My brother-in-law's Macan Turbo.

In the pastMy brother-in-law bought a Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo and I got to test drive it.Before the Panamera, I was driving a Macan Turbo. I rented that Macan Turbo for one day at the time and was allowed to drive it.Even though it's a compact SUV, it's a Porsche!"I would like to write down a review based on my husband's view before I forget.

2015 model, Macan Turbo

My brother-in-law's Macan Turbo is a 2015 model, almost fully optioned. The body color is Dark Blue Metallic, which is slightly bluer than our Night Blue Metallic. The interior is Luxor Beige.

Personal.Dark blue on the outside, beige on the inside.The combination of the two may be my favorite. So without further ado, I would like to introduce my husband's review.

(1) Ride comfort

I had heard that this Macan Turbo was equipped with air suspension, but since it had large 21-inch 911 Turbo Design wheels on its feet, I initially had no expectations regarding ride comfort based on its appearance.

However, theThe actual ride was the exact opposite of what I had imagined, and it was wonderfully comfortable.Even in Sport or Sport Plus, there is hardly any unpleasant thrust or bounce. Despite this, the suspension is firm and damped, and flat from start to finish in any mode.

The word "comfortable" can mean a variety of things, from a fluffy ride to a hard but angular ride.Macan's air suspension ride quality is "flatness".I think it is safe to say.

The high precision of the drivetrain's workmanship is probably the reason for the almost imperceptible friction. The smoothness is very pleasant, and when driving on a clean paved surface, the car glides along smoothly.It is more likeable than any air suspension I have ever driven, and I personally may even like it better than the current Panamera air suspension.

My brother also said that the ride feels better than the Range Rover Sport he later purchased, and that the body feels more solid and rigid.

(in colloquial usage, ironically or as a metaphor for) the two running of a race

Nothing happens when you attack a mountain road on a regular road. Of course, its high center of gravity means that it is no match for a 911 or similar at the limit, but it is surprisingly nimble in its handling.It feels as if you are "taking a corner in a hatchback even though it is an SUV.It was.

The stability on highways goes without saying and is excellent. The stability and sense of security especially when the car is in Sport Plus is remarkable. I even thought that if the law permitted it, I could cruise at 180 km/h or higher on any highway at any time.

(3) Engine

The car does not have a particularly good turning circle or outstanding response, but it does have power and response that live up to the Porsche name.Although you can feel that it is turbocharged, you do not feel any discomfort or difficulty in riding due to turbo lag.

While driving on the highway, even if the car is agitated from behind, a single step is enough to accelerate the following car to a small dot in the rear-view mirror.

What are your concerns?

(1) PDK

This generation of PDK sometimes feels a little gear noise and shock when going back and forth between first and second gear at very low speeds.

Those accustomed to torque converter ATs may find them uncomfortable, but I personally did not find them to be much of a problem. In this regard, it felt very similar to the late 970 Panamera Edition I had previously driven.

(2) Rear Seat

The rear seats are not as spacious as one might imagine from the body size.

of courseIt is perfectly fine for an adult male to sit in, but it is not roomy enough, so those who value interior space are better off with the Cayenne.I think.

(iii) Interior

This unit was almost fully optioned, so the interior quality and equipment were very luxurious.

But the bare-bones Macan isn't as luxurious as this one.Those who are particular about the quality of the interior should be proactive in selecting options.I think.

Sohyo (General Council of Trade Unions of Japan)

Finally, about my husband's general comments.

Macan Turbo. even though it is an SUV, it is definitely a sports car. Before I test drove it, I had an idea that it would be a sporty car to some extent because it is a Porsche SUV.When I actually drove the car, its performance completely exceeded the sporty imagination in my head.
If you haven't driven a Macan yet and are considering an SUV in the same class.I hope you've been fooled and take a test drive once.I think it is a good idea. Furthermore, I want you to drive it not only in the city, but also on highways and curves. You will find that it is a completely different vehicle from SUVs of other manufacturers.
Also.Air suspension is recommended.If I were to buy a Macan, I would definitely install this option. It was such a good impression of the suspension.

He said. When my husband borrowed a Macan from his brother-in-lawWhy don't you drive?"But I said, "No, no, no, I don't want to damage my precious Porsche. I didn't drive after all.

Looking back, I wish I had been allowed to drive just a little bit!(When I rented a 911 in Germany and a GLS in the U.S., I did not drive like that.)

I would love to go for a test drive when the new Macan comes out.