The Porsche Macan GTS is one of the most thrilling SUVs on the market, combining sports car performance with practicality and luxury. In this blog post, we will review the 2022 model, which has received a significant boost in power and some updates to its interior and exterior.
The heart of the Macan GTS is a twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter V-6 engine that delivers 434 horsepower and 405 pound-feet of torque, up from 375 hp and 383 lb-ft in the previous model. This engine is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive system that can distribute torque variably between the front and rear axles. The result is a blistering acceleration from zero to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds, according to Porsche, and a top speed of 169 mph.
But the Macan GTS is not just about straight-line speed. It also handles superbly, thanks to its standard adaptive air suspension that lowers the ride height by 0.4 inch compared to other Macans, its retuned adaptive dampers that offer three modes of firmness, and its precise and responsive steering that feels like it belongs to a smaller sports car. The Macan GTS also comes with Porsche's tungsten-carbide-coated brake rotors that provide excellent stopping power and resistance to fade.
The Macan GTS also looks the part, with its blacked-out exterior details, including the grille, side skirts, window trim, rear diffuser, and tailpipes. It rides on 20-inch RS Spyder Design wheels that are exclusive to this model. Inside, the Macan GTS features a sporty yet luxurious cabin, with leather and Alcantara upholstery, 14-way power-adjustable front sport seats with memory function, a heated sport steering wheel with paddle shifters, and a 10.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, navigation, and a 12-speaker Bose sound system. The Macan GTS also offers plenty of room for passengers and cargo, with a spacious rear seat that can accommodate adults comfortably and a generous trunk that can hold up to 17.6 cubic feet of luggage.
The Macan GTS starts at $84,350, which is considerably more than some of its rivals, such as the BMW X3 M40i ($58,795), the Mercedes-AMG GLC43 ($64,900), or the Audi SQ5 ($57,695). However, none of these competitors can match the Macan GTS's level of driving excitement, refinement, and prestige. The Macan GTS is a true Porsche in every sense of the word, and it deserves to be on the shortlist of anyone looking for a high-performance SUV that can do it all.
