2020 Porsche Macan Turbo Is A 435-HP Sports Car Masquerading As A CUV

Thanks the Cayenne’s engine.

If there’s one rule when a redesigned Porsche arrives, it’s that it won’t be long before additional variants launch. That’s held true with the Porsche Macan, which debuted in both standard and S guise. Today, we get our first look at the new Turbo.

Of course, both versions of the Macan were already turbocharged, but this is the Turbo. That means a twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter V6, borrowed from the Panamera and Cayenne, sits in place of the turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 found in the Macan S. Engine size might be down, but power is up from 348 to 435 horsepower. Torque, meanwhile, climbs to a robust 406 pound-feet from 354 lb-ft. The extra power means extra performance, with the Macan Turbo with the Sport Chrono Package hitting 62 in just 4.3 seconds and can carrying on to 168 mph. A seven-speed dual-clutch transmission channels the power to a standard Porsche Traction Management all-wheel-drive system.

Performance is a good reason to buy a Macan Turbo, but there’s also some tweaks to the crossover’s style. There’s a more aggressive front fascia that’s better suited to feeding the new engine, while a new low-key wing at the back adds some spice to the Macan Turbo’s tail. We’re particularly digging the latter element, which is a perfect balance of sporty and special without feeling shouty or overdone. 20-inch wheels come standard, as are Sport Design style elements on the side skirts.

 

This story is being updated.

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2020 Porsche Macan Turbo
2020 Porsche Macan Turbo
2020 Porsche Macan Turbo
2020 Porsche Macan Turbo
2020 Porsche Macan Turbo

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