Verdict
The Porsche Macan Electric costs RM575,000, a RM296,000 jump over the RM279,000 Subaru Outback, but brings 355 hp, 563 Nm and a 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time against 185 hp, 245 Nm and 9.6 seconds. Its 100 kWh battery is rated for 641 km and accepts up to 270 kW DC charging, while annual road tax is RM455 versus the Subaru’s RM878. The Outback counters with all-wheel drive, a sunroof and a space-saver spare, making it the more attainable long-distance petrol wagon.
The Macan Electric Turbo (RM845,000) sits above every Outback variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric if you can justify RM575,000 for 641 km EV range, 270 kW DC charging and a 5.7-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
Pick the Subaru Outback if you want all-wheel drive, a sunroof and a space-saver spare for RM279,000.
Key differences
- Price: Porsche Macan Electric RM575,000; Subaru Outback RM279,000.
- Power and torque: Porsche Macan Electric 355 hp and 563 Nm; Subaru Outback 185 hp and 245 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Porsche Macan Electric 5.7 seconds; Subaru Outback 9.6 seconds.
- Driveline: Porsche Macan Electric rear-wheel drive; Subaru Outback all-wheel drive.
- Road tax: Porsche Macan Electric RM455 per year; Subaru Outback RM878 per year.
- Warranty: Porsche Macan Electric 8 years/160,000 km; Subaru Outback 5 years/100,000 km.
Macan Electric
- 355 hp and 563 Nm with a 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 641 km EV range, 11 kW AC and 270 kW DC charging
- Eight-year/160,000 km warranty and 540-litre boot
- Costs RM296,000 more than the Subaru Outback
- Rear-wheel drive versus the Outback’s all-wheel drive
- No sunroof or space-saver spare listed
Outback
- RM279,000 price and all-wheel drive
- Sunroof and space-saver spare tyre
- Longer 4,870 mm body with 522-litre boot
- 185 hp and 245 Nm trail the Macan Electric’s 355 hp and 563 Nm
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 3.9 seconds slower
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the Porsche’s eight years/160,000 km
What the Macan Electric has over the Outback
What the Outback has over the Macan Electric
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Macan Electric's wheelbase is 148 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Macan Electric is 63 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM575,000 | RM279,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | Compact Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM455✓ | RM878 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM5,870/mo | RM2,850/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM15,198 | RM7,601✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,386 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.93 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM85,195 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 9.1 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 25 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | PPE platform, 800V architecture | Direct Fuel Injection, Horizontally Opposed, 4-Cylinder, DOHC 16-Valve, Boxer Engine |
| Capacity | — | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 185 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | — | 245 Nm at 3,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Boxer 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 94 mm × 90 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12 |
| 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 | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Lineartronic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Subaru |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 220 km/h✓ | 206 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,784 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Width | 1,938 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,622 mm | 1,682 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,893 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 2,295 kg | 1,756 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 63 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres✓ | 522 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/45R20 | 225.60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Alenza H/L33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | — | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | — | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags & Front Center Airbag) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 10-way power adjustable driver with memory, 8-way powered adjustment front passenger |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Bose Sound System (710-watts) | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 11-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation and PIN Code Access |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Macan Electric vs Outback FAQ
Is the Porsche Macan Electric or Subaru Outback better?
The Porsche Macan Electric is better for outright pace, EV range and charging capability, with 355 hp, 641 km range and 270 kW DC charging. The Subaru Outback is the more rational buy if all-wheel drive and a RM279,000 price matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Macan Electric costs RM575,000 and the Subaru Outback costs RM279,000, so the difference is RM296,000.
Which has the longer warranty?
The Porsche Macan Electric has the longer warranty at eight years or 160,000 km, including an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty. The Subaru Outback is covered for five years or 100,000 km.
How long does charging take?
The Macan Electric's 100.0 kWh battery takes about 9.1 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 25 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 270 kW peak.