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Porsche Macan

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Porsche Macan

(2014 - present)

    Summary


    The Porsche Macan is a mid-size premium SUV that sits below the Cayenne in the company’s SUV range. It was launched back in 2014, having its latest facelift in Autumn 2021. The Macan shares its basic platform with the original Audi Q5 (2008), but with extensive modifcations by Porsche.

    The Macan is available with a selection of turbocharged petrol engines (not just the Macan Turbo model). A 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine was previously available, but was discontinued in the wake of parent company Volkswagen’s infamous Dieselgate emissions-cheating scandal.

    The Porsche Macan range has received strongly positive reviews from across the UK motoring media, although the top-spec Turbo model tends to score a bit lower than other models in the range. It is highly praised for its driving dynamics, while also being refined and comfortable. The main criticisms have been that (like any Porsche) it tends to be expensive once you start adding too many optional extras, and that many of those extra-cost options are standard on plenty of cheaper cars.

    In a 2020 What Car? survey of the 50 most reliable cars in the UK up to eight years old, the petrol-engined versions of the Porsche Macan ranked equal 47th. Diesel versions didn’t make the top 50. In the 2022 survey, the petrol-powered Macan was ranked as the most reliable luxury SUV.

    A facelifted version of the current Macan arrived in the UK in Autumn 2021, with an updated interior and some minor cosmetic changes. The next-generation Porsche Macan is expected to be launched in 2023, which will only be available as an all-electric model.

    As of December 2022, the Porsche Macan has an Expert Rating of 76%, based on 39 reviews collected from UK media sources.

    Macan highlights

    • Sports car performance
    • Refined and comfortable cabin
    • Sleek exterior
    • Good quality infotainment
    • Excellent driving position

    Macan lowlights

    • High running costs
    • Top-of-the-range models very expensive
    • Some optional features should be standard
    • Other SUV rivals are more practical
    • Heavy weight hinders agility

    Key specifications


    Body style: Medium SUV/crossover
    Engines: petrol
    Price: From £48,970 on-road

    Launched: Spring 2014
    Last updated: Autumn 2021
    Update due: TBA


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    Safety rating


    Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

    Overall score: 5 stars
    Date tested: December 2014
    Date expired: January 2021
    Read the full Euro NCAP review

    Adult protection: 88%
    Child protection: 87%
    Vulnerable road users: 60%
    Safety assist: 66%

    No safety rating

    The Porsche Macan was originally crash tested by Euro NCAP back in 2014 and awarded a five-star rating. However, this rating expired in January 2020 and is no longer valid as the car no longer meets the standards required for such a rating.

    Eco rating


    Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

    No eco rating

    As of December 2022, the Porsche Macan has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

    Reliability rating

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    Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

    All data based on MotorEasy average workshop costs for extended car warranty claims

    The Porsche Macan has a reliability score that’s very slightly worse than average, according to exclusive extended warranty data provided by our partners at MotorEasy. This score covers both the current-generation Macan and the original (pre-2018) version.

    More than 40% of all reported problems with the Macan relate to its electrical system, with an average repair bill of about £400. The other area to look out for are the fuel system, although the average bills for these are again fairly low. Be aware of engine problems, however, – although rare, they are expensive with an average repair bill of more than £1,100.

    If you’re looking at a used Porsche Macan, make sure any extended warranty cover you purchase covers all of these potential problem areas.

    Security rating


    Independent vehicle theft and security ratings from Thatcham Research

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    Rating: Superior | Good | Basic | Poor | Unacceptable
    Relay Attack: Pass

    Date: 2019

    Awards


    Trophies, prizes and awards that the Porsche Macan has received

    2022

    • Carbuyer Awards – Best Used Hot SUV

    2021

    • Carbuyer Awards – Best Used Hot SUV

    2020

    • What Car? Awards – Best Sports SUV

    2014

    • Auto Express Awards – Best Compact SUV

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    The Porsche Macan has received very positive media reviews, although the top-spec Turbo tends to score lower than other models in the range.Porsche Macan