DecodedCars2026 Porsche Macan
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, EV 4dr SUV, S 4dr SUV AWD, Turbo / Gts 4dr SUV AWD
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 2.9L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- EV, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 19 city / 25 hwy
- EV range
- 332 mi · 11.5 h on 240 V
- Length
- 185–188.2 in
- Curb weight
- 4,098–5,005 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 332 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Electric version availableOffered as a electric as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 21 MPG combined, 30% below the 2026 small SUV average of 30.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 33 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Porsche Macan is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 2.9L 6-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,098 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (19 city / 25 highway), 30% worse than the 2026 small SUV average of 30.2 MPG, for an estimated $700 a year in fuel.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 332 miles and takes about 11.5 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2026
- Longest EV range up from 315 to 332 miles
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Macan →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 185 in | 75.6 in | 63.8 in | 110.6 in | 65.4 / 65 in | 4,098 lb | 57/43 |
| EV 4dr SUV | 188.2 in | 76.4 in | 63.8 in | 113.8 in | 66.5 / 65.4 in | 5,005 lb | 48/52 |
| S 4dr SUV AWD | 185 in | 75.6 in | 63.8 in | 110.6 in | 65.4 / 65 in | 4,211 lb | 57/43 |
| Turbo / Gts 4dr SUV AWD | 185 in | 75.6 in | 63.8 in | 110.6 in | 65.4 / 65 in | 4,288 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macan Electric 20in Wheels EV | 250 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 332 mi · 32.1011 kWh/100mi | – | $700 | – |
| Macan 4 Electric 20in Wheels EV | 175, 280 and 495 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 324 mi · 33.0508 kWh/100mi | – | $750 | – |
| Macan Electric EV | 280 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 309 mi · 34.5857 kWh/100mi | – | $800 | – |
| Macan 4 Electric EV | 175, 280 and 495 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 304 mi · 35.3093 kWh/100mi | – | $800 | – |
| Macan 4S Electric EV | 175, 280 and 495 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 290 mi · 36.7931 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| Macan GTS Electric EV | 175, 280 and 495 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 294 mi · 36.7101 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| Macan Turbo Electric EV | 175, 280 and 495 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 293 mi · 36.8515 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| Macan | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 25 / 21 | -19% | $3,900 | 424 |
| Macan T | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 25 / 21 | -19% | $3,900 | 424 |
| Macan S | 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | -27% | $4,350 | 465 |
| Macan GTS | 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -27% | $4,350 | 466 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Porsche Macan.
Similar 2026 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Porsche Macan (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Tesla Model Y | 357 mi | Not rated | 8 |
| 2026 Porsche Cayenne | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Land Rover Defender | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Porsche Macan.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Porsche Macan is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2026 Porsche Macan in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other Macan years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Macan | 21 | 185 in | Not rated | 3 | 9 |
| 2024 Macan | 21 | 185 in | Not rated | 3 | 11 |
| 2023 Macan | 21 | 185 in | Not rated | 0 | 6 |
| 2022 Macan | 21 | 185 in | Not rated | 0 | 6 |
| 2021 Macan | 21 | 185 in | Not rated | 1 | 12 |
| 2020 Macan | 21 | 185 in | Not rated | 2 | 28 |
| 2019 Macan | 21 | 184.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 21 |
| 2018 Macan | 22 | 184.3 in | Not rated | 6 | 36 |
| 2017 Macan | 22 | 184.3 in | Not rated | 7 | 71 |
| 2016 Macan | 19 | 184.3 in | Not rated | 6 | 31 |
| 2015 Macan | 19 | 184.3 in | Not rated | 7 | 36 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Porsche. How we calculate this →