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2019 MACAN

3 min readDec 20, 2019
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We have spoken about the Macan a few times on our podcast and talked about how we understand why this vehicle exists. It has the same wheelbase as the Porsche 911 so that is a plus right?? In all seriousness, even though this was the base model it still was fun and functional in everyday use, see what I did there? In a lot of cases space is a problem; maybe people in living situations have maybe room for one covered parking space. Clearly the 911 goes in there but you still something for everyday use that isn’t crazy expensive and still is fun. Insert Porsche Macan, now we tested the Base model which was adequate and can get out of its own way. The interior was nice and tidy. Even though we have not driven the S model I would imagine if I was a buyer I would opt for that model. So then you have your everyday blend in with the masses SUV that is nimble and quick that can haul goods and people all around town.

By the numbers, this 2.0-liter turbo-four making 248hp and 273 lb-ft. Now again, that isn’t slow but it certainly isn’t quick. It gets the job done. Now if you didn’t have the funds to spring for the S you could live with this and be totally fine. Now at some point, we will drive the S model. Then we will be able to cross-compare. This particular model was eye-catching in sapphire blue which was only a 700 dollar upcharge. We didn’t think that was bad at all compared most Porsche up charges. I would definitely opt to…

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