Porsche Macan vs Volvo EX90

The Porsche Macan starts from $129,800 before on-road costs, while the Volvo EX90 opens at $124,990. That makes the Volvo EX90 the more affordable entry point by $4,810.

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 $137,489 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 Volvo EX90 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 Volvo EX90.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Porsche Macan and 9 in the Volvo EX90. The Volvo EX90 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 Volvo EX90 gets a 14.5-inch display and 9-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Porsche Macan stands out with BOSE audio that you will not find on the Volvo EX90. The Volvo EX90 counters with panoramic roof and Bowers & Wilkins audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Porsche Macan gets leather upholstery while the Volvo EX90 offers nordico/microtech. Climate control is 2-zone in the Porsche Macan and 4-zone in the Volvo EX90.

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 Volvo EX90 responds with a Electric making 300kW and 770Nm, paired to a single-speed driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5.9 seconds.

The Volvo EX90 has the clear power advantage at 300kW vs 265kW. In the real-world sprint, the Porsche Macan is 0.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 100kWh (Porsche Macan) vs 111kWh (Volvo EX90). DC fast charging peaks at 270kW (Porsche Macan) vs 250kW (Volvo EX90).

The Porsche Macan measures 4,784mm long on a 2,893mm wheelbase, 253mm shorter than the Volvo EX90 at 5,037mm (3,000mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volvo EX90 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 510L in the Porsche Macan and 365L in the Volvo EX90, giving the Porsche Macan a 145L advantage. The Volvo EX90 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Volvo EX90 leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

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 (Volvo EX90). The Volvo EX90 has longer coverage.