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Mar 2, 2014 5:32:30 AM
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Re: OFFICIAL: Porsche Macan
Woolfe:
Hi Wonderbar,
From the specs it would seem that the Macan diesel is slower than the Audi SQ5, any reason that Porsche did not use this power plant?
Want to know the same thing... It's the main reason why I didn't order a Macan. Felt a bit strange to "up"-grade from SQ5 to a Porsche Macan, knowing that the Audi is arguably the nicer car, has a much better engine and is faster.
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Mar 5, 2014 7:12:10 AM
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Re: OFFICIAL: Porsche Macan
WAY:
Yeah I don't get it either. Something to do with parking brake apparently?
Car & Driver wrote something about this back in December. Here's your answer:
The Rear Brakes Use Sliding Calipers
Here’s the one real compromise Porsche made in adapting the Q5 mechanicals for the Macan. Because Porsche retained an electric parking brake, but wouldn’t install an auxiliary caliper on each rear knuckle, the rear axle is fitted with sliding calipers borrowed from the Q5. Even when you put up the cash for the optional carbon-ceramic brakes, Porsche merely paints the same binders yellow. Perhaps Porsche needs to consult with BMW, which has exactly the hardware Porsche needs—opposed-piston rear calipers with an integrated electric parking brake—on its new M3 and M4. The decision to use sliding rear calipers shouldn’t stretch stopping distances significantly. The Macan’s relatively high center of gravity means the six-piston front binders do most of the work. Still, the sliding calipers smack of taking the easy way out rather than spending the money to develop an appropriate solution for a Porsche.
Source: http://blog.caranddriver.com/seven-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-2015-porsche-macan/
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Mar 5, 2014 7:22:36 AM
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Re: OFFICIAL: Porsche Macan
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Floating caliper on a Porsche? I hadn't seen this since the base 944. And this looks like a rear ceramic brake; funny place to cut cost.
Hehe.... pure Audi - thats an Q5 brake. Again it shows that the car is more Audi then Porsche. But as long people just buy the badge the world is ok 
Re: OFFICIAL: Porsche Macan
Thanks for the clarification (Way, Rulesdontapply).
Lars, it may be an Ausi part, but you have to admit that it looks much better painted yellow, and with that Porsche script on it 
Joking aside, I'm sure the water pump and a bunch of other less visible parts are stamped VW-Audi; not only on the Macan, but on the 991 and others higher end models...
Mar 6, 2014 10:36:58 AM
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Mar 6, 2014 10:39:17 AM
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Re: OFFICIAL: Porsche Macan
"The front brakes are six-piston fixed calipers, sourced from Brembo, clamping down on ventilated iron rotors. The rear calipers are single-piston sliding units, a configuration we cannot recall Porsche using in decades, over a ventilated iron rotor. When asked, an engineer explained, matter-of-factly, that the rear braking system, along with its integrated electric parking brake, was carried over directly from the Audi Q5. Even when upgraded with the optional Porsche Carbon-Ceramic Brakes (PCCB), another first in this segment, there is a single-piston sliding caliper over a ventilated ceramic rotor."
http://www.ctcmotors.com/2014/01/2015-porsche-macan-turbo.html
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Mar 7, 2014 1:55:47 PM
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Re: OFFICIAL: Porsche Macan
i spent considerable time in the Macans (S and Turbo) at the Geneva Show. My impressions:
1. Exterior is nicely proportioned and designed, even aggressive from the rear. Tail pipes are prominent and give a real appearance of power and sportiness. Larger rims are a must on this car, IMHO. Even larger rims and tires will be available by the end of 2014.
2. Compared to Cayenne, interior is and feels cramped. With front seats moved back for taller front seat occupants, rear leg room is mostly non-existent. Buyers should really evaluate back seat occupancy usage before buying a Macan,
3. Interior in black looks bland, even cheap, without any exclusive options. Deviated stitching and other touches--on their way by end of the year--would really help. They will come with a cost of course, sending a Turbo easily into the $100K range. At that point, a Cayenne GTS would be an attractive alternative. Unless you are in a rush to buy now, I would wait until more interior touches are available. A lighter interior might also help.
4. The Macans at the Show were easily the centers of attention on the Porsche stand. Most people, at least from my observation, focused on rear seating and trunk space.
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The Macan trunk is smaller, but seems fine. i don't think you will be concerned or disappointed.
I should have mentioned that the steering wheel is quite attractive, and that the driving position is Porsche quality. Good choice on the red/black , as it will brighten up the interior and also emphasize the sporty character of the car.
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Mar 8, 2014 7:59:09 AM
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Re: OFFICIAL: Porsche Macan
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Re: OFFICIAL: Porsche Macan
PBS2010:
This is the GT3 forum. Please drop the SUV from this place.
Thanks.
You know that you shouldn't drink and drive, right? This is valid for the usage of this forum too. 
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