Complete Buyer’s Reference
Porsche’s best-selling model — from the 2015 VR6-powered compact SUV to the 630 hp all-electric Turbo. Every generation, every variant, every key spec in one guide.
The Macan arrived in 2014 and became Porsche’s volume leader within two years. Over 500,000 have been sold globally; in 2019, 22,667 new Macan owners in North America alone dwarfed the 3,880 buyers of the 718 Boxster and Cayman combined. It occupies the compact luxury SUV class and does so with genuinely Porsche-like dynamics. The second generation went fully electric in 2025, built on the 800-volt PPE platform. This guide covers every variant from launch to the present day.
VW Group MLB platform. 5-door SUV, front-engine, all-wheel drive. 7-speed PDK dual-clutch across all variants. Launch lineup included V6 petrol, V6 diesel, and the range-topping 3.6L Turbo.
| Model | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Top Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macan S | 3.0L TT V6 | 340 hp | 339 lb-ft | 5.2 s | 157 mph |
| Macan S Diesel | 3.0L TDI V6 | 258 hp | 450 lb-ft | 6.0 s | 141 mph |
| Macan GTS | 3.0L TT V6 | 360 hp | 369 lb-ft | 4.8 s | 159 mph |
| Macan Turbo | 3.6L TT V6 | 400 hp | 406 lb-ft | 4.4 s | 165 mph |
| Macan Turbo w/ Performance Package | 3.6L TT V6 | 440 hp | 443 lb-ft | 4.2 s | 167 mph |
7-speed PDK dual-clutch on all variants. Porsche Traction Management (PTM) active all-wheel drive. Rear-biased torque distribution (40/60 front/rear split default).
7-inch PCM touchscreen. Analogue instrument cluster. Sport Chrono package optional. Interior quality above class average but notably less technology than the 2019+ facelift.
Known transfer case failures on 2015–2016 models prompted Porsche to issue an extended warranty. Check service records for replacement — post-2017 units have the revised design.
Significant mid-cycle refresh: new front and rear fascia with LED lighting, 10.9-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, revised engines with petrol particulate filter, and updated chassis tuning.
| Model | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macan (base, US market 2017+) | 2.0L EA888 Turbo I4 | 248–261 hp | 273 lb-ft | 6.3 s |
| Macan S | 3.0L Single-Turbo V6 | 348 hp | 354 lb-ft | 4.9 s |
| Macan GTS | 2.9L TT V6 | 375 hp | 383 lb-ft | 4.5 s |
| Macan Turbo | 2.9L TT V6 | 434 hp | 406 lb-ft | 4.3 s |
10.9-inch PCM touchscreen replaces 7-inch unit. Apple CarPlay added. Revised instrument cluster. Interior quality improved noticeably over pre-facelift.
Revised suspension geometry improves turn-in response. Electric power steering recalibrated for better on-centre feel. Sportier and more communicative than 95B.1.
The Macan S Diesel was discontinued with the facelift across most markets. The 2.0L base (4-cylinder) was added in some markets including the US for the first time.
Final evolution of the combustion-engine Macan. New Macan T trim (2023+) as driver-focused entry; GTS becomes range-topping ICE model; Turbo discontinued. Touch-sensitive interior controls added.
| Model | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macan (base) | 2.0L Turbo I4 | 261 hp | 273 lb-ft | 6.0 s |
| Macan T | 2.0L Turbo I4 | 261 hp | 273 lb-ft | 5.8 s |
| Macan S | 3.0L Single-Turbo V6 | 375 hp | 383 lb-ft | 4.5 s |
| Macan GTS | 2.9L TT V6 | 434 hp | 406 lb-ft | 4.3 s |
New for 2023. Driver-focused trim with PASM adaptive dampers, Sport Chrono, and specific exterior accents on the base 2.0L chassis. Fills the gap between base and S.
With Turbo discontinued, the GTS became the performance leader at 434 hp. It uses the same 2.9L twin-turbo V6 as the previous Turbo but with firmer suspension tuning and sportier aesthetics.
Touch-sensitive controls replace traditional physical switches in parts of the interior. Privacy glass standard on GTS. Dark interior trim options expanded. Final iteration before the EV transition.
Completely new platform: Porsche/Audi 800-volt Premium Platform Electric (PPE). Longer wheelbase, coupe-inspired roofline, digital-first interior. Up to 630 hp.
| Model | Motors | Power | 0–60 | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macan Electric (base) | Rear only (RWD) | ~355 hp | ~5.5 s | up to 315 mi |
| Macan 4 Electric | Dual (AWD) | 402 hp | ~5.2 s | up to 287 mi |
| Macan 4S Electric | Dual (AWD) | ~443 hp | ~4.9 s | up to 275 mi |
| Macan Turbo Electric | Dual (AWD) | 630 hp | 3.1 s | up to 261 mi |
| Macan GTS Electric | Dual (AWD) | TBC | TBC | TBC |
100 kWh usable capacity. 800-volt architecture enables up to 270 kW DC fast charging. 10–80% in approximately 21 minutes at a compatible charger. AC home charging up to 11 kW.
Wheelbase: 2,893 mm (113.9 in) — 97mm longer than ICE Macan. Length: 4,784 mm. Width: 1,938 mm. Height: 1,622 mm. Curb weight: 2,330–2,405 kg (5,137–5,302 lbs).
Curved widescreen instrument cluster. Driver-focused cockpit design. Real Glass technology panel standard. Air vent controls integrated into infotainment. Rear storage optimised with flat floor (no transmission tunnel).