The other day.Porsche Macan S (earlier model)for about a week.and I would like to review it.

There are three main generations of Macans.

The Porsche Macan (95B model) has been on the market since 2014 with a series of minor changes, making it a relatively long-lived vehicle.

There are three main types of Macan: early, mid, and the current model, the late model. The feature of the early Macan that I will discuss here is that the rear tail lamps are not connected. I am.early period, ,medium-term, ,finalexperienced with both types, but the personality varies considerably from type to type.

In this issue.I would like to report on the characteristics of the first semester through comparisons with the middle and second semesters.I think.

Macan S (early model)

The Macan S in this case is a basic Macan in an almost bare-bones state.Standard wheels with 18" tires, standard suspension without PASM, no sport exhaust, no sport chrono package, and no driving options at all.The first is.

Initially, I went in not expecting much.Immediately after starting the engine, the power is great.Even though there is no sport exhaust, the sound is quite explosive on a cold start. This is a powerful sound that cannot be experienced easily in mid-range or later models.

Surprised at how brave he is, he puts the large shift lever, which now even has a slightly legacy feel to it, in the D range and starts driving.

Impression of running start

It is a "Porsche" from the moment you start driving.This is definitely a "Porsche".

The mid- and late-model cars are Porsches, of course, but they have a distinctly richer taste than the mid- and late-model cars. The tires grip the road surface gently, and there is no sense of an odd lightness. The steering response is not loose at all, and yet it does not feel overly agile.

Thanks to the moderate steering weight, it is easy to perform subtle steering maneuvers, and the car moves very linearly in response to the slightest maneuver.

It is a matter of course that the car responds to the amount of steering wheel operation, but in the case of the Macan, even the speed of the steering wheel operation is truly synchronized with the car's movement.

It would be better to describe it as having one more parameter than the steering operation of an ordinary car. It is hard to find a car in which the amount and speed of steering wheel operation are so synchronized and accurately transmitted.

It is exactly the same feeling that can be experienced with the 911.

That is why driving is really pleasant. It is as if the driver's feelings and thoughts are directly transmitted to the car, and the car never betrays the driver's intentions. It is truly the movement of a sports car in which man and horse are one.

And the ride is very comfortable. It's a constant ride in any situation.It's hard to believe this is a standard suspension without PASM.It is. I think this is the best combination of wheels and suspension. The standard 18-inch wheels are well balanced with the standard suspension.

Already grinning, I ran through the city to the mountain road.

My wife also said, "I knew this Macan was different within two seconds of getting in it.I don't think it's an exaggeration to say that.

Engine and PDK

Turn on sport mode and then manual mode. While making use of the paddle shifters, pull the engine rpm in 2nd gear and go to 3rd gear. At high rpms, the PDK's shifting sound of "bash! the gear shifting sound of the PDK is heard, and the car shifts gears with a sound like a 911, or even a GT3.

This isFrankly, this is a performance that cannot be experienced with mid- or late-period PDK.

Shifting downshifts are also great, with the engine blowing hard and the big tachometer needle dancing. The shifting speed is also excellent. The downshift is accompanied by a racy, pleasant sound.

This is Porsche.

The owner of a 718 Cayman GTS, who also rode with us later, was surprised at the power of this PDK. He said, "I was surprised at the power of the PDK.The gearshift sounds better than the 718!And.

Incidentally, when the sport exhaust is turned on in a previous-generation turbo or GTS, the sound of the gearshift and exhaust is so powerful that you might think it is more powerful than a 911. If you have a chance, please give it a try.

The engine's sense of power and torque production is excellent, and even though it is a turbocharged engine, there is a strong sense of power extension as the rpm increases. The rev feel is precise and smooth. The tachometer needle kept rising, as if to say, "This is not your average utility vehicle engine.

Impressions of handling and ride quality

Needless to say, the handling is excellent.

The mid- and late-range models are more nimble in handling, with a light but firm grip on the road.The Macan of the previous period is the opposite of light and has a strong sense of massiveness.

However, when I say "massive," I'm not talking about the physical heaviness of the steering wheel operation itself.The whole car has a high density, or rather, a feeling that makes you think that all the suspension arms, bushings, etc. are rigid and stiff.The first is.

Therefore, the driver feels very secure. The steering wheel moves exactly as you want it to, and you can feel the road surface information from the steering wheel.Drivers can drive the Macan with total confidence.The first is the "I" in "I".

The brakes are perfect and very controllable.

The brakes, which respond to the force of one's foot pressure, are just like Porsche's, and there is no compromise in feel even though the car is an SUV. The brakes are truly the brakes of a Porsche.

Decelerate, use the paddle shifters to drop down a gear, and enjoy the loud blipping sound as you turn the steering wheel, which has a wonderful, high-quality feel. Opening the throttle and driving through each corner with strong traction is truly a moment of supreme pleasure.

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It had been a long time since I had driven a first semester Macan, and it was great.I can say 'good' with all hands.

I thought it was good when it was launched, but now that I ride it again, it is truly wonderful.

Although a Mercedes GLB will be delivered to our home soon, I have to admit that I wished I had opted for a used early model Macan.

That's how great the previous year's Macan was.

If I were to give advice to someone who is thinking of buying a previous-generation Macan, I would sayRecommend a model with air suspension.The air suspension of the previous year really makes the ride more comfortable. By the way, my brother is rather a Porsche hater and always speaks ill of Porsches, but he says that "The air suspension in the previous Macan rides better than the air suspension in any luxury car I've ever driven!Yes," he said.

In addition, the air suspension lowers the vehicle's height, which lowers the center of gravity and makes the vehicle very sporty.

Also, if you value the sound, which is a feature of the previous model, I recommend a vehicle with a sports exhaust or a GTS. The GTS, especially in the previous model year, has the most explosive sound on the market. Probably, it is hard to find a person who is not satisfied with it.

By the way, I would haveWith the early Macan, I would go for a turbo with air suspension.A GTS would be fine, but a turbo with a sport exhaust would be powerful enough and close to the GTS.

The number of good-quality early-model Macans will probably decrease rapidly in the used market in the future. The price is expected to remain stable at a high level. It is a very good buy if you take care of the PTM failure often heard about and maintain the PDK oil and differential oil well.

For those who value practicality, ease of driving, and quietness that even the wife can use without hesitation, we recommend the mid- or late-model Macan. The early Macan is the car for enthusiasts who seek a rich Porsche taste.