The SUV-baby Macan from Porsche is the answer for those who want a premium car, an SUV and a performance car in a single vehicle, which they can park easily in cities or tighter parking lots.
The 2014 Macan combines the typical handling characteristics of a Porsche: maximum acceleration and braking values, vast engine power, extreme agility and optimum steering precision. Porsche has invested 500 million euro in the plant and has established an entire production line for the model in Leipzig.

The Macan S is equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 biturbo engine delivering 340 hp and also features an active all-wheel-drive system with an electronically controlled, map-controlled multi-plate clutch. This AWD system is fitted on all Macan models. A seven-speed double-clutch transmission transfers power as required and almost without any interruption in tractive force, enabling the vehicle to accelerate from 0 to 100 kph (0-62 mph) in 5.4 seconds (or 5.2 seconds with the optional Sport Chrono package fitted).

The vehicle reaches a top speed of 254 kph (158 mph). The diesel version offers a 3.0-liter V6 with 258 hp but plenty of performance: 0-100 kph (0-62 mph) in 6.3 seconds (or 6.1 seconds with the Sport Chrono package). Maximum speed for the diesel version is 230 kph (143 mph).

The interior has room for five, but mostly for four people. The infotainment system can be connected only with Apple CarPlay, but not with Android Auto.