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Forbes
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Forbes
Test-Driving The Impressively Efficient 2025 Porsche Macan Electric
The entry-level Porsche Macan is a surprisingly efficient electric SUV At last, an electric car that goes as far as it says it will. That's the Porsche Macan in a nutshell. Crucially though, this is the base, entry-level, bottom-of-the-food-chain Porsche Macan. It's the cheapest one. Not the Turbo or the 4S or even the 4. It's simply the Macan Electric. It isn't hugely powerful or particularly quick, but it goes well enough when you put your foot down and, most importantly of all, it goes a very long way. More than that, it reliably goes a long way. Its range indicator is truthful, and it always covers more than three miles per kWh; sometimes even four. To contextualize that one, I borrowed a Genesis GV60 for six months last year and, as lovely as it was, I very rarely saw more than 3.0 miles per kWh. After a week and 500 miles with the Macan, many of them at 70 mph on the motorway, typically where EVs struggle to drive efficiently, it never once fell below 3.0. Most of the time, even after three hours of highway driving, it was returning around 3.5 m/kWh. Multiply that by the capacity of the 95 kWh battery, and you get an approximate real-world range of 332 miles. Porsche estimates 315 miles of range in the US using the EPA test cycle, while here in the UK it states between 333 and 398 miles. Unlike pricier models, the base Porsche Macan has a single motor and is rear-wheel-drive. When you finally have to visit a charger – which I didn't until driving from London to Devon and part-way back – the Macan fills its battery quicker than almost any other EV on the road. Porsche claims a maximum charge rate of 270 kW, but in typical Porsche fashion that figure is conservative. Within seconds of plugging in, my Macan shot up to 274 kW. A top-up from 15 percent (47 miles indicated) to 60 percent (190 miles indicated) took just 15 minutes. This is how electric cars should work. They don't need to distort their driver's face every time he or she presses the accelerator. They should provide a satisfying surge of power and torque at low speed – enough to raise a smile when exiting a junction, overtaking or joining a highway – then settle down and return many, many miles per kilowatt-hour. What else? Performance aside, the base Macan is just like every other model in the range. It looks the same, inside and out, and that means typically smart, sophisticated and thoughtful Porsche design. The interior is a triumph, neatly blending technology and tactility so that the driver can keep their eyes on the road while adjusting key controls, like interior temperature, by feel. It's not a particularly exciting cabin, but it's one that feels smart, premium and reassuringly well-made. The interior features a mix of modern tech and tactile switchgear. There's adjustable ambient lighting (but not too much), a bright, sharp and responsive touchscreen in the middle, an all-digital driver display that can be made to look like a classic Porsche instrument cluster, and a secondary display that gives you physical toggle switches for the climate control. There are even proper, physical buttons on the steering wheel too. No haptic track pads, and it's all the better for it. In a world where some automakers are obsessed with equipping cars with low-quality iPads instead of proper switchgear, at Porsche common sense prevails. I said earlier how this base-level Macan isn't particularly quick. But it still has 360 PS in European-speak (about 355 old-fashioned horsepower), 563 Nm of torque (415 ft-lb) and can sprint to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds. That's about the same as a 996-generation Porsche 911 Carrera. To spend a long, meandering paragraph on how the entry-level Macan handles on a tight and challenging road would be to miss the point. It's fine. More than fine, in fact. It handles surefootedly, steers precisely, rides comfortably and never breaks traction. There's a dial on the steering wheel for changing drive mode, but in reality you'll leave it in the default setting. Sport mode is there if you really want it, and technically the quoted 0-60 time is only achievable with launch control enabled (press both pedals when stationary and release the brake like you've stood on a Lego brick). But in the real world you'll drive about knowing you're in a high-end, German electric SUV. You'll occasionally glance down at the Porsche badge on the steering wheel and smile, then you'll look at the range and efficiency readout, and smile even more. Although not remarkably quick, the entry-level Macan still drives nicely. I'd also like to praise the UK's EV charge network, which in just a few years has grown and matured significantly from the days when chargers were slow and frequently broken. Both top-ups with the Macan were completely painless, with no queue at either station and no faulty chargers either. This seamlessness is aided by Porsche's charge network subscription, which gives drivers access to a wide range of chargers, and its route-planning app, which creates a charging strategy for every long journey. I particularly like how Porsche offers a branded key fob with an integrated RFID chip; tap this on the charger instead of using the charge station's own app, and the top-up will be billed to the credit card on your Porsche account. Tesla has offered such a service for a decade with its Supercharger network, but it's nice to see other manufacturers offering a similar service now too, and in many cases providing access to many more chargers than those installed by Tesla. Porsche isn't alone, of course. Electric cars are quickly becoming ever-more efficient, and charging faster than ever. Public charging is still expensive, especially compared to plugging in at home, and depreciation is still a concern. But the whole infrastructure is finally starting to work as promised – and the Macan, even in entry-level form, is a prime example of an EV done right.
Courier-Mail
21-07-2025
- Automotive
- Courier-Mail
EV sales plunge forces Porsche, Fiat to slash prices across Australia
Don't miss out on the headlines from Motoring News. Followed categories will be added to My News. Car companies have slashed thousands of dollars from the prices of electric vehicles, with widespread discounts as buyers hit the brakes on electric vehicle sales. Electric vehicle sales in Australia are down 6 per cent compared to 2024 in the first six months of this year – and that's despite more EV options being available to customers than ever before. And we aren't just talking about the cutthroat Chinese brands reducing costs to compete – there are some surprising discounts to be had. MORE: AI system outrages drivers Porsche's Macan phases out petrol power in a bold EV move. Picture: Supplied The Porsche Macan is the most surprising offer on the table. Industry veteran Paul Gover posted on LinkedIn: 'Through all my many years in motoring I had never seen a discount on anything new from Porsche Cars Australia. Until today. 'Do Macan owners and shoppers want a Macan EV? The sales results say 'not yet' and dealers have been sounding the alarm bells for more than 18 months. Some even ordered a full year's supply of the combustion Macan before the final cut-off for production in Germany.' The German sports car specialist rarely offers deals. MORE: The best cars of the 21st century X SUBSCRIBER ONLY But Macan EV shoppers get a '$5000 Trade-In Bonus' on all cars, plus a 'Deposit Contribution' for the new plug-in Porker ($3000 on the Macan, Macan 4; $4000 on Macan S; $5000 on Macan Turbo). And the brand is further sweetening the deal with a five-year factory warranty and five years roadside assistance at no cost. Another European brand doing discounts is Fiat. Fiat's 500e Abarth Scorpionissima. Photo: Supplied The pint-sized Fiat 500e is now being offered at a more fitting price of $38,990 drive-away – some $16,000 off the existing price ($52,500 plus on-roads). And the hotter pop-and-crackle Abarth 500e is now $43,990 drive-away, about $18,000 less than the original price with on-roads included. What is the best car of the 21st century? Toyota LandCruiser Ford Mustang Holden Commodore VW Golf Porsche 911 Toyota HiLux MG3 Tesla Model Y Toyota RAV4 Bugatti Veyron Cast your vote Fiat – part of the Stellantis Group – isn't the only marque in the stable to be chopping it up. Jeep is still doing $40,000 drive-away deals on the Avenger electric small SUV, which is the country's cheapest vehicle of its type. And there are even better prices on in-stock models with low kilometres, as low as $34,990 drive-away for a car with 2000km on the clock. MORE: Why tradies are wrong about utes 2024 Chery Omoda E5. Photo: Supplied There are also budget bargains to be had from China, too, with the outgoing Chery Omoda E5 being offered with up to $6000 off retail. The 430km-EV-range small SUV starts at $40,300 drive-away, and includes a free home charger – and it's one of the only EVs on the market with a full-size spare wheel. X SUBSCRIBER ONLY Cox Automotive analyst Mike Costello says the raging retail offers point to potentially bigger concerns in the industry. 'Discounts or incentives tell us there are still challenges to overcome in terms of increasing consumer demand, although there are plenty of signs that consumers will consider an EV if the price and performance is right for them. 'Over the next few years carmakers are expected to increase the number of EVs they offer to meet government efficiency targets, so there's every change that great deals will become a common sight,' he said. And while it isn't a full EV, Mercedes-Benz has even repositioned the mild-hybrid C43 AMG sedan to be almost $20,000 cheaper than before, too. Originally published as EV sales plunge forces Porsche, Fiat to slash prices across Australia
Auto Blog
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Porsche Macan Hits One Million Units as EV Variant Surges
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. View post: Walmart is selling a $130 jump starter box for just $39, and shoppers say it's 'outstanding and powerful' The Porsche Macan has officially become the fastest-selling model in the brand's history, surpassing one million units in just 12 years. It's not just a milestone — it's a turning point, and Porsche knows it. Built in Leipzig since 2013, the Macan has quietly gone from junior SUV to brand cornerstone, with the one-millionth unit, a Frozen Blue Metallic Macan 4, rolling off the line last week and handed over in person at the Porsche Experience Center. While it took the Cayenne 18 years and the 911 more than half a century to reach this point, the Macan has done it in barely over a decade — and it's doing so while morphing into Porsche's electric future. 0:05 / 0:09 What is the Sony Honda Mobility Afeela 1? Watch More 1 / 4 Zoom In Launch Gallery A Factory Rebuilt Around One Car When the Macan was first approved for production in 2011, the Leipzig facility was still just an assembly outpost. Porsche quickly turned it into a full factory with body and paint shops, adding 1,500 new jobs in the process. More than a decade later, the same site is now churning out petrol, hybrid, and fully electric Macans on a single flexible production line. It's won awards like the Lean and Green Management Award in 2021 and Factory of the Year in 2023, and the plant is once again expanding — adding an axle shop and a second body line to support increasing EV production. The millionth unit? A fully electric Macan 4 with 408 hp and a range of 612 km. It'll hit 0–62 mph in 5.2 seconds, thanks to a 100 kWh battery pack and 800-volt architecture that allows a 10–80% DC fast charge in just 21 minutes. 1 / 2 Zoom In Launch Gallery The Rise Of The Electric Macan It's no coincidence that the Macan hit this milestone just as its second generation — now fully electric — is hitting its stride. Porsche CEO Oliver Blume has already called the EV's launch 'particularly gratifying,' and the model is reportedly a hit in the U.S. despite the brand keeping specific figures quiet. It's also one of the few new Porsche EVs that hasn't faced sluggish demand in recent months. And this is far from a stripped-back compliance car. The Macan 4 and Turbo EV variants are designed to compete — and dominate — both on the road and at the track. The company just set fresh lap records at Road Atlanta with the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid and Cayenne Turbo GT, reminding everyone that Porsche's electrified offerings can still go toe to toe with the best. 1 / 3 Zoom In Launch Gallery Digital Future Meets Million-Milestone Legacy Part of the Macan's success lies in how it bridges Porsche's history with its tech-forward future. The new EV comes with the brand's latest infotainment technology, which brings it in line with rivals like Tesla and BMW. It's a far cry from the clunky systems found in older 911s and Caymans, and a key piece in Porsche's larger shift toward a more connected, electric product lineup. The milestone model was delivered to its new owner, 62-year-old entrepreneur Stefan Schmidt, who collected it directly from the Leipzig plant. His handover included a session on Porsche's on-site racetrack — a nod to the Macan's performance DNA and the brand's tradition of blending practicality with driver engagement. For Porsche, this isn't just a big number. It's confirmation that the Macan is no longer the 'baby SUV' in the lineup. It's the backbone — combustion or not. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. About the Author Max Taylor View Profile
Miami Herald
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Porsche Macan Hits One Million Units as EV Variant Surges
The Porsche Macan has officially become the fastest-selling model in the brand's history, surpassing one million units in just 12 years. It's not just a milestone - it's a turning point, and Porsche knows it. Built in Leipzig since 2013, the Macan has quietly gone from junior SUV to brand cornerstone, with the one-millionth unit, a Frozen Blue Metallic Macan 4, rolling off the line last week and handed over in person at the Porsche Experience it took the Cayenne 18 years and the 911 more than half a century to reach this point, the Macan has done it in barely over a decade - and it's doing so while morphing into Porsche's electric future. When the Macan was first approved for production in 2011, the Leipzig facility was still just an assembly outpost. Porsche quickly turned it into a full factory with body and paint shops, adding 1,500 new jobs in the process. More than a decade later, the same site is now churning out petrol, hybrid, and fully electric Macans on a single flexible production line. It's won awards like the Lean and Green Management Award in 2021 and Factory of the Year in 2023, and the plant is once again expanding - adding an axle shop and a second body line to support increasing EV millionth unit? A fully electric Macan 4 with 408 hp and a range of 612 km. It'll hit 0–62 mph in 5.2 seconds, thanks to a 100 kWh battery pack and 800-volt architecture that allows a 10–80% DC fast charge in just 21 minutes. It's no coincidence that the Macan hit this milestone just as its second generation - now fully electric - is hitting its stride. Porsche CEO Oliver Blume has already called the EV's launch "particularly gratifying," and the model is reportedly a hit in the U.S. despite the brand keeping specific figures quiet. It's also one of the few new Porsche EVs that hasn't faced sluggish demand in recent this is far from a stripped-back compliance car. The Macan 4 and Turbo EV variants are designed to compete - and dominate - both on the road and at the track. The company just set fresh lap records at Road Atlanta with the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid and Cayenne Turbo GT, reminding everyone that Porsche's electrified offerings can still go toe to toe with the best. Part of the Macan's success lies in how it bridges Porsche's history with its tech-forward future. The new EV comes with the brand's latest infotainment technology, which brings it in line with rivals like Tesla and BMW. It's a far cry from the clunky systems found in older 911s and Caymans, and a key piece in Porsche's larger shift toward a more connected, electric product milestone model was delivered to its new owner, 62-year-old entrepreneur Stefan Schmidt, who collected it directly from the Leipzig plant. His handover included a session on Porsche's on-site racetrack - a nod to the Macan's performance DNA and the brand's tradition of blending practicality with driver Porsche, this isn't just a big number. It's confirmation that the Macan is no longer the "baby SUV" in the lineup. It's the backbone - combustion or not. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Hindustan Times
17-07-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Porsche made its one millionth Macan: What makes it the brand's best-selling car?
The one millionth Porsche Macan is the Macan 4, sold in a Frozen Blue Metallic colourway. (Porsche) Check Offers Porsche has announced that it rolled out its one millionth Macan from the production line last week. The German carmaker achieved this milestone 12 years after the compact SUV first hit the production line in late 2013. In contrast, the Porsche 911 took nearly 54 years of continuous production, beginning in 1964, to reach the same milestone. The Porsche Macan has been manufactured in the Leipzig plant in Germany since its inception and has quickly become the brand's best-selling car, despite infrequent tussles with the Cayenne SUV. The Macan is now the fastest Porsche to have hit the one million mark, with the Cayenne having taken 18 years to do the same. Also Read : Porsche announces monsoon service camp, offering a complimentary inspection Porsche is, however, a small player in terms of total volume, and in 75 years, this is only the third model to have reached the seven-digit milestone. Manufacturers such as Toyota and Volkswagen sold close to 10 million cars globally last year. Porsche Macan: What makes it special? The Porsche Macan is sold in both petrol and EV variants, with the former to be discontinued in the coming years. The Porsche Macan SUV is sold in both ICE-powered and electric versions, although the carmaker will soon discontinue the former in favour of the latter. In India, the Macan ICE is listed at ₹ 96.05 lakh, while the Macan EV starts from ₹ 1.21 crore (both ex-showroom). The Macan ICE derives its power from a 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-four petrol engine that gets mated to a 7-speed PDK transmission, sending power to all four wheels. With this, the compact SUV makes 261 bhp and 400 Nm of torque, topping out at 232 kmph. It makes the 0-100 kmph sprint in 6.4 seconds, which drops to 6.2 seconds with the Sport Chrono package. Porsche sells the Macan EV in three variants: standard, 4S, and Turbo. All variants are equipped with the same 100 kWh battery pack, which delivers a maximum WLTP range of between 536-641 km, depending on the variant. The base model makes up to 355 bhp and 563 Nm of torque, sending the power to the rear wheels. The Macan 4S make 510 bhp of max power and 820 Nm of torque, and the range-topping Turbo variant delivers 630 bhp and a whopping 1,130 Nm of peak torque. Both the 4S and the Turbo are sold as all-wheel drive models. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 17 Jul 2025, 10:28 am IST
