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A Head-to-Head Look at Luxury SUVs: The 2026 Porsche Macan vs the 2025 Jaguar F-PACE and the 2025 Audi Q5

New Porsche SUVs in Durham offer unrivaled performance and a thrilling design. Our team is excited to show you how the 2026 Porsche Macan embodies those traits. The spacious cabin and enticing features make every Raleigh errand and commute more enjoyable. Competitors like the 2026 Jaguar F-PACE and the 2025 Audi Q5 offer many features and options, but they don't always stack up to the 2026 Jaguar F-PACE.

While the all-new 2025 Audi Q5 is an updated version of the 2025 Audi Q5, it still does not stack up to the 2026 Porsche Macan. Our comparison highlights attractive traits for anyone who wants a sporty new SUV near Raleigh. You can save time by starting your search with our comparison since we put many relevant details in one place.

Feel free to contact our team for more information about the 2026 Porsche Macan after reading our comparison. We can show you each feature and option that pushes it ahead of other attractive new SUVs in Durham, including the 2026 Jaguar F-PACE and the all-new 2025 Audi Q5.

You can see each new Porsche on our lot online for a convenient way to decide which model you want to test drive when you visit.


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2026 Porsche Macan Interior


2026 Porsche Macan vs 2026 Jaguar F-PACE

  • You'll get a more powerful base engine and upgraded engine with the 2026 Porsche Macan than the 2026 Jaguar F-PACE.
  • Both models provide standard all-wheel drive to keep you confident on highways and slippery terrain.
  • The seven-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) transmission provides smooth and dynamic shifts for the 2026 Macan. The 2026 Jaguar F-PACE comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
  • There are 18-way adjustable front seats available for the 2026 Porsche Macan, giving it more adjustability than the 2026 F-PACE.
  • You can connect compatible smartphones through Apple CarPlay® with both models.




  • Three-zone climate control is standard for the 2026 Porsche Macan. You'll only find two-zone climate control standard in the 2026 F-PACE.
  • Headlights for the 2026 Porsche Macan boast the Porsche Dynamic Lighting System. The 2026 F-PACE uses Premium LED Lighting.
  • Stay confident driving either model with a wide range of driver assistance systems looking out for you.
  • Porsche models have elegant designs with rounded features to separate them from the competition. The Jaguar lineup uses sharp features for a more aggressive look.
  • You can add more sophisticated details to the 2026 Porsche Macan, including an analog clock, that are not options for the 2026 Jaguar F-PACE.
2026 Porsche Macan Exterior

2026 Porsche Macan



2026 Porsche Macan vs 2025 Audi Q5

  • The 2026 Macan makes 261 horsepower on its base engine and up to 434 horsepower on its highest upgrade. The 2025 Audi Q5 can only have 268 horsepower.
  • Both models give three-zone climate control to maximize comfort during any Raleigh-Durham drive.
  • The 2026 Porsche Macan and the 2025 Audi Q5 Sportback offer up to 53.1 cubic feet of cargo space.
  • You will get unique design details when choosing the 2026 Macan over the 2025 Audi Q5.
  • A seven-speed automatic transmission comes in both models, ensuring a smooth ride and uninterrupted gear changes.

  • Both models keep you confident in loose terrain and difficult conditions with standard all-wheel drive.
  • A 10.9-inch touchscreen is equipped in the 2026 Porsche Macan to keep you connected to what you love without feeling overwhelmed. The 2025 Q5 has a 14.5-inch touchscreen.
  • You'll get ambient lighting in the 2026 Porsche Macan. The 2025 Audi Q5 has ambient lighting in its ambient lighting package.
  • Enjoy Apple CarPlay® connectivity in both models to help you listen to your favorite songs.
  • Both models can tow up to 4,400 pounds, allowing you to bring along any essential gear for your drive.

Take a New Porsche Macan for a Test Drive Today

While you can read all day about the Porsche Macan and other similar luxury SUVs, there is no substitute to visiting Porsche Southpoint and taking one for a test drive. A test drive is the best way to see for yourself if a vehicle is right for you to drive in Durham. During your test drive, you can see how the Macan feels to take out on the road, and discover which features you like most. Your test drive can also let you make a direct comparison to models like the Jaguar F-Pace and Audi Q5 if you have also taken those models for a test drive. To schedule your Porsche Macan test drive at our Durham dealership, contact us today.

2026 Porsche Macan Interior Seats