2024 Porsche Macan Review For The New Zealand Buyer

The Porsche Macan continues to impress in the New Zealand market offering a blend of practicality and an exhilarating driving experience. With a range of variants to cater to the diverse needs of its wide clientele, the Macan’s evolutionary trajectory is capturing the hearts of many car enthusiasts thanks to its athletic exterior profile to its posh and elegant interior making it to stand out as others disappear into the masses. As much as it boasts the perks of an excellent car, it competes with the Audi Q5, BMW X3, Mercedes Benz GLC, Jaguar F-Pace, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, and Genesis GV70.

Engine Options

The 2024 Porsche Macan comes with two engine options.

  1. 2.0 L Turbocharged
  2. 2.9 L Twin-Turbo V6

Transmission Options

The 2024 Porsche Macan engine is linked to a 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) dual-clutch transmission.

2024 Porsche Macan Grades

  •  Porsche Macan
  • Porsche Macan T
  • Porsche Macan S
  • Porsche Macan GTS

For a detailed review of these grades and the best pick while buying this car, kindly refer to the 2024 Porsche Macan Buyer’s Guide.

2024 Porsche Macan Interior

The 2024 Porsche Macan boasts a masterclass interior displaying a harmonious blend of luxury, comfort, and advanced technology. Once you step into the cabin, you are enveloped in a tranquil atmosphere that is mind-boggling. Leather upholstery and soft touches dominate the cabin. Every bit is ergonomically arranged with ease of reach. The first row boasts plenty of legroom and headroom. The seats can further be adjusted to meet a desired posture. The second row shares similar attributes providing ample headroom and knee room.

The 2024 Porsche Macan is the epitome of comfort and convenience. Right from its keyless entry and start, to a tri-zone climate that maintains room temperature to match the feel and like of the passengers, the Macan sets the bar a notch higher. Besides the large windows, natural light protrudes into the cabin courtesy of a panoramic sunroof. The Macan encompasses numerous storage compartments used to either store or hold the gears of the occupants for ease of access. The first row has a center console, two cupholders, a glove box, and door panel storage. The second row is fitted with jacket pockets, two cupholders, and door pockets.

The 2024 Porsche Macan comes standard with a user-friendly interface that supports Apple Car Play and Android Auto for seamless integration between the passenger’s devices and the vehicle. Other features include an AM/FM Radio, a wireless charger, Bluetooth connectivity, multiple USB ports, and a 12-volt power outlet.

2024 Porsche Macan Exterior

The 2024 Porsche Macan represents an art of evolution while retaining the DNA elements of its predecessors. A heritage Porsche has maintained across its line-up. The seamless blend of practicality, modern aesthetics, and sportiness in the Macan equals elegance. Up front sits an aggressive grille flanked by fog lights and large air intakes. The LED headlights come standard with the Porsche Dynamic Light system providing better illumination especially when driving at night or in dust-prone areas. The quad LED daytime running lights are arranged in a four-point configuration.

Dynamism on the side profile is enhanced courtesy of the nicely crafted contours. The door handles are body-colored and the mirror caps are furnished with some gloss black embellishments injecting more allure to the Macan. Its athletic profile is enhanced courtesy of its lower stance and wide track. The sloping roofline lends it a coupe-like appearance that makes it stand-out in the masses. The alloy wheels which vary in size perfectly complement the pronounced wheel arches.

The rear encompasses a continuous LED light strip that connects the taillights on either side. The tailgate is electronically actuated creating convenience especially when your hands are full and you want to access the boot. The exhaust outlets are neatly integrated into the rear bumper maintaining the stylish and elegant design cues.

2024 Porsche Macan Carrying Capacity/Cargo Capacity

The 2024 Porsche Macan offers 488 liters of boot space when all the seats are in place and 1,503 liters of space when the rear seats have been retracted.

2024 Porsche Macan Fuel Consumption

  • 2.0 L Turbocharged fuel consumption- 10.5 km/l
  • 2.9 Twin-Turbo V6 fuel consumption- 9.7 km/l

2024 Porsche Macan Fuel Tank Capacity

The 2024 Porsche Macan has a fuel tank capacity of 75 liters.

2024 Porsche Macan Ground Clearance

The 2024 Porsche Macan has a ground clearance of 7.4 inches.

2024 Porsche Macan Performance

The 2024 Porsche Macan is available in two engine options, a 2.0 L Turbocharged engine producing 261HP and 400NM of torque. It provides a perfect balance between performance and fuel economy. Urban dwellers will find it ideal as a daily driver. The 2.9 L Twin-Turbo V6 will appeal to people who value performance. It churns out 375 horsepower and 520NM of torque, figures which make it to deliver an exihilarating driving experience.

The 2024 Porsche Macan boasts a pleasant and sturdy ride. Its top-notch agility can be credited to the weight distribution crafted by the manufacturers allowing it to tackle corners at a fast speed with minimal or even zero body rolls. The air suspension allows its ride height to be adjusted especially when driving on uneven surfaces while simultaneously absorbing road imperfections ensuring the occupants enjoy a serene ride free from jarring movements. The engine works in tandem with the transmission system delivering a smooth start and decent acceleration.

Safety is paramount in the 2024 Porsche Macan. It comes standard with a plethora of safety features and driver-assist systems that aid the driver in navigating in confined spaces. These features include a blind spot monitor, a lane departure warning, a surround-view camera, an autonomous emergency brake system, and a rear-cross traffic alert.

2024 Porsche Macan Reliability

Porsche is globally renowned for crafting exceptionally reliable, durable, and high-performance cars that have withstood the test of time. The 2024 Macan is a beneficiary of such engineering prowess. The 2.0 L Turbocharged and 2.9 L Twin-Turbo V6 engines have been used by its predecessors thus it is anticipated not to incur any reliability issues owing to the numerous tweaks and improvements they have undergone. Regular service and maintenance are required to keep this car in optimal condition.

2024 Porsche Macan Maintenance Schedule

At 5,000 km the 2024 Porsche Macan requires a change of the air filter, engine oil, and oil filter. At 10,000 km, this vehicle requires an air cleaner, oil filter, fuel filter, ATF filter, cabin filters, plugs, front brake pads, rear brake pads, ATF oil, brake fluid flushes, coolant flushes, and engine oil.

For a comprehensive maintenance schedule, click here to download the 2024 Porsche Macan Owner’s Manual.

2024 Porsche Macan Competitors

  • Audi Q5
  • BMW X3
  • Jaguar F-Pace
  • Mercedes Benz GLC
  • Alfa Romeo Stelvio
  • Genesis GV70