Porsche Macan vs Genesis Electrified GV70

The Porsche Macan starts from $129,800 before on-road costs, while the Genesis Electrified GV70 opens at $132,800. That makes the Porsche Macan the more affordable entry point by $3,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $142,780 and $146,080 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Porsche Macan and Genesis Electrified GV70 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Porsche Macan packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Genesis Electrified GV70.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. The Genesis Electrified GV70 adds a 360-degree camera that the Porsche Macan misses.

The Porsche Macan features a 10.9-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.6-inch digital dash, while the Genesis Electrified GV70 gets a 14.5-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Porsche Macan stands out with BOSE audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Genesis Electrified GV70. The Genesis Electrified GV70 counters with Bang & Olufsen audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Porsche Macan gets leather upholstery while the Genesis Electrified GV70 offers nappa leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the Porsche Macan and 3-zone in the Genesis Electrified GV70.

The Porsche Macan uses a Electric producing 265kW and 563Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 5.7 seconds.

The Genesis Electrified GV70 responds with a Electric Motor making 360kW and 700Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 4.2 seconds.

The Genesis Electrified GV70 has the clear power advantage at 360kW vs 265kW. In the real-world sprint, the Genesis Electrified GV70 is 1.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 100kWh (Porsche Macan) vs 77.4kWh (Genesis Electrified GV70). DC fast charging peaks at 270kW (Porsche Macan) vs 240kW (Genesis Electrified GV70).

The Porsche Macan measures 4,784mm long on a 2,893mm wheelbase, 69mm longer than the Genesis Electrified GV70 at 4,715mm (2,875mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Porsche Macan generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 510L in the Porsche Macan and 503L in the Genesis Electrified GV70, giving the Porsche Macan a 7L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 3 years / 999,999km (Porsche Macan) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Genesis Electrified GV70). The Genesis Electrified GV70 has longer coverage.