Porsche is putting the finishing touches on the
facelifted Macan. The updated model
will eschew diesel engines but feature an assortment of new and upgraded petrol
units. In particular, the base Macan is slated to have an upgraded turbocharged
2.0-liter four-cylinder that develops around 300 hp. This
would be a significant boost as the current engine develops 248 hp.
The Macan S will reportedly receive a new
turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine sourced from the Panamera. Specifications
remain unconfirmed but the publication says the engine will produce around 355
hp. For comparison, the current model has 335 hp.
Likewise, the Macan Turbo will reportedly drop its
turbocharged 3.6-liter V6 engine and adopt a turbocharged 2.9-liter unit.
Despite having a smaller displacement, the new engine will be more powerful as
it is slated to have 434 hp.
Besides the updated engine lineup, the 2019 Macan
will have a modestly revised exterior and an updated cabin. Speaking of the
latter, drivers will find a new infotainment system which is apparently larger
than before.
More meaningful changes occur underneath the skin as
the updated crossover will have a revised suspension which uses aluminum
uprights to reduce weight and improve ride comfort. Porsche also fine-tuned the
steering system and will make tungsten-coated brakes available as an option.
The facelifted Macan will be reportedly debut this
fall so look for a possible unveiling at either the Paris or Los Angeles Auto
Show.
