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2016 Porsche Macan

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.

Porsche Macan
Pictured: Porsche Macan 4 IMG 2153. Photo: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles
S 4dr SUV AWD, Turbo 4dr SUV AWD
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 3.6L 6-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
19 combined · 17 city / 23 hwy
Length
184.3 in
Curb weight
4,112–4,244 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
6 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.

Watch out for

  • Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 17% below the 2016 small SUV average of 23 MPG.
  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
  • 6 recallsMore than similar models (about 2). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 23 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2016 Porsche Macan is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 3.6L 6-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 184 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,112 lb (S 4dr SUV AWD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 23 highway), 17% worse than the 2016 small SUV average of 23 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.

What changed for 2016

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 Macan — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 Macan →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
S 4dr SUV AWD184.3 in75.6 in63.8 in110.6 in64.2 / 65 in4,112 lb57/43
Turbo 4dr SUV AWD184.3 in75.6 in63.8 in110.6 in64.2 / 65 in4,244 lb57/43

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Macan S3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (AM-S7)All-Wheel Drive17 / 23 / 19-17%$4,350455
Macan Turbo3.6L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (AM-S7)All-Wheel Drive17 / 23 / 19-17%$4,350463
4/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $9,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
23 MPG2016 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Porsche Macan.

Similar 2016 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2016 Porsche Macan (this car)19 MPGNot rated6
2016 Porsche Cayenne24 MPGNot rated2
2016 BMW X525 MPGNot rated5
2016 BMW X330 MPGNot rated5
2016 Lexus RX30 MPGNot rated3
2016 Land Rover Discovery22 MPGNot rated0
2016 Audi Q526 MPGNot rated5

Recalls (6)

Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Anchorage · Jun 26, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V443000 · 37 vehicles

Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Macan S, 2017-2020 Macan, 2017 Panamera Turbo, 2018 and 2020 Macan Turbo and Panamera 4, 2018 Macan Sport Edition, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, and 2019 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly.
Risk
An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will replace and tighten the lower rear outboard seat belt anchor screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA9.
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · Mar 3, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V131000 · 39,547 vehicles

Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Macan, Macan Turbo Kits, Macan GTS, 2015-2018 Macan S, and Macan Turbo vehicles. The front passenger seat occupancy sensor mat may degrade and fail to detect a passenger in the front seat.
Risk
The air bag will not deploy during a crash if a front passenger is undetected, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA2.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Feb 12, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V077000 · 70,117 vehicles

Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Macan vehicles. The fuel pump service cover may contact the flow nozzle on the filter flange of the fuel pump, potentially causing cracks and a fuel leak.
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Porsche will rework or replace and apply a protective film to the fuel pump flange. in addition, the fuel pump flange will be inspected and replaced if cracks are present. The recall began April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA2.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · May 3, 2017

NHTSA campaign 17V289000 · 51,497 vehicles

Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Macan S and Macan Turbo vehicles, and 2017 Macan, Macan Turbo with the Performance Package, and Macan GTS vehicles. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flanges, replacing any that are cracked. Flanges that aren't cracked will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH06.
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification · Mar 2, 2017

NHTSA campaign 17V133000 · 17,871 vehicles

Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Macan S and Macan Turbo and 2017 Macan GTS vehicles. The passenger occupant detection sensor mat may fail in the front passenger seat, deactivating the front passenger air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag does not deploy as intended, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.
Fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH02.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Oct 30, 2015

NHTSA campaign 15V717000 · 21,835 vehicles

Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Macan S vehicles manufactured March 27, 2014, to October 27, 2015, and 2015-2016 Macan Turbo vehicles manufactured March 5, 2014, to October 27, 2015. The affected vehicles have a low pressure fuel line in the engine compartment that may leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved low pressure fuel line, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Porsche mailed an interim notification to owners on November 9, 2015 and will mail a second notice when parts are available. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AF06.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2016 Porsche Macan is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

31Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
1Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
1Injuries reported
49,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Air Bags15
Steering4
Engine4
Seat Belts2
Visibility/Wiper2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Seats2
Service Brakes2
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
20/01: 120/02: 120/03: 120/10: 221/01: 121/02: 121/07: 121/08: 121/09: 122/01: 122/02: 122/05: 122/11: 122/12: 123/02: 123/07: 124/06: 124/07: 124/10: 125/05: 125/07: 125/08: 125/10: 225/11: 120/0120/1021/0722/0122/1123/0724/1025/08max 2

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2016 Porsche Macan buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Air Bags — 15 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  3. Steering — 4 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
  4. Engine — 4 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 49,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Porsche Macan. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Macan years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Macan21185 inNot rated00
2025 Macan21185 inNot rated39
2024 Macan21185 inNot rated311
2023 Macan21185 inNot rated06
2022 Macan21185 inNot rated06
2021 Macan21185 inNot rated112
2020 Macan21185 inNot rated228
2019 Macan21184.3 inNot rated121
2018 Macan22184.3 inNot rated636
2017 Macan22184.3 inNot rated771
2015 Macan19184.3 inNot rated736

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Porsche. How we calculate this →