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NEW MODEL: Freshly minted 2022 Porsche Macan range lands in Mzansi in January
Porsche has given its popular Macan premium, sports SUV a refresh and the new model is heading to South Africa early next year. According to local sources, the freshly facelifted Porsche Macan will arrive at local Porsche Centres from January 2022 with prices starting at R1 050 000.
The Macan, which has achieved 600 000 deliveries worldwide since its market launch in 2014, has a special role at Porsche: around 80 percent of all Macan buyers are first-time Porsche customers. In addition, the proportion of women buying the Macan has risen consistently in recent years and is the highest across all Porsche product lines. In China, the largest market for the Macan, just under 60 percent of buyers are women. In South Africa, the Macan remains one of Porsche’s best-selling vehicles month-on-month.
EXTENSIVE LIST OF OPTIONS AVAILABLE
The 2022 Macan models come standard with Lane Departure Warning as well as front and rear Park Assist with a rear-view camera. Beyond this, it can be optioned with a number of driver assistance systems. These include self-steering Park Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist and the Blind Spot Monitoring Lane Change Assist function.
The 2022 Porsche Macan is expected to arrive early next year with a starting price of R1 050 000 for the standard model. The Macan S will set you back R1 271 000. The Macan GTS will cost R1 551 000. All models will come with a three-year Porsche Driveplan Maintenance contract.
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/late...-january-b40298ca-1602-4daa-98af-3df7eee5f2d0
Porsche has given its popular Macan premium, sports SUV a refresh and the new model is heading to South Africa early next year. According to local sources, the freshly facelifted Porsche Macan will arrive at local Porsche Centres from January 2022 with prices starting at R1 050 000.
The Macan, which has achieved 600 000 deliveries worldwide since its market launch in 2014, has a special role at Porsche: around 80 percent of all Macan buyers are first-time Porsche customers. In addition, the proportion of women buying the Macan has risen consistently in recent years and is the highest across all Porsche product lines. In China, the largest market for the Macan, just under 60 percent of buyers are women. In South Africa, the Macan remains one of Porsche’s best-selling vehicles month-on-month.
EXTENSIVE LIST OF OPTIONS AVAILABLE
The 2022 Macan models come standard with Lane Departure Warning as well as front and rear Park Assist with a rear-view camera. Beyond this, it can be optioned with a number of driver assistance systems. These include self-steering Park Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist and the Blind Spot Monitoring Lane Change Assist function.
The 2022 Porsche Macan is expected to arrive early next year with a starting price of R1 050 000 for the standard model. The Macan S will set you back R1 271 000. The Macan GTS will cost R1 551 000. All models will come with a three-year Porsche Driveplan Maintenance contract.
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/late...-january-b40298ca-1602-4daa-98af-3df7eee5f2d0
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Porsche Macan GTS 2021 UK review
Should I buy one?
On the other hand, the march of progress has left the fastest Macan in a slight no-man’s land pricewise. The GTS starts at £64,770, making it faster and more expensive than warm SUVs like the BMW X3 M40i and Mercedes-AMG GLC 43, but a little behind the big league of the X3 M and GLC 63. Given how good the Macan GTS otherwise still is, that makes it reasonable value in a way but with mpgs in the 20s and plenty of opportunity to get robbed on the options list, so it’s not exactly a Dacia Duster.
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/porsche/macan/first-drives/porsche-macan-gts-2021-uk-review
Should I buy one?
On the other hand, the march of progress has left the fastest Macan in a slight no-man’s land pricewise. The GTS starts at £64,770, making it faster and more expensive than warm SUVs like the BMW X3 M40i and Mercedes-AMG GLC 43, but a little behind the big league of the X3 M and GLC 63. Given how good the Macan GTS otherwise still is, that makes it reasonable value in a way but with mpgs in the 20s and plenty of opportunity to get robbed on the options list, so it’s not exactly a Dacia Duster.
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/porsche/macan/first-drives/porsche-macan-gts-2021-uk-review
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CAR REVIEW
Porsche Macan
WHAT'S THE VERDICT?
“Still a hugely capable, desirable package that’s just starting to show its age in places”
It’s some feat indeed from Porsche to have taken an Audi Q5 box of bits all those years ago, worked its magic and created a car that, from 2014 into 2021 and beyond, remains a real class act.
Rivals have their own small victories: the Alfa Stelvio is lighter on its feet, and the AMG GLC 63 sounds cooler while being caned. But as an all-rounder, a car for all tasks and occasions, Porsche’s effort is unsurpassed.
Unless of course, you want an EV. Porsche doesn’t even offer a hybrid, and you may well be tempted by a Tesla Model Y or Ford Mustang Mach-E GT for similar money. The times are changing. But as Porsche’s next Macan will be an EV sold alongside this version, you wouldn’t bet against Stuttgart having all bases covered for some time to come.
https://www.topgear.com/car-reviews/porsche/macan
Porsche Macan
WHAT'S THE VERDICT?
“Still a hugely capable, desirable package that’s just starting to show its age in places”
It’s some feat indeed from Porsche to have taken an Audi Q5 box of bits all those years ago, worked its magic and created a car that, from 2014 into 2021 and beyond, remains a real class act.
Rivals have their own small victories: the Alfa Stelvio is lighter on its feet, and the AMG GLC 63 sounds cooler while being caned. But as an all-rounder, a car for all tasks and occasions, Porsche’s effort is unsurpassed.
Unless of course, you want an EV. Porsche doesn’t even offer a hybrid, and you may well be tempted by a Tesla Model Y or Ford Mustang Mach-E GT for similar money. The times are changing. But as Porsche’s next Macan will be an EV sold alongside this version, you wouldn’t bet against Stuttgart having all bases covered for some time to come.
https://www.topgear.com/car-reviews/porsche/macan
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MotorWeek first drive of the 2022 Macan
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Porsche Macan to come to an end in 2024 due to emission laws?
The Porsche Macan, which was recently updated, may be reaching the end of the road due to the stringent emissions laws being placed on manufacturers in Europe.
Speaking to Autocar, the Porsche product line boss Sebastian Staiger says that it will be replaced by a new-generation all-electric model in three years’ time.
“There are several limiting factors in a vehicle project. One of these factors, of course, is legislation. Emission laws are another limiting factor. Today, no final decision has been taken, but we assume that 2024 will be the year.” Staiger confirmed.
As far as teaser campaigns go, Porsche is starting rather early with this one. The electric Porsche Macan is only due to hit world markets in 2023, but the German sports car specialist already showed us pictures of it, albeit in disguised prototype form.
The Macan EV will not simply be a battery-powered version of the regular SUV that shares its name, it will be a whole new vehicle. It was understood that this electric Porsche Macan wouldn’t replace its combustion-engined sibling, and rather serve as a parallel model. This statement now comes as a contradiction to those initial thoughts.
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The Porsche Macan, which was recently updated, may be reaching the end of the road due to the stringent emissions laws being placed on manufacturers in Europe.
Speaking to Autocar, the Porsche product line boss Sebastian Staiger says that it will be replaced by a new-generation all-electric model in three years’ time.
“There are several limiting factors in a vehicle project. One of these factors, of course, is legislation. Emission laws are another limiting factor. Today, no final decision has been taken, but we assume that 2024 will be the year.” Staiger confirmed.
As far as teaser campaigns go, Porsche is starting rather early with this one. The electric Porsche Macan is only due to hit world markets in 2023, but the German sports car specialist already showed us pictures of it, albeit in disguised prototype form.
The Macan EV will not simply be a battery-powered version of the regular SUV that shares its name, it will be a whole new vehicle. It was understood that this electric Porsche Macan wouldn’t replace its combustion-engined sibling, and rather serve as a parallel model. This statement now comes as a contradiction to those initial thoughts.
Porsche Macan to come to an end in 2024 due to emission laws?
The Porsche Macan, which was recently updated, may be reaching the end of the road due to the stringent emissions laws being placed on manufacturers in Europe.
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savagegeese review of the 2022 Macan
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Autogefühl review of the 2022 Macan S
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Autogefühl review of the 2022 Macan GTS
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Porsche Macan (2021) Launch Review
Since its introduction in 2014, the Macan has been a smash hit for Porsche – in fact, 80% of the executive SUV’s buyers are new to the iconic German marque. But the world has moved on considerably in the past 7 years… can another round of updates keep the Macan at the forefront of its segment?
Let’s start this review with something we would usually keep for the conclusion: the price. You can get into the Macan for R1 050 000 (October 2021). Now, keep in mind that this supposed “baby” Macan still punches out 195 kW – and it can keep up with hot hatches by accelerating from standstill to 100 kph in only 6.2 sec. You’ll undoubtedly have to tick a few option boxes to specify the derivative to your taste, but that is also the case with the model’s similarly-priced German competitors… the major difference, however, is that with the Macan, even the “entry-level” one, you get a Porsche badge on the nose.
As I cruised along some of the Western Cape’s best roads and steered the (195-kW) Macan into some of the launch route’s twists and turns, the pricing context described in the previous paragraph kept swirling in my head… For similar money (around a bar) you can get a recently facelifted BMW X3 sDrive20i M Sport (135 kW) or a Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4Matic AMG Line (190 kW). You could even argue, that due to its low-slung, broad-shouldered stance, the Macan is a more natural competitor to the (more expensive) BMW X4 and Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe variants, but, upon closer inspection, the Macan happens to compares reasonably well with its more traditional German rivals in terms of luggage space – its 458-litre load bay may be about 100 litres smaller than the X3 and GLC’s, but its total claimed utility space (1 503 litres) is less than 100 litres under the figures quoted for those rivals. So… space-wise, the sportier styling of the Macan has not impacted its practicality all that much.
So, I’d like to kick things off by stating the Macan appears to offer excellent value for money and this applies to the S and GTS derivatives as well. I guess what I’m trying to say is that if you’re shopping for a mid-sized luxury crossover with a sporty bent, you may want to visit a Porsche dealer – the Macan is (perhaps surprisingly, given its “exotic” badge) priced to compete with mainstream executive SUVs.
Verdict
In typical Porsche fashion, continuous improvement has kept the Macan very much in play… in fact, it compares rather favourably with the latest rival offerings. While it certainly occupies a position on the sportier side of the luxury crossover spectrum, the talents that place it there don’t come at the cost of everyday usability, comfort and refinement. If you’re looking for the maximum amount of interior space from your executive SUV, the Macan may not be the first choice, but it’s not cramped inside by any means. Well-priced, impeccably built and great to drive, the Macan really should be on your radar.
www.cars.co.za
Since its introduction in 2014, the Macan has been a smash hit for Porsche – in fact, 80% of the executive SUV’s buyers are new to the iconic German marque. But the world has moved on considerably in the past 7 years… can another round of updates keep the Macan at the forefront of its segment?
Let’s start this review with something we would usually keep for the conclusion: the price. You can get into the Macan for R1 050 000 (October 2021). Now, keep in mind that this supposed “baby” Macan still punches out 195 kW – and it can keep up with hot hatches by accelerating from standstill to 100 kph in only 6.2 sec. You’ll undoubtedly have to tick a few option boxes to specify the derivative to your taste, but that is also the case with the model’s similarly-priced German competitors… the major difference, however, is that with the Macan, even the “entry-level” one, you get a Porsche badge on the nose.
As I cruised along some of the Western Cape’s best roads and steered the (195-kW) Macan into some of the launch route’s twists and turns, the pricing context described in the previous paragraph kept swirling in my head… For similar money (around a bar) you can get a recently facelifted BMW X3 sDrive20i M Sport (135 kW) or a Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4Matic AMG Line (190 kW). You could even argue, that due to its low-slung, broad-shouldered stance, the Macan is a more natural competitor to the (more expensive) BMW X4 and Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe variants, but, upon closer inspection, the Macan happens to compares reasonably well with its more traditional German rivals in terms of luggage space – its 458-litre load bay may be about 100 litres smaller than the X3 and GLC’s, but its total claimed utility space (1 503 litres) is less than 100 litres under the figures quoted for those rivals. So… space-wise, the sportier styling of the Macan has not impacted its practicality all that much.
So, I’d like to kick things off by stating the Macan appears to offer excellent value for money and this applies to the S and GTS derivatives as well. I guess what I’m trying to say is that if you’re shopping for a mid-sized luxury crossover with a sporty bent, you may want to visit a Porsche dealer – the Macan is (perhaps surprisingly, given its “exotic” badge) priced to compete with mainstream executive SUVs.
Verdict
In typical Porsche fashion, continuous improvement has kept the Macan very much in play… in fact, it compares rather favourably with the latest rival offerings. While it certainly occupies a position on the sportier side of the luxury crossover spectrum, the talents that place it there don’t come at the cost of everyday usability, comfort and refinement. If you’re looking for the maximum amount of interior space from your executive SUV, the Macan may not be the first choice, but it’s not cramped inside by any means. Well-priced, impeccably built and great to drive, the Macan really should be on your radar.
Porsche Macan (2021) Launch Review
Since its introduction in 2014, the Macan has proved to be a smash hit for Porsche, but the world has moved on considerably in the past 7 years... can another round of updates keep the Macan at the forefront of its segment?
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New Porsche Macan is still a worthy ‘gateway drug’ to the brand
It’s loud and in your face, like the black sheep of the family, but everyone wants a piece of it.
The Porsche SUV programme is what allows the company to fund and build insane sports cars and that, in turn, gives it an opportunity to cross pollinate to the big bodies like the Macan – and that can only be a good thing.
The Porsche Macan III, as the mainstay of the brand, fully deserves its place in the Porsche parking lot and, while all three have their own unique characteristics, I reckon the one to get is the Macan S that provides enough excitement and driving pleasure behind the wheel of a Porsche.
Porsche Macan Prices:
Porsche Macan - R1 050 000
Porsche Macan S - R1 271 000
Porsche Macan GTS - R1 551 000
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It’s loud and in your face, like the black sheep of the family, but everyone wants a piece of it.
The Porsche SUV programme is what allows the company to fund and build insane sports cars and that, in turn, gives it an opportunity to cross pollinate to the big bodies like the Macan – and that can only be a good thing.
The Porsche Macan III, as the mainstay of the brand, fully deserves its place in the Porsche parking lot and, while all three have their own unique characteristics, I reckon the one to get is the Macan S that provides enough excitement and driving pleasure behind the wheel of a Porsche.
Porsche Macan Prices:
Porsche Macan - R1 050 000
Porsche Macan S - R1 271 000
Porsche Macan GTS - R1 551 000
Porsche Macan a worthy ‘gateway drug’ to the brand
The Porsche Macan has been given some significant upgrades. But which is the best version? We took to some of the Western Cape’s finest roads to find out:
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Raiti's Rides review of the 2022 Macan GTS
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Porsche Macan 2.0 2021 UK review
Should I buy one?
The impressive solidity of Macan residuals has long offset high pricing, although the standard car does look expensive considering both its humble engine and not especially generous standard specification – even a reversing camera remains an extra-cost option. But the driving experience remains good enough to counteract some mild criticism, and even after seven years the Macan is dynamically a cut above its obvious rivals.
www.autocar.co.uk
Should I buy one?
The impressive solidity of Macan residuals has long offset high pricing, although the standard car does look expensive considering both its humble engine and not especially generous standard specification – even a reversing camera remains an extra-cost option. But the driving experience remains good enough to counteract some mild criticism, and even after seven years the Macan is dynamically a cut above its obvious rivals.
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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Porsche Macan 2.0 review: Stuttgart's most sensible car?
It’s a sensible Porsche, then.
Probably the most sensible Porsche on sale. The engine gets a bit vocal with revs but works away quietly in the background when you just settle down, which is what you'll eventually do. The ride’s comfy and there's enough height for that crossover visibility people crave, but not so much the car domineers hatchbacks at the supermarket.
It’s a ‘just right’ kind of car, this Macan, one that stands ever so slightly proud of the other multitudinous SUV options thanks to that oh-so-tangible engineering and build quality permeating from all of this brand's products. But will you ever brag that you bought the most sensible Porsche?
www.topgear.com
It’s a sensible Porsche, then.
Probably the most sensible Porsche on sale. The engine gets a bit vocal with revs but works away quietly in the background when you just settle down, which is what you'll eventually do. The ride’s comfy and there's enough height for that crossover visibility people crave, but not so much the car domineers hatchbacks at the supermarket.
It’s a ‘just right’ kind of car, this Macan, one that stands ever so slightly proud of the other multitudinous SUV options thanks to that oh-so-tangible engineering and build quality permeating from all of this brand's products. But will you ever brag that you bought the most sensible Porsche?
Porsche Macan 2.0 review: Stuttgart's most sensible car? Reviews 2023 | Top Gear
That’s quite a bold spec… It’s a Porsche Macan with a 2.0-litre 4cyl engine up front, so clearly it’s navigated the twists and turns of the configurator with some iconic 2.0-litre 4cyl cars front of mind. If blue on gold doesn’t conjure images of a Renault Clio Williams or early Subaru Impreza...
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CarsGuide range review of the 2022 Macan
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Chasing Cars review of the 2022 Macan S