The Porsche Macan Turbo is back for the 2020 model
year following the unveiling of the updated Macan last year. Powering the previous Macan Turbo
was a twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter V6 engine but that engine has been replaced
with a smaller 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 delivering 434 hp from 5700 rpm
and 6600 rpm and 549 Nm of torque from 1800 rpm to 5600 rpm.
Grunt is transmitted to the ground through a
seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission and Porsche Traction Management
all-wheel drive. The German carmaker quotes a 0-100 km/h time of 4.3 seconds,
three tenths quicker than the old car, and a top speed of 270 km/h with the available Sport Chrono Package.
The 2020 Macan Turbo also packs some pretty potent
brakes that use the Porsche Surface Coated technology complete with a tungsten
carbide coating that offers a faster response, less wear, and up to 90 per cent
less brake dust than conventional cast-iron brake discs. The SUV can be
equipped with Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes as well as with adjustable air
suspension and Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus. 20-inch wheels are standard.
Like most ‘Turbo’ badged models in Porsche’s current
line-up, the visual modifications over lesser Macan models are minor and
limited to quad tailpipes, a faux rear diffuser, a subtle spoiler, and a
tweaked front fascia.
Inside, the new Macan Turbo comes complete with
18-way power-adjustable sports seats for front passengers, a 14-speaker Bose
sound system, Alcantara headliner, Porsche’s current infotainment system with a
large 10.9-inch touchscreen, and optional Qi wireless charging.
Porsche dealerships across the United States will
start taking delivery of the new Macan Turbo in the fourth quarter of this year
with prices starting at US$ 84,950 including a US$ 1350 destination charge.
