{"id":1379,"date":"2025-05-13T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-13T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.undergroundz.org\/?p=1379"},"modified":"2025-06-13T09:39:19","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T09:39:19","slug":"give-the-electric-porsche-macan-a-chance-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.undergroundz.org\/index.php\/2025\/05\/13\/give-the-electric-porsche-macan-a-chance-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Give the Electric Porsche Macan a Chance: Review"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Quick Specs<\/td>\n2025 Porsche Macan Electric<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Output<\/td>\n355 Horsepower \/ 415 Pound-Feet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Range<\/td>\n315 Miles<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0-60 MPH<\/td>\n5.4 Seconds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Base Price \/ As-Tested<\/td>\n$77,295 \/ $86,865<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Pros: Wonderful Handling, Excellent Efficiency, Simple & Easy-To-Use Tech<\/em>
Cons: Expensive, Some Cheaper Interior Materials<\/em><\/h3>\n

Porsche Macan: All-Electric, No Going Back<\/h2>\n

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\nPhoto by: Chris Perkins \/ Motor1<\/p>\n

The entry-level Porsche Macan<\/a> combines excellent driving dynamics with great quality (and the badge on the hood), which makes it hugely appealing to buyers. With a few exceptions where it was outsold by the larger Cayenne, the Macan is the most popular Porsche on the market.<\/p>\n

So, it\u2019s a big deal that the second-generation Macan is all-electric. Porsche<\/a> decided to drop internal-combustion in hopes EV adoption would boom.<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, negative sentiment toward EVs may cast a shadow over the Macan Electric. It\u2019s a damn shame, because this is an excellent car\u2014not just a great EV.<\/p>\n

Powertrain: A Big Battery & Motor (Or Two)<\/h2>\n

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\nPhoto by: Chris Perkins \/ Motor1<\/p>\n

Most Macan models get two electric motors for all-wheel drive, but this base model has a single motor driving the rear wheels. It makes 355 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque when using launch control, and 335 horsepower in regular driving. That slots it in nicely between the 260-hp base gas Macan and the 375-hp gas Macan S. Other Macan Electric models make more power, with the top-trim Turbo serving up 630 hp.<\/p>\n

Frankly, I\u2019m not sure you need more. Going for all-wheel drive gets you a bit more power, and of course, more all-weather traction, but the rear-drive model is plenty quick enough. It has enough power from a stop, and the power doesn\u2019t taper off much until you\u2019re well beyond highway speeds. Porsche\u2019s quoted 5.4-second 0-60 mph time might not sound like much these days, but this is a fast car.<\/p>\n

All Macan Electric variants get a 95.0-kilowatt-hour net (100.0-kWh gross) battery, which provides an EPA range of 315 miles in this base model. Also of note, Porsche opted not to use the Taycan\u2019s two-speed transmission at the rear.<\/p>\n

Technology & Infotainment: Simple, Well-Executed<\/h2>\n

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\nPhoto by: Chris Perkins \/ Motor1<\/p>\n

Every Macan Electric has a 12.6-inch curved display for the gauge cluster and a 10.9-inch central touchscreen display, running a slightly different, Macan-specific version of Porsche\u2019s software. You can also get a second infotainment display for the passenger, but why would you?<\/p>\n

Porsche has done a lot to refine the infotainment system over the years, and in the Macan, it\u2019s wonderfully intuitive. There\u2019s no learning curve, and also of note is the excellent charging planner built into the navigation system. The digital gauge cluster also looks great, and once you learn how to change the display, it\u2019s very easy to use.<\/p>\n

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\nPhoto by: Chris Perkins \/ Motor1<\/p>\n

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\nPhoto by: Chris Perkins \/ Motor1<\/p>\n

It\u2019s worth noting that while so many automakers\u2014especially Porsche\u2019s German rivals\u2014embrace haptic touchpads and integrate more vehicle functions into the screen, Porsche still has a lot of high-quality physical controls. There\u2019s a touchpad for some climate-control functions, but even that works well.<\/p>\n

Where so many of today\u2019s cars feel frustrating to live with, the user experience of the Macan Electric is excellent. Within about a day, you\u2019ll know how to do basically everything without taking your eyes off the road, and the experience of using the car is very satisfying<\/p>\n

Design: Distinctly Porsche, Just Less Exciting<\/h2>\n

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\nPhoto by: Chris Perkins \/ Motor1<\/p>\n

With prominent bulging fenders, a 911-inspired windowline, and a low, sloping hood, the Macan couldn\u2019t be anything but a Porsche. However, I still prefer the looks of the old Macan. This one is nicely proportioned, yet somehow less exciting, less punchy.<\/p>\n

As you\u2019d expect with Porsche, the color options can make or break the car. This Gentian Blue Metallic is one of the better choices. There\u2019s also a huge selection of wheels, ranging from 20- to 22-inches. This one has the small base wheels, and while they\u2019re not my favorite to look at, I\u2019ll always go for small wheels for ride quality\u2019s sake.<\/p>\n

The interior design looks familiar, with a fairly short dash\u2014here topped by the clock of the optional Sport Chrono package\u2014a rising center console, and well-integrated screens. Perhaps it\u2019s a bit austere compared to what we\u2019re seeing out of other luxury cars these days, but it\u2019s also typical Porsche.<\/p>\n

Driving Impressions: Simply Excellent<\/h2>\n

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\nPhoto by: Chris Perkins \/ Motor1<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a wonderful simplicity to the driving experience here, with that torquey motor driving the rear wheels. And in typical Porsche fashion, all of the inputs\u2014pedals, steering\u2014are calibrated to perfection. Porsche only offers limited lift-throttle regenerative braking, instead mainly blending regen and friction braking with the brake pedal.<\/p>\n

All US-bound Macan Electrics get air springs and adaptive dampers, and the ride and handling are great. The car is stiff structurally, and you have big wheels and tires, so you feel big impacts through the body, but generally, it\u2019s a very comfortable car. Yet put it in Sport or Sport Plus on a good road, and the body control is remarkable. It doesn\u2019t feel like it\u2019s doing any histrionics, bending the road to submission\u2014it just does everything in a relaxed, nonchalant manner.<\/p>\n

This tester had rear-wheel steering, and while I appreciated the reduced turning circle, the tuning is a little strange. The rear-steer system in previous Porsches was subtle: You didn\u2019t know it was there unless you really thought about it. But with the Macan, it\u2019s more prominent and strange. Turn sharply, the front bites, then after a beat, the rear digs in and the car starts turning more than you want, rotating about its central axis. In time, you learn to dial back steering inputs, especially at higher speeds.<\/p>\n

But that\u2019s my only real knock against the way this car drives. Like the Taycan, the Macan is excellent at getting from Point A to B very quickly.<\/p>\n

Efficiency: A Lot From a Little<\/h2>\n

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\nPhoto by: Chris Perkins \/ Motor1<\/p>\n

Driving around town, a highway trip, and a fun drive with friends over the weekend, I averaged around 3.78 miles\/kWh over around 250 miles. That\u2019s excellent. At that rate, I would\u2019ve gotten about 360 miles on a full battery charge. Compare that to the EPA range of 315 miles for the car.<\/p>\n

Admittedly, I did a lot of city driving, which suits this EV well. I also used Porsche\u2019s Eco Plus climate-control mode, which boosted efficiency significantly. Still, my colleague was driving a base Chevrolet Equinox EV and getting about the same efficiency features. For a faster, more luxurious EV, the fact that the Macan achieved similar efficiency is remarkable.<\/p>\n

I also didn\u2019t get to do much DC fast charging with the Macan, but Porsche claims it actually charges quicker than the Taycan at a rate of 270 kilowatts, which is one of the quickest-charging cars for sale in America, so expect good things here.<\/p>\n

Pricing + Verdict: Expensive But Worth It<\/h2>\n

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\nPhoto by: Chris Perkins \/ Motor1<\/p>\n

Yep, it\u2019s expensive. It\u2019s a Porsche. With a base price of $77,295 compared to the old gas Macan\u2019s $65,350, going electric has incurred a big penalty. Porsche is quick (and not wrong) to point out that you get more performance and standard equipment with the EV, but in absolute terms, it\u2019s a big price increase for the entry-level Porsche.<\/p>\n

Then, there are the options, which add up quickly. This one was modestly optioned with a $86,865 sticker. Hell, if you want a color that isn\u2019t white, black, or gray, it\u2019s $1,240.<\/p>\n

But while some Porsches struggle to justify their high prices, I think the Macan Electric is worth it if you want the best. The only other EV crossover that offers a similar mix of excellent dynamics and efficiency is a Lucid Gravity, though, that\u2019s a much larger car, and the startup\u2019s build quality and interior UX is nothing compared to Porsche\u2019s.<\/p>\n

The gas-powered BMW X3 M50 I drove a few weeks earlier was $72,225, and this car easily drives and feels $15,000 more. And that BMW is a car I liked! Put another way, if you\u2019re after a compact crossover, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a nicer one on sale than this. You\u2019ll just have to pay for it.<\/p>\n

Competitors<\/h3>\n

Audi Q6 E-Tron<\/a>
\nBMW iX<\/a>
\nCadillac Lyriq<\/a>
\nGenesis GV70 Electrified<\/a>
\nTesla Model Y<\/a><\/p>\n

The 2024 Cadillac Lyriq Is Worth the Hassle<\/a>
2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 Review: Battery-Powered Beauty<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
2025 Porsche Macan Electric<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Motor<\/td>\nSingle Permanent-Magnet Synchronous<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery<\/td>\n100.0 Kilowatt-Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Output<\/td>\n355 Horsepower \/ 415 Pound-Feet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Drive Type<\/td>\nRear-Wheel Drive<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Speed 0-60 MPH<\/td>\n5.4 Seconds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Maximum speed<\/td>\n137 Miles Per Hour<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Weight<\/td>\n5,247 Pounds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
EV Range<\/td>\n315 Miles <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Charge Time<\/td>\n10-80% In 21 Minutes <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Charge Type<\/td>\n270-Kilowatt DC Fast Charging<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Seating Capacity<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cargo Volume<\/td>\n3.0 \/ 19.1 \/ 47.6 Cubic Feet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Base Price<\/td>\n$77,295<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
As-Tested Price<\/td>\n$86,865<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
On Sale<\/td>\nNow<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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