First: let me say that you are the best of the RU-vid auto reviewers. Why is it that no journalist has picked up on the truth that serious track junkies do NOT want ceramic brakes on their Porsches? The cost makes them prohibitive. They wear just as quickly. One wants ceramic for a street car, steel for track cars...
Thanks for nailing the Turbo vs. GTS consideration I’d been waiting to hear. Used go with the Turbo, new go with the GTS. Hard to argue with the depreciation graphs that are out there.
MotoMan: You need to change the location of the camera while youre driving. Looking out the windshield on sunny days is washed out so we can see any of the roads you are driving.
Chalk really shows well in all lighting. Almost takes on different tones when sunny, cloudy, etc. People as me all the time what colour do you call that.
Thanks MotoMan Your review was done in great taste , I am running out to get in my GTS seeking back roads like in your video .. Safe travels to everyone in the GTS /Porsche
I owned a Macan S and it only takes a few weeks to have the buttons memorized, the layout actually makes sense. And they don't look dirty after you tough them.
My wife test drove a 2020 Macan GTS and fell in love with the car. I ordered and just took delivery of a 2021 Macan GTS. I had no idea how much value was in our purchase. Thank you for the exciting in depth review!!
Great Review, Just ordered a Macan GTS. Yep, mostly because I have a 2019 Audi S7 and hate the haptic touch screens. Hearing that 2022 Macan is going in that direction. Standard air suspension (not on Turbo) and adding Sport Chrono package a must. Color, certainly a personal choice, and Porsche continues to offer a WIDE range or color option. Well done.
I agree with keeping the physical buttons in the Macan and all other Porsche models. The touch sensitive haptic feedback buttons are nice in some instances like on buttons that aren’t used regularly but I personally like to see individual physical buttons for controls like Sport mode or Launch Control and not a bunch of fingerprints, smears and scratches which ultimately ends up covering a fully touch sensitive surface. I’m honestly surprised that Porsche didn’t make the touch surface controls an option and the physical buttons standard considering all the optional things they sell that are standard on much less expensive cars. Porsche has perfected the science of options and charging customers for things they wouldn’t normally pay for in other brands.
@@MotoManTV I can only imagine. I keep my vehicles clean and tidy and every time I see a car with touch sensitive surfaces the first thing I think about is constantly having to clean off fingerprints and smears. They ruin the clean look that the surface gives you.
Great review. I believe the GTS also offers the sportiest, lowest suspension package of any Macan, exclusive to the GTS. That is a the slam dunk for me. The Turbo might give more of a kick, but no other Macan corners on par with the GTS.
My wife enjoys her’s except for when she shops. It is big enough, but Porsche should fix the usability issues of the trunk. 1. The hard trunk cover really limits the flexibility of the space so it ends up in the garage many times. 2. Even a moderately fully trunk prevents the auto close feature from working too many times, especially when the aforementioned trunk cover is pushed up by purchases and hits the back window.
Great and quite accurate video. I got my 2021 Macan Turbo as a CPO, with Burmester, sports chrono and a few other options for about the same price as 2021 GTS models with less equipment. The original MSRP was $108,xxx. No PCCB but pretty much everything else.
I enjoy all your videos MotoMan, but your Porsche content is far and away the best. I gotta ask, what's the other car in the hanger in Miami Blue? BTW... Do you prefer being addressed as 'MotoMan' or 'George'? Thank you!!
Another great review my pilot friend. Keep it up. I’m a few years away but I’ve narrowed it down this exact crossover and the 971 v6 Panamera. It seems like I see a Macan in every other driveway in the neighborhood so plus 1 for the Panamera. Handling and driving experience seems like it is closer than expected between these two. Is that your observation? I have watched your 971 rwd Panamera review several times. Cheers!
Another exceptional review. You do a superb job of blending the concepts of "value" and Porsche performance, and esthetics combined with true passion for the high level the brand produces. Keep em coming!
I agree keep the buttons please. please add electric assist for extra HP or Hybrid . Full electric is nice but range needs to be 500 + KM so can be used on road trips. Side Bar give more wheel options :)
Mine is an a black out version. Runs great and looks great. I purchased the GTS version over Turbo because if I wanted the Turbo HP, I would go for the 911.
Chalk and red interior Sounds glorious I’ve got the 2017 gts in Rivera blue Love it.. It sounds far better that the new GTS so keeping the Rivera Blue for a few more years.. I’ve heard that the next Macan WILL BE A ALL ELECTRIC like the tacyan
Miami blue einfach wunderbar 😎 i have one for the wish list, but its a big one. Porsche car you give us a decent visualizer to build Porsche’s of our dreams on your website? Seems only BMW have a proper one...
Are the 2018 models more fun to drive than the 2021? The newer models seem stiffer and less enjoyable to feel the torque and speed perhaps from being heavier?
I totally agree with you regarding the switches, other suggestion is to make a coupe version like the cayenne coupe, one more thing for Porshe engineers to consider is offer nice combination of colors for the standard interior like black with red other than the beige, for me the standard non leather interior is easy to keep clean and don’t consume time and much care, for me a daily car it need to stand the higher heat temperatures of the summer and the daily car rough life full of scratches, that’s why for me because I know my self leather interior i like it in my weekend car, but unfortunately porsche only offer the standard interior in black, beige or agate colors, I like red
@@Only-one-life-68 this car is supposed to be the daily 911, also VW group made the q3 coupe, Mercedes made glc coupe, I believe they can do it if they want to
What I do like about your channel is that all the technologies of a car, in this case the ceramic brakes, is well explained and broken down to details so that average viewers like me can understand and appreciate. Now that I can impress my buddies with all these technical knowledge, I can promise you that I won't tell them about your channel :) because that would spill my secret sauce. However, I do thank you and will be watching all your videos. I couldn't catch you on the surface coating option on the brake pad that you explained. Why is being "white" give the rotor a shinning look? @4:58
Fine car (silver wheels, please). Although, I hated the Macan when it was introduced seven years ago, it has won me over. With much anticipation, I look forward to the next generation. As for current models, I prefer the S and its performance/value proposition; i's all the Macan I "need." And I concur regarding buttons/switches versus haptic feedback on smooth surfaces. As Kincade (the late, great Albert Finney) tells James Bond in SKYFALL, "Sometimes the old ways are the best."
Guys a half a second 0-60 is a huge difference. I get if you're trying to save some money you'll let it slide, but half-a-second is an eternity when you're talking performance. And it's not just a tune, the turbo model has bigger turbos (internal wheels).
Agree with the buttons. I had the option of getting the new model but settled with this one because of the buttons and the face of the new one is littered with to much black plastic. I get the car in November and can't wait.
Is there a way to make the inside vehicle front facing camera angle not so blown out? I'd love to be able to see you shred the road and still be able to see the road ahead.
If Porsche’s battery life could last longer , I would definitely get the new taycan cross turisom with Miami Blue(if available). I used to own the Macan GTS and i loved it . Just the back seat and some issues. Now if I need a bigger suv with the V6 , I don’t think I can do it . I would need a V8😂 but I m cheap too...
I totally agree with you the Macan GTS is far most the best handling performance for the money in red . Thanks great content again, also is that part of the road closed for your content all videos I watch there are no vehicle coming up.😎🔥👌💪
I drive a 2017 Macan GTS and it's a great car/suv! The only gripe I have is that in comfort mode there is too much lag after pressing the gas from a standstill.
"this is probably the best performance SUV" famous last words over the Macan..... agree 100% :) If the place inside if enough for you and you want to carry around. If I would buy one, I would buy the GTS - great colour btw this Miami blue - pops great in the review! Yes there will be a Macan EV out there next year? There are pictures out there as a clay model? They say 2022? George, what do your inside sources in Stuttgart tell you - and can you tell us? This last generation will be missed - new - we can still buy it for a while used.
Buttons all day long for me. Driving an 18 Macan and will be upgrading to a 2021 GTS or Turbo because thats the last year for buttons, and I dont want the shiney finger print magnet gear shift area.
Your video made me miss my Macan S. The sound, the handling, and the practicality, I agree the best in its category. I loved it, and that’s coming from a 911 S. It lost me with a footwell water issue that Porsche couldn’t resolve after months of visits.
espresso interior would look a lot better , I got mamba green Macan GTS with espresso interior and everyone loves it, actually got complements how well they go together, black interior is boring as hell
@@olasek7972 yes most greens and browns/tan are usually good; we used to own a met. green / beige 997 and it was a great combo. But something like the hot Lizard Green on the RS cars, for example, IMO is too strong a color for brown, so... back to black.
@@cmacd8879 my main point was that Miami Blue and espresso would go very well together. Generally colors that are on the opposite side of the spectrum (or complementary colors) match well. Italians have the best taste and are not afraid of creating interesting exterior-interior combinations.
Hello Motoman. Love your channel! I watch just about everything. Thank you for what you do... Just ordered a Macan S for my wife with $16,000 in options. Two big ticket items besides the Miami Blue color @ $3,120 were 1) "leather interior in Agate gray / pebble gray" @ $3,880 and 2) Premium Package plus @ $7,100. Did we make a mistake by adding too many options? Should we instead have ordered a Macan GTS?
@@MotoManTV I will be back in a Macan GTS, I only have a 3 year lease , hopping they have a full EV by then. I still have my mistress 2018 Targa4GTS 💙 will always put smile on my face .
Another vote for buttons. Sad to see so many manufacturers jumping on the 'everything on touchscreens' bandwagon, instead of sticking to their tried and tested ergonomics guns.
Please keep physical buttons in the Macan and the 718 for that matter...safety...can be applied with gloves on...muscle memory...just do it Porsche! Please!
@@mtnvalley9298 You’re kidding. Check the tires on your Macan and find yourself a snow drift. Please videotape. Besides, where exactly is Motoman again? They sell both cars there don’t they?
@@mtnvalley9298 Listen, fanboy, I’m glad you like your car and the 1% application to which you’re clinging so lovingly. My $40K and I salute your passion.
@@mtnvalley9298 My name calling. 1% of the buying public. Your description is far less than that. I don’t even drive a Kia, I just value value. You don’t. You’re just a loser who’s ego rides on a brand. Your micro-schlong is the likely source of your(spouse’s) problem.
But… Great review but Miami blue has to be the ugliest color in the Porsche line especially with black wheels which makes the car look like it is running on spare tires
Size in traffic? anything smaller than this makes me feel too crushable by every pickup-gone-crazy place I live. Other than that, I own one and couldn't sit in the back at 6 ft. for more than 45 minutes tops. 5'9 or less space for sure.
@@mtnvalley9298 how old are your kids? the back seats would not fit rear facing car seats when I was checking them out. Props to you for making it work. Which trim do you have?
The GTS may be a discount Turbo, but the GV70 Sport is a discount Macan GTS. It looks better, has more hp and torque, and will be much less $$ with more and better options than the Porsche.
Thx. Have you ever heard of 'shuffle steering'? The steering technique of scrambling hands and arms in a curve like spaghetti noodles in a pot is worse than amateurish, it's dangerous.