This new model will slot between the base Macan and the S, using the same 2.0-liter inline-four as the base car and gaining standard performance goodies.
- The 2023 Porsche Macan T sits between the base model and Macan S and adds performance features including launch control and Active Suspension Management as standard.
- The Macan T uses the same 261-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four as the base Macan, mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
- The letter T has represented a unique form of dynamic driving at Porsche since the 1960s. It stands for ‘Touring’ and identifies models that offer an especially authentic driving experience.
- The Macan T will be available starting in early spring. Pricing won’t be announced until closer to the on-sale date, but we expect it to start around $62,000.
The 2023 Macan T—which stands for “Touring”—will be powered by the same turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four found in the base model, good for 261 hp and 295 pound-feet of torque. The engine is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and is 129 pounds lighter than the twin-turbo 2.9-liter V-6 found in the S and GTS models, which Porsche says will result in more nimble handling and better cornering. As with all Macans, the Macan T will be all-wheel-drive.
Indeed, Porsche tells us this engine alleviates 58.8kg of weight from the front axle versus the bigger V6, for sharper cornering. It’s not comically slow for a Porsche: 0-62mph takes 6.2s – 1.4s slower than the S, but 0.2 tenths quicker than the No Suffix – while top speed sits at 144mph.
Exclusive details inside and out:
Design elements painted in Agate Grey Metallic on the front, flank, and rear of the Porsche Macan T differentiate the vehicle from other models in the series. The exclusive contrast color can be seen on the painted front trim, exterior mirrors, side blades, roof spoiler, and logos on the rear. Sports tailpipes and side window trims in Black (high gloss) are included as standard and the side blades feature the ‘Macan T’ logo in Black. Twenty-inch Macan S wheels, exclusively in dark titanium, come as standard. Customers can choose from a range of 13 plain, metallic and special colors for the exterior.
The interior of the Macan T has its own distinct ambiance. The standard, eight-way electrically adjustable heated sports seats feature exclusive upholstery based on the Black leather package. The centers of the front seats and the outer rear seats are delivered with the Sport-Tex Stripe pattern and the front headrests each have an embossed Porsche crest. The contrasting color from the exterior continues inside the vehicle in the form of decorative silver stitching on the seats, headrests, and steering wheel.
Standard equipment also includes a multifunction GT heated sports steering wheel and the Sport Chrono stopwatch in the upper part of the dashboard. The door entry guards come in black aluminum as standard and feature a Macan T logo. Optional features include the multifunction GT sports steering wheel in Race-Tex with carbon trims and an ionizer.
Specially tuned chassis lowered by 15 millimeters or more:
The Porsche Macan T is the only Porsche model to feature steel suspension with Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) as standard, combined with the body being lowered by 15 mm. The anti-roll bars on the front axle are more rigid and the car’s chassis tuning has been optimized to create the perfect suspension for the vehicle and powertrain, resulting in very responsive steering behavior and agile handling.
Porsche says the Macan T will hit 60 mph in 5.8 seconds en route to a 144 mph top speed, matching the performance claims for the base model.
The Macan T will be available starting in early spring. Pricing won’t be announced until closer to the on-sale date, but we expect it to start at around $62,000.
