Compare cars

Pick up to 3 cars to see how they stack up on score, price and specs.

×

Porsche Macan

Agile sports handling platform inside a compact size profile with 252 hp turbo power and sub-2,500 cc duty savings.

Highest rated
×

Volvo XC60

Understated mid-size family safety option built with phenomenal ride isolation, 216 mm ground clearance, and sub-2,000 cc duty savings.

×

Mercedes-Benz GLC250

Compact luxury crossover with 211 hp turbo power and 4MATIC AWD.

Best value
Porsche MacanVolvo XC60Mercedes-Benz GLC250
Mandai score
9/10
7/10
8/10
Typical price
KSh 7,800,000
KSh 6,800,000
KSh 4,800,000
Years
2017-2023
2017-2023
2017-2023
Body type
–
Mid-size SUV
Mid-size SUV
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Dual-clutch
Automatic
Automatic
Doors
5
5
5
Most popular trim
Macan Base / Macan T / Macan S / Macan GTS / Turbo
XC60 D4 / D5 AWD R-Design / T5 AWD Inscription / T8 Recharge PHEV
GLC250 4MATIC AMG Line
Dealer listings
None listed
None listed
None listed

Fuel and running cost

Trim
Fuel consumption
12.2 km/L8.2 L/100km combined · about 793 km a tank
18.2 km/L5.5 L/100km combined · about 1292 km a tank
13.5 km/L7.4 L/100km combined · about 891 km a tank
Running cost
KSh 1,860 / 100 kmKSh 19 a km · KSh 18,603 for 1,000 km · petrol
KSh 1,251 / 100 kmKSh 13 a km · KSh 12,514 for 1,000 km · diesel
KSh 1,681 / 100 kmKSh 17 a km · KSh 16,812 for 1,000 km · petrol

Dimensions

Length
4,696 mm
4,688 mm
4,656 mm
Width
1,923 mm
1,902 mm
1,890 mm
Height
1,624 mm
1,658 mm
1,644 mm
Wheelbase
2,807 mm
2,865 mm
2,873 mm
Ground clearance
198 mm (up to 230 mm with Air Suspension)
216 mm (250 mm Air)
180 mm
Boot space
488 L (1,503 L folded)
505 L (1,432 L folded)
550 L (1,600 L with seats folded)
Kerb weight
1,795 kg
1,815 kg (2,150 kg T8 Recharge)
1,735 kg
Seats
5
5
5

Specifications

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 / 2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 Petrol
2.0L D4/D5 Twin-Turbo Clean Diesel / 2.0L T5 Turbo Petrol / 2.0L T8 PHEV
2.0L M274 Turbocharged Inline-4
Power
252 hp to 440 hp (Variant dependent)
190 hp (D4) / 235 hp (D5) / 250 hp (T5) / 407–455 hp combined (T8 PHEV)
211 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque
370 Nm to 550 Nm
400 Nm (D4) / 480 Nm (D5) / 350 Nm (T5) / 640–709 Nm (T8 PHEV)
350 Nm @ 1,200–4,000 rpm
Drivetrain
Porsche Traction Management (PTM) AWD
Front-Wheel Drive / BorgWarner AWD
4MATIC Permanent AWD
0–100 km/h
4.3 sec (GTS/Turbo) – 6.5 sec (Base)
4.9 sec (T8 PHEV) / 6.8 sec (T5) / 7.2 sec (D5)
7.3 sec
Top speed
227 km/h – 272 km/h
220 km/h (electronically limited to 180 km/h from 2021)
222 km/h

Fuel economy

Combined
12.2 km/L (2.0T) / 10.0 km/L (Macan S) / 8.8 km/L (GTS)
18.2 km/L (D4 Diesel) / 13.8 km/L (T5 Petrol) / 38.0 km/L equivalent (T8 PHEV)
13.5 km/L
City
10.0 km/L (2.0T) / 8.2 km/L (Macan S) / 7.0 km/L (GTS)
15.5 km/L (D4 Diesel) / 11.2 km/L (T5 Petrol) / 50 km pure EV range (T8 PHEV)
11.0 km/L
Highway
14.5 km/L (2.0T) / 12.2 km/L (Macan S) / 10.8 km/L (GTS)
20.5 km/L (D4 Diesel) / 16.5 km/L (T5 Petrol) / 20.0 km/L (T8 PHEV hybrid mode)
16.0 km/L
Tank size
65 L (75 L optional)
71 L (Petrol/Diesel) / 50 L (T8 PHEV)
66 L
CO₂ emissions
172 g/km
144 g/km (D4) / 49 g/km (T8 PHEV)
152 g/km

At a glance

Model
Porsche Macan (95B Series)
Volvo XC60 (SPA Platform)
Mercedes-Benz GLC250 4MATIC (X253 Series)
Production years
2017–2023
2017–2023
2017–2023
Body type
Compact Luxury Performance SUV
5-Door Mid-Size Executive Luxury Crossover
5-Door Executive Compact SUV
Seating capacity
5
5
5
Fuel types
Petrol
Petrol, Clean Diesel, Plug-In Hybrid (T8 Recharge)
Petrol (Turbocharged Direct Injection)
Engine sizes
1,984 cc (2.0T) / 2,894 cc (2.9L V6) / 2,997 cc (3.0L V6)
1,969 cc (2.0L T5 / T6 / D4 / D5 / T8 PHEV)
1,991 cc
Transmission
Automatic (7-Speed PDK Dual-Clutch)
8-Speed Geartronic Automatic
9G-TRONIC 9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Porsche Traction Management (PTM) AWD
FWD or BorgWarner AWD
4MATIC Permanent All-Wheel Drive
Ground clearance
198 mm (up to 230 mm with Air Suspension)
216 mm (up to 250 mm with Air Suspension)
180 mm
Source market
UK / Japan (RHD)
UK / Japan (RHD)
Japan (RHD)

Pros and cons

What’s good
  • Sub-2,500 cc import duty advantage: 2.0T engine qualifies for 25% KRA excise tax rate.
  • Shared EA888 engine block: Practical parts sourcing and local maintenance in Nairobi.
  • Lightning-fast 7-speed PDK transmission: Instant gearshifts deliver true Porsche sports car feel.
  • Phenomenal ride isolation and quiet cabin: Suppresses road noise and vibration on rough unpaved roads.
  • Sub-2,000 cc KRA duty advantage: Entire 2.0L petrol, diesel, and T8 PHEV lineup qualifies for the lower 25% excise tax bracket.
  • High 216 mm ground clearance: Easily clears deep potholes, tall speed bumps, and rough upcountry estate roads.
  • 407–455 hp T8 Recharge PHEV performance: Launches 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds with zero-emission city commuting.
  • Sub-2,500 cc KRA tax advantage: 2.0L engine qualifies for 25% excise tax bracket, saving huge customs duties.
  • Refined 9G-TRONIC transmission: 9 gear ratios deliver smooth acceleration and quiet 1,400 rpm highway cruising.
  • Prestige cabin craftsmanship: Artico leather upholstery, Burmester surround audio, and MBUX infotainment.
What’s not so good
  • Firm sports-tuned ride on 20-inch wheels: Transmits road texture over unpaved corrugated tracks.
  • Compact rear legroom: Rearest cabin space best suited for medium-height adult passengers.
  • High CRSP customs valuation: Import tax duty represents a solid luxury investment.
  • Optional air suspension compressor care: Rear air bellows require inspection over rough roads.
  • Firmer ride on 19/20-inch AMG rims: AMG Line low-profile tires transmit road firmness over unpaved estate roads.
  • Specialized Mercedes maintenance: Demands MB 229.5 spec synthetic oil and specialized Star Diagnostic scanners.
Compare cars | Mandai