The Porsche Macan T is Surprisingly Good, With One HUGE Problem... 

I had one of these for a little while - I loved it but the kids hated it - the back seats are so uncomfortable for them -especially the middle - I sat in them on a drive and agreed - so I was faced with a choice and going fully against my better judgement on such things I decided to keep the kids. I have regretted this decision ever since!

Narratively, I honestly think this is your best car review to date. Very well thought out, structured and argued.

The problem is at 25:50

I’ve got one on order and it will be my first Porsche, coming from a GLC (diesel). The test drive I did was eye opening on what a proper driver focused SUV can do on the road, power is not everything (especially whith speed limitations) but this handles beautifully and has just about everything you can possibly want on an open road. A simple tune could make it go to the 300hp you talked about, but not sure it is needed! It’s a lot of fun for a SUV and as you said, it depends on your expectations. Mine were blown away and I can’t wait for it to arrive 🤩

We test-drove the base Macan while shopping for similar 2.0T luxury commuter SUVs (X3, GLC 300, Q5, etc). The chassis, steering, and gearbox were in an entirely different class, and the cockpit is well-optioned without being cluttered (or worse, gimmicky - I’m looking at you disco lighting MB). It was enough to get me in the door with the brand. What sold me was the 2.9T V6 the Macan S borrows from the GTS. While there’s a stated performance difference, in reality it’s slight, meaning the S might be the best value in the entire Porsche lineup. The amount of car you get for the money is staggering.

Your second Porsche history lesson in quick succession! Both fantastically honest and thorough. Top class work.

great review james! Spot on. I have this exact dilema. I'm changing my 6yo Macan 4 cylinder now, but the reality is that when you spec an S with the necessary extras (wheels, sport seats, exhaust, sunroof, etc...) its not 1k more but rather 8-10k more than the T (at least in switzerland). That coupled to the crazy CO2 taxes here, I think the T is probably the one for me!

Great review😊 My better half just got one and I’m amazed how good it is. We test drove the GTS and it was overkill for her needs. The extra weight is very noticeable particularly when braking. The T sounds like a Golf R with the sports exhaust which was unexpected! Great ride too😉

Macan GTS is my daily driver... and boxster gts 4.0 is my nice weather car. You're absolutely right about the Macan being just about the best daily driver you can possibly buy. I think the Macan S is a actually even a better value than either the GTS or the T if optioned correctly such as with the relatively cheap red or beige full leather options which also gives you deviated stiching included. Air suspension is nice to give you softer comfort and sportier sport.

I bought one and absolutely love it! Specced the heck out of it with almost any nifty useful option and it is a very very nice car. Thank you for the review and awesome choice of music.

I did a dance to your "extensive standard equipment" list read. 😂 And I agree with your assessment of daily drivers. I think a lot of enthusiasts buy into the fantasy of cars rather than the reality. Something like a Cayman GT4 RS is pointless on the street.

I bought a Macan T over the S and have not regretted it one bit. As a daily driver in Los Angeles and for the occasional road trip, it's perfect. The savings went into my IRA and that makes me smile every time I drive my Macan T. When I'm ready for something sportier, I'll get a 911.

The Macan T is a great car and what we ended up buying after testing the Base, T and S. For me, I absolutely love the deviated stitching interior and the seats. I paid 4k to get deviated stitching on my 911 (in addition to $4k for the upgraded leather interior). For me, whatever SUV you drive will be compromised because of the weight. The T is just fast enough to be fun and the lower weight on the nose vs the S makes it a much more agile car (IMO). The T also feels quite a bit better on spirited drives relative to the base. The base sits higher and you can feel the T is a lot more planted. Consider spec'ing a T and a S to truly compare the price. For me, the S would have cost $10k more than the T after options so the choice was clear. Having a 992 C2S and Macan T, both are very enjoyable cars, for different purposes. I don't regret not opting for the S.

I’ve had multiple Macan loaners while my cars have been in for service. I’ve enjoyed all of them. If you spec a base pretty base then it’s fine. But totally agree on T vs S. The T doesn’t make much sense. I’ve also had Cayenne and Taycan loaners. I never got out of those saying I’d like to own one. Unlike the Macan. Great vehicle. Surprisingly so.

I own a 2023 macan s. A total no brainer vs the T for all the reasons you have stated in the video. For an extra grand I got a slightly de-tuned macan gts with that amazing 2.9l v6 under the bonnet. It really shifts and as a former 911 owner I was pretty amazed at what I was able to do with one when I tracked a Macan S at the Porsche Experience Centre at Silverstone prior to delivery. If you pay a bit more you also get a very nice interior which feels miles plusher than what BMW and Other rivals offer. After a wait of almost a year for the car I can say it was worth the wait!

Great review. I just bought the Macan T and love it. I previously owed the S and actually find the T more enjoyable to drive. I find the lower weight and active suspension more than offset the drop in power. In addition, here in the US, there is a $10 k difference between the T and the S making the T a very attractive lower cost alternative.

I just bought the base Macan for my wife. She loves it and does not drive fast or care about speed so she is happy. I get in it and the first thing I think of is "this needs more power". But hey, she's happy and therefore it saved me money. Also the price delta is different here in the USA. It is $6000 more for an S over a T and 12,000 more! from a base to an S. That is a big difference.

Ive driven my Macan T a little over 2500 miles and I can say I'm pleasantly surprised. Mine does have some nice equipment but far from "fully loaded". That means I have Air-suspension (must have IMO), Panoramic roof (Not a must have for me), PDLS Plus (Don't know how good the standard lights are but mine are among the best Ive experienced), 360 surround view (save the money and go for just the rear-view camera) and adaptive cruise control (I never use CC so don't know if its any good). I also have the same interior as this one which I think is superb and people who've been riding in the car has complimented the nice fabric in the middle of the seats and the quality of the interior overall. What I don't have is the upgraded sound system, but the standard 150W system. Works fine for me, it sounds way better than any other standard system Ive heard, especially VWs, but would maybe consider upgrading to the Bose. Im really impressed with the car overall, and the 4-cyl ea888 engine works better in this than any other car Ive driven with the same engine IMO (probably thanks to it being mounted lengthways and connected to the excellent PDK). Would recommend the car to anyone who´s in the market for a well-put-together SUV which rides and drives really, really nicely.

1:25 James u forgot that BMW were making the X5 before Porsche made the Cayenne during that time

Just done 7000 miles in one of these and absolutely love it! You're right about the four-pot motor - 300bhp and a fruitier exhaust as standard would have helped to distance it from the base 2.0 - but the T's dynamics are superb and its unique chassis/torque-split set up really benefits from the weight saving over the front wheels. (This is one of the lightest cars in its class, which - unlike the V6 models - means I can tow Boxster/Cayman sized cars on a lightweight alloy trailer for work without getting into tachograph territory.) Taken in isolation the price does look a bit steep compared to the S, but factor in the T's standard spec and likely depreciation (i.e. low lease payments) and this might be the cheapest premium SUV ownership prospect built by Porsche or any of its rivals. I share your contempt of coal-hole black interiors, James, so I ditched the part-cloth upholstery and opted for the Black/Bordeaux Red two-tone leather interior. Same superb electric GTS seats, looks fantastic, cost just £176!

Very enjoyable review! As the owner of a 2023 Macan S, I think your descriptions throughout your review are spot on. For anyone who enjoys driving their car using a "sporty touch," you really need to move up to the 6-cylinder, twin turbo models. However, the comfort and handling of all the Macans are excellent, especially if you get one with air suspension.

The spec sheet readout😂🙌🏼 edit: I absolutely love that gold 911, black interior and all. Different strokes and all that…..😅

First Macan I drove on a test drive was the diesel and I was amazed at how good it was. Even the engine delivered a surprising amount of power. I now have a 2017 GTS (3.0L) and I love it. They drive brilliantly and are almost sports cars in their drive and handling. Fast, sound great handle well for what they are, definitely feels a Porsche, and comfortable on long trips (air suspension a must).

I've got the Base Macan with a stage 1 ECU tune/remap which costs around $1500 and it's close to 300HP. So instead of paying $10000 plus for the Macan S which some say is the best value for money, the base with $1500 tune is almost similar speed to a Macan S with a lighter engine for the sportier handling dynamics. You can do this too with the Macan T and you would have the perfect and best value Macan.

This is why I subscribe to this channel and not all the huge car channels. You talk about cars from a daily driver perspective. Not every 'sporty' car is to be driven like you are at the race track. You talk about real world driving and in traffic.

I'm one of those people that would only have a black interior. Black always looks subtle and cool. Ages far better than a light interior.

I had a Diesel S Macan on steel springs when it first came out and kept it for 90,000 miles it was very good everywhere but became a little bit long in the tooth. MPG was unto 44mpg and around town 23/25mpg. I then bought an absolutely fully loaded Macan Turbo (2.9L petrol) from Porsche Centre Swindon as my everyday car which around town returns 15-17mpg but on a run at a true 70mph gives me 29-35mpg which is frankly astonishing. I always use the super unleaded fuel usually from Sainsbury's but lately fill up with BP Ultimate which has been giving me the highest MPG figures. (is this a well known phenomenon ?) James the beginning of this episode had me in stitches. You're a brilliant presenter and very funny with it. Thanks for this review. Brilliant.

Excellent steering, handling and PDK do it for me. Two tons have never felt so light.

I absolutely agree with his rant against boring interiors. I'm currently looking at a used McLaren, either a 12C or 650, and they all have a plain black interior. This is a supercar, it's meant to be over the top and extrovert, it has doors that open upwards, most of them have bold colours like Volcano Red or Mantis Green, it's meant to exude surprise and delight. And yet every single 12C or 650S currently on the used market, with only one exception, has a black interior.

Unfortunately it was during one of the 2021 semi lockdowns, but I had a high spec demo base model for about 2.5 weeks as a courtesy car. I am definitely not a SUV fan and can rarely see the point over a decent hatchback (especially when I have been in daily's owned by friends and family). But as a guilty secret, I really liked the Macan 🙂

As a golf r driver, I feel like this logical upgrade for us R enthusiasts

The T is for me with Its distinctive looks, its driver focus, and its good performance. It’s a slippery slope with Porsche and after driving the Base, T, S, and GTS, the T was the best fit for me as our family vehicle. It’s quick enough around town and I love the way it felt from behind the wheel. However, I do agree that tuning it to the 315 HP Golf R power level would have been just right to slot it comfortably between the Base and the S, even if that meant a slight bump in price.

Selling my GTS and bought a Macan Base for my partner, it's perfect for the daily commute and airport run 👍 I on the other hand have a Spyder coming 😊

I own a MY2023 Macan GTS and as someone who spent far too much time on the Porsche configurator I thought I would add my opinion. The S does make a good value proposition compared with the GTS depending on the spec you choose… the difference in cost between the S and GTS was around £1500 when I applied my spec to each car. Add to that the fact that the all Porsche GTS products seem to hold onto their initial value better than the S models I couldn’t not buy the GTS. Take a look at 4 year old, low mileage T’s, S’s and GTS’s… the T and the S are about the same value and the GTS is 10-15k more expensive so it may be better to pay more upfront to lose less in the end 🤔 ask me again in 4 years 😂

We've got the 2022 Macan GTS, and everyone in the family loves it. It wasn't our first Porsche, so when we test drove the 2.0 Macan, it felt slightly underpowered, so we went the V6 way and got the GTS, as a well-optioned S would be the same price as a GTS. Fantastic car, and at least in Brazil, you can sell them used for 30% more than you've paid. We've already taken it to dirt roads, and it was just fine. Even did donuts in the rain! You can daily it but also have fun with it, so it's perfect for us.

Thanks James, I finally get to use the word stoichiometric in a post! With this being a lowly 2.0L, Porsche probably mapped the engine in a way that makes a lot of it's torque low down and thus trying to mask the cars heft and lack of capacity. The problem with this is that small boosted engines tend to suffer from low speed/ medium to high load knock (predetonation). Thus stoichiometric A/F mixture isn't run and the car drinks fuel! Actually looked at one of these in 2015, 2.0t (237ps back then) had a 12 month waiting list. Macan V6 close to 3 years! Bought a F15 X5 40d instead!

Great video. Brilliant delivery of the list of 'extensive standard equipment.'

Great video. james. Very informative and entertaining. Enjoyed this. A great car 👌👍

I have a black 911 with a black interior, that's what I wanted. I did not buy it for resale value, I bought it because it was closest to the spec I wanted.

ur point about the charm and even upmarket-ness of some analogue dials is spot on. feels like im rlly driving a machine

Ummmm, James.... you left the wipers on, after it stopped raining.

I agree with regards to android auto. I've just bought a brand new mecan s and was told it had it but it never did. Really disappointed and it's not acceptable from a brand new vehicle

I bought the Macan T Dec 22 My wife loves to cruise around town and suits her lifestyle perfectly. No regrets. If it were for myself I might of upped the ante to the S model. We compared the ride to a Stelvio and to be honest the Porsche felt more refined and handled better and just as important , looks better too imo.

I have just sold my 2019 Macan S after 50,000 miles as my daily driver. It has been great, so much so that I am collecting a new Macan S next week. It will have light grey leather interior and Panoramic roof. I have driven the 4 cylinder versions too. They turn & dance nicely, but need more poke. They are not such good value as an S (value using Porsche metrics of course). I have shoved my non Sport Chrono Macan along the roads James was driving with indecent enthusiasm and it is brilliant at that kind of driving. I’m glad he liked it, I do too.

Fun fact: Whilst the rest of the world said Macan as Ma-cahn (with hard C like 'can't'), us in Indonesia (where the word 'macan' originated from, meaning 'tiger') said it as Ma-chan (with sharp C like 'chat'). I'm still not used to spell Indonesian word (my mother language) with English twang. But at this point we are touching the 'IT'S POR-SCHE NOT PORCH' territory so I am not going to judge anyone saying Ma-cahn. I'll be a good petrolhead and be inclusive. Also, not a fan of Macan 2.0, as good as it is maybe it still feels like jumped-up Golf (thanks to that engine). However, I'd give my approval for the quality. It is rock-solid with great ergonomics. Still, would rather a Macan GTS... Also-also, I am angry at that Gold Explosion ChromaFlair 992 GT3T interior spec. Why not some gold stitching and yellow seat centre, damnit. You already spent GBP90k on the bloody paint, might as well pay GBP2000 for some nice seat centre.

Splendid. A California Friend Owns One and Raves About 30:37 Its Quality a Performance!!!!

Recently bought a heavily specced ‘s’ to use as a daily . I tested all its competitors and it is head and shoulders above them. Fuel economy is woeful though averaging 25mpg and never managed more than 30mpg.

Most Decent Macan Ts are around £72/75k a mk3 gts can be had for £10k more running costs will be higher but prob worth it! I recently sold my gen 1 Macan GTS I’ve regretted every day since….

I like black interiors, the gold 911 pictures with plain black interior is what I would order.

7:30 Dark interiors are just easy on the eye for most people imo. It helps keep focus on driving. I don't see anything wrong with them other than being _bland_ ofcourse. Having a car look amazing on the outside, but normal on the inside is perfectly fine.

I think people miss the point of the T….it does what the gts does without the power. It can be driven hard and loves the corners and back roads. It’s a proper driving car of the suv world, it doesn’t have the power, so what! It’s well damped and the suspension is excellent. The whole argument of T vs. S is silly too. £500 more gets you as S, but the S is then short of 7k of options. No GTS suspension but has a v6 so you can go quicker in a straight line lol. It also pains me to see people delete all the T parts like the unique seats and decals and wheels. A standard T in the U.K. is about 12k over list and could rise further with this EV nonsense and macan electric, when people will want to stay ICE. My other car is a 718 gt4, like a geek they match in crayon 😂

That fuel economy isn't really any different to what I get out of my XKR.

Very interesting report James, as usual. Sad for me that Porsche dropped the V6 diesel. We have a diesel Macan as our daily driver, great car, pulls like a train from no revs no need to go over 3000rpm 36 to the gallon around town drove to South of France via Germany travelling at maximum allowable speeds plus a bit, 2000 mile trip home to home averaged 44 mpg. I can’t see that our Macan is doing anymore damage to the planet than a 4 cylinder turbo charged petrol engine doing 20 to the gallon, can’t see us selling it anytime soon.

There's a reason nearly all porsche owners go for a 'dark' interior James. Well there's a couple, one of which is when it comes to the selling the car, I believe it holds it value better in porsches, when it's a black/dark interior.

Got to test drive one earlier this week and I agree. Phenomenal car, but I feel like I'd go for the S instead of the T.

I've got the limited edition black Boxster S with 320 horses for play time and I'm picking up the Macan GTS. I test drove the base model and it was very nice but I've been spoiled with my Boxster S so I need the speed of the GTS. LOVED YOUR REVIEW

I had a macan s 2016 (that I recently changed for another 25:32 Porsche) and was really beautiful machine to drive. I like to watch your videos. Thank you for your reviews. Greetings from California. 🙏

Usa here... Bought a 23 cpo.. saved about 14k. For my needs it's perfect.. especially with the cpo warranty

I can't help but think of an AMC Pacer every time I see one from the rear

You should be glad there is no panoramic roof - my Macan GTS panoramic roof pissed in water. Back to the dealer 3 times and they couldn't fix the issue. Car returned.

Bought my wife a 2017 Macan S diesel. Great looks silver paint and black wheels. Only complaint is low speed diesel jitters and vibrations, and maintenance cost... Bought myself a 2016 Lexus NX200t and I prefer lexus more as a daily family car. I do miss my porsche boxster s 987.2 pdk as daily though...

Before I purchased the Macan T I test drove both the Macan T and Macan S.. the T had far superior handling. Plus all the extras and looks made it a more appealing package being in Australia where the speed limit is 100kph on the fwy. Unless you live in Germany with autobahn’s the V6 is over kill here since the T model is still faster then a Golf GTi. Also an S model with similar specs was 26k more, so over budget for me. No regrets at all with the Macan T. It’s an awesome package all round this vehicle 👍

The value proposition is pretty market dependant. In Australia, the T is only 3% greater than a Base. The S is another 20% more. Our cars are also somewhat differently specified with everything from the larger fuel tank to comfort access standard already.

Totally agree with the dialog about Porsche buyers optioning all Black interiors!

I bought a 2022 Macan and I have to admit, coming from a 2010 F150, its an absolute dream and the most fun I've ever had driving a car. I know there is faster, I know there is sportier, but it's my car and I'm in absolute love. Would I like a GTS? Sure!! I'll get one later :)

I bought a Macan Turbo back in 2018, I had to have the fire breather, and its quick, but a little thirsty on petrol. I've driven base models and I think they're quite good - the handling/ride is almost a little better - its very tossable as its lighter and feels a bit more nimble. The GTI 4 pot turbo motor is good, and tuned for the Macan. Its a little sluggish off the line, to address that leave it in Sport mode and it drives very well.

So true about the lack of basic standard features. I can Kind of give them a pass on that stuff when it comes to their sports cars but on a compact SUV based on a q5? Nah…

not having Android Auto is very frustrating

These are brilliant cars. A mate has a very high spec 2016 S Diesel which he's had from nearly new, been in it plenty and have driven it and honestly I'm not sure there is much out there that makes for such a good daily driver. It drives like a sports car, far more so than you'd expect given its Q5 roots (Porsche worked wonders on the chassis), is quick, the PDK gearbox is other worldly in terms of speed of change and choice of gear and feels special in a way a Q5 could only dream of, even at 7 years old. I'd say literally the only thing that lets it down for me is rear space as it's not as good as you'd think it would be. Shame the 6 cyl diesels disappeared as I think these suit these far better than the 4 cyl petrols

Bought my missus one of these last year , she loves it, has literally no idea about bhp , weight over the axle, 0-60 times . The things she cares about are present and she loves it. I do accept she probably is the least typical Porsche owner however . Is it underpowered ? Probably , but is it much greater than the sum of it’s parts ? Definitely .

Had a go in one last year. Love the interior. Probably the best comfort I have had in a car. I'm a big bloke and it felt like a good pair of shoes

Thanks J, another good, honest review! 🙏🙏

The Macan T actually does have keyless ignition, and a memory driver's seat and exterior mirrors standard (at least in the US). But I can see in the video they are not included in the UK.

Black and grey interiors make perfect sense. You don't want excessive drama and distraction in the cabin. You want the perfect environment in which to relax for long cruises, or focus on spirited drives. If there's splurges of colour all over the place on the interior it's going to grow tiresome very quickly.

I love motoring, but have barely driven anthing the past decade. Drove the original Renault Espace, my dad's car when I got my license. I liked sitting up high, but not that SUVs are the norm, does that still have the same added value over a hatchback, sedan or wagon? Loved the miiiiildly sporty Mazda 323F I drove to the junkyard prematurely (oh, it wanted oil?). OK you sit up higher, but what does a Macan do for me otherwise, over say an entry level Panamera, Jaguar XF Sportbreak (I love that for looks and interior), Mercedes E, etc? Maybe a very basic question, but is an "SUV" worth it, if it's really a lifted coupé? GLS, that I can see. A theoretical R-Class, on a modern chassis and drivetrain, oh yeah baby! But a lifted Golf with a Porsche chassis and interior?

The Macan is a brilliantly handling SUV (I’ve owned two of them) It’s not without its flaws.. poor room for rear passengers for example, but it’s still good enough. Arguably a Golf is more practical. The Cayenne is also excellent (I’ve had three of them) but the minute you step back into a Macan, you feel the difference in agility.. bearing in mind that a Cayenne makes an X5 feel like a bus.. the Cayenne itself is still an excellent handling SUV, which highlights just how good the Macan actually is. Great review!

Aren’t there issues with the 3L leaking though? That 2L should be dead reliable. We’re starting to shop for a CrV replacement. My wife who famously cares not a bit about her car has yawned at all suggestions. Until this. Knocked me over. And says something that it could make her notice and ignore the price. My Boxster may have a roommate!

Volvo's also allow you to turn off the lane departure warning and it stays off permanetly if you do.

I hate suvs but love my 2.0 macan - it is in the body shop and they gave me a q5 and I was afraid it would feel the same, happy to say they don’t drive anywhere similarly and I cannot wait to have the porsche back

Reading some of the comments make me feel a little better about my Macan T. For me I feel it is too slow. I should have opted for the S when I leased, now I am stuck with it. It is better than my GLC 300 but just cannot touch my X6 when I had it. Sedans around me would always be shocked at how fast that big girl was. Had a fun lil highway run with 2 Infiniti cars. a 4-door Sedan and a 2-door coupe which was older. The 2-door coupe smoked me in the T, the 4-door couldn't catch me but it was hanging close. I'm in the US by the way. I love how the engine sounds but wish I had little more horses. It's shame you can't tune a leased car. My Macan off the lot came with panoramic roof, 14-way seats, 21" RS Spyder wheels and some other stuff. One thing I HATE is the quality of the rear cameras compared to my GLC 300. it feels downright dangerous because things appear closer than they really are. Drives me nuts! I think the Macan T in this review is behind possibly because it's not the US model. I have wireless Android and Apple Play which I LOVE because my 2020 GLC 300 is annoyingly wired.

The main problem with these is they are too small inside for the money . 3 series / Class Estate size interior for alot of more £. A Used Cayenne or other full sized Euro SUV would make more sense.

I looked at the Macan base model and an Audi Q5. Same engine, very similar 7 speed dual clutch trans, similar workmanship levels and driving dynamics. I ended up with the Audi Q5 premium plus. I, like you, felt that the Audi at around $7K less money was just a better value proposition than the Porsche.Don't get me wrong, I love Porsche and have a 2014 Cayman S in the garage. But, the Audi does everything and I need, gets +31 MPG on the freeway and 17 MPG around town. It also does 0 to 60 in 5.5 sec (C&D) so it is quicker than the base Macan.

I presently have a 718 Cayman T so am familiar with what you get as part of the spec. At first I thought it wouldn't make any sense on the Macan but it does. It's the usual formula, take the base model and add the driving toys and some agate grey trim, wheels etc. I love the cloth interior in my Cayman T so if going for the Macan T, I would spec it and am not bothered with having cow skin all over the doors or dash. The T does seem to be decent value when you look at what the S charges for similar options. If you want full leather in the T, it's far cheaper than full leather in the S. Same goes for wheels. The T wheels look nice but I'd rather they be 21, even though that goes against the grain of what an SUV is all about i.e. comfort. If I was spec'ing the T, I'd keep it standard and maybe add metallic paint and the painted trim on the exterior to get rid of the black plastic as it clashes with the grey. For a daily driver, the Macan T ticks all the boxes, sure it could do with some more power but I'm sure after the car is 3years old, a remap would be achievable.

I seem to recall the first time I watched this James said it would be great with a 5 litre naturally aspirated V8, but I've just watched it again and never heard that line.

In 2014 I detested the then-new Macan as a niche cash grab. Nearly a decade later, I'm smitten and aspire to own an electric version (I probably won’t be able to afford it). Anyway, well done, including the nice blue/green plaid shirt!

Hi… I bought the Macan T last March… now in November I sold it and bought the Macan S. For my needs the T was too slow in reaction, I drive carefully but in some circumstances on the motorway the 4-cylinder engine did not respond correctly. This Golf engine in my opinion is not suitable for such a heavy car. I have just one car and I need it to be a real all round vehicle. Then generally speaking the Macan, any model, is absolutely not ergonomically well thought. You notice it when using it every day… I switched to the S model to get a “Porsche” feeling… and for the ego a little bit… but believe it or not the Alfa Stelvio I had before was overall a much better car…

Good and honest review. We had a 2016 Macan S. Loved the car. When in for service I had a base Macan loaner. I immediately noticed that the base was more nibble in handling than the S. For everyday driving I believe the 4 cylinder Macan is enough. However, I have to agree with Jay. It would have been preferable to spec the T's HP somewhere between the Base and the S. That said, that (horsepower) is never the essence of the T models in the Porsche line up. To most Porsche owners, the mileage is not a concern. However, it's beneficial to have the extra range on the gas tank.

I have an iPhone and a $60 wireless adapter. I love my Macan Turbo. My interior is white and brown too, which looks better than it sounds. I also have all those features the T doesn’t. Honestly, I’ve owned this car for nearly five years now and it’ll end up being 8 - 10, if I ever sell it. It’s that good. Let us not talk about the fact it could have been Lemoned for the exhaust, it had a new transfer case, and door cards, and oil leaks. Warranty is good.

Porsche GT cars are, in fact, very daily-able. I’ve spent the past 3+ years driving a GT4 and GT4 RS as my only cars, putting almost 50k miles on them in succession. And both had the carbon bucket seats. Totally doable. I rarely felt compromised, and in the few cases where I did, I would just rent a SUV for the day.

The Macan T has a base price of € 124.200 here across the North Sea in the Netherlands. Same car in Germany? : € 74.893. Our government has made it so expensive to buy a car with a little bit more power and an engine bigger than 1.0L. This is also the reason why you don't really see that much performance cars here.

The biggest issue with these is that you can’t get one new at list price. But then again that’s probably the case across the entire Porsche range

Be careful if you buy a Macan. I bought an S model, 4 years old from a main dealer, just got to 6 years old and requiring a service. When I bought it I asked what the next service would cost and I was told about £500. I have been quoted nearly £1800! From Porsche Cardiff & Bristol! Even from an independent the quote was £1500 ish. Guildford dealer I bought it from quoted £1900. Needs plugs, all fluids, gearbox service etc. That’s an obscene amount of money for a service on a car, I’d have understood the cost if it was a 911 GT3 or something. Great car though.

In 2015 I purchased an ex demonstrator macan S diesel for 43k. To my shock looking at the new ones price inflation has vaulted these out of my price bracket so will stick with the D

No matter how much this is objectively a good car, I don't think four cylinders equates with premium or luxury, or even sporty in such a heavy car. If you want a Porsche and can't stretch a penny more, fine. Otherwise, it just has to be the S for me. Sixes being my personal engine of choice, except for V12s. For many others, it will be V8s that they equate with premium, luxury or sporty. I know AMG has moved to 4-cyl hybrids, but I'm even less interested in them, no matter how powerful the powertrain. Personally, I'd rather go fully electric. As always, YMMV. Nonetheless, IMO this was a particularly good review.

5:04 dont forget the Cayenne GTS which is exactly what you've just described

As I understand it, the electric Macan will share a platform with the VW ID.7 (Passat, but longer), Audi A6 EV, and I guess Skoda Suberb. The i7 gets hyped by the reviewers that were flown in to sample it, but all I see is a meh sedan that is longer than its cargo space justifies, with no frunk where the same size Lucid Air and original Tesla Model S got huge ones. With more power.

Great review, you know what u this Porsche with 265 hp.and 400 Nm costs in Holland, 115.000 euro. An S, 135.000 euro and then u have to add the options..How do u manage to have to pay just 60.000 pounds while we pay 101.000????

Thanks, really good review and very informative. There is one question that no one seems to answer- what’s the difference between the T and GTS - both are considered the more driver focused version so they are the same (but one has more power). It seems they are competing against each other to me

Have the most recent Macan GTS. Got to borrow a Macan T during a service and it is noticeably lighter in the front and more responsive, but the engine really is dull in comparison. The engine in the GTS makes it more of an occasion, it instill a will to push on, to rev. It simply sounds so much more exciting.

I've lived to the see the day when cross-overs are praised for their road manners and all but recommended buys...