Used 2018 Porsche Macan S SUV Review
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2018 Porsche Macan S SUV.
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50,000 Miles
Gus, Collierville, TN, 12/22/2018
2018 Porsche Macan S 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7AM)
After over 50,000 miles with no issues other than 10,000 miles services this is the best vehicle we have owned. Prior vehicles include Audi A7, Cayenne, Q5, Boxster S, MB SL 550. Yes, service costs can be high but most ordinary maintenance is in YouTube. I did the complete 40,000 mile service in the garage at a cost of about $500 vs dealer cost of $1,600. This is an excellent highway … car which can cruise all day at 80+ MPH. In the city it leaves most in the rear view mirror. In summary, the car is a daily driver which delivers great fun like no other SUV. One caution...options can be very expensive, so beware!
Great car. Worth the price
Sligolad, Boca Raton, FL, 03/30/2019
2018 Porsche Macan S 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7AM)
I’ve owned a Macan S for just over a year. Absolutely love it. I wanted a practical performance vehicle and have lusted over Porches for years. I haven’t been disappointed. Acceleration is fabulous but with a hint of turbo lag. Once the twin turbos spin up, look out. You can accelerate fom 70 to 110 in a few heartbeats. Handling is as I hoped it would be. All in all a great car. If you … are concerned about fuel efficiency, buy a Honda.
Update 4/1/2020.
Absolutely no issues with the car.
You get what you pay for
Dave, Rochester, NY, 05/01/2018
2018 Porsche Macan S 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7AM)
OK, other SUVs get slightly better gas mileage and a bit more cargo space. But, no SUV can touch the Macan S in drivability. It's very fast. Never any lean or lag. Great smooth ride, not bouncy. The steering is just right in effort and road hold and feedback. Braking is strong. Love the dry sump oil pumps that make the car quieter and accelerate better. Two turbos for extra torque and … agility. I tested all the luxury SUVs and the Macan S immediately stood out. I was blown away when I drove it.
Just crossed 40k miles
mark, Carmel, CA, 08/18/2018
2018 Porsche Macan S 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7AM)
Purchased this vehicle 10/15 and have primarily used it for Hwy driving and touring with a couple of golden retrievers. The Macan is a sports car with a hatch, its not really a family car but can easily handle a girlfriend (if she's low maintenance) and a couple of 70lb pups. The interior is top notch, the base hi-fi is just fine, bluetooth and music (IPOD) connectivity are flawless. … Seats (Porsche can rip you off here) need to be the middle package (Premium package) and stick with 19 tires... the 20's may look cool but wear faster and frankly just add to the cost IMO. I chose the sunroof and rails too... The ride: The car handles like a well behaved sports car (I also have a 997 C2S and 996 GT3) and can get you in trouble when going from 70 to 100 in a flash... its effortless. I also have an X5 and two X3's in the stable (kids and dog/beach mobile)... they're great trucks... the Macan ain't that. I'll buy again when this hits 150k and I give it to my daughter...
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2018 Porsche Macan S SUV
What’s new
- The Porsche Macan returns unchanged for 2018
- Part of the first Macan generation introduced for 2015
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Quick acceleration regardless of engine choice
- Pro:Most athletic and engaging to drive SUV in its segment
- Pro:Surprisingly comfortable and composed ride
- Pro:Long list of options means you can customize every last detail
- Con:Less rear-seat and cargo space than segment competitors
- Con:Must pay for numerous stand-alone options to get full-featured cabin
Which Macan does Edmunds recommend?
We like the balance of price and performance you get in the Macan S. It has more capability than you'll likely ever need, yet it is still tame enough for daily driving. As for options, the Premium Package Plus is a good place to start since it adds a nice grouping of desirable equipment without getting too fancy with the customization possibilities.
Full Edmunds Review: 2018 Porsche Macan SUV
Driving
8.5The Porsche Macan Turbo is undisputedly the quickest compact SUV on the market and among the best-handling. Despite this, it is also one of the most civilized SUVs to drive. Lesser-known fact: Even with all this on-road performance, the Macan has impressive off-road and towing capabilities.
Comfort
9.0The Macan Turbo is more highly equipped than the S model, coming with premium seats and self-adjusting multimode suspension. For a compact SUV, comfort doesn't get much better than this.
Interior
8.0Outstanding ergonomics and a low stance make the Macan feel like a perfectly tailored suit. It feels "right-sized" when you drive it. Downsides: Outward visibility is hampered a bit by thick roof pillars, and the cargo capacity is small, even for a compact SUV.
Utility
5.5It's clear what compromises Porsche had to make to build the Macan and make sure that it stayed sporty. It doesn't carry as much cargo, nor is it as spacious on the inside, as just about all of its competitors. But there are other SUVs that satisfy that criteria.
Technology
The Macan features Porsche's latest tech interface, but it isn't the most user-friendly on the market. Porsche has its own Android/iOS compatible app to help monitor and control some of the Macan's systems such as navigation and security, though accessing it requires a monthly fee.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2018 Porsche Macan in Ohio is:
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