The Macan is a go!
The Porsche Macan, the little brother of the Cayenne will be produced in 2014!
“WHAT IT IS: Porsche’s entry-level SUV. Did you ever think you’d see those words in the same sentence? It’s like “McDonald’s new $62 porterhouse.” Initially, the Cajun will come as a coupe; two years after the coupe arrives, a five-door will debut. A low roofline and a Porsche-designed interior will differentiate the Cajun from its platform-mate, the Audi Q5. Much of the cabin, including a Panamera-like raised center console, will reportedly be shared with the upcoming Porsche Boxster.
WHY IT MATTERS: Porsche wants to become a full-line car manufacturer, and the Cajun could give its dealers big volume.
PLATFORM: Wider and slightly shorter than the Q5, the Cajun will share its powertrain and all-wheel drive with the Audi. Porsche will develop chassis and brake components.
POWERTRAIN: Europeans will get a number of options including diesels and hybrids, but Americans are expected to get a choice of two gas engines—Audi’s turbocharged 2.0-liter four with 237 horsepower or a supercharged 288-hp V-6. A seven-speed manual is a possibility, but most, if not all, Cajuns will get a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.
COMPETITION: Audi Q5, BMW X3, Infiniti EX35, Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Mercedes-Benz GLK.”
