2021 Porsche Macan review
Porsche Macan highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Strong acceleration
- Comfortable and composed
- Most engaging SUV in its class
Cons
- Tight rear seat
- Price can climb quickly
- Thirsty four-cylinder engine
Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 21 highway, 19 combined
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The 2021 Porsche Macan is the sporty entry-level crossover of the Porsche lineup
The Macan was introduced in 2015 as Porsche's second SUV. With styling similar to the larger Cayenne, the Macan is the lowest-priced entry in the Porsche lineup and has been the brand's bestseller since it came to market. The Macan remains unchanged for the 2021 model year except for the addition of wireless Apple CarPlay® as a standard feature.
As a crossover SUV, the Macan brings the expected utility of such a vehicle with seating for five, reasonable cargo space, and excellent traction from its all-wheel-drive system. But the Macan is, first and foremost, a Porsche and brings the performance expected of this German sports car brand. Four trims are available, ranging from the base to the Turbo, which gets a 434-horsepower turbocharged engine. While there are other crossovers of this size with similar levels of luxury, the BMW X3 M or Mercedes-AMG GLC are true competitors to the Macan.
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What is new for the 2021 Porsche Macan?
- Head Up Display features are now available as options on select trims.
- The GTS trim now comes with Heated Steering Wheel as standard equipment.
- The Turbo trim now comes with Rear Defroster and Leather & Suede Seats as standard equipment.
- The S trim now comes with Heated Steering Wheel as standard equipment.
- The Base trim now comes with Heated Steering Wheel as standard equipment.
2021 Porsche Macan trims
Base:
- 248-hp, 273-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Leather & Suede Seats
- Power Seats
- Power Mirrors
- Traction Control
- Side Airbags
- Overhead Airbags
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S:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- 348-hp, 354-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
- Memory Seats
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GTS:
- Includes all features available on the S
- 434-hp, 405-lb-ft of torque 2.9L
- Leather Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
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Turbo:
- Includes all features available on the GTS
- 375-hp, 383-lb-ft of torque 2.9L
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What We Like
Performance: Porsche offers the Macan with a range of performance levels, but even the base model delivers impressive performance. Higher trims provide strong acceleration for easy merging and passing, and all variants offer excellent braking and handling with responsive steering and sport suspension. A sophisticated all-wheel-drive system provides good traction under any road conditions.
Technology: The Macan's infotainment system is straightforward and easy to navigate, with customizable tiles on the home screen. Interaction with the system is done via the touchscreen or with natural language voice controls that work quite well. Multiple USB ports are available for both front and rear seat passengers. Apple CarPlay® is standard, but Porsche doesn't offer Android Auto™ in the Macan.
Comfort: The Macan's suspension may be a bit stiff, but the ride still remains comfortable. Cruising on the highway is quiet and smooth, with just a bit of engine noise. Front seats with available 14-way adjustment are comfortable; they provide good bolstering and support without feeling tight. Porsche does offer the Macan with sport seats, which are a bit stiffer but provide better support for enthusiastic driving.
What Needs Improvement
Storage: With 17.6 cubic feet of storage space, Macan's cargo area is one of the smallest in its class. The sloping rear window looks good from the outside but further infringes on the space, making transport of taller items difficult. Storage up front is less than optimal, with a small center console and smaller cupholders.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Porsche Macan an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Porsche Macan 15th out of 18 among Luxury Compact SUVs.
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Base 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather & Suede Seats
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- BOSE Sound System
- Burmester Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Running Boards
- Smart Key
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
All Wheel (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
248
Torque (ft-lbs)
273
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
19.8
Wheelbase
110.5"
Overall length
184.9"
Width
76.2"
Height
63.9"
Front tires
P235/60WR18
Rear tires
P255/55WR18
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
441/4409 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2021 Porsche Macan FAQ
The 2021 Porsche Macan is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Turbo : 17 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- GTS : 17 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- Base : 19 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- S : 18 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
The Porsche Macan received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Porsche Macan as 14 out of 18 among Luxury Compact SUV
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The 2021 Porsche Macan has a maximum towing capacity of 4409 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2021 Porsche Macan:
- Apple CarPlay
- Head Up Display
- Leather & Suede Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
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