போர்ஸ்சி மாகன் 2013-2019 Turbo

Macan 2013-2019 Turbo மதிப்பீடு

Porsche Macan, one of the highly anticipated vehicles has finally arrived in the car market of India. This latest SUV comes in two variants among which, the Porsche Macan Turbo is the petrol variant. It is powered by 3.6-litre, V6 petrol power plant that is capable of unleashing a maximum power of 400bhp along with a commanding torque output of 550Nm. This newest vehicle is blend of advanced technologies like Porsche Traction Management and VarioCam Plus System. The PTM is an active all-wheel drive system that comprises of automatic brake differential, anti-slip regulation and map controlled multi-plate clutch. It regulates the distribution of drive force between front and rear axles and makes the drive more supple. This vehicle has a comfort feature like Porsche Car Connect, which allows you to control certain functions of this SUV remotely with the help of a smartphone. This advanced SUV comes with 545watt BOSE surround system featuring 14 loud speakers and a 9-channel amplifier. At the same time, it is blessed with advanced safety aspects like engine immobilizer with in-key transponder including two stage locking, remote central locking and Porsche dynamic lighting system featuring bi-xenon lamps. This vehicle will compete with the likes of Land Rover Range Rover, Mercedes Benz GL class and BMW X5 in the Indian automobile market.

Exteriors:

This SUV comes with the Porsche's design language that gives it a distinct look. To start with the front profile, it has a huge air dam that provides better air intake and contributes towards improving engine performance. Just above this, there is signature oval shaped headlight cluster that is skillfully equipped with bi-xenon headlamps and turn indicators. Also, it is incorporated with daytime running lights, which further amplifies the front profile. Its bumper is in body color, but it is affixed with a black protective cladding along with an aluminum under-body guard, which gives it an aggressive look. Its side profile has a unique structure owing to its expressive wheel arches and stylish window lining. This trim is blessed with a set of 19-inch lightweight alloy wheels, which are further covered with a set of 235/55 R15 sized tubeless radial tyres . Its window sill surround gets a lot of chrome treatment whereas its ORVM caps and its door handles are in body color. Coming to the rear, it has a stylish taillight cluster that comes incorporated with high intensity LED brake lights and turn indicators. The main highlight of its rear profile is its sporty dual tone bumper that comes fitted with an aluminum protective cladding along with quad tailpipes.

Interiors:

This Porsche Macan Turbo trim is blessed with plush interior cabin that is done up with brushed aluminum package, which is further accentuated by silver inserts. The dashboard has a distinct design with a dual tone look and is equipped with several aspects like a storage compartment, infotainment unit, and a stylish instrument panel. It also has trendy central console that comes equipped with an infotainment system and ergonomically positioned control switches . The leather wrapped multi-functional steering wheel has three spokes that gets a high-gloss black and silver inserts. The individual seats in the cockpit are adjustable in 18-different ways and has a memory function as well. The rear bench seat have 40:20:40 split folding facility, which helps to increase the total boot volume to about 1500 litre, which is quite large. On the other hand, this SUV comes loaded with several utility features like front sun visors, inside rear view mirror with anti glare effect, drink holders and room lamps.

Engine and Performance:

Powering this variant is the advanced 3.6-litre, V6 petrol engine that has a displacement capacity of 3604cc . It comprises of six cylinders, 24-valves and is further integrated with two turbocharging units. This allows the motor to unleash a maximum power of about 400bhp at 6000rpm that results in a commanding torque output of 550Nm between just 1350 to 4500rpm. It is mated with a 7-speed PDK automatic transmission gearbox that works in combination with Porsche traction management to distribute torque output to all four wheels. This vehicle takes only about 4.6 seconds to breach a 100 Kmph speed mark from a standstill and it can attain a top speed of 266 Kmph. On the other hand, it can deliver an average mileage of approximately 11.23 Kmpl.

Braking and Handling:

Both the front and rear axles have been coupled with a multi-link type of suspension system that is further assisted by steel springs. As far as the braking is concerned, both the front and rear wheels are paired with internally vented brake discs that are accompanied by six piston aluminum monobloc fixed brake calipers with red finish. It is also incorporated with anti-lock braking system, emergency brake assist and electronic brake force distribution. In addition to these, there is anti-slip regulation, Porsche traction management and automatic brake differential that helps to improve traction and keeps the vehicle agile. At the same time, it comes incorporated with a power steering system with speed related function, which simplifies the handling of this SUV.

Comfort Features:

This Porsche Macan S Turbo is high-end luxury vehicle that is loaded with several advanced features as standard. It has a list of features including a multi-functional steering wheel with gearshift paddles, 18-way electrically adjustable front seats with memory package, non-smoking package, four 12V accessory power sockets and an automatic climate control unit with separate temperature setting for front passenger and driver . This trim is also equipped with an on-board computer and an advanced instrument cluster featuring 4.8-inch color display that provides information regarding external temperature, gear indication for PDK and several other warning lights. It is also equipped with a Porsche communication management system including a navigation module and a high resolution 7-inch color display.

Safety Features:

The auto maker has bestowed this trim with several advanced passive safety, braking and lighting system. The list includes side impact protection beams in doors, three-point automatic seat belts, six airbags, ISOFIX mounting points for child seats, rollover detection for activation of curtain airbags, remote central locking, alarm system and an advanced engine immobilizer. Its lighting system includes automatic headlight activation including welcoming home lights along with bi-xenon lamps with static and dynamic cornering function.


Pros:

1. Safety levels are at par with other contenders.

2. High ground clearance makes it a perfect off-roader.

Cons:

1. Price range is too high.

2. Maintaining this vehicle is quite expensive.