PORSCHE MACAN FROM $88,000
HOW MUCH?
The 3.0-litre V6 turbodieselpowered Macan S is $88,000, the 3.0-litre V6 turbo petrol version is $89,300 and the range-topping Turbo asks for $125,800. Porsche’s exceptionally slick-shifting seven-speed dual-clutch transmission is standard.
The Macan is more expensive than Audi’s Q5, BMW’s X3, Mercedes’ GLC or the Range Rover Evoque. But even a cursory glance at its specs suggests that Porsche offers segment-leading performance, levels of standard of equipment and (generally pricey) option choices.
NUTS AND BOLTS
• The Macan is built in Leipzig, Germany.
• It shares around 30 per cent commonality with Audi’s Q5 mid-sized SUV, mostly in body structure. Both cars share an identical 2807mm wheelbase.
• It is longer, wider and lower than both Audi Q5 and BMW X3.
• The 3.0-litre turbodiesel
