Drivers, did you know there’s an all-new Porsche on the prowl coming this May? Its name is the Macan, and this all-new model boasts five doors, five seats and plenty of space for hobbies and sports.
Everything about this car is aggressive. Its stance, its guts and even how it is positioned. While most may perceive this vehicle as just another compact SUV, Porsche touts the Macan as something younger and more modern. They boast it as the first true sports car in this market, a creation the German brand is recognized for in the highest of regards.
When it comes to this novel series, think compact, concentrated and intense. Its sleek, clean design will hold eyes, while its track-bred performance goes right for the heart. Even its pricing is a shot of adrenaline in the market. Starting at $49,900 and available in two models — Macan S and Macan Turbo — there is no question in my mind that this is the best sporting crossover on the planet. It is the clear choice among its competitive set – the BMW X3 and the Mercedes GLK.
The Macan combines the typical handling characteristics that Porsche has represented right from the start: highly competitive acceleration and braking figures, impressive engine power, extreme agility and optimum steering precision. What’s more, all of these features are combined with a high level of comfort and everyday drivability. Here are the highlights, readers:
Design: The sporty DNA of the Macan, as with all Porsche vehicles, is immediately recognizable in the design. This SUV is unrivalled in its flat and broad profile on the road. The wraparound hood and gently sloping roof line accentuate the overall impression of sporty elegance and powerful dynamics. 85% of the design elements are new. Many of the other elements have been taken from Porsche’s latest supercar, the Porsche 918 Spyder, and have been enhanced for the Macan, making it clear at first glance that the Porsche Macan heralds the first sports car in the compact SUV segment.
Porsche Traction Management (PTM): The latest stage of evolution of the all-wheel-drive system with variable torque distribution delivers engine power precisely to the road. How so? By means of continuous monitoring of driving conditions, the system is able to respond to a variety of situations and adapt to your driving style. In addition to traction, driving safety and outstanding steering performance, PTM enables a high degree of driving stability, exceptional handling and excellent dynamics. In short, typical Porsche driving qualities.
Air Suspension: While this isn’t something you would normally associate with this segment: air suspension, including leveling system, ride-height adjustment and Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) is in order. The air suspension delivers even greater dynamic performance and comfort, keeping the vehicle level constant.
Lighting: The lights on the Macan have a highly recognizable design — classic Porsche. Powerful Bi-Xenon™ headlights provide excellent illumination of the road ahead as standard. The tail lights also use LED technology, and are similar in design to those in the 918 Spyder. The lights give a highly sophisticated and broad appearance, further reinforcing the sports car characteristics of the Macan. Light on!
In celebration of the arrival of this fresh phenom, THE COLLECTION will be hosting a weekend test drive experience on May 16 and May 17 at our showroom. I encourage you to schedule your appointment to experience the Porsche launch of the decade and discover pure Porsche performance in an entirely new form. Please RSVP by May 13 to Yanet at 305.476.4022 or via email at Macan@thecollection.com.
