The 2017 Macan will make its official debut at the 2016 New York Auto Show, which kicks off for the media on March 23, 2016. The base engine is slotted beneath the existing Macan S.
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Porsche is expanding its line-up of compact SUVs with a new variant of the Macan.
First introduced when the 911 facelift arrived, the new PCM gets a user interface that’s more smartphone-like and controlled by touch or proximity sensor, with Apple CarPlay new and improved Sat Nav, Bluetooth, USB and SD connectivity as well as the option (at a cost) to add the Connect Plus module which improve real time traffic information and adds a Wi-Fi Hotspot.
Power comes by way of a 2.0-liter, turbocharged four-cylinder engine.
“With demand of the turbocharged six-cylinder Macan S, Macan S Diesel, Macan Turbo and recently announced Macan GTS still high in Australia, PCA has elected to delay the introduction of the new Macan four-cylinder until not before calendar year 2017”, it said. The 2.0L engine makes 252hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. But the 2017 Macan will be available in the USA so that is a bonus. The Macan can reach 60mph in 6.1 seconds with the optional Sport Chrono Package with Launch Control. The model also has a fuel economy rating of 20 miles per gallon city, 25 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined. The auto distinguishes itself visually by way of blacked-out window trim, black brake calipers, and stainless-steel exhaust tips, while the front fascia is identical to that of the Macan S. Standard equipment includes bi-xenon headlights, power front seats, lane-departure warning, and black interior trim.
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The Macan with the four-cylinder will start at a price of $48,550.
