Porsche Macan GTS vs S | How Different Are They?

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  • Опубликовано: 13 янв 2025

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  • @DriveSteady
    @DriveSteady  Год назад +6

    Which Macan would you choose, GTS or S?

    • @billboyce4178
      @billboyce4178 Год назад +4

      Great review! I like how you detailed the differences, but got right to driving. You're really testing Torque though... not HP, and there's only 22 lbs-ft difference in the Torque ratings. I think you're right that the sport exhaust in the GTS contributes a lot to the "feel" of acceleration.

    • @michellelanden3017
      @michellelanden3017 Год назад +5

      GTS 🤫

    • @markschweitzer661
      @markschweitzer661 8 месяцев назад +2

      Great review

    • @migu3l_sebastian_athanasius
      @migu3l_sebastian_athanasius 8 месяцев назад +2

      GTS

    • @dxyz6395
      @dxyz6395 5 месяцев назад +2

      Macan S

  • @garsimmulholland4984
    @garsimmulholland4984 Год назад +13

    Wife has a macan gts….over 8 months it is getting better, love the little button on the steering wheel and the exhaust sound. It also does a drop on suspension at speed.
    Cracking car.

    • @LaSombraa
      @LaSombraa Год назад +1

      Enjoy the car payments!

    • @garsimmulholland4984
      @garsimmulholland4984 Год назад +1

      I paid cash and trade in. I expect we will lose £15k in a year.

    • @luvsallbikes279
      @luvsallbikes279 11 месяцев назад +1

      Enjoy the car !! I am looking into these ..will buy one used , just think it would be a fun little vehicle ..I have an older 911 and it really is amazing.

    • @NoTimeForMorons
      @NoTimeForMorons 7 месяцев назад +1

      @@LaSombraa Not everyone is poor like you.

    • @Khoragg
      @Khoragg 7 месяцев назад +1

      Hey mate, would you say it’s too loud for everyday city use and moving the kids around etc or muffler closed and it’s all good?

  • @DG-wo8fx
    @DG-wo8fx 11 месяцев назад +8

    I was lucky and found a used 2017 Macan GTS in perfect condition and optioned exactly the way I wanted back in 2022. I actually prefer the appearance of the front end of the 2017 GTS to the latest version.

  • @mrs2741
    @mrs2741 Год назад +5

    Great review mate. Probably the best video i have seen comparing specs on the Macan since looking into getting one, thanks

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  Год назад

      Appreciate it. Thanks! Both great cars

  • @dck8511
    @dck8511 Год назад +8

    My 24 Macan S gets here next month. Can't wait! Fully specced with chalk exterior with red interior. Came out to be close to GTS's starting price. Kinda bummed 23 Macan S was cheaper but its the same as 24 Macan S. Should've ordered last year.

  • @ogdenwernstom4085
    @ogdenwernstom4085 Год назад +9

    Traded in my 2018 S for a 2023 GTS last year. Both are great cars, and with the same engine I didn't notice a huge change in power during test drives. I wanted some performance options though, as well as air suspension and by the end of it the price difference wasn't big enough to justify the increased depreciation of a highly optioned S. I didn't actually care that much about sports exhaust at the time I bought in, but in retrospect it's probably one of my favorite things about my new car compared to my old one.

    • @KevinW-0304
      @KevinW-0304 Год назад +4

      Great write up. I took my 2018 Macan S to Florida two weeks ago (couldn't give it up) and flew back to Michigan to take delivery of my new 2024 Macan GTS. I went through the same option S vs. GTS and made the same choice. I love the GTS. Mine feels much stronger and smoother when it hits the middle of the power band. I also like the updated shift program and the noticeable down shifts on moderate breaking. Funny comments about the exhaust. I call the sports exhaust the 'magic button'. It's a totally different sound to the 2018, sounding more 'boxer' than 'V'. Enjoy your new GTS!!!

  • @shellback99
    @shellback99 2 месяца назад +3

    I traded in my Hellcat Challenger for a Macan GTS today. The cat will not be missed.

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  2 месяца назад +1

      GTS is awesome. Congrats

  • @gincarzox
    @gincarzox Год назад +10

    You can leave the transmission in Manual mode by pressing the '-M+' button on the left side of the steering wheel

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  Год назад +3

      Thanks for the info. I knew I was missing something

  • @luizcarlos6356
    @luizcarlos6356 4 месяца назад +1

    Great review, thank you so much!

  • @merlinkatz9797
    @merlinkatz9797 8 месяцев назад +1

    My 3rd Macan S…2016,2021, 2024.
    PROS: power, handling, looks, build quality,comfort, exhaust tone, tech options, Bose
    CONS: PSCB brakes seem weak, must use paddles to manually shift (console lever will not), strongly preferred the one color interior of the 2016 (compared to the required black dash,carpet,headliner now)
    Bottom line: I like it. A lot.

  • @marikyr
    @marikyr Год назад +14

    Have an S. Love it. Don't know where you can fully exploit the extra power of the GTS as the roads are so limited where i live.

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  Год назад +3

      The S is a wonderful car. One of favorites for all purpose use.

    • @aim-for-greatn3z947
      @aim-for-greatn3z947 Год назад

      How long have you owned a gas for?

    • @jayp398
      @jayp398 Год назад

      One could say that about the S as well over the Base. For 99% base is more than enough.

    • @aim-for-greatn3z947
      @aim-for-greatn3z947 Год назад

      @jayp398 for the most part.
      I'm considering a S or GTS because I own a fleet of cars and I believe my clients would like a vehicle like this.
      I currently own a SQ5 and my clients LOVE IT!!

  • @1MTEK
    @1MTEK Год назад +5

    Resale value is another thing to consider. You may be better off getting a GTS than a loaded S that only saves you a couple grand.

  • @ukaszczarnota1007
    @ukaszczarnota1007 Год назад +5

    When U add same spec like air suspension, sport exhaust, better brakes, better wheels etc price is very similar. Additional gts has lower suspension and better residual value in the future . Thats why I chose GTS 😎

  • @oxxxeee
    @oxxxeee Год назад +3

    got custom 2023 S in February with full leather and 18 way seats and air suspension. best value build IMO. unless you live in a rural area with twisties like I do all this stuff does not matter much. if yer a city driver, get a Lexus 350 or Genesis GV70

  • @SRoyal804
    @SRoyal804 Год назад +1

    Man I enjoyed this review so much you have a new subscriber! 👏🏾🔥

  • @Macca5
    @Macca5 Год назад +1

    Great video, thanks from the uk 👍🏼

  • @cincyrovers
    @cincyrovers 3 месяца назад

    I have a ‘23 S that I ordered with every performance and convenience option. So I have Sport Chrono, PASM air suspension and the PTV+ rear differential, Premium Pack +, 18-way seats and the heated windshield to name a few of the options I went for.
    The air suspension is super compliant in all modes, launch control with Sport Chrono is insane, and the PTV+ makes a huge difference. I autocross mine, and I am able to put down similar times to 981 Caymans. Super impressive for a crossover.
    When I ordered mine, I test drove the S and GTS back to back, and in terms of acceleration I couldn’t feel any difference (instrumented testing shows only a .1 second difference in 0-60 times). The handling was noticeably sharper, but not monumentally better, and it had heavier steering. The PSCBs were the biggest improvement on the GTS, IMO. Overall, I didn’t think it was worth an extra $17k for 10% better handling. I also don’t care for the satin black front bumper on the GTS.
    Either way, you can’t go wrong with either one. They’re both incredibly good performance crossovers.

  • @HiddenWen
    @HiddenWen Год назад +8

    I'll take the S. The S's front facia looks much better.

  • @greg5143
    @greg5143 Год назад +8

    It's a bit odd that you just use speed to differentiate them, but during the drive talk about a huge difference between the two when it comes to handling and steering feel. Seems like the question is, do you want a Macan that has some sportiness, but is a bit more docile or do you want a Macan that is sport-focused in all things.

  • @jrafaelacosta3687
    @jrafaelacosta3687 9 месяцев назад +1

    Great job!

  • @maximranchev4848
    @maximranchev4848 Год назад +6

    Manual shifting -> -m+ button on stearing wheel on S and GTS as well.

    • @AresOnCodm
      @AresOnCodm Год назад

      Even the base Macan got this

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  Год назад +2

      Yup realized this after I drove the gts, good catch. 👍

  • @mikemaslanka3786
    @mikemaslanka3786 Год назад +17

    Nice review. I have a ‘22 S. My salesman told me that the GTS would have a rougher ride due to the air suspension. Also at .3/second faster to 60, I’m not sure that’s very noticeable in the GTS. Spec’d out with the same options as my S the GTS would have only been $6K more expensive (my S was heavily optioned).
    I came to the conclusion that the biggest benefit for me getting the GTS was having the badge on the back and for that reason it wasn’t worth it. I’m very happy with my S.

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  Год назад

      Good choice. Thank you for watching!

    • @mikemaslanka3786
      @mikemaslanka3786 Год назад +5

      @@DriveSteady p.s. anyone wanting to order one strongly consider paying for lighter colored dials for the tach and speedo. My standard dials are too dark in my opinion. The hood over the tach casts a shadow on that dial which adds to the problem.

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  Год назад

      Oh! Interesting point

    • @ronn68
      @ronn68 Год назад +10

      Air suspension should be smoother not rougher

    • @jesusarita7515
      @jesusarita7515 Год назад +5

      The wheel size and tire size also plays a factor with comfort. 21s are going to ride different from the 20s.

  • @cesarbravo2267
    @cesarbravo2267 7 месяцев назад +1

    Hello! Great review!👊🏻
    can you tell me in your experiencie wich is more comfortable, with the original PASM suspension or if it worths to add de neumatic suspension as an extra equipment for confort rather than sporty driven?
    Thanks so much

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  7 месяцев назад

      The base suspension is comfortable enough. But if you want a little more bandwidth the air suspension is great.

  • @minimustang2197
    @minimustang2197 Год назад +4

    Good video, you did miss at 7:40 when you told the GTS hp, it is 400’s, not 300’s!

  • @aplanedividedthesky
    @aplanedividedthesky Год назад +2

    What's up with that panel gap between the driver's fender and the hood?

    • @adventsociety5382
      @adventsociety5382 11 месяцев назад

      I believe its poor QC. Even 1st gen macans had issues with panel gaps. Its due partly to the design of the Macan's hood. It is also rumored that Porsche has higher QC standards for the Cayenne and 911.

  • @johnkokinis2313
    @johnkokinis2313 Год назад +1

    Hoping to buy one of these this year. Just curious as to what was up with the paddles not working. And in the gts, can it stay in manual mode? Great review.

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  Год назад +1

      Seems like that was user error. Several comment mention there is a switch on the left side of the steering wheel. I never saw it.

    • @kiostsang
      @kiostsang 11 месяцев назад +2

      Yes, i think he should have selected manual by pressing on the M button on the steering

  • @billboyce4178
    @billboyce4178 Год назад +28

    Macan S is the better value, I think.

    • @markjoppru8015
      @markjoppru8015 Год назад +3

      Not even close. S is just as fast. Check the torque curve. S is so much more value

    • @PeterSdrolias
      @PeterSdrolias Год назад +3

      I have the S with air suspension and sport crono. Love it

    • @kiddcisco
      @kiddcisco 4 месяца назад

      Our son bought a '21 Macan S w GTS wheels w sport crono certified & very low mileage. Paid cash himself. Blew me away, 2nd time i have been in a Porsche, its a very nice vehicle i am really impressed by how quick it is, set up seriously nice. Definitely like to own one myself but not happening ​@PeterSdrolias

  • @phantpwr
    @phantpwr Год назад +5

    I have an S with air suspension and 21 inch 911 rims.

  • @phantpwr
    @phantpwr Год назад +2

    Manual mode is the M button on the left side of steering wheel.

  • @sethcohan6911
    @sethcohan6911 Год назад +8

    Great review. You may have saved me money. I’m thinking of the S with air suspension if I can find one. Need it to be a bit more luxury and the GTS might be a touch too stiff.

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  Год назад

      @NotEnoughLions wow that's a long wait

  • @w.harrison7277
    @w.harrison7277 5 месяцев назад +2

    The question I wish he had answered is: Is the GTS in comfort mode still more stiff than the S in sport plus mode?

  • @richardgray8144
    @richardgray8144 Год назад

    Mrs RG's 19 plate "S" has just been replaced with a well specced 2024 MACAN 23 GTS. What a car ir is, my daily is a 911 GTS and I find the new MACAN a real dilemma; in the past I always jumped in the 911 now the Macan is a real drive and one I love taking out. The old Macan was fabulous the new one is just superb, we opted for the non GTS air so it would default to comfort for my wife but can be lowered and hardened easily. I am not knocking the current S just feel the GTS offers "more" and looks "more", a great place to be!

  • @michaelwang9535
    @michaelwang9535 Год назад +1

    It is not a fair comparison for performance when one is on sport and the other is on sport+, on the other side, it is not fair to compare comfort level when one is on 20 in rim and the other is on 21 in rim, one with air and the other without air. I believe if both are identically equipped and ran, the actual differences are much smaller.

  • @s.h.2546
    @s.h.2546 Год назад +1

    Great video brother. Keep on doing your thing!

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  Год назад

      Appreciate you. Thanks for watching!

  • @TheHoosiers2008
    @TheHoosiers2008 10 месяцев назад +1

    Well done

  • @uroKAT
    @uroKAT Год назад +3

    well done , Sir . I love our German technology.

  • @deecoopsau
    @deecoopsau 2 месяца назад +1

    If you spec the S up like you suggested, sure , you might save a few grand on the purchase price.
    But, when time comes to sell, you’ll basically lose all of that up spec price immediately. And S will be far less desirable at trade in time over a GTS.

  • @Mario-lj7gm
    @Mario-lj7gm Год назад +6

    These cars are really only different on paper and on tbe bedge. If you did a blind test, with the same exhaust and similar options, you could not tell the difference. Maybe just the suspension like you mentioned. I just got a nicely optioned new 23 S for $73k. Good luck paying that for the gts. I’ll keep the $20-25k.

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  Год назад

      Yup!

    • @iphoneappverse7631
      @iphoneappverse7631 Год назад +1

      While that may be true in a blind test, I'd have to differ on what is nicely optioned here. $73k is not a very high MSRP for an S, and many dealer specs have about that much in options out the door. The reality is that if you do get a truly nicely optioned S, the price becomes very close to the GTS with the same options, and the GTS has made many of those upgrades standard (sports exhaust, clear tails, PSCB, etc. ).

    • @dck8511
      @dck8511 Год назад +1

      If you fully spec a Macan S, the MSRP is close to a GTS.

  • @michaelnardini4934
    @michaelnardini4934 9 месяцев назад +3

    You didn’t mention until the very end that many of those options are also available to choose for the S.

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  9 месяцев назад

      I mention it at the end

    • @pedrohaas
      @pedrohaas 6 месяцев назад

      I spec'd an S with some of the extras and put against the GTS with the same stuff and some extras which the S can't have - it is an 8% price difference. Much better resale value aswell. Doesn't make sense

  • @bigmantingz5127
    @bigmantingz5127 Год назад +2

    Would've been good to do a review of both the interior & exterior, highlighting the differences

  • @AhmadAlAjeel
    @AhmadAlAjeel Год назад +2

    I am waiting to get a GTS when PCM 6 is updated on the macans

    • @Khoragg
      @Khoragg 7 месяцев назад

      Any idea when’s that happening? They kinda made an electric one, are they even updating the ICE one further?

  • @kemalpiskin1304
    @kemalpiskin1304 Год назад

    You press M on the steering wheel now to get manual shifting because the old way caused inadvertent shifting into manual mode from the shifter.

  • @AzizBah-x8r
    @AzizBah-x8r Год назад

    Do you know if I'll still be able to clearly hear the exhaust burble notes even if I have insulated glass windows when the moonroof and windows are closed ?
    Thank you

    • @JSnow427
      @JSnow427 Год назад +1

      Just rented a 2022 Macan S 2 days ago, even with the windows closed and moon roof closed you can still hear everything very clearly. I'm debating getting one, I've never been in a Porsche before and now I want one of my own haha.

  • @babenkoff
    @babenkoff Год назад +3

    Cheap and easy ECU tuning will bring almost 500 Hp to an S. With correct options S is a beast.

    • @DriveSteady
      @DriveSteady  Год назад

      Yup!

    • @MrDahkilla
      @MrDahkilla Год назад

      Wouldn’t it void the warranty?

    • @babenkoff
      @babenkoff Год назад

      @@MrDahkilla You can revert changes back.

    • @dck8511
      @dck8511 Год назад +1

      @@MrDahkilla i heard people do it after the warranty runs out. might as well have some fun with it. Well-specced S with tuning is the same as GTS.

  • @GasBrakeSim
    @GasBrakeSim Год назад

    Why weren’t the paddles working on the GTS?

  • @leanidis300
    @leanidis300 4 месяца назад

    i have a 2020 S model and have been thinking of the GTS but, at this stage in life, it's not too serious a thought....

  • @latuya8388
    @latuya8388 Год назад

    What year are these models?

  • @robertgedzelman380
    @robertgedzelman380 Месяц назад

    Car and Driver, 0-60 mph: GTS: 3.5; S: 3.8 seconds. GTS: 434 hp/405 Ft-lbs torque: S: 375 hp/383 ft-lbs torque. Porsche statistics (both with sport chrono package): GTS 4.1 secs, S: 4.3 seconds. So, a difference of anywhere between 0.2 to 0.3 seconds. Do you think that the 59 hp (22 foot-pound torque) increase in the GTS only offers such a small difference in acceleration? Also: GTS 1/4 mile in 12.5 seconds vs S at 13 seconds. I don't think Porsche is correctly stating the horsepower in the S. 59 hp difference means the GTS is only 15.7% more powerful than the S. The GTS also only has 5.7% more torque than the S. That should offer a greater degree of difference than just 0.2 to 0.3 seconds. Such a small difference cannot be detected by any driver....try to clap your hands 5 times in one second (that's 0.2 seconds' difference between claps).
    How could Porsche take the same engine and demand $14,000 more for it UNLESS it appears the power difference is significant! IF, and I'm not sure...IF the S has perhaps 400 or 405 or 415 hp, than how could Porsche charge $14,000 more for a 20, 25 or 30 hp difference (and 22 foot-pound difference)? So, I think Porsche is playing a numbers game AND deliberately down-rated the S model.
    My sales rep said to me AFTER I took delivery: "you really did get the right model AND you equipped it really well". He suggested my S is the better deal vs. the GTS.
    Suggestion: IF you can afford the air suspension AND the sport chromo package, get them...plus the 18-way seats (unless you weigh more than 270 pounds). The air suspension TOTALLY changes the car's handling characteristics. I did NOT order the torque vectoring...I don't plan on beating my car to death by jack rabbit starting it 'round corners, etc.
    I also ordered the top-line beige interior (dash, door panels, etc all in leather - very nice)...and I love it! It's bright inside whereas, black on black on black is dark inside. Carbon fiber this/that? What does THAT get you except how to spend another $1200 on stuff. If you order the dark blue, then consider the light gray interior...(or the beige)...really nice also.
    I've driven other SUVs and they stand NO CHANCE when compared to the Macan. There is NO SUV or crossover anywhere near the Macan. (Well, the BMW X-4M is a beast, BUT its ride is harsh and in the Macan, with air suspension, you can mellow out the ride and yet it's still very sporty and nimble.)

  • @tamartopuria6907
    @tamartopuria6907 Год назад +1

    Thank you

  • @michaeldee8653
    @michaeldee8653 8 месяцев назад

    I have S but l am having transmission issues. Is there anyone who has transmission issues on his S version.

  • @kemalpiskin1304
    @kemalpiskin1304 Год назад +2

    The GTS is essentially what the now cancelled Turbo used to be and the S has moved up into the GTS spot….going by previous specs before the Turbo was cancelled.

  • @dannys.6148
    @dannys.6148 Год назад

    Nice video!

  • @LeidySusan
    @LeidySusan Год назад

    Which is better GTS or Turbo????

  • @kingstrike
    @kingstrike 5 месяцев назад +1

    The sweet spot is the S.
    The difference in performance is barely marginal and cosmetic.

    • @LL-iq2pb
      @LL-iq2pb 4 месяца назад +1

      A lot of marketing with the GTS.

  • @anthonycoleman8399
    @anthonycoleman8399 9 месяцев назад

    I’m surprised they dropped the turbo 🥹

  • @ObiWineKenobi
    @ObiWineKenobi Год назад +1

    What year are these models? 😂

  • @D.N.A.23
    @D.N.A.23 Год назад +1

    GTS the best 😊

  • @AmanSS890
    @AmanSS890 6 месяцев назад

    The Porsche suv is meant to feel luxurious that is it , and it is not a sports car . You want a sports car feel buy a 911 there are many 911 model sports cars to choose from ,The small macan is a daily daily driver to and from work and to pick up kids from school and to do the shopping this is the argument I made with my friend the other day . Not that the Porsche macan is a bad suv it’s still great. For the price point it’s affordable . I have a family member that has the Porsche cayman gt4 RS $149,000 he is an eye surgeon you need to have a really high paying h job to buy one . Even the older used 911 selling for so much money

    • @RowdyGrunt
      @RowdyGrunt 5 месяцев назад +2

      Eh.... I'm a former Porsche corporate employee, and what you're saying is not true. Porsche employees can get most any car they like at an extremely generous discount. And the car they choose most often is the Macan s or gts. It's got everything a spirited driver wants; you're comparison would be fitting if you had the ability to drive either vehicle at its limits. But You do not own a Porsche, as clearly stated by you.I own Macan S, and a 997.1. Love em both, the Macan is easier to enjoy more often.

  • @Warrior11117
    @Warrior11117 Год назад +1

    I owned a 2022 Macan gts before switching to a 2022 GTS. That turned out to be the most regrettable decision I've ever made.

  • @SubbuJois
    @SubbuJois Год назад +1

    GTS

  • @turbokid99
    @turbokid99 Год назад

    the GTS has about 440HP now 385......

  • @mach51
    @mach51 3 месяца назад

    wheels are a highly used option on Porsche so wheels are not your telltale

  • @lin350gg
    @lin350gg Год назад

    you can use the shifter smh you don't need the paddles smh

  • @badbush2414
    @badbush2414 6 месяцев назад

    Why take s if there is gts? Gts only. !

  • @gav25x
    @gav25x Год назад

    The car with more power and torque is quicker? Shock horror 😂

  • @basildavidson4597
    @basildavidson4597 6 месяцев назад +1

    👍🏻

  • @adventsociety5382
    @adventsociety5382 11 месяцев назад

    The S sounds like a 4 cyl.

  • @tzeyah
    @tzeyah Год назад +3

    Just go get the macan s. End of the day is just a macan. If you want to throw an extra 20, 30k on a car, get the cayenne not the macan gts.

    • @dck8511
      @dck8511 Год назад +5

      Some people dont want a Cayenne cuz its big. Macan's driving experience is better. Just go get cayman or boxter or 911 if you want a performance car

    • @cosmiclion6765
      @cosmiclion6765 9 месяцев назад +1

      Also, you’re spending a lot more than just 20k more for the Cayenne once you get into the options.

  • @andresmattos7541
    @andresmattos7541 Год назад +3

    Overpriced AF

    • @lesgrossman9492
      @lesgrossman9492 Год назад +9

      Best in class resale value. It’s not only about what you pay, it’s about how much you sell it for too. Most Macans are cheaper to own than the comparable M bmw’s or AMG merc’s.

    • @LaneBatman-c2v
      @LaneBatman-c2v 6 месяцев назад +1

      Hmm, you can pick up one 5-7 yrs old used with 70k miles for 25-30k

  • @sjp417stevepaterson5
    @sjp417stevepaterson5 Год назад

    Poor inaccurate comparison video

  • @djstonewood8653
    @djstonewood8653 Год назад

    Your English is good. What is your first language ?

  • @sinisajakus3602
    @sinisajakus3602 Год назад

    reklama

  • @realkingtv7885
    @realkingtv7885 Год назад

    You are Pathan

  • @johnmorrison27
    @johnmorrison27 Год назад +4

    GTS