Topic: Test Drive: 2015 Porsche Macan S

[Autos_Editor]

Macan S connects with enthusiast drivers in any season
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[initial_D]

Sold out in China, in non snow cities.

[JohnnyMac]

For my money I think I'd be looking at either the GLA AMG (if I didn't care about rear seat space and cargo) or the Grand Cherokee SRT (if I cared about rear seat space and cargo capacity).  No doubt this Macan is a excellent CUV, probably the best really, but when you factor in price and options it really starts to lose it's luster.  When are they going to come out with just a regular Macan with a turbo 4 cylinder?  Hopefully around $45K, and have a manual as an option and I'd give this a real look.

[mlin32]

Goes to show that a well-balanced vehicle performs well even if road conditions are snowy or less than ideal. You can't fake it......

Reminds me of my old E83 X3. The system and chassis was inherently set up for a balanced, lively feel that was great if you enjoyed driving. It would oversteer if you turned out of a snowy intersection and weren't careful, DSC was generally light on its intervention. Unnerving for my mother when she drove, but very very easy to control and amusing for me as a driver.

[OliverD]

For my money I think I'd be looking at either the GLA AMG (if I didn't care about rear seat space and cargo) or the Grand Cherokee SRT (if I cared about rear seat space and cargo capacity).  No doubt this Macan is a excellent CUV, probably the best really, but when you factor in price and options it really starts to lose it's luster.  When are they going to come out with just a regular Macan with a turbo 4 cylinder?  Hopefully around $45K, and have a manual as an option and I'd give this a real look.

That model is apparently coming but I don't think it will be sold in NA. There's been talk that the upcoming diesel Macan will be the "base" version in the U.S. and Canada.

[pcsp]

I think I have a new fav SUV for under $60,000 (replacing the Evoque). Sounds like the AWD system is brilliant - proactive and smart, vs reactive and dumb. Although Porsche prices their options ludicrously ($1900 for a panoramic roof?), the $1,115 freight charge is about the lowest in the industry in Canada. All in all, great value, and for someone who puts a premium on driving a Porsche, fantastic value.

[mixmanmash]

I'm hearing good things about the NX200t.  I wonder how it stacks up to a Macan, aside from the power difference.

[JohnnyMac]

I'm hearing good things about the NX200t.  I wonder how it stacks up to a Macan, aside from the power difference.

I'm thinking it stacks up about as good as all Lexus products have against Porsche products.  As in not well at all.  NX200t probably a fine luxury SUV, but it will not come close to the performance and handling compared to the Macan.

[Fobroader]

For that much....this for me thanks

[ktm525]

I would think this would come up as competition for that Volvo V60 Polestar?

[Allen]

buddy I play hockey with has one and he loves it,  more than the Cayenne he had before , but he is a Porsche slappy as he also has a new GT3

[JohnnyMac]

buddy I play hockey with has one and he loves it,  more than the Cayenne he had before , but he is a Porsche slappy as he also has a new GT3

Fook me.  Talk about dream garage.  Must have a pretty high paying job.

[bluelines]

The model tested must be the most lightly optioned Porsche in history. Less than 20% above the base price compared to the typical 40...

[Allen]

buddy I play hockey with has one and he loves it,  more than the Cayenne he had before , but he is a Porsche slappy as he also has a new GT3

Fook me.  Talk about dream garage.  Must have a pretty high paying job.

Retired CTO for BMO, he only races the GT3, has a F150 to tow it around..

[Snowman]

For that much....this for me thanks

How original, you post that pic of a GC in every topic that has a review of a German made SUV that costs more than a good hooker and a bottle of wine

[tpl]

I've been at the dealer checking the macan out and I was told the diesel will actually cost more than the S. As for the 2l turbo.  It's already being built. I was also told it's coming in addition to the diesel.  Not sure I believe that.

Considering what can be done with a fully emissions compliant 2litre turbo four these days.  AMG, VAG and others do it why would the Macan not get one. Maybe it will be a CAFE car in NA and a taxation car in some EU countries but if it has >300 BHP, a torque curve that matches the DCT well AND meets the 2017 economy standards...why not.

[Fobroader]

For that much....this for me thanks

How original, you post that pic of a GC in every topic that has a review of a German made SUV that costs more than a good hooker and a bottle of wine

Well yeah, because hp is worth more to me than impressing your neighbors with a fancy Rav4

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[Snowman]

For that much....this for me thanks

How original, you post that pic of a GC in every topic that has a review of a German made SUV that costs more than a good hooker and a bottle of wine

Well yeah, because hp is worth more to me than impressing your neighbors with a fancy Rav4

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Sorry to burst your bubble, but the Macan is not based on the Rav4 

[Fobroader]

For that much....this for me thanks

How original, you post that pic of a GC in every topic that has a review of a German made SUV that costs more than a good hooker and a bottle of wine

Well yeah, because hp is worth more to me than impressing your neighbors with a fancy Rav4

Sent from my Galaxy S3

Sorry to burst your bubble, but the Macan is not based on the Rav4 

Santa Fe??? That VW thing??

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[CanuckS2K]

If I was in the market for an SUV at $60k, this would most definitely be it.