2022 Porsche Macan S - POV Review

375 hp @ 6700 rpm, Torque: 383 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm
MSRP: From $65,400
MPG: 17 city / 23 highway
Engine: 2.9L Twin-Turbo V-6
Transmission: 7-Speed Porsche Doppelkupplung(PDK)
Dimensions: 186″ L x 76″ W x 63-64″ H
Tire size: Front: P265/45R20, rear: P295/40R20
Exterior: Gentian Blue Metallic

Price as tested: $73,040
Options:
-Premium package, BOSE surround-sound 12-speaker premium audio, front and rear heated seats, LED headlights with Dynamic Light System Plus, lane-change assist - $2240;
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus - $1500;
Sport Chrono package - $1220;
Gentian Blue Metallic paint - $700;
Smartphone compartment with wireless charging - $580;
Smoking package - $50

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[Alex.AL_]

Just got my 2023 Macan S last month and love it! I can't believe how well it drives and handles for an SUV, feels more like a sport sedan. The Sports exhaust also sounds so good.

[loszeyeung]

I drove this thing once. That PDK is stunning fast upshift and downshift. The power is very strong. It feels like it has more power than what's listed. The only problem is it gets super pricey when you check a couple more boxes like paint and wheels.

[arjungadhiya]

I got the exact same, '22 Macan S in October (steel spring + PASM) . The car has an amazing sweet spot where I've seen 23-24MPG on a calm drive. Planted is an excellent way to describe it, seeing it handle curves/ turns like a sedan while being an SUV. Once your cross 3, 500RPM the engine sounds amazing

[mustasheolll]

The gauges really haven’t changed since 2009/2010. It’s still a really nice car, they still make em like they used to.

[kaarteeek]

the day we get a Cayenne video on this channel i will just lose it. saw the 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 Manual video when it was recommended to me a mere week ago and i have watched it from start to finish over four times at this point. i have been daydreaming about a Cayenne upload by this channel ever since. absolutely beautiful videos with one of the best voice over experience narration i have ever seen. I LOVE YOU.

[bluezklewz]

Been WAITING for thetopher to do a Macan review. Most sold Porsche had to make the list at some point

[abdullaharif]

Wow, just by watching this video, I can tell how good this 'budget' Porsche SUV is! Definitely seems to have a very sporty driving experience, with that great sounding V6, good DCT with great response and shift speed, and surprisingly good handling! All that with the typical premium-ness, modern tech and practicality! Great value!

[shaneroyal]

One of my Top Reviews of all time! Man you sold this Macan S! I felt like I was in the vehicle. The turns, corners, on and off ramps, switching gears and just covering everything including how it’ll bounce off redline! It’s a beauty but that drive and speed!!! Unmatched! 👏🏾🔥👏🏾🔥

[reconeix]

I got to drive one for a weekend and LOVED it. Lots of power and confidence in the handling.

[ARentz]

"I didn't expect to be disappointed with this, but I didn't really know what to expect going into this." That's kinda how I felt before I drove a Macan the first time - and in my case it was a Turbo. My goodness. Forget "favorite SUV" - it's definitely one of my favorite cars I've driven, period. Is it like a 911 or a Boxster? No. But I can tell the DNA is there. It has no right to be as engaging as it is.

[ewoo]

I‘ve owned my Macan S for over 5 years now and having owned many fun cars, I’ve realized that it’s so damn competent that it’s actually boring to drive at legal speeds. Admittedly there’s something cool about owning a Porsche but for sheer driving pleasure I still take my MX-5 out. Something to consider if you’re considering the car as your only car.

[weirdshibainu]

I like to think of the Macan as a tall 911

[DoSumMe]

I love that you’re getting to test some Porsche Products! The Macan is gorgeous.

[lakofn]

just got a macan today! never have i driven a better handling car. I love it!!!

[redskins]

I got a new Macan S three months ago, and love it. The Porsche PDK is indeed way way better than the BMW ZF8 (drove various BMWs the last 10 years), I haven't had a single sluggish downshift with the PDK unlike the ZF8. The Macan really is the perfect driver's SUV, the only downside is fuel economy.

[EthanWainland]

Very good for what it is. Compared to the X3 m40i, it’s slightly better but not night and day better. Handles a little better since it’s lighter and lower but power wise they feel the same. The air suspension in the macan makes it ride better than the m40i

[gti]

We have a 4-cylinder Macan, and it’s amazing! Probably the best vehicle we’ve owned.

[cole]

For a V6, it sounds almost like their high-revving flat-six engines, which I love😌

[tyler]

I'm not a crossover-guy, but I still want one of these like I want a 718 Spyder. It's obviously not a "Driver's Car" like the Boxster, but I cannot help but think of this as the ultimate daily driver. Beautiful, capable, quiet and comfortable, Porsche build quality and individualization, and more than enough power to satisfy anyone. Also, as a BMW Z3 owner, the clamshell hood is a plus 😂

[PaulTC]

They are cutting production costs compared to the prefacelift. The "buttons" between the drivers seat and co-driver seat are covered by a big piano black plastic panel instead of having individual aluminum buttons. I know people think it looks more modern that way but this small thing is an example of cost cutting by the VW group. Its a very stable and nice car.