This channel is so underrated ... I was shocked how little subscribers you have cause this is some top tier editing and it makes me feel like I'm watching a premium channel with over a million subs ! Great video
Something you didn’t mention is the existence of Porsche’s extended warranty. I think it goes out to eight years for an annual premium of about $2,500 for say a 2014 Cayenne Turbo S. A good option if you can find one. The catch is you need to service it with an authorised dealer. Still worth it though for big ticket items like diffs etc.
I have a Macan S now for 68,000 miles. The vehicle runs very well in general and the few issues that I had, were minor. This car puts a smile on my face every day I drive it and that has no price for me.
Former Euro Master Tech here: These are fantastic. The only two major issues are the PDK fluid and the timing cover bolts (now a $200 fix opposed to years ago when they required the engine to be removed.) Build quality and performance is fantastic.
Owned a Macan GTS since new for just over 4 years. Loved every bit of the car. Superb performance handling and sound. Great reliability never had any problem with it. Servicing with Porsche aren’t that expensive compare to other prestige brand either. Unfortunately we needed to upgrade to a 7 seater otherwise would definitely keep it or upgrade to the facelift Macan GTS
A new car, and one that expensive to boot, shouldn't give you ANY problems after only 4 years, why are you saying that as if it was an achievement? lol
Loved my Macan S just a perfect all rounder. Got extended warranty, serviced by experts and PPF to protect the paint work. Sold it when I moved overseas and will get one again. Highly recommend them.
I didn't own my Macan S for very long but for the time I did own it, there were zero issues. For a used vehicle, it drove like new. Both exterior and the interior materials aged very well, appearing new on each model I viewed and tested. I plan on purchasing another as I have nothing I recall disliking. Very nicely put together product.
We see a lot of first gen Macan S/Turbo V6s with timing cover oil leaks, it requires an engine out repair and runs close to $10k. Make sure you look at the underside at the front to make sure its not leaking before you purchase a used one.
The oil leak can generally be fixed by replacing the top 4 timing cover bolts. They are almost always broken. That doesn't require engine out. Maybe an hour.
@@gord6695no, I’ve seen that cost estimate on other car review RUclips channels $6k-9k for the engine out repair of this issue. I think he was just trying to be helpful. I’m glad if that new information is true because I’m looking at a 2017 Macan S!!
So true! Purchased 2016 Macan S less than 2 years ago with useless 3rd party warranty. Dealer didn’t realize Porsche extended warranty to 7 years for transfer case. My engine out repair is looking at $10k to replace brittle plastic lines under intake manifold after major coolant dump & replacing cover bolts. This after spending $5k out of pocket to replace transfer case. Now approaching 4 months without car. Porsche will not offer goodwill assistance, so now I’m lawyering up. This lemon is a beautiful shiny apple with a worm in it.
I've owned my 2014S since 2017 and it has close to 100,000km. The factory warramty is still in place and it is the best $100 per month investment. A few claims have been made on the warranty without question, all I've paid for is tyres, brakes, servicing and fuel. A staggering car that is truly special all of the time
Hello from Canada. We have a 2015 Macan S purchased new. Have 100,000 kms and still no idea when the brakes will need to be replaced. They operate like the day the car was new! Agree this is a great small SUV. Highly recommend.
I have a 2018 Porsche Macan GTS and its been solid. I have a slight leak on the front cam cover but its like smugging not dripping very minut but my nephew and Porsche and me are working with ARP to make the Bolts that do not break instead of using the dumb Aluminum ones that stretch and break over time causing those oil leaks. You can also have or use the stainless steel Zinc coated AUDi bolts if you need the part # number I can get that for you guys. The Transfer case is warrantied for life on the Macan and you can swap it out yourself in less then an 25 minutes to do. That is really it.
love my Macan! Purchased it three months ago with 37,000 miles and I share your sentiment, it feels like a brand new car and it's a 2017. Porsche owners take care of their cars; I was sold after I drove it.
As I’ve only recently found your channel, I have been going through your back catalogue and lo and behold you’ve been using Castle Cove for your “money shots” for a while. It must have been a sweet trip in the Macan from Newcastle to Sydney. I detail a Macan Turbo (2 yrs old) weekly for another Castle Cove resident and he buys the Porsche 10 Year Warranty for his cars. Paid dividends for the Cayenne Turbo his Macan replaced because it needed an engine replacement just out of this 10 year warranty and Porsche still honoured it! That made up his mind to buy another one. Keep up the great reviews and interesting content (and humour), Lloyd.
On the issue of brakes, Porsche quoted me $1,700 to do rears on my 981 Boxster. I purchased quality OEM units in Australia for $450, and had them fitted by a brake specialist for $150. 👍
@@peterfritzphotoas an example, the plugs are made by Bosch, so buy the Bosch ones for $10 each (or cheaper), Rather than the ones labeled Porsche, costing twice or three times the amount. Oftentimes, finding out who made the original component or part for Porsche is good rather than buying Porsche branded products
I've owned a 2015 Macan S since new and it's at 48K now. The transfer case was replaced under warranty and the oil leak problem was fixed afterwards, with Porsche picking up a portion of the labor as well as providing parts at a huge discount (the cost to me was almost halved but was still significant because this repair involves 29 hours of shop time). The high pressure fuel pump was also replaced under warranty because the ticking (that is characteristic of these things) had become quite loud.
I have had two. One reliable, one not so. List; exhaust issues; flexible exhaust from exhaust manifold to exhaust pipe fails with regularity. PCCB brakes noisey. Had a transfer box go at 18k miles. Control arm bushings, AC leaked out, cam cover oil leak and seat belt warning chime! All fixed except for exhaust under warranty, which is good. Turbo is damn fast too!
I had the 1st 2014 Macan S. Pros: The diesel engine was excellent, and it was great to drive. Cons: The driver seat auto positioning system was faulty - took Porsche 3 years to ultimately fix, power steering plus is critical to have or too hard to turn at slow speeds, dark interior (no sun roof) and smallish rear seats that my teenage kids didn’t like entering or exiting. Overall I enjoyed the car while I had it, even recommend it to anyone who wants a cheaper Porsche, but I’d never buy another Porsche. Good accurate review, well done.
Was close to buying a 2nd hand Macan a few years ago but they were at the very top of my budget, and I was concerned about servicing/maintenance/spare parts. Ended up buying a 2015 Audi SQ5 and have owned it for 3 years now. Thankfully its been faultless so far and servicing/maintenance is affordable. Great review and loved the lego Seinfeld appearances and ripping off the other journo.
Stumbled across the Macan, when looking for a smaller SUV for the lady. I had been planning to buy a Porsche for over 10 years(Timing was right, and so was the pricing) and was planning on buying a 911, or Cayman, but started driving the Macan S, and loved the practicality, styling and handling. Bought a 2016 Macan S in Mahogany with beige interior and love it. Also got the extended warranty. So far so good. I always research my cars, and know the common issues, before I buy. I determine, if I am willing and can pay for the maintenance before I lay down my cash. Oh, I bought this one for me. I think the lady will get the SQ5 or Infiniti QX50. Still waiting for her to make time to drive them both.
I can't begin how much I loved our 2015 Macan S diesel with in white with spyder rims it looked amazing, the car drove the best for a suv and was comfortable when you wanted it to be. Build quality and fit and finish were impeccable as it was a Porsche product. Surprisingly what was rare fitted to macans' where the optional 18 way adjustable seats, which I optioned for only 690 at the time and rear air conditioning for about the same which was a total rip off; some other mentionable options for me are interior lighting package, compass, and glazed privacy glass. We only had it for 4 years and 33000kms that we sold it purely for the reasons for maintenance costs, with a major service, out of warranty, needing to replace tires, brake pads and discs the costs of keeping the car for a couple of extra years did not make sense. But for someone looking for a macan it is truly one of my favourites, don't look past it
Owner of a 2015 Macan Turbo purchased used with 50,000 miles on it. Best daily driver Ives ownd yet. Beats my Mk7 golf R, F80 M3 (not in speed) and my other older rides. It has presence on the road, handling of a sports car and utility of an SUV. I used to always be on the lookout for the next best car. . . Not anymore completely satisfied.
G'day AK, Thanks for the positive review. Owner of a fully optioned Macan S (Dark Grey), open pipes button (yesss). Magnificent performance, handling, economy & sound. Only gripe, massive Turbo front wheels hop and skip on full lock and you live with it. Btw, tyre wear isn't always dickhead drivers. My Macan steering tracked often and needed regular alignments yearly. A tip for owners with Turbo wheels to conserve your $500 a tyre. Keep up the great work mate.
My 2015 Macan S started creaking like an old house after 1 year of ownership. I took it to the dealership multiple times to have them look at it but they pretty much flat out refuse to help me with it now. It's rather annoying and embarrassing for a Porsche. I've had all the different possible leaks happen, but luckily covered under warranty at the time. Transfer case seems to be ok for now. My front radiator grills no longer function properly and make loud whirring noises.
I have 2018 macan base! First Porsche product and I will never look back! I love this TSI AE888 2.0 turbo Engine! Enough power for daily Driving! Very reliable! Remember you could purchase Audi and VW spares many are the same for Half the price
Hello from Singapore, awesome review! This is the first video I've watched on this channel, am now a subscriber 😃 My family's had our Macan since 2015 and we're still very satisfied with it. The base 2.0 engine is generally good enough for our city use but driving in sport really solves the problem of the small engine. We love the driving dynamics and it's a wonderful car to take road tripping. Tech is unfortunately pretty basic but then again I can't expect too much from a 2015 car and it isn't a deal-breaker for me. As you pointed out the parking sensors have gone off in traffic but that is pretty rare and it isn't annoying to me, you can turn off the sensors with a button where the overhead interior lights are. I've heard of issues with the electronic mirrors but so far that has not been a problem for me. Thankfully, we've had no problems with the engine or the transmission and there hasn't been any oil leaks so far. However, it is true that the brakes tend to wear and are expensive to replace. Overall, the car is generally very well built but replacement parts from Porsche are indeed expensive. The only recent problems have included a shock absorber issue, as well as sagging rooflining. I'm not sure if this package is offered in Australia or the rest of the world but extended warranty can be useful if you intend to keep the car long. Do read the fine print as it does not cover all repairs. This has helped us offset SOME of the costs of the above issues. Looking forward to more videos!
Thanks for sharing! Reading from Singapore and considering a used 2014 macan but been afraid of reliability. Sounds like it's been running well for you!
I had the mistake of buying a pristine 2017 s model with all the trimmings , 85k valued new . It only had 26k miles on it but had three owners . That should have been enough of a red flag. One week after purchasing it a light bulb was shorting on the front light, 500.00 repair. Within the month I could smell an oil leak but I couldn’t accept it . I was like no way this car that has barely been driven in 4 years has an oil leak . The cost was estimated at 5000.00 to fix . That’s when I sold it back to the people I bought it from . No sooner did I sell that they turned around and sold it for 5 k more than I bought ( thank you chip shortage ) . This means someone else inherited the problem which sucks . They didn’t repair the leak either because it was going to take 2 weeks with parts they needed , so I assumed they cleaned it up and then sold it right away, like they did with me. Worst car buying experience ever . For a beautiful car with all the bells and whistles it is terrible for costly repairs at low miles . I went on the forums afterwards and my problem was not unique unfortunately. Shame on Porsche for ripping off the consumer with these gorgeous but horribly made cars.
Oil leaks are caused by having low oil on the car the seals begin to crack, unless its burning oil which seems to be most likely your case because of how low miles your car is. The burning of your oil is caused by the carbon residue burning at the piston rings due to the minerals in a normal "full synthetic" based oil. I would recommend a 100% synthetic based oil which has 0 minerals unlike full synthetics which only have to be 25% synthetic to be considered "full synthetic". An awesome brand i would recommend is Amsoil 100% synthetic.
@@andywu8558 Amsoil is the only Oil I use also because it's 100% Synthetic. But.. It wont stop bad engine designs from failing on you. Gotta know your engines and how they're designed, otherwise you could have one giant paperweight of a lawn ornament down the road!! Engines that burn oil are on their way out and it's 95% always due to a bad engine design if the miles are low. Old worn out engines will burn oil because the seals are worn, but engines with few miles on them should NEVER EVER do that.
110,000 miles on my 2019. Maintenance is expensive, but when done on schedule (every 10k miles) the car still feels new (as compared to the nearly new loaners I get while service is being done). I wish the Base Model suspension erred ever so slightly more on the side of sporting. But other than that and the cost to do regular maintenance, I could not be happier.
We have had 2 Macans a 2018 base macan with the sport and 20inch rims and a 2020 macan s with 22inch 911 rims we ordered..truly a gem we have never had a problem with either of them. Love the handling and the sound of the exhaust also the blind spot monitoring 😬I recommend Porsche Atlanta perimeter there the best.
Loved it. Short. Sweet. And to the point. And believe me, I have watched a bunch of Macan videos. I even bought a 2015 Macan S and loving every minute of it. Keep it up.
Waiting for my 2024 Macan GTS. This will be our third Macan. Bought a 2015 Macan S with 58k miles and sold it with 178k miles. Barely any issues and drove great! Bought a 2017 Macan GTS with 23k miles now at 80k miles. Looking forward to the 2024 Macan GTS.
I have a 2018 s with 80k miles. I love the car, no major issues, my only complaint is that maintenance is expensive . It has been a great car fun to drive.
Thank you so much for your honest and comprehensive “What goes wrong section”. My friend really wants to buy a Porsche Macan, the mechanic sections are right on the money. On an unrelated note, man do i wish the DC5 Honda Integra/Acura RSX was still in production.
Purchased a 2019 Base (new),LOVE IT. No stranger to Porsche, I have owned 4 911s. Currently l have a 911 Carrera 4S. with performance and handling upgrades as well . My wife and I enjoy driving in a Sportingly Manner!!! I guess one could say we have a Front and Back Porsche!! LOL These vehicles are almost bullet proof. A bit pricey when it comes to maintenance but worth every penny. BUY ONE or TWO for that matter.
I have a 2018 Macan S with sport package and upgraded 20 “ rims . Had to replace air/ oil separator valve. A/ C system sucks! Refrigerant leaks and replaced compressor . Required removing the entire dash . Still didn’t fit back right ! Still persistent slow leak . Plastic piece on steering wheel column . Creates subtle play on wheel . Rear view mirror broken mount . Coolant line leak ! Had a 2013 Cayenne base 110 K miles . Zero issues . Macan was a bad design . The 2019 upgrade corrected a-lot of these issues but doesn’t give me solace when I had to fork out the $$$. To fix stuff that should not break .
I have a 2015 Macan S with 110k miles. I put 40k of those miles on it. It’s honesty been a great car for most of those miles. The brakes are very expensive to service. The oil leaks can happen so watch out for them. Find a nicely sorted one that has been taken care of. This car shouldn’t bankrupt you but if you do not take care of it, it will do exactly that.
Came across this great video when looking for advice on replacement tires for my Macan and you answered my question by shaming me out of buying cheap tires. Thank you from Hollywood California! Great channel!
When my 718 GTS was in for warranty work I was lent several Macans. The base model is a giant piece of shit. I’d spend that money on a cheaper brand that has more punch than a couple of drunk snails. The Turbo was quite nice. Reasonably quick, handled well, sounded kinda cool too. I’d definitely consider the Turbo over a M3 or C63 as a practical fun car. I was surprised at how small the back seats are. I really liked the PSCB brakes (I think that’s the acronym) on the Turbo. No brake dust and not scary expensive and overkill like carbons.
Perfect car overall. We own one since 2015. The transfer box seems to be a weak point but Porsche replaced it recently free of charge as extended warranty
Have a 2015 mecan s and it's eating itself up! It's had gearbox, front suspension, 2 sets of brake disks, steering rack, and currently steering belt replacement. All service done by Porsche South Africa. It's a bit excessive for 60 000km. Unfortunately my adoration for the brand and its service here will not see my money again...
Totally agree, I almost bought an used Macan because it feel soo good, but I finally end up with a Cayenne because it was 25% cheaper (10k$ less) for the same year, trim and km...
Bought a 2016 S in Mahogany. Have put about 120,000 km in heavy winter and summer. Lovely. Great to have a bit of oversteer to play with. The twin turbo 6 barks nicely. Easy to maintain. Oil changes and transfer case fluids aren’t bad at all. Definitely do the transfer case every 2-3 oil changes. Weak point. Brakes are easy if you get a device to reset the parking brake. Other than that the aluminum block means there will be some oil weeping. Not dripping. Just some areas that are damp.
I'm really happy that the parking sensors are so sensitive. It helps if you may be too close on a corner to an abnormally wide curb. It's nice to just know if I'm close to something I may not be expecting to be close to.
A friend of mind has a Macan and one thing your didn't mention was the leaking glassroof. Many alleged repairs and eventually a loan car whilst waiting for a new roof to be sent over from Germany.
Great review! I’ve had my Gen 2 Macan since Nov 21. Love my Macan and you feel special everytime you drive it. I bought the 2L, as coming out of a Golf R, I was a big fan of the EA888 engine. For daily duties in Canberra and the regular trip to Sydney, it’s close to perfect. A lot of the gripes of motoring journalists in daily life are actually really functional - for example the 2/3 screen apple carplay… where you can still have multiple car based functions available (I.e. radio or nav) Some earlier models did develop small cracks on the top surface of the door handles. Love the channel :)
Really loved the review - fast-paced, fun, informative. Great work, and I really hope you get more subscribers to the channel - you deserve then. I’m a big fan of the CarWow reviews in the U.K. incidentally - you have the same sort of approach. Getting my 2016 plate Macan S V6 D tomorrow in Agate grey with 20” Spyder rims - sooo excited. Got a 7 day full refund option so will definitely look for any of the known problems. Fingers crossed it’s not a lemon!
Find a CPO if you can and take advantage of the warranty. Will give you a few years of worry free enjoyment. I love my 2018 macan S it ticks all the boxes for me, ride, utility, speed, and comfort
Wanted to upgrade to a luxury car. Tested BMW X3, X5, Mercedes EQA, EQC, GLE, E class, S class, Maserati Lavante, Tesla S class, Porsche Panamera, and Cayenne over 18 months. Couldn't settle on any, always found something that I didn't like. One rainy day tried a Black Metallic Macan. Mid-test drive, I was sold-handlining on corners, grip, smooth thrilling to drive. Paid the deposit right after. - Every drive, whether weekday or weekend, brings a smile to my face - That is priceless.
Electronics play up cause water moisture is seeping in from the sunroof drain into the boot(gets block easy very narrow)and from the window washer bottle into the footwell (Bad design)check for dampness in those area's,Touch the carpets cause all the electronics run through those areas we're the water goes.
Great cars, have owned two of them. Both bought used, both had oil leaks, a 2017s and 2018s. I guess Porsche has figured out a reasonable cost fix, but, not good to see in cars with under 40,000 miles. Terrific ride and handling. I am looking at a used 2020 now, will sell off a Cayenne that is not nearly as fun to drive. You do pay a lot for the badge.
lookin into a used macan as a daily driver (currently dailing a high mileage bmw), will be driving upwards of 20K miles a year so reliability is a main focus for me
From this review it makes the Macan look like the affordable (relatively speaking) German Land Rover with the difference being it'll actually work lol 🤣. Also kudos to Hullsy pulling of that tongue twister he did as well. Just a thought but would you guys be able to do a video on tricks that caryards do to try and shift dodgy cars or cars that have been on the lot too long and how to spot and avoid them? Good video as always and gave me a much needed chuckle when you were roasting the wannabe car snob reviewer too. Congrats on hitting just over 40k subscribers guys and look forward to seeing what you have planned for when you hit 50k as your channel deserves every subscribers you've got👍
Love the honesty of your reviews. I have been watching for a while and somehow missed this one. I have a diesel Macan and for potential buyers, look for a car where they've spent money on decent options and check service history. They're the cars bought by people who wanted the car and looked after them not just bought what they could just afford. Chances are they'll be in better condition and well maintained. Just a few thoughts from someone who bought 2nd hand. Absolutely love my car.
Well covered, excellent work. I’m from Israel Tel Aviv and I own one now for 6 years and I just love it, and that’s right that the AC gas is leaking, happened to me too and the seats are quiet harsh so it makes long journeys not so comfy. I will buy the new one in march 2022 because I don’t see any car that can compete with it for the money you pay and what you get (it costs here staggering amounts of money 230,000$ US dollars for the Macan S but Israel is very pricey country to live in, my R8 cost me 460,000$ and I could make it much more expensive with the options same goes for the Macan S I almost took it naked from the dealership and still very expensive). I really recommend the car to others but prepared to buy lots of engine oil and not maintaining it at the dealership garage.
Please add south African prices too. thanks for your reviews, I went along and bought a 2015 Swift Sport, good thing dat wen I was doing my research ur review was already loaded. very helpful
Having worked at Porsche for a little while now, I've warmed up to the Macan a lot. The MkII is probably the most resolved in terms of exterior and interior design, though the very recent MkIII (which is the one that has the haptic feedback buttons in the centre console from the recent Cayenne) feels nicer inside because of that centre console. That and the plastic sideblades on the base Macan just look much more premium on MkIIIs, on every Macan before the plastic sideblades just look garbage. Find one with painted panels wherever possible.
@@jasonengland2357 MkIII released a few months ago in 2021 my dude. As before, the centre console now has touch sensitive controls with haptic feedback instead of the buttons, the driver's display has received a mild refresh, as have the analogue instruments, the 4cyl turbo received a mild power boost while the 3.0L V6 in the MkI and MkII Macan S is no more; it now has the 2.9L twin turbo V6 from the GTS and has received a mild power boost, while the GTS is effectively taking over from the discontinued Macan Turbo. The front and rear bumpers have been almost completely redesigned as well, the front bumper in particular incorporates a lot more black plastic while the rear is a little more aggressive. There's all new wheel designs as well as a new Gentian Blue Metallic colour option. www.carwow.co.uk/porsche/macan/news/5230/new-porsche-macan-facelift-price-specs-release-date
Choose grey paint, and the side blades blend in :). As in the review, the colour also looks good with big wheels and smoked tailpipe - all just goes together (and at least with UK roads, hides the dirt really well).
I came very close to buying a Mecan when my wife was pregnant…… but I just couldn’t bring myself to driving an SUV so I bought an A7. It’s more practical and much better looking IMO
Thank you for the great review. I'm thinking about buying a 2018 Macan S now. It feels and looks like new. And thank you for saying Porsche and not Porsh like most English speakers :)
I owned 2015 Porsche Cayman and I love the car. But I sold it @ 33k miles due to I am getting old, from time to time it gives me a hard time to get in and out and can't no longer stand on bumpy ride anymore. Now I am about to take a look at 2015 Macan S, it has 36k miles on it and the asking price is $31,998. But hesitate to make a purchase after researching the reliability of this model. Oil leak and water pump failure is the common problem on this model and yes, everyone says it costs $9k to repair 😥Ouch!
An absolute brilliant take on the review of a used car. Love the raw honnesty and the brilliant Aussie banter haha. Definitely got a click click from me. Now onto the Audi review's
It is the most reliable Porsche probably. When equipped with base 2,0l engine. Early models with v6 could have engine walls scratched, and all v6 suffered from timing chain cover leaks. But on petrol v6 it is not so complex to fix, but diesel has chain at the end of the engine, so to fix leak you have to pull engine out. Potentially all v6 could suffer from transfer case kicking. And suspension does not hold more that 100k km. Flaps in exhaust pipes could slapping. And all repairs will cost premium because of emblem on a hood.
I own a 2017 Macan S and it handles well, is fast, sounds amazing BUT, the engineers have failed to fix a major design flaw that has not historically been covered under warranty. If you happen to park it outside on a regular basis, any leaves or debris that falls into the spaces near the front wipers (usually undetectable) will cause a back up within the drainage system and then leaking on the interior near the floorboards and back trunk which is close to a lot of wiring…you get the picture. You can get it flushed -usually at a cost- which sometimes ends up loosening the drainage piping, exacerbating the problem. A very pricey design flaw.
This channel is so underrated ... I was shocked how little subscribers you have cause this is some top tier editing and it makes me feel like I'm watching a premium channel with over a million subs ! Great video
Aww thank you so much! Stoked you’re enjoying the vids
very true. very uderrated these dudes
So true. Guys did such a great job.
Absolutely agree!
Something you didn’t mention is the existence of Porsche’s extended warranty. I think it goes out to eight years for an annual premium of about $2,500 for say a 2014 Cayenne Turbo S. A good option if you can find one. The catch is you need to service it with an authorised dealer. Still worth it though for big ticket items like diffs etc.
We own a Macan base since it was new. We didn’t have any single issue with it and it is fun to drive.
I have a Macan S now for 68,000 miles. The vehicle runs very well in general and the few issues that I had, were minor. This car puts a smile on my face every day I drive it and that has no price for me.
Former Euro Master Tech here: These are fantastic. The only two major issues are the PDK fluid and the timing cover bolts (now a $200 fix opposed to years ago when they required the engine to be removed.) Build quality and performance is fantastic.
Owned a Macan GTS since new for just over 4 years. Loved every bit of the car. Superb performance handling and sound.
Great reliability never had any problem with it. Servicing with Porsche aren’t that expensive compare to other prestige brand either.
Unfortunately we needed to upgrade to a 7 seater otherwise would definitely keep it or upgrade to the facelift Macan GTS
How many miles did you get it up to?
I’m trying about the macan gts 2019 or a Audi Q8
A new car, and one that expensive to boot, shouldn't give you ANY problems after only 4 years, why are you saying that as if it was an achievement? lol
How much did it cost to maintain the car? (all costs)
Loved my Macan S just a perfect all rounder. Got extended warranty, serviced by experts and PPF to protect the paint work. Sold it when I moved overseas and will get one again. Highly recommend them.
I didn't own my Macan S for very long but for the time I did own it, there were zero issues. For a used vehicle, it drove like new. Both exterior and the interior materials aged very well, appearing new on each model I viewed and tested. I plan on purchasing another as I have nothing I recall disliking. Very nicely put together product.
What happened??
@@extremedrivr An accident totalled it. There wasn't much damage but the insurance company said replacement parts were very expensive.
We see a lot of first gen Macan S/Turbo V6s with timing cover oil leaks, it requires an engine out repair and runs close to $10k. Make sure you look at the underside at the front to make sure its not leaking before you purchase a used one.
The oil leak can generally be fixed by replacing the top 4 timing cover bolts. They are almost always broken. That doesn't require engine out. Maybe an hour.
@@scottlasater4658 atleast we found someone who tells the truth. And we also found someone who has been robbing people lol
@@gord6695no, I’ve seen that cost estimate on other car review RUclips channels $6k-9k for the engine out repair of this issue. I think he was just trying to be helpful. I’m glad if that new information is true because I’m looking at a 2017 Macan S!!
So true! Purchased 2016 Macan S less than 2 years ago with useless 3rd party warranty. Dealer didn’t realize Porsche extended warranty to 7 years for transfer case. My engine out repair is looking at $10k to replace brittle plastic lines under intake manifold after major coolant dump & replacing cover bolts. This after spending $5k out of pocket to replace transfer case. Now approaching 4 months without car. Porsche will not offer goodwill assistance, so now I’m lawyering up. This lemon is a beautiful shiny apple with a worm in it.
@@BMLM49wasn’t it covered by Porsche warranty ?
I've owned my 2014S since 2017 and it has close to 100,000km. The factory warramty is still in place and it is the best $100 per month investment. A few claims have been made on the warranty without question, all I've paid for is tyres, brakes, servicing and fuel. A staggering car that is truly special all of the time
Best car review channel I’ve come across. Love how you give us everything we want to know while keeping it real. Keep killing the game!!
Ah Wayne thanks so so much! - AK
Hello from Canada. We have a 2015 Macan S purchased new. Have 100,000 kms and still no idea when the brakes will need to be replaced. They operate like the day the car was new! Agree this is a great small SUV. Highly recommend.
Have owned a 2017 Macan since Jan. 2020, and I still look forward to driving it! Always fun, no matter what the situation.
I have a 2018 Porsche Macan GTS and its been solid. I have a slight leak on the front cam cover but its like smugging not dripping very minut but my nephew and Porsche and me are working with ARP to make the Bolts that do not break instead of using the dumb Aluminum ones that stretch and break over time causing those oil leaks. You can also have or use the stainless steel Zinc coated AUDi bolts if you need the part # number I can get that for you guys. The Transfer case is warrantied for life on the Macan and you can swap it out yourself in less then an 25 minutes to do. That is really it.
love my Macan! Purchased it three months ago with 37,000 miles and I share your sentiment, it feels like a brand new car and it's a 2017. Porsche owners take care of their cars; I was sold after I drove it.
As I’ve only recently found your channel, I have been going through your back catalogue and lo and behold you’ve been using Castle Cove for your “money shots” for a while. It must have been a sweet trip in the Macan from Newcastle to Sydney. I detail a Macan Turbo (2 yrs old) weekly for another Castle Cove resident and he buys the Porsche 10 Year Warranty for his cars. Paid dividends for the Cayenne Turbo his Macan replaced because it needed an engine replacement just out of this 10 year warranty and Porsche still honoured it! That made up his mind to buy another one. Keep up the great reviews and interesting content (and humour), Lloyd.
On the issue of brakes, Porsche quoted me $1,700 to do rears on my 981 Boxster. I purchased quality OEM units in Australia for $450, and had them fitted by a brake specialist for $150. 👍
Dang almost 3 times cheaper doing that
@@angcil88 And they’re brilliant. Definitely worth seeking alternatives for simple items like these.
@@peterfritzphotoas an example, the plugs are made by Bosch, so buy the Bosch ones for $10 each (or cheaper), Rather than the ones labeled Porsche, costing twice or three times the amount. Oftentimes, finding out who made the original component or part for Porsche is good rather than buying Porsche branded products
@@thomashelm6931 I've done that kind of thing for years with my Benzes. Now doing the same with my Porsche.
I've owned a 2015 Macan S since new and it's at 48K now. The transfer case was replaced under warranty and the oil leak problem was fixed afterwards, with Porsche picking up a portion of the labor as well as providing parts at a huge discount (the cost to me was almost halved but was still significant because this repair involves 29 hours of shop time). The high pressure fuel pump was also replaced under warranty because the ticking (that is characteristic of these things) had become quite loud.
Portion of the labor??
Cheapskates!!
They should have covered every last ¢
I have had two. One reliable, one not so. List; exhaust issues; flexible exhaust from exhaust manifold to exhaust pipe fails with regularity. PCCB brakes noisey. Had a transfer box go at 18k miles. Control arm bushings, AC leaked out, cam cover oil leak and seat belt warning chime! All fixed except for exhaust under warranty, which is good. Turbo is damn fast too!
I had the 1st 2014 Macan S. Pros: The diesel engine was excellent, and it was great to drive. Cons: The driver seat auto positioning system was faulty - took Porsche 3 years to ultimately fix, power steering plus is critical to have or too hard to turn at slow speeds, dark interior (no sun roof) and smallish rear seats that my teenage kids didn’t like entering or exiting. Overall I enjoyed the car while I had it, even recommend it to anyone who wants a cheaper Porsche, but I’d never buy another Porsche. Good accurate review, well done.
What do you have now?
Was close to buying a 2nd hand Macan a few years ago but they were at the very top of my budget, and I was concerned about servicing/maintenance/spare parts. Ended up buying a 2015 Audi SQ5 and have owned it for 3 years now. Thankfully its been faultless so far and servicing/maintenance is affordable.
Great review and loved the lego Seinfeld appearances and ripping off the other journo.
I'm still torn between the Macan S and an 8V SQ5
Stumbled across the Macan, when looking for a smaller SUV for the lady. I had been planning to buy a Porsche for over 10 years(Timing was right, and so was the pricing) and was planning on buying a 911, or Cayman, but started driving the Macan S, and loved the practicality, styling and handling. Bought a 2016 Macan S in Mahogany with beige interior and love it. Also got the extended warranty. So far so good. I always research my cars, and know the common issues, before I buy. I determine, if I am willing and can pay for the maintenance before I lay down my cash. Oh, I bought this one for me. I think the lady will get the SQ5 or Infiniti QX50. Still waiting for her to make time to drive them both.
A QX50 c’mon are you serious?
I can't begin how much I loved our 2015 Macan S diesel with in white with spyder rims it looked amazing, the car drove the best for a suv and was comfortable when you wanted it to be. Build quality and fit and finish were impeccable as it was a Porsche product. Surprisingly what was rare fitted to macans' where the optional 18 way adjustable seats, which I optioned for only 690 at the time and rear air conditioning for about the same which was a total rip off; some other mentionable options for me are interior lighting package, compass, and glazed privacy glass. We only had it for 4 years and 33000kms that we sold it purely for the reasons for maintenance costs, with a major service, out of warranty, needing to replace tires, brake pads and discs the costs of keeping the car for a couple of extra years did not make sense. But for someone looking for a macan it is truly one of my favourites, don't look past it
Hi! Could you share some of the maintenance costs of the major service/pads/discs etc that you mentioned? Thanks.
Owner of a 2015 Macan Turbo purchased used with 50,000 miles on it. Best daily driver Ives ownd yet. Beats my Mk7 golf R, F80 M3 (not in speed) and my other older rides. It has presence on the road, handling of a sports car and utility of an SUV. I used to always be on the lookout for the next best car. . . Not anymore completely satisfied.
G'day AK, Thanks for the positive review. Owner of a fully optioned Macan S (Dark Grey), open pipes button (yesss). Magnificent performance, handling, economy & sound. Only gripe, massive Turbo front wheels hop and skip on full lock and you live with it. Btw, tyre wear isn't always dickhead drivers. My Macan steering tracked often and needed regular alignments yearly. A tip for owners with Turbo wheels to conserve your $500 a tyre. Keep up the great work mate.
My 2015 Macan S started creaking like an old house after 1 year of ownership. I took it to the dealership multiple times to have them look at it but they pretty much flat out refuse to help me with it now. It's rather annoying and embarrassing for a Porsche.
I've had all the different possible leaks happen, but luckily covered under warranty at the time. Transfer case seems to be ok for now.
My front radiator grills no longer function properly and make loud whirring noises.
I have 2018 macan base! First Porsche product and I will never look back! I love this TSI AE888 2.0 turbo Engine! Enough power for daily Driving! Very reliable! Remember you could purchase Audi and VW spares many are the same for Half the price
I own a 2019 Macan S USA. 41000 miles and the only problem is Bose speakers!! Great car and great to drive. Blasts through the snow and fun to drive!!
Hello from Singapore, awesome review! This is the first video I've watched on this channel, am now a subscriber 😃
My family's had our Macan since 2015 and we're still very satisfied with it. The base 2.0 engine is generally good enough for our city use but driving in sport really solves the problem of the small engine. We love the driving dynamics and it's a wonderful car to take road tripping. Tech is unfortunately pretty basic but then again I can't expect too much from a 2015 car and it isn't a deal-breaker for me.
As you pointed out the parking sensors have gone off in traffic but that is pretty rare and it isn't annoying to me, you can turn off the sensors with a button where the overhead interior lights are. I've heard of issues with the electronic mirrors but so far that has not been a problem for me. Thankfully, we've had no problems with the engine or the transmission and there hasn't been any oil leaks so far. However, it is true that the brakes tend to wear and are expensive to replace. Overall, the car is generally very well built but replacement parts from Porsche are indeed expensive.
The only recent problems have included a shock absorber issue, as well as sagging rooflining. I'm not sure if this package is offered in Australia or the rest of the world but extended warranty can be useful if you intend to keep the car long. Do read the fine print as it does not cover all repairs. This has helped us offset SOME of the costs of the above issues.
Looking forward to more videos!
Thanks for sharing! Reading from Singapore and considering a used 2014 macan but been afraid of reliability. Sounds like it's been running well for you!
I had the mistake of buying a pristine 2017 s model with all the trimmings , 85k valued new . It only had 26k miles on it but had three owners . That should have been enough of a red flag. One week after purchasing it a light bulb was shorting on the front light, 500.00 repair. Within the month I could smell an oil leak but I couldn’t accept it . I was like no way this car that has barely been driven in 4 years has an oil leak . The cost was estimated at 5000.00 to fix . That’s when I sold it back to the people I bought it from . No sooner did I sell that they turned around and sold it for 5 k more than I bought ( thank you chip shortage ) . This means someone else inherited the problem which sucks . They didn’t repair the leak either because it was going to take 2 weeks with parts they needed , so I assumed they cleaned it up and then sold it right away, like they did with me. Worst car buying experience ever . For a beautiful car with all the bells and whistles it is terrible for costly repairs at low miles . I went on the forums afterwards and my problem was not unique unfortunately. Shame on Porsche for ripping off the consumer with these gorgeous but horribly made cars.
Oil leaks are caused by having low oil on the car the seals begin to crack, unless its burning oil which seems to be most likely your case because of how low miles your car is. The burning of your oil is caused by the carbon residue burning at the piston rings due to the minerals in a normal "full synthetic" based oil. I would recommend a 100% synthetic based oil which has 0 minerals unlike full synthetics which only have to be 25% synthetic to be considered "full synthetic". An awesome brand i would recommend is Amsoil 100% synthetic.
@@andywu8558 Amsoil is the only Oil I use also because it's 100% Synthetic.
But..
It wont stop bad engine designs from failing on you.
Gotta know your engines and how they're designed, otherwise you could have one giant paperweight of a lawn ornament down the road!!
Engines that burn oil are on their way out and it's 95% always due to a bad engine design if the miles are low.
Old worn out engines will burn oil because the seals are worn, but engines with few miles on them should NEVER EVER do that.
110,000 miles on my 2019. Maintenance is expensive, but when done on schedule (every 10k miles) the car still feels new (as compared to the nearly new loaners I get while service is being done). I wish the Base Model suspension erred ever so slightly more on the side of sporting. But other than that and the cost to do regular maintenance, I could not be happier.
We have had 2 Macans a 2018 base macan with the sport and 20inch rims and a 2020 macan s with 22inch 911 rims we ordered..truly a gem we have never had a problem with either of them. Love the handling and the sound of the exhaust also the blind spot monitoring 😬I recommend Porsche Atlanta perimeter there the best.
Loved it. Short. Sweet. And to the point. And believe me, I have watched a bunch of Macan videos. I even bought a 2015 Macan S and loving every minute of it. Keep it up.
Thanks so much for watching and commenting!
Waiting for my 2024 Macan GTS. This will be our third Macan. Bought a 2015 Macan S with 58k miles and sold it with 178k miles. Barely any issues and drove great! Bought a 2017 Macan GTS with 23k miles now at 80k miles. Looking forward to the 2024 Macan GTS.
I have a 2018 s with 80k miles. I love the car, no major issues, my only complaint is that maintenance is expensive . It has been a great car fun to drive.
Just found this channel a few weeks ago. It's class. Love the fresh and new way it's presented. Hi from Ireland.
Welcome!
Hi from Australia 👋
Thank you so much for your honest and comprehensive “What goes wrong section”. My friend really wants to buy a Porsche Macan, the mechanic sections are right on the money.
On an unrelated note, man do i wish the DC5 Honda Integra/Acura RSX was still in production.
You’re welcome!
And yes! Couldn’t agree more
Purchased a 2019 Base (new),LOVE IT. No stranger to Porsche, I have owned 4 911s. Currently l have a 911 Carrera 4S. with performance and handling upgrades as well . My wife and I enjoy driving in a Sportingly Manner!!! I guess one could say we have a Front and Back Porsche!! LOL These vehicles are almost bullet proof. A bit pricey when it comes to maintenance but worth every penny. BUY ONE or TWO for that matter.
I have a 2018 Macan S with sport package and upgraded 20 “ rims . Had to replace air/ oil separator valve. A/ C system sucks! Refrigerant leaks and replaced compressor . Required removing the entire dash . Still didn’t fit back right ! Still persistent slow leak . Plastic piece on steering wheel column . Creates subtle play on wheel . Rear view mirror broken mount . Coolant line leak ! Had a 2013 Cayenne base 110 K miles . Zero issues . Macan was a bad design . The 2019 upgrade corrected a-lot of these issues but doesn’t give me solace when I had to fork out the $$$. To fix stuff that should not break .
I have a 2015 Macan S with 110k miles. I put 40k of those miles on it. It’s honesty been a great car for most of those miles.
The brakes are very expensive to service.
The oil leaks can happen so watch out for them.
Find a nicely sorted one that has been taken care of. This car shouldn’t bankrupt you but if you do not take care of it, it will do exactly that.
Came across this great video when looking for advice on replacement tires for my Macan and you answered my question by shaming me out of buying cheap tires. Thank you from Hollywood California! Great channel!
Cheers mate, glad we can help!
When my 718 GTS was in for warranty work I was lent several Macans. The base model is a giant piece of shit. I’d spend that money on a cheaper brand that has more punch than a couple of drunk snails. The Turbo was quite nice. Reasonably quick, handled well, sounded kinda cool too. I’d definitely consider the Turbo over a M3 or C63 as a practical fun car. I was surprised at how small the back seats are. I really liked the PSCB brakes (I think that’s the acronym) on the Turbo. No brake dust and not scary expensive and overkill like carbons.
Perfect car overall. We own one since 2015. The transfer box seems to be a weak point but Porsche replaced it recently free of charge as extended warranty
Love my Macan S ! Car and so comfortable as I have a back problem. Had the cayenne before but this is nicer . Will buy again ! Love from the UK !
I love my Macan.
It’s new to me
2018 35k miles
Performance is amazing.
Have a 2015 mecan s and it's eating itself up! It's had gearbox, front suspension, 2 sets of brake disks, steering rack, and currently steering belt replacement. All service done by Porsche South Africa. It's a bit excessive for 60 000km. Unfortunately my adoration for the brand and its service here will not see my money again...
Totally agree, I almost bought an used Macan because it feel soo good, but I finally end up with a Cayenne because it was 25% cheaper (10k$ less) for the same year, trim and km...
Bought a 2016 S in Mahogany. Have put about 120,000 km in heavy winter and summer. Lovely. Great to have a bit of oversteer to play with. The twin turbo 6 barks nicely. Easy to maintain. Oil changes and transfer case fluids aren’t bad at all. Definitely do the transfer case every 2-3 oil changes. Weak point. Brakes are easy if you get a device to reset the parking brake. Other than that the aluminum block means there will be some oil weeping. Not dripping. Just some areas that are damp.
I'm really happy that the parking sensors are so sensitive. It helps if you may be too close on a corner to an abnormally wide curb. It's nice to just know if I'm close to something I may not be expecting to be close to.
A friend of mind has a Macan and one thing your didn't mention was the leaking glassroof. Many alleged repairs and eventually a loan car whilst waiting for a new roof to be sent over from Germany.
This car is simply amazing! I have a Macan S from 2015 and there is no sense to it how PERFECT the car is
One of the best channels I have ever seen
Aww thanks!
I love these Macan so much.
Great review:) loved how you slagged off other reviews regarding the interior:) spot on!!
Best "Height Reference" ever !!! Lego JS- Bahaahaa
I messed up I “rented” one from CarMax with there 24hr test drive and now I’m buying one soon 😂
I recently had the pleasure of driving a Macan from the Southern Highlands to Sydney for a service for a client. A really enjoyable car to drive
Good reviews like always keep it up , one of best car reviewers in Australia same as car expert 👍🏽
One of the best anywhere really.
Good review mate, recently picked up a 2016 turbo with
Great review! I’ve had my Gen 2 Macan since Nov 21. Love my Macan and you feel special everytime you drive it. I bought the 2L, as coming out of a Golf R, I was a big fan of the EA888 engine. For daily duties in Canberra and the regular trip to Sydney, it’s close to perfect.
A lot of the gripes of motoring journalists in daily life are actually really functional - for example the 2/3 screen apple carplay… where you can still have multiple car based functions available (I.e. radio or nav)
Some earlier models did develop small cracks on the top surface of the door handles.
Love the channel :)
Thanks so much for watching and commenting!
Porsche comes with 6 year unlimited mileage warranty. Bought a used 2021 with 4000 miles and it has 51/2 years left on warranty.
Any application of amazingly adept automotive alliteration that is absent of awkward accidents is accordingly appreciated. ♥️
And I really loves his honesty and candidness when he called the other channel dickhead hahaha
Again, thanks mate.
Really loved the review - fast-paced, fun, informative. Great work, and I really hope you get more subscribers to the channel - you deserve then. I’m a big fan of the CarWow reviews in the U.K. incidentally - you have the same sort of approach. Getting my 2016 plate Macan S V6 D tomorrow in Agate grey with 20” Spyder rims - sooo excited. Got a 7 day full refund option so will definitely look for any of the known problems. Fingers crossed it’s not a lemon!
Thanks so so much Mat. - AK
Find a CPO if you can and take advantage of the warranty. Will give you a few years of worry free enjoyment. I love my 2018 macan S it ticks all the boxes for me, ride, utility, speed, and comfort
I really like the macan somehow, it doesnt look at old at all, even the 2014s look like they could be sold brand new
I love it but the thought of one breaking would give me sleepless nights!
Wanted to upgrade to a luxury car. Tested BMW X3, X5, Mercedes EQA, EQC, GLE, E class, S class, Maserati Lavante, Tesla S class, Porsche Panamera, and Cayenne over 18 months. Couldn't settle on any, always found something that I didn't like. One rainy day tried a Black Metallic Macan. Mid-test drive, I was sold-handlining on corners, grip, smooth thrilling to drive. Paid the deposit right after.
- Every drive, whether weekday or weekend, brings a smile to my face - That is priceless.
I'm thinking of snagging me a 2018 macan turbo very soon
Bloody awesome review AK 🍺.
Hahah all the Lego men in the back seat assessments 😂
Omg this video was so helpful. I was thinking of buying a used midsize suv and was confused btw macan fpace and x3 and this really helped
Jim confirmed to be the new king of alliteration.
Great review!! Thanks! I'm looking for Porsche Macan at the moment :) I will follow this channel
Electronics play up cause water moisture is seeping in from the sunroof drain into the boot(gets block easy very narrow)and from the window washer bottle into the footwell (Bad design)check for dampness in those area's,Touch the carpets cause all the electronics run through those areas we're the water goes.
Great cars, have owned two of them. Both bought used, both had oil leaks, a 2017s and 2018s. I guess Porsche has figured out a reasonable cost fix, but, not good to see in cars with under 40,000 miles. Terrific ride and handling. I am looking at a used 2020 now, will sell off a Cayenne that is not nearly as fun to drive. You do pay a lot for the badge.
Love tht mini man popping up in the practice part 😹😹😹
lookin into a used macan as a daily driver (currently dailing a high mileage bmw), will be driving upwards of 20K miles a year so reliability is a main focus for me
Allin all I love the vehicle ! Drives great ! Very sporty ! Would I get another one 🤔🤔. Probably
From what I've read, one thing to look out for is the front timing cover leaking oil. Apparently the aluminum bolts are prone to breaking.
Great review. Didn’t know you guys until this video, I m now a big fan of you. Keep going! ❤
Thanks heaps mate!
Love the lego man! He has to be in every zoomed in cut
I just love the Aussies and their no nonsense
From this review it makes the Macan look like the affordable (relatively speaking) German Land Rover with the difference being it'll actually work lol 🤣. Also kudos to Hullsy pulling of that tongue twister he did as well.
Just a thought but would you guys be able to do a video on tricks that caryards do to try and shift dodgy cars or cars that have been on the lot too long and how to spot and avoid them?
Good video as always and gave me a much needed chuckle when you were roasting the wannabe car snob reviewer too.
Congrats on hitting just over 40k subscribers guys and look forward to seeing what you have planned for when you hit 50k as your channel deserves every subscribers you've got👍
Love the honesty of your reviews. I have been watching for a while and somehow missed this one. I have a diesel Macan and for potential buyers, look for a car where they've spent money on decent options and check service history. They're the cars bought by people who wanted the car and looked after them not just bought what they could just afford. Chances are they'll be in better condition and well maintained. Just a few thoughts from someone who bought 2nd hand. Absolutely love my car.
Cheers, are the diesels good and reliable? Thanks
Well covered, excellent work. I’m from Israel Tel Aviv and I own one now for 6 years and I just love it, and that’s right that the AC gas is leaking, happened to me too and the seats are quiet harsh so it makes long journeys not so comfy. I will buy the new one in march 2022 because I don’t see any car that can compete with it for the money you pay and what you get (it costs here staggering amounts of money 230,000$ US dollars for the Macan S but Israel is very pricey country to live in, my R8 cost me 460,000$ and I could make it much more expensive with the options same goes for the Macan S I almost took it naked from the dealership and still very expensive). I really recommend the car to others but prepared to buy lots of engine oil and not maintaining it at the dealership garage.
I bought a Macan 2021 , it's really amazing
First time viewer of this channel, and WOW. This was so well produced.
Thanks so much mate. - AK
Please add south African prices too. thanks for your reviews, I went along and bought a 2015 Swift Sport, good thing dat wen I was doing my research ur review was already loaded. very helpful
Having worked at Porsche for a little while now, I've warmed up to the Macan a lot. The MkII is probably the most resolved in terms of exterior and interior design, though the very recent MkIII (which is the one that has the haptic feedback buttons in the centre console from the recent Cayenne) feels nicer inside because of that centre console. That and the plastic sideblades on the base Macan just look much more premium on MkIIIs, on every Macan before the plastic sideblades just look garbage. Find one with painted panels wherever possible.
there is only mk1 2014-18 and mk2 19-up, no mk3 yet for the Macan.
@@jasonengland2357 MkIII released a few months ago in 2021 my dude.
As before, the centre console now has touch sensitive controls with haptic feedback instead of the buttons, the driver's display has received a mild refresh, as have the analogue instruments, the 4cyl turbo received a mild power boost while the 3.0L V6 in the MkI and MkII Macan S is no more; it now has the 2.9L twin turbo V6 from the GTS and has received a mild power boost, while the GTS is effectively taking over from the discontinued Macan Turbo.
The front and rear bumpers have been almost completely redesigned as well, the front bumper in particular incorporates a lot more black plastic while the rear is a little more aggressive.
There's all new wheel designs as well as a new Gentian Blue Metallic colour option.
www.carwow.co.uk/porsche/macan/news/5230/new-porsche-macan-facelift-price-specs-release-date
Choose grey paint, and the side blades blend in :). As in the review, the colour also looks good with big wheels and smoked tailpipe - all just goes together (and at least with UK roads, hides the dirt really well).
I came very close to buying a Mecan when my wife was pregnant…… but I just couldn’t bring myself to driving an SUV so I bought an A7. It’s more practical and much better looking IMO
Thank you for the great review. I'm thinking about buying a 2018 Macan S now. It feels and looks like new. And thank you for saying Porsche and not Porsh like most English speakers :)
first car review featuring the phrase “piss off, dickhead!” so that’s an instant subscribe for me
Awesome review, keep up the good work 👍
I owned 2015 Porsche Cayman and I love the car. But I sold it @ 33k miles due to I am getting old, from time to time it gives me a hard time to get in and out and can't no longer stand on bumpy ride anymore. Now I am about to take a look at 2015 Macan S, it has 36k miles on it and the asking price is $31,998. But hesitate to make a purchase after researching the reliability of this model. Oil leak and water pump failure is the common problem on this model and yes, everyone says it costs $9k to repair 😥Ouch!
An absolute brilliant take on the review of a used car. Love the raw honnesty and the brilliant Aussie banter haha. Definitely got a click click from me. Now onto the Audi review's
Thanks heaps! Glad you enjoyed it
You are great mate!!!!! Love this review and I am sold. Let you know once I purchase my Macan. Watch this space.
Thanks so much Keagan. - AK
It is the most reliable Porsche probably. When equipped with base 2,0l engine. Early models with v6 could have engine walls scratched, and all v6 suffered from timing chain cover leaks. But on petrol v6 it is not so complex to fix, but diesel has chain at the end of the engine, so to fix leak you have to pull engine out. Potentially all v6 could suffer from transfer case kicking. And suspension does not hold more that 100k km. Flaps in exhaust pipes could slapping. And all repairs will cost premium because of emblem on a hood.
I own a 2017 Macan S and it handles well, is fast, sounds amazing BUT, the engineers have failed to fix a major design flaw that has not historically been covered under warranty. If you happen to park it outside on a regular basis, any leaves or debris that falls into the spaces near the front wipers (usually undetectable) will cause a back up within the drainage system and then leaking on the interior near the floorboards and back trunk which is close to a lot of wiring…you get the picture. You can get it flushed -usually at a cost- which sometimes ends up loosening the drainage piping, exacerbating the problem. A very pricey design flaw.
Beautiful concept! And a lovely video. Great job!
Thanks!
Had a 2015 diesel for 12months....love it.... economical and nippy.... Need a sun roof though....