Pros A pair of gutsy engines, high-end interior design, surprisingly athletic chassis.
Cons Snug rear seats, a few questionable ergonomic choices, paltry towing capacity.
Pros Powerful and response V6 engine Interior materials rival those in top-tier competitors Costs thousands less than other luxury SUVs Lots of cargo room
Cons Infotainment system can be difficult to use Firm front seats Small door openings and tight rear seat Models with large wheels produce a noticeably bumpy ride
Pros Well equipped Keenly priced Lots of safety technology
Cons Larger wheels ruin the ride Some rivals are roomier in the back Noisy diesel engine
For 2021 Wireless Apple CarPlay is now standard.
Pros Quick acceleration regardless of engine choice Most athletic and engaging SUV in the class Surprisingly comfortable and composed ride Easy to customize thanks to a long list of options
Cons Less rear legroom and cargo capacity than many competitors Options and packages boost the price quickly Four-cylinder engine is much thirstier than those in rivals
For 2021, the only notable update to the Macan Turbo is the addition of Apple CarPlay, which was previously absent. Otherwise, everything carries over unchanged except for the base price, which rises by $1000.
Pros Thrilling twin-turbo V-6 powertrain, clairvoyant handling characteristics, unrivaled personalization options.
Cons Some rivals are quicker and more powerful, stingy back-seat space, can easily cost six figures.
The 2021 Porsche Macan is unranked in Luxury Compact SUVs due to missing safety data. Currently, the Porsche Macan's overall score is not available, though its Critics' Rating, Performance score, and Interior score are based on our evaluation of 42 pieces of research and data.
Pros Exceptional handling and ride Muscular engine lineup Quality cabin materials Intuitive touch screen
Cons High base price for the class Snug rear seats and undersized cargo area
