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2018 Porsche Macan
The 2018 Porsche Macan finishes in the top half of our luxury compact SUV rankings. It's powerful and agile, with a posh interior. However, its high ownership costs and cramped back seat keep it from ranking higher.
The 2018 Porsche Macan is ranked:
Is the 2018 Porsche Macan a Good Used SUV?
Yes, the Porsche Macan is a great option if you're shopping for a used luxury compact SUV.
The 2018 Macan has many highlights:
That said, it does have some glaring drawbacks:
Before you buy, consider rivals like the 2018 BMW X3. The X3 provides a fun driving experience with a roomier cabin and lower projected ownership costs.
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How Much Is the 2018 Porsche Macan?
Based on listings for the 2018 Porsche Macan on our site, the average price is $54,600. Prices range from $47,000 to $73,000 and vary depending on the vehicle's condition, mileage, features, and location.
How Much Does the 2018 Porsche Macan Cost to Own?
The Macan's five-year costs for gas, insurance, repairs, and maintenance are projected to be around $34,500, or $6,900 per year. That's much pricier than average for a luxury subcompact SUV.
Is It Better to Buy a Used or New Macan?
The 2019 Porsche Macan starts at around $50,000. The new Macan has lightly refreshed styling, a 10.9-inch infotainment screen, and a newly available Traffic Jam Assist feature, which can accelerate, brake, and keep the SUV centered in its lane at speeds of 40 mph or below. Opt for the 2019 model if these updates are important to you. However, you'll find a wider variety of models to choose from if you shop for a used 2018 Macan. As of this writing, Porsche has not released 2019 versions of the high-performance GTS and Turbo models.
You'll spend less by instead shopping for a used 2015, 2016, or 2017 Macan. Porsche introduced the Macan as an all-new SUV for the 2015 model year, and it was offered in S and Turbo trim levels. The 2016 model added an available surround-view camera system.
For 2017, Apple CarPlay became available, and the Macan gained more standard safety features (a rearview camera, parking sensors, and lane departure warning). Porsche also added new GTS and base models for 2017 and a Performance package for the Macan Turbo, which boosts its output from 400 to 440 horsepower. The 2018 Macan saw no major updates.
How Reliable Is the 2018 Porsche Macan?
The Macan has a great predicted reliability rating of 4.5 out of five from J.D. Power.
2018 Porsche Macan Recalls
At the time of writing, there are two recalls for the 2018 Macan:
Before buying any used vehicle, make sure all recalls have been addressed.
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Which Used Porsche Macan Trim Is Right for Me?
The 2018 Porsche Macan is available in four trim levels: base, Macan S, Macan GTS, and Macan Turbo. Most buyers should be pleased with the base model Macan. It's well-equipped with tech and convenience features, and it offers punchy engine performance.
When it was new, the 2018 Macan was offered with a lot of options, so you'll want to look carefully for these items if they're important to you. Available features include a rear-seat entertainment system, Apple CarPlay, a Burmester stereo, proximity keyless entry, push-button start, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a panoramic sunroof, rear sunshades, an air suspension, blind spot monitoring, a 360-degree parking camera, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, carbon ceramic brakes, and a Sport Chrono package.
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How Safe Is the Macan?
Neither the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration nor the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has crash tested the 2018 Porsche Macan. That's common among high-end luxury vehicles.
Standard advanced safety features:
Available advanced safety features:
2018 Porsche Macan Versus the Competition
Which Is Better: 2018 Porsche Macan or 2018 Audi Q5?
The 2018 Audi Q5 is aimed at a more luxury-oriented audience than its Macan corporate cousin. Both SUVs are enjoyable to drive, but the Porsche feels more capable and thrilling on twisty roads. On the other hand, the Q5 is more practical for everyday driving. It earns better fuel economy, offers more cargo space, and its cabin materials are second to none. The Audi also has more standard features, like forward collision warning, and even a few that the Macan doesn't offer, like Android Auto. The Q5 is usually far less expensive than the Macan, though the Porsche has a much better predicted reliability rating. The Q5 is the better pick for most shoppers.
Which Is Better: 2018 Porsche Macan or 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio?
The 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and Porsche Macan are among the best-driving luxury compact SUVs. Both models accelerate quickly thanks to their punchy turbocharged engines, and each feels balanced around turns. Both also offer similar cargo space and available safety features. The Macan boasts nicer interior materials, though Stelvio models tend to be less expensive to buy. Test-drive both SUVs to see which you prefer.
2018 Macan Performance
How Does the 2018 Porsche Macan Drive?
The Macan is an exceptionally fun SUV to drive. Its steering is quick, its brakes provide strong stopping power, and it remains very stable around turns. It does this while comfortably soaking up bumps and dips in the road, which isn't always the case with a sporty SUV. The Macan's available adaptive suspension further enhances the ride quality.
The Macan is available with one of five engines. Even the standard four-cylinder turbo can zip this SUV up to speed confidently, and it serves up muscular passing power. The sprint from zero to 60 mph takes just over six seconds. Opt for the V6-powered Macan S, GTS, or Turbo if you're looking for even quicker acceleration: Each can dash from zero to 60 mph in around five seconds. Porsche's PDK dual-clutch automatic transmission comes standard, and it provides quick, smooth shifts. Drivers can also change gears using the steering wheel shift paddles.
Does the 2018 Porsche Macan Get Good Gas Mileage?
The Macan gets poor fuel economy for a luxury compact SUV.
2018 Porsche Macan Towing Capacity
The Macan can tow up to 4,400 pounds when properly equipped.
2018 Macan Interior
How Many People Does the 2018 Macan Seat?
The Porsche Macan is a two-row SUV with five seats. The front seats are supportive and highly adjustable, making it easy to find a comfortable driving position. There's generous head- and legroom up front as well. The rear-seat cushions are similarly cozy, and there's more than enough back-seat space for kids, though adults are likely to feel cramped.
The Macan's interior is handsome and trimmed with top-notch materials. It's also very quiet, even at highway cruising speeds. The SUV's sightlines are good to the front and side, but rear visibility is slim.
Standard seating features:
Available seating features:
How Many Child Car Seats Fit in the 2018 Porsche Macan?
The Macan has two full sets of LATCH car-seat connectors on the rear outboard seats and an upper tether on the rear middle seat.
2018 Porsche Macan Features
The Macan has one of the most distinctive dashboards in its class. A 7-inch touch screen sits at the top, and beneath it are several audio and climate control buttons. This layout may look overwhelming, but it becomes quite intuitive after a short time. The buttons are all within easy reach. The touch screen has simple menus, and it reacts quickly to inputs. It also supports Apple CarPlay, which allows users to integrate many iPhone apps on the screen.
2018 Porsche Macan Dimensions
Porsche Macan Cargo Space
The Macan has 17.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind its rear seats and 53 cubic feet of space with these seats folded. That's about average for a luxury compact SUV. Consider moving up to the midsize 2018 Porsche Cayenne if you need more space. A power liftgate is standard in the Macan.
These cargo dimensions are for comparative purposes. There is no substitute for visually examining the storage area in any car you're considering.
2018 Porsche Macan Length and Weight
Where Was the 2018 Porsche Macan Built?
Porsche built the 2018 Macan in Germany.
Read the full 2018 Porsche Macan review on U.S. News & World Report for more details, photos, specs and prices.