This year’s Paris Auto Show is holding the European
debut of the 2019 Porsche Macan. Customers will be able to get it in Europe with a 2.0-liter
turbocharged four-cylinder engine rated at 245 PS and 370 Nm of torque. Combined with a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission, the
four-pot allows the compact SUV to go from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and
reach a top speed of 225 km/h.
The engine features improved combustion chamber
geometry and gasoline particulate filter and is rated at 8.1 l/100 km (34.9 mpg
UK/29 mpg US) on the combined cycle, according to NEDC. The rest of the package remains
as you know, with the 2019 Macan getting a light exterior makeover highlighted
by the new LED light panel at the rear. LED headlights are standard, while the
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS Plus) adaptive headlights are optional.
Finally, there are four new exterior colors to choose from: Mamba Green
Metallic, Dolomite Silver Metallic, Miami Blue and Crayon.
There are new interior goodies as well, including
the new PCM infotainment system with a 10.9-inch touchscreen. As far as
optional extras go, the 2019 Macan can be had with the GT sports steering wheel
inspired by the Porsche 911, an air ionizer, heated windshield, and the new
traffic assist system that uses adaptive cruise control to allow the vehicle to
travel at speeds of up to 60 km/h semi-autonomously.
The refreshed Macan also sees updates in terms of
vehicle dynamics and gets mixed-size tires that are developed for improved
performance and better lateral dynamics. The wheel sizes range from 18 inches
as standard, to an optional 21 inches.
The new Porsche Macan is available to order now in
Europe, with prices starting from € 58,763 (US$ 67,855) in Germany, including VAT.
