Verdict
At RM575,000, the Porsche Macan Electric costs RM296,000 more than the Subaru Outback, but brings a 355 hp, 563 Nm rear motor, 641 km EV range and 270 kW DC charging. Its 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time is far ahead of the Outback’s 9.6 seconds, while the Porsche also has a 540-litre boot and an eight-year/160,000 km warranty. The Subaru counters with all-wheel drive, a 63-litre petrol tank and lower RM878 annual road tax versus RM455 for the EV.
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric if you want 355 hp EV pace, 641 km rated range and a richer parking and driver-display package.
Pick the Subaru Outback if you need all-wheel drive, a petrol powertrain and a far lower purchase price.
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.
- Energy storage: Porsche Macan Electric 100 kWh battery with 641 km range; Subaru Outback 63-litre petrol tank.
- Warranty: Porsche Macan Electric eight years/160,000 km; Subaru Outback five years/100,000 km.
Macan Electric
- 355 hp and 563 Nm motor output
- 641 km EV range and 270 kW DC charging
- 540-litre boot, 360-degree camera and auto parking
- RM296,000 pricier than the Subaru Outback
- Rear-wheel drive versus the Outback's all-wheel drive
- No front foglamps, sunroof or spare tyre listed
Outback
- All-wheel drive with a 63-litre petrol tank
- RM296,000 lower purchase price
- Front foglamps, tilt-and-slide sunroof and space-saver spare tyre
- 185 hp and 245 Nm trail the Porsche's 355 hp and 563 Nm
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 3.9 seconds slower
- Shorter five-year/100,000 km warranty
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Torque | — | 245 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 94 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags & Front Center Airbag | 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.
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Macan Electric vs Outback FAQ
Is the Porsche Macan Electric or Subaru Outback better?
The Porsche is better for outright performance, EV range, boot space and warranty cover. The Subaru is the better fit if all-wheel drive, petrol refuelling and a much lower entry cost matter more than acceleration and charging speed.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Macan Electric costs RM296,000 more than the Subaru Outback.
Which has the stronger safety and parking package?
Both have autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, steering-correction lane keeping and adaptive cruise control. The Porsche adds rear side airbags, a front centre airbag, six front and six rear parking sensors, a head-up display and auto parking; the Subaru has four rear sensors.