Porsche’s stance on discontinuing the gas-powered Macan seems to be wavering as the automaker plans to introduce an electric version early next year while considering the continued sale of the current gasoline model.
The coexistence of both variants during the transition period might extend beyond the initial timeline due to uncertainties surrounding the market’s adoption of electric vehicles, as reported by Automotive News, citing information from dealer sources. A recent dealer meeting held by Porsche in the Canary Islands indicated a potential delay in phasing out the gas-powered Macan, which was originally targeted for 2025 or 2026. The report highlights concerns over the lack of charging infrastructure as a major factor influencing this decision.
Porsche intends to assess the sales performance over the next two years before making a final determination.
Last year, the Macan ranked as Porsche’s second most popular model, with 86,724 units delivered, while the Cayenne claimed the top spot with 95,604 deliveries during the same period.
Around a year ago, Albrecht Reimold, Porsche’s production chief, expressed the expectation that the electric Macan would eventually match the sales volumes of its gasoline-powered counterpart. Porsche has also publicly stated its goal of electrifying its entire lineup, with the exception of the iconic 911, by the end of the decade. This ambitious plan aims to achieve an 80% electric vehicle sales mix.
Prototypes of the electric Macan have been spotted undergoing testing. The vehicle’s design is expected to closely resemble the gas-powered model, with the notable addition of square-shaped headlights, which were first introduced on the Taycan and have since been incorporated into the Cayenne’s 2024 update.
The electric Macan will utilize Volkswagen Group’s new PPE (Premium Platform Electric) modular platform, jointly developed by Audi and Porsche. Audi is currently testing the Q6 E-Tron, the first model to adopt this platform, which will share significant similarities with the electric Macan as a close relative within the lineup.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about gas-powered Macan
What are the reasons for Porsche’s consideration of keeping the gas-powered Macan alongside the electric version?
Porsche is considering keeping the gas-powered Macan due to uncertainties surrounding the market’s transition to electric vehicles and concerns about the lack of charging infrastructure. The decision is being influenced by the need to assess sales performance over the next two years.
What were the sales figures for the Macan and Cayenne models?
In the previous year, the Macan was Porsche’s second most popular model, with 86,724 units delivered. The Cayenne claimed the top spot with 95,604 deliveries during the same period.
How does Porsche plan to achieve its electrification goals?
Porsche aims to have every vehicle in its lineup, except for the 911, powered by batteries by the end of the decade. This ambitious plan seeks to create an electric vehicle sales mix of 80%.
What can we expect from the design of the electric Macan?
The electric Macan’s design is expected to closely resemble the gas-powered model, but with the addition of more square-shaped headlights, which were first introduced on the Taycan and have since been incorporated into the Cayenne’s 2024 update.
What platform will underpin the electric Macan?
The electric Macan will be based on Volkswagen Group’s new PPE (Premium Platform Electric) modular platform, developed jointly by Audi and Porsche. This platform will also be used for the Audi Q6 E-Tron, which is closely related to the electric Macan.
More about gas-powered Macan
- Automotive News – Porsche may delay phase-out of gas-powered Macan
- Porsche Newsroom – Porsche’s vision for a sustainable future
- Motor1 – Porsche Macan electric prototype spy photos
- Volkswagen Group – PPE platform
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it’s great to hear that porsche wants to electrify their lineup, except for the 911. we need more car manufacturers committing to sustainable options. let’s hope they can achieve their goal of 80% electric vehicle sales!
i’m loving the idea of the electric macan with those square-shaped headlights, they look so cool! porsche always knows how to make their cars look sleek and futuristic.
the new PPE platform sounds interesting, especially since it’s developed by audi and porsche. can’t wait to see how it performs in the electric macan and the audi q6 e-tron. exciting times for electric vehicles!
porsche is still not sure if they will keep the gas macan? i mean come on, the market is moving toward electric cars, they should just go for it! but i guess the lack of charging infrastructure is a valid concern.
so the macan was porsche’s second most popular model last year? wow, that’s impressive! but i guess they have to make sure the electric version can match the sales of the gas one. fingers crossed!