Used 2015 Porsche Macan for sale 

The 2015 Porsche Macan is available in two trim options. The base Macan S trim starts at a price of $49,900. It gets the 3.0-liter V6 engine that generates 340 hp. The Macan Turbo is equipped with a more powerful 3.6-liter turbocharged V6 engine that generates 400 hp. The Turbo adds adaptive suspension dampers, 18-way power seats, navigation, and a better sound system.

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The Macan S would be our choice as it provides plenty of features as standard and that too at a comparatively lower price than the Macan Turbo. Sure the Turbo has a bigger engine that generates more power, but it is around $23,000 more expensive than the Macan S. So if high power is your requirement, go for the Turbo, or the Macan S would be more than sufficient for all your needs.

The 2015 Porsche Macan is available in two engine options. The base engine is a 3.0-liter Twin-turbocharged V6 that generates 340 hp along with 340 lb-ft of torque.

The Turbo trim is equipped with a 3.6-liter Twin-turbo V6 engine that generates 400 hp along with 406 lb-ft of torque. The engines are mated with a 7-speed automatic transmission that delivers instant shifts and is smooth to operate. 

The 2015 Macan is the most powerful option in the comparison. It is followed by the BMW X3 which generates 300 hp along with 300 lb-ft of torque. The Audi Q5 is next in line with 272 hp along with 295 lb-ft of torque. All the SUVs have a similar top speed of 155 mph, while the Porsche Macan is the quickest of them all with 0-60 mph covered in just 5.6 seconds. 

The high power output and quick acceleration demand high fuel from the Macan, and thus it lacks in terms of fuel economy when compared to its rivals. The Porsche Macan provides 17 mpg in the city, which improves to 23 mpg on the highway. Thus we get a combined mileage of 19 mpg from the Macan. The Macan has 19.8 gallons of fuel tank, which provides a maximum range of 444 miles. 

The 2015 Audi Q5 is the most fuel-efficient vehicle in comparison with a combined mileage of 26 mpg. The BMW X3 follows the Audi with a combined mileage of 24 mpg. The Audi also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 19.8 gallons and thus provides a better range than the Porsche. BMW X3 has the smallest fuel tank in the competition of 17.7 gallons. 

The 2015 Porsche Macan is one of the most comfortable SUVs available in the market. The leather upholstery and suede-like Alcantara seat inserts keep you comfortable yet provide the necessary grip.

The Porsche can carry up to 5 people inside the cabin and provides considerable spacing for the front row passengers. The rear row is slightly smaller but manageable. The Porsche is not big on the cargo volume as well, as it provides just 17.7 cu.ft of cargo volume, which is much less than what the rivals offer. 

The BMW X3 is the most spacious among the competition, but the Audi is not that far behind. The rear rows on the Audi and BMW provide great space for all the passengers. The BMW X3 also has the largest cargo volume of 27.6 cu.ft behind the rear seat, while the Audi provides 29.1 cu.ft. Major interior features available with the SUV are- 

• Auto engine stop-start
• Leather/simulated suede upholstery
• Dual-zone climate control
• 18-way power front sport seats 
• Alcantara headliner
• Heated front seats

How is the 2015 Porsche Macan Sedan’s infotainment system?

The infotainment system of the 2015 Porsche Macan consists of a 7-inch touchscreen display that is simple to operate. Along with that, it gets all the standard features like Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports, iPod Audio interface, and CD player.

There is no smartphone integration option like the Apple CarPlay or the Android Auto. As standard, it gets an 11-speaker audio system, but there is an opinion to opt for the 16-speaker Burmester Audio System which improves the in-cabin experience. Few key infotainment features include-

• 7-inch touchscreen display
• Bluetooth connectivity
• USB Ports
• iPod Audio interface
• CD Player
• 11-speaker audio system
• Voice command
• Navigation

The exterior of the Porsche Macan gets that iconic Porsche contours on the outside. But now, the design has been carved to include that SUV factor as well. This gives it a minimalist yet attractive look from the outside.

The Porsche Macan is the lightest in this competition, weighing at 4,112 pounds. It is the longest and widest when competitors as well. 

The Audi Q5 is the heaviest when compared to its rivals, and thus, is followed by the BMW X3. All the vehicles have a similar footprint on the road and get the 8-inch ground clearance to tackle the off roads as efficiently as the highways. When comparing the wheelbase, Audi brings the longest wheelbase of 111 inches. Few exterior highlights of the SUV include-

• Power liftgate
• Power/heated side-view mirrors
• Active bi-xenon headlights
• LED fog lights
• Aluminum accents
• Panoramic sunroof
• Front and rear parking sensors

Neither the NHTSA nor the IIHS have crash-tested the 2015 Porsche Macan. But the Macan has been built on a strong chassis that safeguards the passengers in case of an accident. Along with that, the Porsche is also equipped with multiple active and passive safety features that improve the safety factor of the vehicle. Some of those features include:

• Blind-Spot Alert
• Collision Warning System with Auto Brake
• Stability Control
• Traction Control
• Front and rear parking sensors(Optional)
• Rearview camera(Optional)
• Frontal collision warning and mitigation system(Optional)
• Automatic braking(Optional)
• Blind-spot monitoring(Optional)
• Lane departure warning and keeping assist(Optional)

This new release from Porsche is a powerful machine that competes with the best in the market. The powerful engine options provide great overall performance. The SUV is quick on acceleration but not so efficient when it comes to fuel economy. It also has limited cargo volume in the rear. But the interior is where the Macan shines as it is the most comfortable and loaded with features. Thus at $49,000, the Macan is one SUV to definitely look at.