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21st November, 2013

Porsche is expanding its range to include a compact SUV. The Macan is the first Porsche to compete in the vital compact SUV segment.

Like its competitors, Macan aims to combine suitable handling characteristics with appropriate acceleration, braking, engine power, agility and steering qualities. These features are teamed with comfort and everyday suitability.

The sporty 'DNA' of the Macan is also recognisable in the design. The wraparound bonnet and gently sloping roof line provide the impression of sporty elegance and powerful dynamics. Many of the design elements have been taken from other Porsche vehicles, making it clear to see from the first glance that the Porsche Macan is a serious effort by the German brand into the compact SUV segment.

The Macan is “Made in Germany", being made at the Leipzig plant.

Porsche has invested 500 million euro in the plant and has established an entire production line there. The line is set up to produce around 50,000 vehicles per year.

Three models comprise the Macan range at market launch. The Macan S is equipped with a 3.0-litre V6 twin turbo engine delivering 250 kW (340 bhp) and also features active all-wheel drive with an electronically controlled, map-controlled multi-plate clutch. This all-wheel drive is fitted on all Macan models.

A seven-speed double-clutch transmission transfers power as required, enabling the Macan S to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds (or 5.2 seconds with the optional Sport Chrono package). The Macan S has a top speed of 254 km/h, and its NEDC fuel consumption ratings are between 9.0 and 8.7 litres/100 km, which corresponds to a CO2 emissions level of between a somewhat high 212 and 204 g/km.

The Macan S Diesel is the economical version of the three Macan models. Its 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel engine achieves an NEDC fuel consumption ratings between 6.3 and 6.1 litres/100 km, which corresponds to a CO2 value of between 164 and 159 g/km. The Macan S Diesel accelerates from 0 to 100 km in 6.3 seconds (or 6.1 seconds with the Sport Chrono package) thanks to its 190 kW (258 bhp) engine.

As the top model in the Macan model line, the Macan Turbo is set to be the most powerful vehicle in the compact SUV segment. The 3.6-litre V6 twin turbo engine, which is being used in a Porsche model for the very first time, achieves an unrivalled 294 kW (400 bhp) and provides the Macan Turbo with a 0 to 100 km/h time of in 4.8 seconds. With the Sport Chrono package fitted, it is possible to achieve that sprint in 4.6 seconds. Although the top speed is 266 km/h, the Macan Turbo delivers NEDC fuel consumption ratings of between just 9.2 and 8.9 litres/100 km, which equates to a CO2 value of between 216 and 208 g/km.

The name ‘Macan’ comes from the Indonesian word for tiger.

A glance at the performance specifications reveals that the Macan has been designed with agility in mind. The engines, drive systems and seven-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) bring the Macan’s characteristics to bear in a dynamic fashion both on- and off-road.

The range of standard equipment fitted on the Macan is extensive, and includes the all-wheel drive, PDK, multi-function sport steering wheel with shift paddles, large wheels, high-performance audio system and an electrically operated tailgate. The list of optional special equipment offers further highlights, such as air suspension system. There is also Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus), which has been specially tailored to the Macan. This system distributes varying levels of drive torque to the rear wheels and works in conjunction with an electronically controlled rear-axle differential lock. Also available is Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS Plus), which continuously adjusts the headlight level in keeping with the traffic ahead and any oncoming traffic.

The new Macan S, Macan S Diesel and Macan Turbo go on sale in Australia during mid-2014. Stay tuned to Next Car for Australian pricing and release details in the time ahead.

Porsche Macan – technical specifications

Body:
Self-supporting lightweight body; two-stage driver and front passenger airbags; side and knee airbags for driver and front passenger; head airbags (curtain airbags) at the front and rear; five seats.

Aerodynamics:
Drag coefficient Cd: 0.35 (Macan S Diesel), Cd: 0.36 (Macan S), Cd: 0.37 (Macan Turbo). Frontal area A: 2.61 m2

Engine:
(Macan S): Water-cooled 3.0-litre V6 twin turbo petrol; Bore: 96.0 mm; Stroke: 69.0 mm; Displacement: 2,997 cm3; Compression ratio: 9.8:1; Engine power: 250 kW at 5,500 to 6,500 rpm; Max. torque: 460 Nm at 1,450 to 5,000 rpm; Maximum revs: 6,700 rpm.
(Macan S Diesel): Water-cooled, 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel; Bore: 83.0 mm; Stroke: 91.4 mm; Displacement: 2,967 cm3; Compression ratio: 16.8:1; Engine power: 190 kW at 4,000 – 4,250 rpm; Max. torque: 580 Nm at 1,750 – 2,500 rpm; Maximum revs: 5,200 rpm.
(Macan Turbo) Water-cooled 3.6-litre V6 twin turbo; Bore: 96.0 mm; Stroke: 83.0 mm; Displacement: 3,604 cm3; Compression ratio: 10.5:1; Engine power: 294 kW at 6,000 rpm; Max. torque: 550 Nm at 1,350 to 4,500 rpm; Maximum revs: 6,700 rpm.

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Power transmission:
(S, S Diesel, Turbo) Engine and transmission bolted to form one drive unit; active all-wheel drive with electronically controlled, map-controlled multi-plate clutch; seven-speed double-clutch transmission.

Chassis:
(S, S Diesel, Turbo) Front axle: aluminium five-arm wishbone axle; cylindrical coil springs with internal, hydraulic, twin-tube, gas-filled shock absorbers.

Rear axle:
aluminium trapezoidal-wishbone axle; cylindrical coil springs with internal, hydraulic, twin-tube, gas-filled shock absorbers.

Brakes:
Front: six-piston aluminium monobloc brake callipers; (Macan S) 350 mm x 34 mm vented discs; (Macan S Diesel) 350 mm x 34 mm vented discs; (Macan Turbo) 360 mm x 36 mm vented discs.
Rear: combined floating calliper brakes with integrated electric parking brake; Porsche Stability Management (PSM); vacuum brake booster; brake assistant. (Macan S) 330 mm x 22 mm vented discs; Macan S Diesel) 330 mm x 22 mm vented discs; (Macan Turbo) 356 mm x 28 mm vented discs.

Wheels and tyres:
(Macan S) Front 8J x 18 with 235/60 R 18 103W Rear 9J x 18 with 255/55 R 18 105W
(Macan S Diesel) Front 8J x 18 with 235/60 R 18 103W Rear 9J x 18 with 255/55 R 18 105W
(Macan Turbo) Front 8J x 19 with 235/55 R 19 101Y Rear 9J x 19 with 255/50 R 19 103Y

Weight:
(Macan S) DIN weight empty 1865 kg; Permissible gross weight 2,550 kg
(Macan S Diesel) DIN weight empty 1,880 kg; Permissible gross weight 2,575 kg
(Macan Turbo) DIN weight empty 1,925 kg; Permissible gross weight 2,550 kg

Dimensions:
(Macan S, S Diesel) Length 4,681 mm, Width 1,923 mm, Height 1,624 mm, Wheelbase 2,807 mm; Track width Front 1,655 mm, Rear 1,651 mm.
(Macan Turbo) Length 4,699 mm, Width 1,923 mm, Height 1,624 mm; Wheelbase 2,807 mm; Track width Front 1,655 mm, Rear 1,651 mm. Fuel tank capacity: (Macan S) 65 litres, (Macan S Diesel) 60 litres, (Macan Turbo) 75 litres.


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