Porsche has expanded its Macan range with the addition of the new Macan T in Australia.
The letter “T” stands for “Touring” and has been applied to selected Porsche models since the 1960s.
Macan is the first four-door Porsche to wear the badge that has been previously reserved for 911 and 718 models.
The Macan T will sit between the entry Macan and Macan S in a four-model range, with the GTS at the top of the lineup.
It’s powered by the same turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine from the entry model, with 195 kW of power and maximum torque of 400Nm between 1800 and 4500 rpm.
Paired with a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic transmission, with drive to all four wheels, it accelerates from 0 – 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds and has a top speed of 232km/h with the standard-fit Sport Chrono package.
Fuel consumption is a claimed 9.5L/100km.
Macan T is fitted with eight-way electrically adjustable sports seats. Both front seats are heated.
With a rear-wheel drive bias Macan T has steel-sprung suspension, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and a 15mm lower ride height.
Macan T also uses stiffer anti-roll bars on the front axle to reduce body roll and provide a more direct steering feel for the driver.
As a result it delivers increased agility, responsive steering behaviour and sportscar handling deliver great driving pleasure along with long-distance touring comfort and everyday usability.
Front brakes are 34 x 350mm diameter vented discs, with four-piston aluminium monobloc fixed brake calipers.
At the rear are 22 x 330mm diameter vented discs, with combination floating calipers.
The 20-inch light alloy Macan S wheels finished in Dark Titanium are fitted with 265/45 R20 tyres front and 295/40 R20 tyres at the rear.
Macan T is offered in 13 different exterior paint colours and is priced from $92,700 plus on-roads.
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