Verdict
At RM63,800 less, the Porsche Macan Electric is the stronger numbers-led buy: its 355-hp, 563-Nm rear motor reaches 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds, 1.0 second ahead of the Velar, and its 100-kWh battery is rated for 641 km. It also gets nine airbags, autonomous braking and an eight-year/160,000-km warranty. The Velar answers with all-wheel drive, a 673-litre boot and 21-inch wheels, but takes petrol at 7.6 L/100 km. Choose it only if those practical and drivetrain advantages matter more than EV charging.
Range Rover Velar
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Velar if you need all-wheel drive, a larger 673-litre boot and a panoramic sunroof.
Macan Electric
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric if you want faster 5.7-second acceleration, a 641-km EV range and more active safety kit for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Land Rover Range Rover Velar RM638,800; Porsche Macan Electric RM575,000.
- Power and torque: Velar 247 hp and 365 Nm; Macan Electric 355 hp and 563 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Velar 6.7 seconds; Macan Electric 5.7 seconds.
- Energy storage: Velar 63-litre fuel tank; Macan Electric 100-kWh battery with 641 km range.
- Boot space: Velar 673 litres; Macan Electric 540 litres.
- Warranty: Velar 5 years/65,000 km; Macan Electric 8 years/160,000 km.
Range Rover Velar
- All-wheel drive with Terrain Response and Adaptive Dynamics.
- Larger 673-litre boot.
- Panoramic sunroof, Matrix LED headlamps and 21-inch alloy wheels.
- RM63,800 more expensive.
- Slower 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.7 seconds.
- Six airbags and no listed autonomous braking, versus nine airbags and pedestrian-detecting braking.
Macan Electric
- 355 hp and 563 Nm from its single electric motor.
- 100-kWh battery, 641-km range and up to 270-kW DC charging.
- Nine airbags, adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- Smaller 540-litre boot versus 673 litres.
- Rear-wheel drive versus the Velar's all-wheel drive.
- Heavier at 2,295 kg versus 1,804 kg.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM638,800 | RM575,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM455 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo | PPE platform, 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 247 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 365 Nm at 1,200 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92.3 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 355 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 563 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 100 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 641 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 270 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | ZF 8HP45 | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 217 km/h | 220 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 173 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,803 mm | 4,784 mm |
| Width | 2,145 mm | 1,938 mm |
| Height | 1,665 mm | 1,622 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,874 mm | 2,893 mm |
| Weight | 1,804 kg | 2,295 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 673 litres✓ | 540 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 235/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 285/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact LX Sport | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | — |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | — |
| Front Wheels | 21" Seven-spoke Style 1033 Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Seven-spoke Style 1033 Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Dynamics, Intelligent Driveline Dynamics, Terrain Response | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags & Front Center Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix LED | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10" InControl Navigation Pro, Touch Pro Duo, 17-speaker 825W Meridian sound system | 10.9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Bose Sound System (710-watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | No | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 65,000 km | 160,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/65,000 km free scheduled maintenance | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Range Rover Velar vs Macan Electric FAQ
Is the Land Rover Range Rover Velar or Porsche Macan Electric better?
The Porsche Macan Electric is the better choice for acceleration, safety equipment, warranty cover and lower purchase cost. Choose the Velar if its all-wheel drive, 673-litre boot and panoramic sunroof are more important to you.
What is the price difference?
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar costs RM63,800 more than the Porsche Macan Electric.
Which has the larger boot?
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar has the larger boot at 673 litres, beating the Porsche Macan Electric's 540 litres by 133 litres.
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