UK Drive: Is the GTS the sweet spot of the Porsche Macan Electric line-up?
The GTS has always been a solid choice regardless of which Porsche model you opt for, but is that the case with the Macan Electric? Jack Evans finds o
What is it?
With a range of changes over the standard electric model, the GTS aims to be – as so many cars before it have been – a ‘goldilocks’ model within the line-up. We’ve been trying it in the UK for the first time to find out.
What’s new?
Price-wise, the GTS sits bang in the middle of the Macan Electric range. The standard car starts at just under £70,000, with the GTS model coming in at £90,800 before options. At the top of the tree sits the £99,300 Macan Turbo Electric.
What’s under the bonnet?
Brought together, that power and torque will get the Macan GTS from 0-60mph in 3.5 seconds and onwards to a top speed of 155mph. Porsche claims a range of up to 358 miles from the GTS, too, while a maximum charge speed of 270kW will allow the Macan to go from 10 to 80 per cent in 21 minutes when it’s hooked up to a rapid charger.
What’s it like to drive?
While the range-topping Turbo might deliver the headline performance, even a brief blip of throttle in the GTS leaves you wondering why you’d need any more power. That sound generator isn’t bad, either, but for most of the time we did leave it off – the whole car feels a lot more relaxing without it.
How does it look?
Our test car came finished in optional Carmine Red – a £1,245 extra – and though a little bit more expensive, it did suit the GTS down to the ground. The standard 21-inch alloy wheels finished in grey also look great, particularly with that bright red exterior paint.
What’s it like inside?
Space-wise, the Macan does well and there’s plenty of room in the back for passengers. The Macan also offers a 476-litre boot, while an extra 84 litres comes via the well-sized ‘frunk’ which is ideal for storing the car’s charging cables in.
What’s the spec like?
We’ve also got to praise the Porsche app, which gives you a good idea of key details about the car. It’s also great for planning out a route, as it’ll take into account charge stops and which ones will offer you the quickest top-ups.
Verdict
The Macan GTS certainly lives up to that famous moniker. From within the Macan Electric range, it does feel like the best choice, blending the type of performance that you’d expect from a Porsche but with just the right level of equipment.
Add in a decent amount of range, a fast charging speed and impressive acceleration, and you have a package that is hard to ignore.