PORSCHE MACAN GOES ELECTRIC

NZ order book for Macan EV is open now

The much talkedabout Porsche Macan EV has arrived, marking a transition from traditional combustion engines to a fully electric platform.

This significant move not only reaffirms the brand’s commitment to electrification but also introduces a new era of performance and luxury in the SUV segment.

The vehicle is 58mm longer, 224mm wider, and 76.2mm taller, with an 86mm longer wheelbase compared to its petrol-powered predecessor.

Porsche offers two variants of the Macan EV: the base Macan 4 and the performance-oriented Macan Turbo. The Macan 4 is equipped with dual motors producing 300kW/648Nm, capable of accelerating from

0-96km/h (60mph) in 4.9 seconds with a top speed of 219km/h.

The Macan Turbo, on the other hand, ramps up excitement with

470kW and a mind-bending

1128Nm, achieving 0-96km/h in just 3.1 seconds and a top speed of 259km/h.

Both models feature adaptive air suspension and the option of rear-wheel steering. Their shared

100kWh battery supports DC fast charging up to 270kW, enabling a charge from 10 to 80 per cent in a mere 21 minutes.

As for range, Porsche says the Macan 4 will deliver up to 613km, while the Macan Turbo will do

591km under the WLTP cycle. The inside features a Taycanlike dashboard with minimal physical switchgear, a

12.6in instrument panel, and a 10.9-inch infotainment screen. An optional 10.9- inch passenger display enhances the techpacked cabin. The cargo space offers over

500 litres, expanding to more 1300l with rear seats folded, along with an 82-litre frunk.

The Macan EV is available to order now in New Zealand, starting at $166,500 for the Macan 4 and $223,000 for the Macan Turbo. Customer deliveries are expected in the 4th quarter of this year.

The petrol-powered Porsche Macan is also still currently available in NZ, starting at $124,400 for the base model and topping out at $172,900 for the Macan GTS.