Stuttgart – Porsche is on the verge of unveiling the second generation of its successful Macan model, this time as an all-electric SUV. A decade after the launch of the original Macan, Porsche has reinvented the vehicle on the new Premium Platform Electric (PPE), marking a significant leap in automotive technology.
In preparation for its global debut, the electric Macan has undergone rigorous testing, clocking over 3.5 million test kilometers. This thorough process, which includes both real-world and simulated scenarios, is essential for the validation of the SUV’s characteristic Porsche E-Performance. The company emphasizes a balance between traditional design DNA and enhanced aerodynamics.
Jörg Kerner, Vice President of the Product Line Macan, highlights the challenge of blending Porsche’s signature driving dynamics and precision with increased efficiency and aesthetics. The design team, led by Peter Varga, Director of Exterior Design at Style Porsche, worked closely with aerodynamics engineers to achieve an optimal mix of form and function.
The vehicle boasts a drag coefficient (Cd value) of just 0.25, a significant improvement from the previous 0.35, thanks to innovative solutions like an automatically extending rear spoiler, active cooling flaps, and aerodynamically optimized tire contours. These features, combined with Porsche Active Aerodynamics (PAA), ensure that the Macan is one of the most aerodynamic SUVs on the market.
In terms of power, the Macan’s electric motors are powered by a 100 kWh lithium-ion battery, with up to 95 kWh usable capacity. The SUV’s 800-volt architecture facilitates fast charging across global markets, with a peak DC charging capacity of 270 kW. This allows the battery to charge from 10 to 80 percent in under 22 minutes at compatible charging stations.
Kerner stresses the importance of adaptable charging technology to meet various international standards, ensuring the Macan’s global appeal and practicality. Additionally, the vehicle supports AC charging up to 11 kW.
The all-electric Macan’s development also focuses on Porsche’s hallmark driving dynamics. Testing under extreme conditions, from the cold of Scandinavia to the heat of Death Valley, ensures the SUV performs flawlessly on any terrain. The model features a rear-focused all-wheel drive, with advanced PSM motors on both axles, capable of generating over 450 kW of overboost power.
The new Macan integrates Porsche Traction Management, Porsche Active Suspension Management with two-valve damper technology, air suspension, and, for the first time, rear-axle steering up to five degrees. These features promise to deliver the versatility and performance expected from the Macan line, now with the added benefits of electric propulsion.
As Porsche gears up for the world premiere of its all-electric Macan, the industry eagerly awaits what is poised to be a groundbreaking addition to the luxury SUV market, blending traditional Porsche performance with cutting-edge electric vehicle technology.
