Porsche has introduced new additions to its Macan electric vehicle (EV) lineup, including the rear-wheel drive (RWD) and 4S models. Additionally, a new off-road design package is available as an option for all Macan EV versions.
The all-electric Macan RWD focuses on efficiency with a 100 kWh battery and advanced power electronics. This model uses the same rear-axle motor as the Macan 4 EV but is 243 pounds lighter.
“The electric motor has a 480-amp pulse inverter (PWR) with silicon carbide (SiC) transistors to increase efficiency. This efficient semiconductor reduces switching losses in the PWR and enables higher switching frequencies. In combination with Launch Control, the Macan produces up to 265 kW (355 hp) of overboost power, and the maximum torque is 415 lb.-ft. From a standing start, the car reaches the 60-mph mark in 5.4 seconds and has a top track speed of 136 mph,” Porsche said about the Macan RWD model.
The Porsche Macan 4S features powerful electric motors and Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) as standard. Positioned between the Macan 4 and Macan Turbo, the Macan 4S includes a new rear-axle motor and a 600-amp SiC pulse inverter.
The front-axle motor is the same as in the Macan 4 and Macan Turbo. “The Macan 4S has a new rear-axle motor and a powerful 600-amp SiC pulse inverter. The front-axle motor is the same as used on the Macan 4 and Macan Turbo.
Together, this results in a system output of 330 kW (442 hp) with a short power overboost of up to 380 kW (509 hp). With Launch Control, the maximum torque is 578 lb.-ft. The performance figures are correspondingly impressive: with Launch Control, the Macan 4S can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds and has a top track speed of 149 mph,” Porsche noted.
Both the Macan RWD and Macan 4S utilize 800-volt architecture, allowing for DC charging capacities up to 270 kW. According to Porsche, the new Macan EV models can charge from 10% to 80% in approximately 21 minutes with a compatible DC fast-charging station.
The new Porsche Macan EV models are now available for order, with deliveries in the United States expected to commence by Q4 2024. The delivery, processing, and handling fee is $1,995. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Pricing (MSRP) for the Macan RWD starts at $75,300, while the Macan 4S is priced at $84,900.
