►Follow us on Instagram @autogefuehl and @thomas.letsgo ►Subscribe here: ruclips.net/user/autogefuehl ►Compare the Porsche Macan S facelift: ruclips.net/video/yYLO1zqIBmA/видео.html ►Compare the Porsche Cayenne: ruclips.net/video/PaIZZjkBcxA/видео.html ►Compare the Audi Q5: ruclips.net/video/ntpkyvkgB-I/видео.html 00:00 Porsche Macan GTS or S - what will it be? 00:24 Launch Control 00:36 Macan GTS facelift design and technology 02:28 2,9 l V6 440 hp engine 02:57 Interior 03:28 Race Tex steering wheel 03:59 Race Tex GTS seats 04:48 Instruments 05:32 New PDK shifting lever 05:58 Infotainment 06:35 Rear seats 07:09 Trunk / boot 07:36 German Autobahn driving with acceleration 15:59 Agile driving experience #Porsche #PorscheMacan Transparency note: Autogefühl videos are independent and free from editorial influence on opinion and rating. But since manufacturers enable us to do the reviews in the first place, for legal reasons this video is marked as _advertisement_.
Thanks, Thomas, for another great Porsche review. Personally, I have test driven both the Macan S & GTS. Although both share the same engine, the GTS is tuned more for performance as you get a really fun small SUV to drive. You notice this difference when you have driven both. The GTS package (interior & exterior ) with the green stitching looks sensational & a pleasure to sit in, priced at around $16,000 AUD. Adding the panoramic glass roof is a nice look as well. Here in Australia, the GTS is the Macan to order & costs around $1000 AUD for each service for the first 5 years. You can also buy an extended warranty after 3 years. Thanks again for the upload. Happy motoring.
Reason why I love the macan so much is the extraordinary value for money (it costs as much as a full-optional Velar D300!). You have a perfect and balanced blend of performance, agility, utility and comfort. Bigger SUVs miss the fun and agility part. This has everything you need.
Agree partially, but do you not feel from a value point of view Cayenne is better? With the Macan aging I cant help but feel its expensive for an older tech car??
I still daily drive my Macan GTS 2017 with 91000 kms, its a beast and angel the same time.. going country roads in sports plus or taking my newborn while sleeping tight with cloud like suspension is effortless for the car..
IMHO the best middle class SUV on the market ... the best outside design and the best handling for a SUV. This GTS package it's really superbe combined with steering wheel and brakes. TOP! Great review as always ...
@@elios.503 I am strongly considering a GV70 Genesis rather that this. I'm guessing you are not a fan. 0-60mph in 4.9 seconds. 391 torque. $65,000 full options in USA. 10 year warranty, 3 year maintenance service paid for.
It would also be useful to make a full review of the basic Macan (the 2.0 4-cylinder 265hp). Why don't you plan to do a su B review/test drive of the basic Macan? Thank you a lot.
Would you please skip or add litre capacity of the boot space in reviewed cars since these lenghts and widths don't tell much for some people? ;) Thanks if U do and keep up the good work! Cheers!
Completely disagree. The GTS is tuned much better than S.. it's a very special machine! the S is good and base they are all excellent, but the GTS has the sauce!
When I brought my GT4 in for service I got a Mayan 2.0 for a loaner, really poor power delivery, the next time I got an S model and it was so much better, completely different car. I love the size but I am waiting for the EV model, hopefully it will have 300 miles range and the fast charging of the Tycan.
Thomas seems to be very inconsistent in his evaluation of rear seat legroom across his multiple Macan reviews. Sometimes he finds it good sometimes he finds it bad. Make up your mind Thomas!
So thanks again Thomas this man is dangerous! In a good way😃 Because of him and his reviews I have purchased E43 Amg merc Then taycan turbo In addition heritage targa and now the Macon gts So thank you you have never let us down. God bless
Hi Thoms, did you know if we select the ACC option you to lose the Speed limit option, pay more, and get fewer features. I wasn't aware of that neither it was mentioned in the configurator, received my car without this feature. Pretty disappointed. Why would they do this!!
Can’t understand why Thomas seems to be whining so much about the price of the Macan. Perhaps it isn’t worth the money? In full-optional spec, lots of premium diesel sedans and SUVs will equal the price of the Macan GTS. That says it all. The price is indeed very interesting imo.
Thomas, do you think that they are not launching this update in Turbo guise because when the all new electric Macan arrives that it is going to be called the Turbo? I was thinking this might be the case because they will offer the ICE version along side the EV version
Why does that sound so much better than a 911? If they can make the Macan sound that aggressive why not the 911? I know one is a flat 6 and the Macan a V6 but the 911 is so much quieter.
I guess you either have a completely keyless entry with an ignition button or a classic entry with the car key in the ignition. That turn thingy sucks.
@@BF1GUN I am building my Porsche in USA and don’t see that option in the S or the GTS? I have seen several reviews and some say they come with keyless entry and some say they come without so I am very confused. If you can please clarify?
Such a nice car. Porsche nailed it with this one! Of course the Cayman is the one to go if you want a classic sports car for purists (or an old 911, not the new one, I know some will hate me for that statement :-). But if you want something that does it all: comfy, sporty, luxurious and also great for long roadtrips with the family … I believe the Macan S is the sweet spot - just perhaps add the air suspension and there you go!
Macan S & GTS both great cars, but the aging platform bothers me & makes me consider the Cayenne is a better long term solution, particularly in hybrid & with a face lift coming in 2022. I'm looking at a new car having just sold my 991. What's your thoughts Thomas? Q. what was the real world fuel economy for S & GTS?? Love you style on You Tube videos.
If you dont need the rear space of the Cayenne, the Macan GTS is really a great car! Drives much more agile than the Cayenne... Facelift of Cayenne has been postponed to 2023 by the way.
Interior is quite dissapointing with all the piano black plastic especially at this price point. Had the same complaint on the Audi version of this car as well
I was grappling with this. But my local Porsche dealer will sell for straight MSRP with no markup. My BMW dealership will not go less than MSRP. So the delta between the two was $10k. I went with the GTS. The M3 was awesome, but it doesn’t drive as comfortable as the GTS and it won’t depreciate as much in value. They’re both great cars.
Something I cannot find anywhere... Is the shifting by the lever in M, still: forward to upshift and backward to downshift or FINALLY, it has been changed to the more intuitive movement (forward = down, backward = up)? Thanks, great review as always!
Ever since the Macan downsized to a 2L, its sounded like a VW golf. Embarrassing. I love my original Twin Turbo 3.6L V6 Macan Turbo, it sounds amazing.
Some people dont like the idea of being surrounded by the skin of dead animals... I personally dont like the sounds and feeling of leather seats , also the fact that it gets really cold in the winter and hot i the summer 😑 Ps : im a sucker for porsches tartan seats 😅
Thank you very much for your interest in this topic. Please tune in to what the animal leather industry tried to do here with our channel: ruclips.net/video/nP_CvLlaFlI/видео.html In general, depending on the animal skin grade, the animals are specifically raised for this matter. However even if meat would be the reason no.1 in other cases, the hide remains one of the most profitable body parts. That means: If manufacturers put animal leather in a car and you accept it as a customer, you give your money to an industry that earns money by oppressing humans, animals and destroys the environment, you make them more profitable. Also, if you turn the argument around "meat is the waste of the leather industry" you realize how biased the argument is. After all, would you care for which exact body part you would be murdered? Or imagine someone robs you on the street and beats you to death - would it matter to you if it was for your Smartphone or for your purse? The animal agriculture industry occupies 2/3 of all farm land on this planet which cannot be used for direct human nutrition then. That is extremely inefficient. The no.1 cause for deforestation is the animal industry. It is also one of the biggest contributor to climate change. The amount of land, resources, energy and water being used is beyond imagination. If you are interested in how the animals are being treated and transported in the global leather industry, watch this footage: ruclips.net/video/tkjCAmq1_8E/видео.html Note that the footage is genuine and was recorded by a highly decorated investigative journalist in Germany I know myself personally. For the alternative, you can either use artificial fabrics which can be made from recyclables (we have already shown a lot of vehicles that use great fabric seats from PET-bottles etc.) or more and more also from plant-based materials (like Pinatex). And even if you would create a seat completely with petroleum without a recycling share, the amount of oil being used for that is nothing in comparing just to once fueling up your car. In practical reasons, fabric or microfibre seats are just more useful. You do not sweat in summer and it is not cold in winter. And if you want the slick look or something to wipe clean easier, that is possible with animal free leatherette. And there are also new leatherette materials available which are superior in every aspect: ruclips.net/video/u94YXJ72UTA/видео.html Using animal skin on seats is a major issue of animal rights, human rights - and after all it is just common sense what is better both for the environment and just more practical and more luxurious for the customer. We cannot change what we have bought in the past (that also counts for ourselves of course!), but with more information and compassion we can change how we decide in the future.
And Microfiber leads to Microplastic .... also the vegan alternatives have sometimes severe disadvantages. Genetically engineered soy, avocados that fly around the world, etc. It's very difficult for consumers to assess the total impact of a product on the entire environment (climate, water, animals, people). In the end, with a rapidly growing population, now above 7 billion, the global economy simply cannot be sustainable. As a side note, according to a friend that works at BMW, the most expensive leather available as an exclusive custom trim, is made from whale penis. Probably not merely a side product?
Microfibre from 100 % recyclables - or from natural materials. All already there or coming. Have u checked this? ruclips.net/video/u94YXJ72UTA/видео.html
Thank you very much for your interest in this topic. As a start, please tune in to what the animal leather industry tried to do here with our channel: ruclips.net/video/nP_CvLlaFlI/видео.html In general, depending on the animal skin grade, the animals are specifically raised for this matter. However even if meat would be the reason no.1 in other cases, the hide remains one of the most profitable body parts. That means: If manufacturers put animal leather in a car and you accept it as a customer, you give your money to an industry that earns money by oppressing humans, animals and destroys the environment, you make them more profitable. Also, if you turn the argument around "meat is the waste of the leather industry" you realize how biased the argument is. After all, would you care for which body part you would murdered? Or imagine someone robs you on the street and beats you to death - would it matter to you if it was for your Smartphone or for your purse? The animal agriculture industry occupies 2/3 of all farm land on this planet which cannot be used for direct human nutrition then. That is extremely inefficient. The no.1 cause for deforestation is the animal industry. It is also one of the biggest contributor to climate change. The amount of land, resources, energy and water being used is beyond imagination. If you are interested in how the animals are being treated and transported in the global leather industry, watch this footage: ruclips.net/video/tkjCAmq1_8E/видео.html Note that the footage is genuine and was recorded by a highly decorated investigative journalist in Germany I know myself personally. For the alternative, you can either use artificial fabrics which can be made from recyclables (we have already shown a lot of vehicles that use great fabric seats from PET-bottles etc.) or more and more also from plant-based materials (like Pinatex). And even if you would create a seat completely with petroleum without a recycling share, the amount of oil being used for that is nothing in comparing just to once fueling up your car. In practical reasons, fabric or microfibre seats are just more useful. You do not sweat in summer and it is not cold in winter. And there are also new leatherette materials available which are superior in every aspect: ruclips.net/video/u94YXJ72UTA/видео.html Using animal skin on seats is a major issue of animal rights, human rights - and after all just of common sense what is better both for the environment and just more practical and more luxurious for the customer. We cannot change what we have bought in the past (that also counts for ourselves of course!), but with more information and compassion we can change how we decide in the future.
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00:00 Porsche Macan GTS or S - what will it be?
00:24 Launch Control
00:36 Macan GTS facelift design and technology
02:28 2,9 l V6 440 hp engine
02:57 Interior
03:28 Race Tex steering wheel
03:59 Race Tex GTS seats
04:48 Instruments
05:32 New PDK shifting lever
05:58 Infotainment
06:35 Rear seats
07:09 Trunk / boot
07:36 German Autobahn driving with acceleration
15:59 Agile driving experience
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RUclips: How many Porsche reviews by Thomas do you want to see?
Me: Yes
👍😎
Thanks, Thomas, for another great Porsche review.
Personally, I have test driven both the Macan S & GTS. Although both share the same engine, the GTS is tuned more for performance as you get a really fun small SUV to drive.
You notice this difference when you have driven both.
The GTS package (interior & exterior ) with the green stitching looks sensational & a pleasure to sit in, priced at around $16,000 AUD. Adding the panoramic glass roof is a nice look as well.
Here in Australia, the GTS is the Macan to order & costs around $1000 AUD for each service for the first 5 years. You can also buy an extended warranty after 3 years.
Thanks again for the upload. Happy motoring.
Reason why I love the macan so much is the extraordinary value for money (it costs as much as a full-optional Velar D300!). You have a perfect and balanced blend of performance, agility, utility and comfort.
Bigger SUVs miss the fun and agility part. This has everything you need.
Agree partially, but do you not feel from a value point of view Cayenne is better? With the Macan aging I cant help but feel its expensive for an older tech car??
@@Montcoffer what do u mean?
I still daily drive my Macan GTS 2017 with 91000 kms, its a beast and angel the same time.. going country roads in sports plus or taking my newborn while sleeping tight with cloud like suspension is effortless for the car..
is it floaty over pumbs or stiff ?
@@Joy-s3s6v stable. Not floaty not bumpy.
PPP (Porsche pricing policy) spot on! The reason for this price I choose BMW M550i!
Thomas really be adding the memes. 😅👌
=)
1:17 Those particular wheels only come with the Sports Pack, otherwise it is a different 21" wheel.
Thanks Thomas, yet another great video !
IMHO the best middle class SUV on the market ... the best outside design and the best handling for a SUV. This GTS package it's really superbe combined with steering wheel and brakes. TOP! Great review as always ...
Cheers 🙏
Middle class??? Please explain.
@@wisejustice7742Macan is middle class level SUV, not big, not little, not fake Cross over, expecially in US market. The right size for a sporty SUV.
@@elios.503 I am strongly considering a GV70 Genesis rather that this. I'm guessing you are not a fan. 0-60mph in 4.9 seconds. 391 torque. $65,000 full options in USA. 10 year warranty, 3 year maintenance service paid for.
Looks great! Let’s see how this will perform
"What the hell they thinking?" So gutsy and great!
👌😉
Yes, €115k for a reclothed, sporty Audi Q5 is a bit nuts.
PPP😄 nice one Thomas!! It looks like a fun car to drive!
😎
Amazing review Thomas. Thanks.
🙏🙏
It would also be useful to make a full review of the basic Macan (the 2.0 4-cylinder 265hp). Why don't you plan to do a su B review/test drive of the basic Macan? Thank you a lot.
Hi Thomas, between Macan GTS vs Pamamera GTS Sports Tourismo, which one would you choose? Which one is better driving, more agile and fun?
Amazing review Thomas. Loved the part where your entering the corner at around 219 kmhr. Very impressive handling.
Best daily driver ever
But still very expensive. Kinda surprising that the prices dont come down.
I love the interior trim corresponding to the body colour on Porsches.
Love the green detail. It’s a mini hulk !
Would you please skip or add litre capacity of the boot space in reviewed cars since these lenghts and widths don't tell much for some people? ;) Thanks if U do and keep up the good work! Cheers!
This is what I've been waiting for. Thank you Thomas.
I need youre help guys which one should I buy?? The macan performance package 2018 3.6L 440hp or the new one 2.9…
So cars bought off the back of Thomas
Mercedes e43 Amg
Taycan turbo
Heritage targa
Now 2022 gts
Thanks Thomas
I like both!!!! The Macan and Thomas ❤️❤️❤️
What’s wrong with the gear selector I don’t understand
Porsche should be Porsche it should be expensive and luxurious.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Love green details It’s a mini hulk !
Porsche designers: how much plastic do you want on the front?
Manager: Yes
LoL yes.... Its just ugly and looks cheap. And thats why i wont buy it... Not that i dont have the money 🙄
I’m sure there’s an expensive option to get it painted body color.
Completely disagree. The GTS is tuned much better than S.. it's a very special machine! the S is good and base they are all excellent, but the GTS has the sauce!
I wish the GTS came with the V8 from the Cayenne.
Damn. I wish Porsche did that too.
GTS should get the 4.0l engine, this one sounds kinda Wartburg
Thank you so much for the video..! you are the best!!!
thanks my friend =)
When I brought my GT4 in for service I got a Mayan 2.0 for a loaner, really poor power delivery, the next time I got an S model and it was so much better, completely different car. I love the size but I am waiting for the EV model, hopefully it will have 300 miles range and the fast charging of the Tycan.
How about MACAN GTS compare with Nissan Juke-R?
They say green is the hardest color to sell when they are used. But if you are leasing, I guess you can get a polarizing color.
Thomas seems to be very inconsistent in his evaluation of rear seat legroom across his multiple Macan reviews. Sometimes he finds it good sometimes he finds it bad. Make up your mind Thomas!
Tbh the space feel depends of the color ;)
sad, no android auto -- but i'm planning to either order one of these cars or call a dealership for delivery -- really want this car.
Please waths the mpg is good for city ???
Thomas this GTS or The new 2024 GLC 43 Amg?
So thanks again Thomas this man is dangerous! In a good way😃
Because of him and his reviews I have purchased
E43 Amg merc
Then taycan turbo
In addition heritage targa and now the Macon gts
So thank you you have never let us down.
God bless
😅 what a list!
Hi Thomas what you recommend out of the bmw x6 m50i or the new Porcshe Macan S ?
It's how I would specifically mine. Maybe yellow interior if I had CXX money, but then again we don't get PCCB yellow calipers I believe
Hi Thoms, did you know if we select the ACC option you to lose the Speed limit option, pay more, and get fewer features. I wasn't aware of that neither it was mentioned in the configurator, received my car without this feature. Pretty disappointed. Why would they do this!!
🤔
great reviews. I would vote go to the max. Make the car special if you are getting a Porsche. Otherwise save money and get Hundai or Toyota.
Love it!
Best car in the world !!
how was the brake pedal feel? was it soft?
At low to mid-range, the engine sounds like the RS5 🤔
maybe its the same engine
Can’t understand why Thomas seems to be whining so much about the price of the Macan. Perhaps it isn’t worth the money?
In full-optional spec, lots of premium diesel sedans and SUVs will equal the price of the Macan GTS.
That says it all. The price is indeed very interesting imo.
My color is Miami blue !! 🙏❤️
way to go !
Wann kommt ein Bericht vom 992 GTS?
Love it , two thums up :-)
Thomas, do you think that they are not launching this update in Turbo guise because when the all new electric Macan arrives that it is going to be called the Turbo? I was thinking this might be the case because they will offer the ICE version along side the EV version
That could be
does it off road?
Wait two years, lease it for six months and youve done the if you like This car and are on a budget
Why does that sound so much better than a 911? If they can make the Macan sound that aggressive why not the 911? I know one is a flat 6 and the Macan a V6 but the 911 is so much quieter.
I guess you either have a completely keyless entry with an ignition button or a classic entry with the car key in the ignition. That turn thingy sucks.
Hi, does the Macan S come with keyless entry and the key fob as a standard as well?
Keyless Entry is an option.
@@BF1GUN I am building my Porsche in USA and don’t see that option in the S or the GTS? I have seen several reviews and some say they come with keyless entry and some say they come without so I am very confused. If you can please clarify?
@@tthi9 depends on which market
In Australia keyless entry standard
Wow such a good car 👍
I think you need to add a color to your list: how about Thomas Green?
😂👌
These black interiors are like crawling into a dark cave, I'll have beige thank you, roof too.
Such a nice car. Porsche nailed it with this one! Of course the Cayman is the one to go if you want a classic sports car for purists (or an old 911, not the new one, I know some will hate me for that statement :-). But if you want something that does it all: comfy, sporty, luxurious and also great for long roadtrips with the family … I believe the Macan S is the sweet spot - just perhaps add the air suspension and there you go!
fast........
very fast frog
I like it :)
The exhaust crackling noise sounds so embarrassing. Like VW Golf tuning
Yes it has gotten old.
Macan S & GTS both great cars, but the aging platform bothers me & makes me consider the Cayenne is a better long term solution, particularly in hybrid & with a face lift coming in 2022. I'm looking at a new car having just sold my 991. What's your thoughts Thomas?
Q. what was the real world fuel economy for S & GTS??
Love you style on You Tube videos.
If you dont need the rear space of the Cayenne, the Macan GTS is really a great car! Drives much more agile than the Cayenne... Facelift of Cayenne has been postponed to 2023 by the way.
Porsche just kill us with that stupid so called key less if you still have to turn it. Great review as always Tomas.
Cheers m8!
Yes please
For the wheels, the 2022 new Macan has better-looking wheels while Cayenne has not.
Interior is quite dissapointing with all the piano black plastic especially at this price point. Had the same complaint on the Audi version of this car as well
There is no Audi version of this car. The Macan shared a platform with the Q5 but Porsche engineers changed 85% of the vehicle.
Grand Thomas Sport
😁
They really overdid the styling on the outside. It's a bit gaudy.
Disagree. Maybe just this spec.
Love it. But worth $30k more than an X3 M, uh no!
Indeed
30k more and still missing lots of options
I was grappling with this. But my local Porsche dealer will sell for straight MSRP with no markup. My BMW dealership will not go less than MSRP. So the delta between the two was $10k. I went with the GTS. The M3 was awesome, but it doesn’t drive as comfortable as the GTS and it won’t depreciate as much in value. They’re both great cars.
Please review the 2.0🙏
Something I cannot find anywhere... Is the shifting by the lever in M, still: forward to upshift and backward to downshift or FINALLY, it has been changed to the more intuitive movement (forward = down, backward = up)? Thanks, great review as always!
No gear change is possible in this version of Macan only paddle shifters
@@typiod88 Thanks! Such a bad news anyway...
Ever since the Macan downsized to a 2L, its sounded like a VW golf. Embarrassing. I love my original Twin Turbo 3.6L V6 Macan Turbo, it sounds amazing.
The GTS isn't 2L.
But this thing is a 2.9L V6 though, so I don't know what you're on about
@@SimonDrysdale 02:28 2,9 l V6 440 hp engine
@@zeerevs Yeah, 2.9 is not really the same as 2L though is it?
Please review the Audi a6 55 tfsi e avant PHEV
The x3m has 510 hp for around the same price . i think the bmw x3m is a better buy
X3m doesn’t handle as well
@@981_pdk3 till you drive one, thats an assumption 🤷🏽♂️
@@supremeetnel7707 mate I have already seen how they handle and they are very twitchy
Confirming the macan gts is vastly superior to the x3m.
Why don't people just get the S and get a tune
Nice👌💪👍
GTS imo
My dentist drives a Cayman S.
👍👍👍
Did you just get smoked by a mini?
Keeping speed limit while others exceed it and risk losing their license is not called getting smoked
@@autogefuehl Fair enough, though it looked like you were accelerating lol.
Still love my 2018 GTS check out some my vids offroad and acceleration heh
Damn, that front bumper is really ugly
Why is "animal skin" a disadvantage? I would spec as much leather as possible...
Some people dont like the idea of being surrounded by the skin of dead animals...
I personally dont like the sounds and feeling of leather seats , also the fact that it gets really cold in the winter and hot i the summer 😑
Ps : im a sucker for porsches tartan seats 😅
Thank you very much for your interest in this topic. Please tune in to what the animal leather industry tried to do here with our channel: ruclips.net/video/nP_CvLlaFlI/видео.html
In general, depending on the animal skin grade, the animals are specifically raised for this matter. However even if meat would be the reason no.1 in other cases, the hide remains one of the most profitable body parts. That means: If manufacturers put animal leather in a car and you accept it as a customer, you give your money to an industry that earns money by oppressing humans, animals and destroys the environment, you make them more profitable. Also, if you turn the argument around "meat is the waste of the leather industry" you realize how biased the argument is. After all, would you care for which exact body part you would be murdered? Or imagine someone robs you on the street and beats you to death - would it matter to you if it was for your Smartphone or for your purse?
The animal agriculture industry occupies 2/3 of all farm land on this planet which cannot be used for direct human nutrition then. That is extremely inefficient. The no.1 cause for deforestation is the animal industry. It is also one of the biggest contributor to climate change. The amount of land, resources, energy and water being used is beyond imagination.
If you are interested in how the animals are being treated and transported in the global leather industry, watch this footage: ruclips.net/video/tkjCAmq1_8E/видео.html
Note that the footage is genuine and was recorded by a highly decorated investigative journalist in Germany I know myself personally.
For the alternative, you can either use artificial fabrics which can be made from recyclables (we have already shown a lot of vehicles that use great fabric seats from PET-bottles etc.) or more and more also from plant-based materials (like Pinatex). And even if you would create a seat completely with petroleum without a recycling share, the amount of oil being used for that is nothing in comparing just to once fueling up your car.
In practical reasons, fabric or microfibre seats are just more useful. You do not sweat in summer and it is not cold in winter. And if you want the slick look or something to wipe clean easier, that is possible with animal free leatherette.
And there are also new leatherette materials available which are superior in every aspect: ruclips.net/video/u94YXJ72UTA/видео.html
Using animal skin on seats is a major issue of animal rights, human rights - and after all it is just common sense what is better both for the environment and just more practical and more luxurious for the customer. We cannot change what we have bought in the past (that also counts for ourselves of course!), but with more information and compassion we can change how we decide in the future.
And Microfiber leads to Microplastic .... also the vegan alternatives have sometimes severe disadvantages. Genetically engineered soy, avocados that fly around the world, etc. It's very difficult for consumers to assess the total impact of a product on the entire environment (climate, water, animals, people). In the end, with a rapidly growing population, now above 7 billion, the global economy simply cannot be sustainable.
As a side note, according to a friend that works at BMW, the most expensive leather available as an exclusive custom trim, is made from whale penis. Probably not merely a side product?
Microfibre from 100 % recyclables - or from natural materials. All already there or coming. Have u checked this? ruclips.net/video/u94YXJ72UTA/видео.html
Leather is the way to go.
Amazing car , sans PDK 🤢
It looks like a ninja turtle
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Animal free seats?… bullshit.
Then don’t eat steak, pork, eggs, bacon, fish etc… total bullshit.
Nice review minus the non animal bs.
Thank you very much for your interest in this topic. As a start, please tune in to what the animal leather industry tried to do here with our channel: ruclips.net/video/nP_CvLlaFlI/видео.html
In general, depending on the animal skin grade, the animals are specifically raised for this matter. However even if meat would be the reason no.1 in other cases, the hide remains one of the most profitable body parts. That means: If manufacturers put animal leather in a car and you accept it as a customer, you give your money to an industry that earns money by oppressing humans, animals and destroys the environment, you make them more profitable. Also, if you turn the argument around "meat is the waste of the leather industry" you realize how biased the argument is. After all, would you care for which body part you would murdered? Or imagine someone robs you on the street and beats you to death - would it matter to you if it was for your Smartphone or for your purse?
The animal agriculture industry occupies 2/3 of all farm land on this planet which cannot be used for direct human nutrition then. That is extremely inefficient. The no.1 cause for deforestation is the animal industry. It is also one of the biggest contributor to climate change. The amount of land, resources, energy and water being used is beyond imagination. If you are interested in how the animals are being treated and transported in the global leather industry, watch this footage: ruclips.net/video/tkjCAmq1_8E/видео.html
Note that the footage is genuine and was recorded by a highly decorated investigative journalist in Germany I know myself personally.
For the alternative, you can either use artificial fabrics which can be made from recyclables (we have already shown a lot of vehicles that use great fabric seats from PET-bottles etc.) or more and more also from plant-based materials (like Pinatex). And even if you would create a seat completely with petroleum without a recycling share, the amount of oil being used for that is nothing in comparing just to once fueling up your car.
In practical reasons, fabric or microfibre seats are just more useful. You do not sweat in summer and it is not cold in winter. And there are also new leatherette materials available which are superior in every aspect: ruclips.net/video/u94YXJ72UTA/видео.html
Using animal skin on seats is a major issue of animal rights, human rights - and after all just of common sense what is better both for the environment and just more practical and more luxurious for the customer. We cannot change what we have bought in the past (that also counts for ourselves of course!), but with more information and compassion we can change how we decide in the future.
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I like you empathizing animal skin. For me is a deal braker.
Thanks for caring 👍👍
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I think you could improve your reviews Thomas, it was ok.
Not fast
Did they employed the “designer “ from BMW ? 😳
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