210	210
Wheelbase (mm)	2,893	3,099	2,875	3,030	3,124
Length (mm)	4,784	5,001	4,715	4,863	5,453
Width (mm)	1,938	1,976	1,910	1,918	2,124
Height (mm)	1,622	1,627	1,630	1,685	2,025
Cargo Volume Min/Max (L)	540 / 1,348	793 / 1,722	813 / 1,601	520 / 1,675	597 / 1,411