Robert Ackers
Summary
- The Macan GTS features a dual-motor powertrain with 509 bhp, up to 563 bhp with overboost.
- The vehicle supports 800V DC charging, reaching 10–80% in approximately 21 minutes.
Porsche has added a new, driver-focused member to the Macan Electric line: the Macan GTS. Positioned between the 4S and the Turbo, the GTS starts at £89,000 and aims to combine blistering straight-line pace with sharper handling and a more engaging driving feel.
Key highlights
- Dual-motor powertrain producing 509 bhp with 563 bhp available briefly via launch control (overboost).
- 0–62 mph in 3.8 seconds (with launch control).
- Top speed: 155 mph.
- Battery: 100 kWh / Range: up to 363 miles (Porsche figure).
- 800V DC charging up to 270 kW — 10–80% in ~21 minutes (Porsche figure).
- Chassis upgrades: electronic rear differential, bespoke damper and anti-roll bar tuning, traction control and torque vectoring systems, optional rear-axle steering.
Performance and powertrain
The Macan GTS uses a dual-motor electric setup that delivers a base output of 509 bhp, which can be temporarily raised to 563 bhp using launch control. Much of that performance comes from a rear motor shared with the Turbo, giving the GTS a rear-biased power delivery for a more dynamic, driver-oriented feel. Porsche quotes a 0–62 mph time of 3.8 seconds, putting the GTS ahead of the 4S by about 0.3s and just behind the Turbo by around 0.5s.
Handling and chassis tuning
Porsche tuned the GTS specifically for driver engagement:
- Electronic rear differential for improved traction and cornering precision.
- 48:52 weight distribution for a rear-biased dynamic balance.
- Dampers and anti-roll bar reworked for sharper responses.
- Bespoke traction control and torque vectoring to sharpen turn-in and mid-corner behavior.
- Ride lowered by 10 mm to reduce center of gravity.
- Optional rear-axle steering for enhanced agility at low speeds and stability at high speeds.
Range & charging
The Macan GTS uses the same 100 kWh battery pack found in the 4S and Turbo variants. Porsche estimates up to 363 miles of range on a single charge (cycle details per Porsche). Fast charging runs on an 800V DC architecture with a peak rate of 270 kW, allowing a 10–80% top-up in about 21 minutes under ideal conditions.
Design & exterior
Visually the GTS separates itself from other Macan Electrics with:
- All-black detailing and bespoke styling cues.
- Wider side skirts and new front and rear aprons.
- Standard 21-inch alloys; 22-inch wheels available as an option.
Interior & tech
Inside, the GTS adopts the same modern cockpit as the rest of the Macan Electric range, including:
- 12.6-inch driver display.
- 10.9-inch central touchscreen and an optional 10.9-inch passenger touchscreen.
- Trim combines Race-Tex upholstery with black leather for a sportier, premium look.
Pricing & positioning
The Macan GTS is priced from £89,000, slotting between the 4S and the Turbo models. Its focus is not just outright power but a more connected driving experience — rear-biased power, bespoke chassis tuning and driver-first features.
Quick spec summary
| Item | Macan GTS Electric |
|---|---|
| Power | 509 bhp (563 bhp overboost via launch control) |
| 0–62 mph | 3.8 seconds |
| Top speed | 155 mph |
| Battery | 100 kWh |
| Range | Up to 363 miles |
| Charging | 800V DC, up to 270 kW (10–80% ≈ 21 min) |
| Ride height | 10 mm lower than standard Macan |
| Weight distribution | 48:52 |
| Wheels | 21 in standard (22 in optional) |
| Starting price | £89,000 |
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