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Porsche Macan GTS
Porsche completes the Macan series with a distinctly sporty model. The new Porsche Macan GTS launches with a powerful engine, performance-oriented chassis, characteristic design and enhanced equipment. The 2.9-litre V6 biturbo engine delivers 280 kW (380 PS) - an increase of 15 kW (20 PS) compared with the predecessor model. Combined with the newly adapted PDK dual-clutch transmission and the optional Sport Chrono package, the Macan GTS can accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, three tenths faster than before. It has a top speed of 261 km/h.
Among other things, the new member of Porsche's compact SUV family has earned the abbreviation GTS, which stands for "Gran Turismo Sport", due to its outstanding driving dynamics. The Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) damping control system has been specially tuned. The chassis has also been lowered by 15 millimetres for greater lateral dynamics. Adaptive air suspension is optionally available with chassis lowering by a further 10 millimetres. Combined with the standard 20-inch RS Spyder Design wheels and the generously sized cast iron brakes (360 x 36 millimetres at the front, 330 x 22 millimetres at the rear), the new Porsche Macan GTS impresses with the agility and responsiveness of a true sports car. As an option, deceleration can be further improved by means of the Porsche Surface Coated Brake (PSCB) with tungsten carbide coating or the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB).
Acoustically, the standard sports exhaust system specifically adapted to the GTS accentuates the driving pleasure in the new Porsche Macan GTS. A 2.9-litre V6 engine is at the heart of the sound experience. Its Central Turbo Layout, with two turbochargers arranged in the inner V of the engine, allows particularly direct responsiveness. The maximum torque of 520 Nm (plus 20 Nm) is available over a wide range from 1,750 to 5,000 rpm. The sportiest Macan model consumes 9.6 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres according to NEDC.
Porsche completes the Macan series with a distinctly sporty model. The new Porsche Macan GTS launches with a powerful engine, performance-oriented chassis, characteristic design and enhanced equipment. The 2.9-litre V6 biturbo engine delivers 280 kW (380 PS) - an increase of 15 kW (20 PS) compared with the predecessor model. Combined with the newly adapted PDK dual-clutch transmission and the optional Sport Chrono package, the Macan GTS can accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, three tenths faster than before. It has a top speed of 261 km/h.
Among other things, the new member of Porsche's compact SUV family has earned the abbreviation GTS, which stands for "Gran Turismo Sport", due to its outstanding driving dynamics. The Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) damping control system has been specially tuned. The chassis has also been lowered by 15 millimetres for greater lateral dynamics. Adaptive air suspension is optionally available with chassis lowering by a further 10 millimetres. Combined with the standard 20-inch RS Spyder Design wheels and the generously sized cast iron brakes (360 x 36 millimetres at the front, 330 x 22 millimetres at the rear), the new Porsche Macan GTS impresses with the agility and responsiveness of a true sports car. As an option, deceleration can be further improved by means of the Porsche Surface Coated Brake (PSCB) with tungsten carbide coating or the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB).
Acoustically, the standard sports exhaust system specifically adapted to the GTS accentuates the driving pleasure in the new Porsche Macan GTS. A 2.9-litre V6 engine is at the heart of the sound experience. Its Central Turbo Layout, with two turbochargers arranged in the inner V of the engine, allows particularly direct responsiveness. The maximum torque of 520 Nm (plus 20 Nm) is available over a wide range from 1,750 to 5,000 rpm. The sportiest Macan model consumes 9.6 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres according to NEDC.
Porsche Macan GTS (2020)
Acoustically, the standard sports exhaust system specifically adapted to the GTS accentuates the driving pleasure in the new Porsche Macan GTS. A 2.9-litre V6...
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Fresh Porsche Macan GTS: more power and updated PDK gearbox
Porsche has whipped the covers off its refreshed Macan GTS variant, which boasts more power than its predecessor along with a suitably tweaked chassis, updated styling and a “newly adapted” PDK dual-clutch transmission.
The twin-turbo 2,9-litre V6 petrol unit offers 280 kW, which is some 15 kW more than the GTS-badged model that went before it, and 520 N.m (up 20 N.m), the latter available from 1 750 to 5 000 r/min. Fit the optional Sport Chrono package and Porsche claims the Macan GTS will blast from standstill to 100 km/h in 4,7 seconds (three-tenths quicker than before) and top out at 261 km/h.
According to the Stuttgart-based firm, the Macan’s active suspension management damping control system has been “specially tuned” for the GTS, with the chassis also lowered by 15 mm for “greater lateral dynamics”. Adaptive air suspension is optionally offered with chassis lowering by a further 10 mm.
The Macan GTS rides on 20-inch satin-gloss black RS Spyder Design wheels as standard and employs cast iron brakes measuring 360 x 36 mm fore and 330 x 22 mm aft. Of course, Porsche also offers uprated stoppers with a tungsten carbide coating or items fashioned from ceramic composite.
www.carmag.co.za
Porsche has whipped the covers off its refreshed Macan GTS variant, which boasts more power than its predecessor along with a suitably tweaked chassis, updated styling and a “newly adapted” PDK dual-clutch transmission.
The twin-turbo 2,9-litre V6 petrol unit offers 280 kW, which is some 15 kW more than the GTS-badged model that went before it, and 520 N.m (up 20 N.m), the latter available from 1 750 to 5 000 r/min. Fit the optional Sport Chrono package and Porsche claims the Macan GTS will blast from standstill to 100 km/h in 4,7 seconds (three-tenths quicker than before) and top out at 261 km/h.
According to the Stuttgart-based firm, the Macan’s active suspension management damping control system has been “specially tuned” for the GTS, with the chassis also lowered by 15 mm for “greater lateral dynamics”. Adaptive air suspension is optionally offered with chassis lowering by a further 10 mm.
The Macan GTS rides on 20-inch satin-gloss black RS Spyder Design wheels as standard and employs cast iron brakes measuring 360 x 36 mm fore and 330 x 22 mm aft. Of course, Porsche also offers uprated stoppers with a tungsten carbide coating or items fashioned from ceramic composite.
Fresh Porsche Macan GTS: more power and updated PDK gearbox... - CAR Magazine
Porsche has whipped the covers off its refreshed Macan GTS variant, which boasts more power than its predecessor along with a suitably tweaked chassis, updated […]
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More Power for Porsche Macan GTS
Porsche has revealed its Macan GTS now with more power and an updated PDK transmission. Details below…
We sampled the facelifted Porsche Macan earlier this year at its local launch and even though we only sampled the base Macan with its 180 kW / 370 Nm 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder turbopetrol engine, we came away suitably impressed by the Macan’s performance and overall packaging.
That bodes well for derivatives higher up in the ranks and there’s little doubt that the Macan S and Macan Turbo have much to offer when it comes to performance. However, the Macan family has now grown with the reveal of the latest Macan GTS, which slots in nicely between the S and Turbo derivatives.
The Macan GTS is powered by a twin-turbocharged 2.9-litre V6 petrol engine that’s tuned to deliver 280 kW and 520 Nm of torque which represents an increase of 15 kW and 20 Nm over the previous Macan.
That’s not all, the Macan GTS is also equipped with a newly adapted PDK dual-clutch transmission and when combined with the optional Sport Chrono package, the Macan GTS is capable of accelerating from zero to 100 kph in 4.7 seconds and reach a top speed of 261 kph. Fuel consumption is claimed at 9.6 L/100km.
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Porsche has revealed its Macan GTS now with more power and an updated PDK transmission. Details below…
We sampled the facelifted Porsche Macan earlier this year at its local launch and even though we only sampled the base Macan with its 180 kW / 370 Nm 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder turbopetrol engine, we came away suitably impressed by the Macan’s performance and overall packaging.
That bodes well for derivatives higher up in the ranks and there’s little doubt that the Macan S and Macan Turbo have much to offer when it comes to performance. However, the Macan family has now grown with the reveal of the latest Macan GTS, which slots in nicely between the S and Turbo derivatives.
The Macan GTS is powered by a twin-turbocharged 2.9-litre V6 petrol engine that’s tuned to deliver 280 kW and 520 Nm of torque which represents an increase of 15 kW and 20 Nm over the previous Macan.
That’s not all, the Macan GTS is also equipped with a newly adapted PDK dual-clutch transmission and when combined with the optional Sport Chrono package, the Macan GTS is capable of accelerating from zero to 100 kph in 4.7 seconds and reach a top speed of 261 kph. Fuel consumption is claimed at 9.6 L/100km.
Porsche Macan GTS: Price in South Africa
Porsche has revealed its Macan GTS now with more power and an updated PDK transmission. Details below… We sampled the facelifted Porsche Macan earlier this year at its local launch and even though we only sampled the base Macan with its 180 kW / 370 Nm 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder turbopetrol engine...
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Porsche Macan GTS returns with more power
Porsche’s facelifted Macan line-up is now complete with the reveal of the new GTS version. As before, this model serves as the 'performance deputy' of the range, slotting between the Macan S and Turbo derivatives.
The new GTS is powered by a detuned version of the 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 found in the Macan Turbo. In this guise it produces 280kW and 520Nm, which is 15kW and 20Nm more than the previous GTS, as well as 20kW and 40Nm more than you get in a Macan S, but it’s still 44kW and 30Nm down on the Macan Turbo. Porsche quotes a 4.5 second 0-100km/h sprint time for the Macan GTS with the optional Sport Chrono package fitted (or 4.7s if it isn’t) while the top speed is listed as 260km/h.
Power goes to all four wheels through a revised PDK dual-clutch gearbox and all-wheel-drive system. Adaptive air suspension is standard, and can lower the vehicle by 10mm for those sportier driving moments. The vehicle can also be specified with composite brakes as an alternative to the standard cast iron brakes.
www.iol.co.za
Porsche’s facelifted Macan line-up is now complete with the reveal of the new GTS version. As before, this model serves as the 'performance deputy' of the range, slotting between the Macan S and Turbo derivatives.
The new GTS is powered by a detuned version of the 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 found in the Macan Turbo. In this guise it produces 280kW and 520Nm, which is 15kW and 20Nm more than the previous GTS, as well as 20kW and 40Nm more than you get in a Macan S, but it’s still 44kW and 30Nm down on the Macan Turbo. Porsche quotes a 4.5 second 0-100km/h sprint time for the Macan GTS with the optional Sport Chrono package fitted (or 4.7s if it isn’t) while the top speed is listed as 260km/h.
Power goes to all four wheels through a revised PDK dual-clutch gearbox and all-wheel-drive system. Adaptive air suspension is standard, and can lower the vehicle by 10mm for those sportier driving moments. The vehicle can also be specified with composite brakes as an alternative to the standard cast iron brakes.
Porsche Macan GTS returns with more power
As before the GTS slots neatly between the S and Turbo models, but this time it actually has the latter's engine.
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New Porsche Macan GTS is handling-focused sports SUV
New model bridges the gap between the S and the Turbo with 375bhp and bespoke suspension upgrades
Porsche has unveiled a new GTS variant of its Macan compact SUV, which offers dynamic and performance upgrades over the standard and S-badged versions.
Available to order now from £58,816, the GTS is equipped with a downtuned version of the twin-turbo 2.9-litre V6 found in the top-rung Turbo model. Producing 375bhp and 384lb ft, this unit bridges the gap between the S and Turbo.
Porsche claims a 0-62mph time of 4.7 seconds - a 0.3sec improvement over the old GTS - and a top speed of 162mph. WLTP consumption figures are unavailable, but the GTS delivered 29.4mpg on the old NEDC cycle.
Alongside the power boost, the GTS comes equipped as standard with Porsche’s Active Suspension Management (PASM) system, which has been tuned for optimal dynamic behaviour. The GTS sits 15mm lower than the rest of the Macan range as standard, but can be lowered a further 10mm with an optional air suspension package.
www.autocar.co.uk
New model bridges the gap between the S and the Turbo with 375bhp and bespoke suspension upgrades
Porsche has unveiled a new GTS variant of its Macan compact SUV, which offers dynamic and performance upgrades over the standard and S-badged versions.
Available to order now from £58,816, the GTS is equipped with a downtuned version of the twin-turbo 2.9-litre V6 found in the top-rung Turbo model. Producing 375bhp and 384lb ft, this unit bridges the gap between the S and Turbo.
Porsche claims a 0-62mph time of 4.7 seconds - a 0.3sec improvement over the old GTS - and a top speed of 162mph. WLTP consumption figures are unavailable, but the GTS delivered 29.4mpg on the old NEDC cycle.
Alongside the power boost, the GTS comes equipped as standard with Porsche’s Active Suspension Management (PASM) system, which has been tuned for optimal dynamic behaviour. The GTS sits 15mm lower than the rest of the Macan range as standard, but can be lowered a further 10mm with an optional air suspension package.
New Porsche Macan GTS is handling-focused sports SUV | Autocar
New model bridges the gap between the S and the Turbo with 375bhp and bespoke suspension upgrades
www.autocar.co.uk
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Promo video of the Macan GTS
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New 280 kW Porsche Macan GTS in South Africa: local price announced
Porsche South Africa has announced local pricing for the new Macan GTS, with the newcomer slotting in below the Macan Turbo.
So, how much are you looking at? Well, the Macan GTS – which is due to launch locally in March 2020 – will be priced from R1 349 000 (or R1 399 000 should you wish to upgrade the three-year driveplan to one stretching five years).
As a reminder, the Macan GTS employs a twin-turbo 2,9-litre V6 petrol unit offering 280 kW (15 kW more than the GTS-badged model that went before it) and 520 N.m (up 20 N.m) to all four corners via a “newly adapted” PDK dual-clutch transmission with seven cogs.
Fit the optional Sport Chrono package (which will cost you an extra R20 570 here in South Africa) and Porsche claims the Macan GTS will blast from standstill to 100 km/h in 4,7 seconds before topping out at 261 km/h.
www.carmag.co.za
Porsche South Africa has announced local pricing for the new Macan GTS, with the newcomer slotting in below the Macan Turbo.
So, how much are you looking at? Well, the Macan GTS – which is due to launch locally in March 2020 – will be priced from R1 349 000 (or R1 399 000 should you wish to upgrade the three-year driveplan to one stretching five years).
As a reminder, the Macan GTS employs a twin-turbo 2,9-litre V6 petrol unit offering 280 kW (15 kW more than the GTS-badged model that went before it) and 520 N.m (up 20 N.m) to all four corners via a “newly adapted” PDK dual-clutch transmission with seven cogs.
Fit the optional Sport Chrono package (which will cost you an extra R20 570 here in South Africa) and Porsche claims the Macan GTS will blast from standstill to 100 km/h in 4,7 seconds before topping out at 261 km/h.
New 280 kW Porsche Macan GTS in South Africa: local price announced... - CAR Magazine
Porsche South Africa has announced local pricing for the new Macan GTS, with the newcomer slotting in below the Macan Turbo. So, how much are […]
www.carmag.co.za
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Porsche Macan GTS Pricing For South Africa
The Porsche Macan GTS fits nicely between the S and the Turbo and Porsche South Africa has announced it will arrive around March this year.
The base price will sit at R1,349,000* which will get you a twin-turbo 2.9-litre V6 producing 375 hp (280 kW; 380 PS) and 520 Nm of torque.
Power is sent to all four corners via Porsche’s twin-clutch PDK transmission. In the standard offering, the GTS will run to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, with that time dropping to 4.7 seconds when it’s equipped with the optional Sport Chrono pack (R20,570).
*R1,399,000 if you want the five year Driveplan.
www.zero2turbo.com
The Porsche Macan GTS fits nicely between the S and the Turbo and Porsche South Africa has announced it will arrive around March this year.
The base price will sit at R1,349,000* which will get you a twin-turbo 2.9-litre V6 producing 375 hp (280 kW; 380 PS) and 520 Nm of torque.
Power is sent to all four corners via Porsche’s twin-clutch PDK transmission. In the standard offering, the GTS will run to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, with that time dropping to 4.7 seconds when it’s equipped with the optional Sport Chrono pack (R20,570).
*R1,399,000 if you want the five year Driveplan.
Porsche Macan GTS Pricing for South Africa
The Porsche Macan GTS fits nicely between the S and the Turbo and Porsche South Africa has announced it will arrive around March this year.
www.zero2turbo.com
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2020 Porsche Macan Turbo vs Range Rover Velar SVAutobiography - Autocar
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Carfection review of the 2020 Macan GTS
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Porsche Macan GTS 2020 review
Should I buy one?
The ethical debates over SUVs will continue to rage, but as an engineering achievement and a driving tool the Macan is unrivalled in this sector - its ability to seemingly magic away mass when the road begins to twist borders on witchcraft.
Yet once again it’s the GTS that’s the pick of the bunch, its blend of everyday usability, pulverising performance and eye-swivelling agility making it a remarkable all-rounder. And of course there’s the small matter of it costing around £10,000 less than the Turbo.
Porsche Macan GTS specification
Where Estoril, Portugal Price £58,816 On sale now Engine 2894cc, V6, twin turbo Power 376bhp at 5200-6700rpm Torque 384lb ft at 1750-5000rpm Gearbox 7-spd automatic Kerb weight 1910kg Top speed 162mph 0-62mph 4.9sec (4.7sec w/ Sport Chrono) Fuel economy 29.4mpg CO2 218g/km Rivals Mercedes-AMG GLC43, Audi SQ5, BMW X3 M40i
www.autocar.co.uk
Should I buy one?
The ethical debates over SUVs will continue to rage, but as an engineering achievement and a driving tool the Macan is unrivalled in this sector - its ability to seemingly magic away mass when the road begins to twist borders on witchcraft.
Yet once again it’s the GTS that’s the pick of the bunch, its blend of everyday usability, pulverising performance and eye-swivelling agility making it a remarkable all-rounder. And of course there’s the small matter of it costing around £10,000 less than the Turbo.
Porsche Macan GTS specification
Where Estoril, Portugal Price £58,816 On sale now Engine 2894cc, V6, twin turbo Power 376bhp at 5200-6700rpm Torque 384lb ft at 1750-5000rpm Gearbox 7-spd automatic Kerb weight 1910kg Top speed 162mph 0-62mph 4.9sec (4.7sec w/ Sport Chrono) Fuel economy 29.4mpg CO2 218g/km Rivals Mercedes-AMG GLC43, Audi SQ5, BMW X3 M40i
Porsche Macan review | Autocar
Updated version of dynamic SUV doesn't escape every tell-tale of age, but secures its status as outstanding driver's pick without breaking a sweat
www.autocar.co.uk
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MotorWeek First Drive of the 2020 Macan GTS
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Autogefuhl full review of the 2020 Macan GTS
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savagegeese review of the 2020 Macan S
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CarGurus UK review of the 2020 Macan Turbo
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The 2020 Porsche Macan Turbo Is The Ultimate Sporty Crossover And Actually Fun To Drive
Verdict
The Porsche Macan’s been getting favorable reviews since the first version came out, circa 2014. Jalopnik Editor Emeritus Travis Okulski said the 2015 model was better on a racetrack than it was on the road. I gushed over the last Macan Turbo back then, too. (Can’t believe I used “On Steroids” in a headline, though. God that’s lame.)
More recently, I said the Macan GTS was Subaru-like (Porsche probably hated that, though it was meant as a positive), and just the other day Matt Farah called the Mac T a “luxury rally car.”
All this to say: Macans have consistently been amusing and comfortable machines and the current model’s no different.
The high-end performance crossover community has been steadily swelling, but the Mac T still has a critical edge. The Lamborghini Urus and Audi RS Q8 are larger, more expensive, and a lot angrier. The F-Pace SVR, a better-scaled rival, is far less dignified. The Macan looks good without being flashy beyond its Porscheness, which is the correct posture for such a car. Similarly: It’s perfectly pleasant around town, but when you want to turn up, the car rewards driving enthusiasm.
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Verdict
The Porsche Macan’s been getting favorable reviews since the first version came out, circa 2014. Jalopnik Editor Emeritus Travis Okulski said the 2015 model was better on a racetrack than it was on the road. I gushed over the last Macan Turbo back then, too. (Can’t believe I used “On Steroids” in a headline, though. God that’s lame.)
More recently, I said the Macan GTS was Subaru-like (Porsche probably hated that, though it was meant as a positive), and just the other day Matt Farah called the Mac T a “luxury rally car.”
All this to say: Macans have consistently been amusing and comfortable machines and the current model’s no different.
The high-end performance crossover community has been steadily swelling, but the Mac T still has a critical edge. The Lamborghini Urus and Audi RS Q8 are larger, more expensive, and a lot angrier. The F-Pace SVR, a better-scaled rival, is far less dignified. The Macan looks good without being flashy beyond its Porscheness, which is the correct posture for such a car. Similarly: It’s perfectly pleasant around town, but when you want to turn up, the car rewards driving enthusiasm.
The 2020 Porsche Macan Turbo Is The Ultimate Sporty Crossover And Actually Fun To Drive - Jalopnik
I’m not going to claim a car that costs $94,120 is “practical” in every sense, but if you’re cashed up and want an easy-to-use luxury vehicle that’s fairly fun to thrash–and basically elite at everything it does–the Macan Turbo is undeniably impressive. Purist Porsche it ain’t, but, I’m a...
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Porsche Macan Turbo vs Audi RS Q3 Sportback vs Alfa Stelvio Quadrifoglio drag race - Carwow
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2020 Porsche Macan Turbo Review - Throttle House