Automotive
Long-term test of Porsche Macan T concludes after 40,000 miles
A multi-month evaluation highlights reliable mechanical performance and strong handling alongside notable maintenance costs and sluggish baseline acceleration.
The short version
- Car and Driver wrapped up a 40,000-mile long-term evaluation of a 2024 Porsche Macan T.
- The vehicle delivered zero unscheduled mechanical breakdowns, though maintenance across the test totaled $4,072 after the initial free service.
- Reviewers praised the crossover's chassis dynamics while critiquing its 261-horsepower engine's delayed throttle response in standard driving mode.
- Porsche ended production of the gasoline-powered Macan lineup in July 2026.
Key facts
- The tested 2024 Porsche Macan T carried a base price of $68,150 and reached $82,980 with added options.[Car and Driver]
- The vehicle is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine generating 261 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque.[Car and Driver]
- Routine maintenance costs totaled $4,072 after the complimentary 10,000-mile service, including a $2,310 bill at the 40,000-mile mark.[Car and Driver]
- The Macan T suffered no unscheduled mechanical garage visits during the 40,000-mile test, outside of routine maintenance and a glass replacement.[Car and Driver]
- Porsche ceased manufacturing the internal combustion engine version of the Macan in July.[Car and Driver]