{"id":1689,"date":"2021-01-04T20:16:57","date_gmt":"2021-01-04T20:16:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automarketwatch.com\/?p=1689"},"modified":"2022-06-20T16:15:48","modified_gmt":"2022-06-20T16:15:48","slug":"2021-porsche-macan-versatility-in-a-sporty-build","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automarketwatch.com\/index.php\/2021\/01\/04\/2021-porsche-macan-versatility-in-a-sporty-build\/","title":{"rendered":"2021 Porsche Macan: Versatility in a Sporty Build"},"content":{"rendered":"

You might not think of Porsche when you\u2019re looking for an SUV, but the Porsche Macan is a compact crossover SUV that will catch your eye. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

This vehicle offers you the sportiness that comes from the 911 model and marries it to the versatility of a compact crossover that you\u2019re sure to enjoy. You\u2019ll admire the rear-biased AWD system and the power churning from the engine to give you the power desired at the wheels.<\/p>\n

Fun from the Start<\/h2>\n

As soon as you start the engine, you\u2019re going to feel the aggressive nature of the Porsche Macan. This vehicle is ready to rocket off the line and give you the performance you desire. If you want to reach highway speeds in a hurry, the Macan Turbo can do it in 4.3 seconds while offering you the road-gripping drive that makes you want to push this SUV hard.<\/p>\n

Only One New Item in the 2021 Porsche Macan<\/h2>\n

The lineup of the Porsche Macan now features Apple CarPlay as part of the list of standard items. That is the only true upgrade for this SUV. The next version that will arrive will be offered as a full-electric model. Considering the success of Porsche with electric technology, the next version will be amazing and a perfect successor to what we currently have in this SUV.<\/p>\n

Porsche Makes the Drive Better<\/h2>\n

The GTS and Turbo models of the Porsche Macan give you the benefits of an Adaptive Air Suspension. This system lowers the SUV by 10mm to give you a sportier drive on the road. While working with the Porsche Active Suspension Management System you\u2019ll have the drive that\u2019s right for every road condition. Toss in a set of Porsche Surface-Coated Brakes and you\u2019ve got control and a ride that you\u2019re sure to love.<\/p>\n

Looking Inside the Porsche Macan<\/h2>\n

While the dimensions of the cabin in the Macan are cozy, this SUV does have enough room for taller drivers to be perfectly comfortable in the cabin. You\u2019ll see a 10.9-inch touchscreen up front and enjoy a set of seats that are comfortable and supportive at the same time. The rear of the Macan offers you 17.7 cubic feet of cargo space which increased to 53 cubic feet when the seats are folded.<\/p>\n

The Porsche Macan Style Carries On<\/h2>\n

No exterior upgrades were made to the Macan for the 2021 model year. That doesn\u2019t mean Porsche left anything out, this SUV was already one of the most attractive on the road and it continues to be so. This SUV gives you LED lighting everywhere you look and rides on a set of wheels that can range from 18to 21-inches in size.<\/p>\n

What Comes Standard in this Porsche?<\/h2>\n

The base version of the Porsche Macan offers you AWD, 18-inch wheels, a power tailgate, LED headlights, power<\/a><\/strong> front seats, four USB-C ports, tri-zone climate controls, lane-departure warning, cruise control, a navigation system, and the 10.9-inch touchscreen. Move to the S model and you\u2019ll find an Off-Road mode that\u2019s added along with 19-inch wheels and a set of shift paddles. The GTS and Turbo models ride on 20-inch wheels and have larger brakes.<\/p>\n

So Many Options for the Porsche Macan<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ll find an abundance of great items to add to the Macan that you want to drive. The most expensive package you can add is the Premium Package Plus which gives you a panoramic roof, heated and ventilated front seats, a surround-view camera, blind-spot monitoring, auto-dimming mirrors, a Bose surround-sound audio system, and active LED headlights. Find the right options package for your drive and enjoy<\/a><\/strong> the Macan that\u2019s made the way you want it.<\/p>\n

Powering the Drive You Want to Enjoy<\/h2>\n

There are three engines offered for the Porsche Macan which all make use of a seven-speed PDK automatic transmission. The base models have a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that makes 248 horsepower and 273 lb.-ft. of torque. The S models employ a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine churning out 348 horsepower and 354 lb.-ft. of torque. Move to the GTS and Turbo models and you\u2019ll find a 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine. The GTS versions enjoy 375 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. of torque while the Turbo trims are tuned to 434 horsepower and 405 lb.-ft. of torque.<\/p>\n

Find Your Fun in the Porsche Macan<\/h2>\n

The Macan is an SUV, which gives it an air of practicality, but it\u2019s also a Porsche, and that makes it a fun and active vehicle for you to drive. Find the right version of this vehicle at your local Porsche dealer and enjoy the fun today.<\/p>\n