Right now, we have the current macan s to configure, which starts at. Thats doing something strange to the world of performance cars. The getting is good on sq5s so if you are considering one, now is the time. Image its the best 2015 porsche macan s longterm road testif you want a small luxury crossover and can afford a 2015 porsche macan s just go buy one. Comparing the 2019 audi sq5 and 2019 porsche macan. The admittedly less powerful entrylevel audi is over. Oct 16, 2017 porsche macan gts vs audi sq5 image 1 of 57 image 1 of 57 11 oct, 2017 2. Nov 27, 2014 2014 audi sq5 vs 2015 porsche macan s. Can it beat the uberpopular range rover evoque and audis rangetopping q5, the sq5. The sq5 is nicer to drive in day to day conditions, but as we would discover, the porsche has a much greater breadth of ability. The rounded features of the macan, namely the rear greenhouse, pinch above the rear wheels to give the suv some curvaceous haunches, evoke a more sporting nature. The premium model is very wellequipped for a base model, with tons of luxury and convenience features in addition to. Thanks to firmer suspension and wider and larger 20inch alloy wheels, it makes for a grippy and rapid car for driving along country roads, albeit one which pummels roads into submission as opposed to flowing along them.
That leaves audis freshly minted sq5, mercedesamgs glc43, and our returning champ, porsches macan. The new porsche macan s and audi sq5 are near the top end of that spectrum, while the acura rdx aspec and ford edge st are much more affordable. But the sq5 has a really annoying dead spot between about 12k off the line. The sq5s eightspeed zf torqueconverter automatic takes smooth advantage, making it easily the best powertrain in this test. This thought came to me as i was driving the 2018 audi sq5. Problem is if i have to wait 6 months for a macan to my specs i think the fl will just be too close. When audi launched its sq5 in 20, it added performance to its midsize suv. Macan in gts trim is a completely different ballgame. With the smaller 2015 porsche macan suv, a company once known for sports cars may see four or fiveseaters account for 75 percent of its global sales. While making a direct comparison to the old sq5 isnt really fair, those seeking to replicate or better that models 42mpg figure will have to wait for audi to bring out a diesel version of. Oct 19, 2017 but wait, you say, this is the newest and best from the company that arguably first laid claim to the tiny piece of performance pie in dispute here. The s in the name means this is the highperformance. The macan has an equally odd placement for the heated steering wheel control, located on the backside of the bottom of the steering wheel where you will never see it. May 23, 2017 regardless, the sq5 and macan are based on the same platform, even though the sq5 is a newer design off that.
Highperformance suvs do battle as the 355bhp porsche macan gts meets new 349bhp audi sq5. Range rover evoque vs porsche macan vs audi sq5 what car. And truth be told, this sq5 is a very solid machine. In the sq5, theres not a lot to be gained from revving the engine to the redline. Nov 27, 2014 the macan has an equally odd placement for the heated steering wheel control, located on the backside of the bottom of the steering wheel where you will never see it. Best bet may be to wait till the end of the month and see how aggressive theyd get. Oct 25, 2014 the new porsche macan promises sports car pace and handling in an suv package. This is the diesel version of the excellent new porsche macan suv that we drove in turbo guise earlier this week. The new porsche macan promises sports car pace and handling in an suv package. But while the macan puts an emphasis on performance, the q5 is all about tech. Waiting lists are playing a part in buying decisions as much as brand image though youll have to wait as long as 12 months for your new macan s diesel to be delivered, rather than just three or. Comparison audi sq5 prestige quattro 2018 vs porsche. See more of the 2014 audi sq5 sure, the macan shares a platform with the audi q5, but that means very little in the modern car market.
It also makes less road noise than the macan and its secondary ride. Key specifications for 2019 audi sq5 fuel economy 10. Sq5 has more power, but is not as quick is interesting, must be power band on 3. There is an immense amount of common ground among the three assembled. Glks and x3s are also down on luggage capacity compared with americas similarlysized topselling utility vehicles. Looks are subjective but, for me, the macan is the prettier car.
Compare the 2020 audi sq5 and the 2019 porsche macan. Regardless, the sq5 and macan are based on the same platform, even though the sq5 is a newer design off that. Feb 07, 2017 im tossing up between a macan s or audi sq5. Again, better to wait for a comparative test, but its likely that the audi will beat vigorously the mb in pretty everything. Back to the sq5 and a few of my thoughts on getting a suv type replacement for my sd. The sq5 is about 12 weeks, so i could get one sooner than a macan, but im not that fussed about how long i wait, im not in a hurry. The new taycan search inventory build your porsche car configurator find a dealer compare models. Porsche introduced the macan suv in 2014, but this gts model was added to the range later, in 2015. Nov 21, 2019 the macan now offers two new turbo v6s as part of a facelift it received in 2019. Jul 26, 2019 take the porsche macan and the audi q5. Look to the redesigned audi sq5, the bmw x3 xdrive35i and x4 m40i, supercharged v6 versions of the jaguar fpace, and the mercedesamg glc43 and glc43 coupe. Aug 07, 2017 while making a direct comparison to the old sq5 isnt really fair, those seeking to replicate or better that models 42mpg figure will have to wait for audi to bring out a diesel version of. Porsche macan gts vs audi sq5 image 1 of 57 image 1 of 57 11 oct, 2017 2. The new audi sq5 is slower, thirstier and costlier than before, yet its better.
Click image to enlarge the audis boxlike styling even though the roofline slopes down toward the rear radiates a sense of strength. Its the best 2015 porsche macan s longterm road test. Dont wait any longer and come for a visit today at centre porsche quebec near levis, rimouski, and trois rivieres. Although the audi q5 has more conventional attributes, the macan has more top. However, the audi crossover does not have some development in the new year. Its probably not often that kenny and porsche get mentioned in the same sentence, with the legendary country singer and iconic sports car brand sharing few.
The audi sq5 is the fast q5, an older and popular vehicle, and thus a common vehicle. Eschewing the sea of buttons found in the macan s, the sq5s ergonomics are easier to. The sq5 was fully redesigned in 2018, pushing into its second generatio. Delivery times on the macan are still quite long, but coming down. Its also tiny in the back and, not unexpectedly, quite a guzzler. Yes, the a4 has one of the bestcrafted saloon cabins, but couldnt audi have respiced the recipe for the sq5. As you can see, the porsche macan s has a lot to offer, and all this for a base price lower than the one proposed by the 2018 sq5. Oct 11, 2017 porsche introduced the macan suv in 2014, but this gts model was added to the range later, in 2015. These performance suvs are twins under the skin but one is driven by diesel and the other use petrol power. Instead, its better to leave the automatic gearbox to its own. Msrp and invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual.
It feels almost like severe turbo lag but i think its actually transmissionthrottle programming. Do i buy a macan porsche forum from porsche club gb. But wait, you say, this is the newest and best from the company that arguably first laid claim to the tiny piece of performance pie in dispute here. I was told up to 9 months for a diesel, but it could possibly be this side of christmas. Thanks to the corporate relationship of porsche and audi, these two vehicles are closely related. Discussion in porsche macan started by tristatez28lt1, feb 7, 2017.
Im going to price one up and see if they can find one close to my specs. Eschewing the sea of buttons found in the macan s, the sq5 s ergonomics are easier to use on the fly. Nov 19, 2017 the new audi sq5 is slower, thirstier and costlier than before, yet its better. Compare 2019 porsche macan vs 2019 audi sq5 houston, tx. However, for this mk2 sq5 its gone back to petrol power. The sq5 is nicer to drive in day to day conditions, but as we would discover, the porsche has a much greater breadth of. The 2019 audi sq5 is a highperformance compact suv that comes in three trims. Well, solid is the wrong word since the sq5 is the softest of the threesome, even in dynamic mode. But the sq5 is a subtly enhanced version of the audi q5, a small crossover thats been around for more than five years.
In the summer, with the top down in a red camaro zl1, rubberneckers are a dime a dozen. The 2019 audi sq5 has an engine that matches the macan ss power output. Models 718 911 taycan panamera macan cayenne body design coupe cabriolet suv sedan sport turismo transmission manual tiptronic pdk automatic 2speed transmission. The audi sq5, based on the q5 midsize crossover, offers familyfriendly utility without sacrificing performance. On that basis, it might be worth the wait if you want the latest and greatest.