Porsche Macan (2015)

Porsche Macan (2015)

                                           Porsche Macan (2015)

The Macan is "Made in Germany", produced at the Leipzig plant.The Porsche Macan combines the typical handling characteristics that Porsche has represented right from the outset: maximum acceleration and braking values, vast engine power, extreme agility and optimum steering precision. What's more, all of these features are teamed with a high level of comfort and everyday suitability. The sporty DNA of the Macan, as with all Porsche vehicles, is also immediately recognizable in the design. The Sports Utility Vehicle is unrivalled in its flat and broad profile on the road. The wraparound bonnet and gently sloping roof line accentuate the overall impression of sporty elegance and powerful dynamics. Many of the design elements have been taken from other Porsche sports-cars and enhanced for the Macan, making it clear to see from the very first glance that the Porsche Macan heralds the first sportscar in the compact SUV segment.

PERFORMANCE AND EFFCIENCY-
Porsche is offering the Macan with three advanced engines. All combine rich torque with impressive power, ensuring each variant features trademark Porsche qualities. The engines are also highly efficient and environmentally friendly, with all three versions of the Macan meeting the Euro 6 emissions standard. The NEDC fuel consumption figures range from 9.2litres (Macan Turbo) to 6.1 litres/100 km (Porsche Macan S-Diesel).

The Macan Turbo is unrivalled in the compact SUV segment in terms of its driving performance. The 3.6-litre V6 biturbo engine unleashes its maximum output of 400 bhp (294 kW) at 6000 rpm. Two turbochargers with a boost pressure of 1.2 bar ensure powerful ventilation. This power results in acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds and a top speed of 266 km/h. The Macan is the first Porsche to feature this engine. The engine is based on a 3.0-litre V6 biturbo engine with a stroke that has been increased by 83 millimetres. All of the dimensions and specifications are based on decades of Porsche experience in developing sport engines.

POWER IN PERFECT HARMONY-
Performance is not the only attribute of the Macan - maximum efficiency is another one of its defining features. Multiple technologies contribute to the vehicle's low fuel consumption level alongside the standard PDK and the intelligent mix of materials used to construct the Macan.

Together, all of these measures result in fuel consumption figures that speak for themselves. The standard automatic Start Stop function shuts off the engine as soon as the Macan brakes to a speed of 2 km/h - even when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is activated. When the brake is released, the engine is restarted quickly and smoothly by the system. When drivers lift their foot off the accelerator pedal, the coasting function decouples the engine to allow the vehicle to roll over a longer distance than if the engine was engaged. As soon as the accelerator pedal or brake is actuated again, the PDK selects the appropriate gear and engages the clutch. Up to 1.0 litre of fuel can be saved per 100 kilometres in everyday driving situations.

ACTIVE ALL WHEEL DRIVE AND PORSCHE TRACTION MANAGEMENT(PTM)-
Active all-wheel drive is part of the Porsche Traction Management (PTM) system and comes as standard for all Macan models. Together with the other elements of the system - the electronically controlled, map-controlled multi-plate clutch, the Automatic Brake Differential (ABD) and Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) - the all-wheel drive looks after traction and safety.

The all-wheel drive system is one of the systems with the fastest response times on the market and its design underpins the sportscar characteristics of the Macan. The rear axle is always driven, The front axle receives its drive torque from the rear axle, and the torque is dependent on the locking ratio of the electronically controlled multi-plate clutch.

Off-road mode-Off-road mode comes as standard in the Macan, and the function is activated by pressing a button in the centre console at a speed of between 0 and 80 km/h. This function switches all the relevant systems to a traction-oriented off-road programme:

For example, the shift revolutions and speeds are geared towards a greater level of traction, the clutch is pre-tensioned to a greater degree in order to provide the front axle with the appropriate drive torque more rapidly, and the standard torque split between the front and rear axle as well as the accelerator pedal response are adapted to off-road conditions. What's more, the ground clearance can be increased by 40 millimetres above its normal level thanks to the optional air suspension chassis, which gives a maximum ground clearance of 230 millimetres.

The light comfort package-The optional light comfort package provides pleasant illumination in the vehicle interior. All lights are implemented using LED technology. The package comprises dimmable ambient lighting in the door panels and overhead console, front and back footwell lighting, reading lights in the rear of the vehicle, plus ambient lighting in the exterior mirrors. The make-up mirrors in the sun visors on both the driver's and passenger's side are also illuminated.

ALWAYS IN VIEW : THE SPEED LIMIT DISPLAY-
The speed limit display is available as an option in conjunction with the PCM system. This information system uses a camera to detect speed limits, no overtaking zones and the ends of these zones. The speed limit is displayed to the driver on an on-going basis via the colour screen in the instrument cluster and the PCM screen. When entering a no overtaking zone, information to this effect is also displayed to the driver. If the camera's view is restric -
ted, the system uses the speed information present in the navigation data.

COMFORT AND SAFETY-
There is a wide range of assistance systems available for the Porsche Macan. These include the lane departure warning system and lane change assist system, both of which enhance the level of active safety and driving comfort. The reversing camera facilitates reverse parking and manoeuvring and also assists with hitching a trailer. What's more, the ACC system together with PAS supports the driver by emitting visual and audible warnings in dangerous situations, and also initiates an additional brake jolt if required.