Suspension PORSCHE MACAN 2015 1.G Information Manual

Macan principle28 | Life, intensified
For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class, please refer to pages 126–127.
Fitted as standard, 7-speed Porsche
Doppelkupplung (PDK) lets you experience
motorspor t-st yle gear changes, which
take place in milliseconds and with no
interruption in the flow of power. The
system also features a coasting mode,
which reduces fuel consumption and
emissions where the driving situation
allows. To this end, the auto start /stop
function, intelligent thermal management
and many more efficiency-enhancing
measures make a decisive contribution.
The steel spring suspension, fit ted as
standard, helps to provide the driving
precision and performance t ypical of any
Porsche. As an option (standard in the
Macan Turbo), it can be upgraded to
include optional Porsche Active
Suspension Management (PASM). At the
push of a but ton, the shock absorbers
respond even more precisely to the
current driving st yle. An air suspension is
available for even greater dynamic
performance and a high level of ride
comfort. With this suspension, the Macan
sits 15 mm lower. The three-position
ride-height adjustment capability enables you to adapt it optimally to the driving
situation.
Optional Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PT V Plus) lets you feel the Macan
principle in every corner – and in a
particularly intense way. Operating in
conjunction with an electronically
controlled rear differential lock, the
system works by varying the torque
distribution to the rear wheels and
thereby significantly further improves
handling and steering precision. It also
increases the agilit y of the car when it
attacks the corner.
Naturally, active safet y also follows the
Macan principle – and, in doing so, fulfils
the requirements of a sports car.
Integrated as standard, Porsche Stability
Management (PSM) helps to ensure
stabilit y at the limits of sport y
performance. Typically Porsche, the
brakes set standards for deceleration.
Optional driver assistance systems
relieve your workload so that you can
have more fun. Adaptive cruise control including Porsche Active Safe (PAS)
regulates the speed of your vehicle in
line with the speed of the vehicle in
front. Lane Change Assist monitors your
blind spots, while Lane Keeping Assist
monitors your car’s distance to divider
line markings on the road.
Intensive living can also be measured in
bits and by tes, with Porsche Car
Connect for instance. Available as an
option, our comprehensive packages of
remote and PV TS (Porsche Vehicle
Tracking System) services provide you
with all the important information about
your Macan – not only when you’re
behind the wheel. Other digital
functionalities of the Macan include the
abilit y to log into social net works or
search for a Point of Interest and then
select it directly as your navigation
destination. Being highly net worked –
that, too, can be the principle of a
s p o r t s c a r.
So you see: for us, staying true to one’s
principles is essential. The principle of
power above all.

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Power package as standard.

Macan Turbo.
Must intensit y really have any limits? In
the areas of design, performance and
exclusivit y, we have at the very least
redefined them.

The distinctly muscular front apron, with
the side airblades of the conspicuously
large cooling air intakes, is found
nowhere else but on the Macan Turbo.
It ’s a visual promise of thrilling
performance. Bi-Xenon headlights with
dynamic cornering lights provide
optimum illumination of the road – and
therefore a high level of safet y. These
are supplemented by the extraordinary
four-spot LED day time running lights.
The Macan Turbo also stands out thanks
to its front spoiler lip, the design of
which is based on that of the 918 Spyder.
The direction indicators and position lights have been integrated in such a way
that they appear to hover inside the side
air intakes. Below them are the LEDs of
the fog lights. The sideblades are painted
in the exterior colour of the body.
SportDesign sideskirts underline the
powerful profile. Another t ypical feature
of the Turbo is the ‘Macan turbo’ logo on
the rear hatch.
Impressively, the 3.6-litre t win-turbo V6
engine delivers an enormous power
output of 294 kW (400 hp). The sprint
from 0 to 100 km/ h is completed in a
mere 4.8 seconds. Top speed is
266 km/ h. Those aren’t simply bare
numbers, but record figures for
performance in this segment. Not to
mention the very high degree of
efficiency.
19-inch Macan
Turbo wheels are fit ted
as standard. Behind these are the red
brake calipers of the large- diameter
brakes. The steel spring suspension is
equipped, as standard, with Porsche
Active Suspension Management (PASM),
which enhances both sport y
performance and ride comfort.
As standard, the Macan Turbo is
trimmed with the leather package, which
emphasises the exquisite qualit y of the
interior. Another highlight is Porsche
Communication Management (PCM)
with navigation module and a large
touchscreen. It comes as standard, just
like the BOSE
® Surround Sound System.
Offering a total output of 545 wat ts and
with 14 loudspeakers including active
subwoofer, it delivers a special listening
experience.
The Macan Turbo. Performance in its
most intense form.
For fuel consumption, CO
2 emissions and efficiency class, please refer to pages 126–127.

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Drive concept.
3.6-litre t win-turbo V6 engine
294 kW (400 hp) at 6,000 rpm
Maximum torque:
550 Nm at 1,350 –4,500 rpm
Acceleration from
0 to 100 km/ h: 4.8 secs
Top speed: 266 km/ h
Direct fuel injection (DFI)
VarioCam Plus
Auto start/stop function
Highlights of the standard
specification.
Sideblades painted in exterior colour
19-inch Macan Turbo wheels
Two twin tailpipes outside left and right
with design specific to Macan Turbo
Bi-Xenon main headlights including
Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)
LED fog lights
Automatic rear hatch
Electrically folding exterior mirrors
Steel spring suspension including
Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM)
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)
Multifunction sports steering wheel
with gearshif t paddles
SPORT button
Porsche Communication Management
(PCM)
BOSE® Surround Sound System
Two-zone automatic climate control
Adaptive Sports seats with comfort
memory package (18-way)
Leather package
Roof lining in Alcantara
Brushed aluminium interior package
Selection of personalisation options.
Wheels up to 21-inch
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus
(PDLS +
)
Panoramic roof system
Privacy glazing
Air suspension including Porsche
Active Suspension Management (PASM)
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PTV Plus)
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)
Sport Chrono Package
Power steering Plus
Burmester® High-End Surround
Sound System
Leather interior
Seat ventilation (front)
Adaptive cruise control including
Porsche Active Safe (PAS)
Surround View
For more on personalisation, please refer
to page 106 onwards.
Macan Turbo engine plaque
Macan Turbo: 550 Nm at 1,350 – 4,500 rpm, 294 kW (400 hp) at 6,000 rpm
3.6-litre twin-turbo V6 engine
For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class, please refer to pages 126–127.
Output (kW)
330 650
Torque (Nm)
300600
270 550
240 500
210 450
180 400
150 350
120 300
90 250
60 200
30 150
0 100
1000 2000300040005000600070008000
Speed (rpm)
550 Nm
294 kW (400 hp)

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Highlights of the standard
specification.
Sideblades in Lava Black
18-inch Macan S wheels
Two twin tailpipes outside left and
right with design specific to Macan S
Automatic rear hatch
Electrically folding exterior mirrors
Tinted thermally insulated glass all
round with grey top-tint on windscreen
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)
Multifunction sports steering wheel
with gearshif t paddles
SPORT button
CDR Plus audio system
Rain sensor
Two-zone automatic climate control
Comfort seats with seat centres in
Alcantara
Electric seat adjustment (8-way),
driver’s side
Piano Black interior package
Selection of personalisation options.
Wheels up to 21-inch
Sideblades in carbon
Bi-Xenon main headlights including
Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)
Privacy glazing
Air suspension including Porsche
Active Suspension Management (PASM)
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PTV Plus)
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)
Sport Chrono Package
Power steering Plus
Porsche Communication Management
(PCM)
BOSE® Surround Sound System
Adaptive Sports seats with comfort
memory package (18-way)
For more on personalisation, please refer
to page 106 onwards.
Macan S engine plaque
Macan S: 460 Nm at 1,450 –5,000 rpm, 250 kW (340 hp) at 5,500 – 6,500 rpm
3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 engine
Drive concept.
3.0 -litre t win-turbo V6 engine
250 kW (340 hp) at
5,500 – 6,500 rpm
Maximum torque:
460 Nm at 1,450 –5,000 rpm
Acceleration from
0 to 100 km/ h: 5.4 secs
Top speed: 254 km/ h
Direct fuel injection (DFI)
VarioCam Plus
Auto start/stop function
For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class, please refer to pages 126–127.
Output (kW)
330 650
Torque (Nm)
300600
270 550
240 500
210 450
180 400
150 350
120 300
90 250
60 200
30 150
0 100
1000 2000300040005000600070008000
Speed (rpm)
460 Nm
250 kW (340 hp)

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Highlights of the standard
specification.
Sideblades in Lava Black
18-inch Macan S wheels
Two twin tailpipes outside left and
right with design specific to Macan S
Automatic rear hatch
Electrically folding exterior mirrors
Tinted thermally insulated glass all
round with grey top-tint on windscreen
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)
Multifunction sports steering wheel
with gearshif t paddles
SPORT button
CDR Plus audio system
Rain sensor
Two-zone automatic climate control
Comfort seats with seat centres in
Alcantara
Electric seat adjustment (8-way),
driver’s side
Piano Black interior package
Selection of personalisation options.
Wheels up to 21-inch
Bi-Xenon main headlights including
Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)
Air suspension including Porsche
Active Suspension Management (PASM)
Electrically extending towbar system
Power steering Plus
Porsche Communication Management
(PCM)
BOSE® Surround Sound System
Comfort memory package (14-way)
Adaptive cruise control including
Porsche Active Safe (PAS)
Reversing camera
For more on personalisation, please refer
to page 106 onwards.
Macan S Diesel engine plaque
Macan S Diesel: 580 Nm at 1,750 –2,500 rpm, 190 kW (258 hp) at 4,000 – 4,250 rpm
3.0 - litre V6 turbo diesel
Drive concept.
3.0 -litre V6 turbo diesel
190 kW (258 hp) at
4,000 – 4,250 rpm
Maximum torque:
580 Nm at 1,750 –2,500 rpm
Acceleration from
0 to 100 km/ h: 6.3 secs
Top speed: 230 km/ h
Common-rail diesel injection system
Variable turbine geometry (VTG)
Auto start/stop function
SCR system
For fuel consumption, CO
2 emissions and efficiency class, please refer to pages 126–127.
Output (kW)
330 650
Torque (Nm)
300600
270 550
240 500
210 450
180 400
150 350
120 300
90 250
60 200
30 150
0 100
1000 150020002500 3000350040004500 5000
Speed (rpm)
580 Nm
190 kW (258 hp)

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Weight saving.
Those who enjoy life are bound to
be more light-hearted than others.
The axles of the Macan models are
characterised by purposeful lightweight
construction with the use of lighter,
more stable materials. The results are
excellent driving dynamics, a high degree
of comfort and low fuel consumption.
Suspension tuning.
The suspension is tuned for sport y per -
formance by default – t ypically Porsche.
With a series of optional systems ranging
from uncompromisingly sporty to sporty-
comfortable, you can adapt the suspen -
sion tuning of the Macan perfectly to
your needs.
Air suspension.
For a high level of comfort and
tremendous dynamic performance, you
have the option of an air suspension
including PASM. With this set-up, the car
is 15 mm lower than with the steel spring
suspension. The effect? Improved
aerodynamics. The self-levelling function
helps to keep the ride height constant.
A ride-height adjustment capability
enables you to switch the ground
clearance to three levels: Terrain Level,
Normal Level and Low Level. At Terrain
Level, the car is 40 mm above Normal
Level; at Low Level, 10 mm below it.
Loading Level is especially practical:
from Normal Level, the rear end of the
body lowers 40 mm to make it easier
to load the car. This function is operated
by means of a but ton in the luggage
compartment.
Optional for all Macan models.
Steel spring suspension.
The steel spring suspension is
standard in all Macan models. Not only
does
it fulfil exacting requirements
for performance and driving pleasure,
it contributes to enhanced driving
dynamics, lower fuel consumption and
increased ride comfort.
The steel spring suspension in the
Macan Turbo is additionally equipped
with Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM).
Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM).
PASM is an electronic damping control
system. It actively and continuously
adjusts damping force based on current
road conditions and driving st yle. When a car is driven off-road or
assertively in a manner that demands
hard acceleration and braking, the forces
acting on the car will normally induce
perceptible body movements. PASM
intervenes in these situations to reduce
them. You can select from three modes:
‘Comfort ’, ‘SPORT’ and ‘SPORT PLUS’.
PASM is permanently active, adapting
automatically to the current driving
situation with the aim of increasing
driving stability and comfort.
Standard in Macan
Turbo. Optional for all
other Macan models.
How should such intensity be brought to the road?
Our engineers have some specific ideas.

Chassis.
Schematic diagram of the self-levelling function
1. Terrain Level + 40 mm
2. Normal Level + – 0 mm
3. Low Level – 10 mm
4. Loading Level – 40 mm

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OFF-ROAD button.
Would you like to try roads that aren’t
actually there? A but ton on the centre
console sets your Macan to OFF-ROAD
mode. All relevant systems switch to a
traction- optimised program for off-road
terrain. The optional air suspension
including PASM automatically adjusts to
Terrain Level. In addition, optional
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus)
and Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
– integrated as standard – optimally
adapt their set-up for off-road use,
delivering improved driveability and
safety.
PTM, which is also fit ted as standard,
provides a fully variable distribution of
drive force bet ween the front and rear axles – up to 100
% if necessary. This
delivers a crucial increase in traction and
driving safety.
Standard in all Macan models.
Porsche Hill Control (PHC).
A but ton on the centre console enables
you to activate Porsche Hill Control
(PHC), which keeps your speed constant
on downhill gradients. You can set any
speed bet ween 3 and 30 km/ h.
Standard in all Macan models.
Steering.
The steering has been engineered for
sporty and immediate handling. The
tuning of the electromechanical steering
system is what makes the Macan models
so extraordinarily agile. It also contributes to low fuel
consumption. As there is no hydraulic
system constantly drawing power, energy
is consumed only when the steering is
turned.
Power steering Plus.
Optional Power steering Plus is a speed-
sensitive power steering system. At high
speeds, the steering firms up and
responds with greater precision, while
steering comfort remains outstanding. At
low speeds, the steering ratio adjusts for
easy manoeuvring and parking.
On the odd occasion,

even a Porsche doesn’t seem out of place.

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Life can’t be truly intense without some twists and turns.
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PTV Plus).
Sports car makers adore corners. With
our technologies, we are forever fanning
the flames of the relationship. PT V Plus
is an optional system for enhancing both
driving dynamics and stability.
Operating in conjunction with an
electronically regulated rear differential
lock, it works by varying the torque
distribution to the rear wheels. When the
car is driven into a corner, moderate
brake pressure is applied to the inside
rear wheel as the situation demands.
Consequently, a greater amount of drive
force is distributed to the outside rear
wheel, inducing an additional rotational
pulse (yaw movement) around the
vehicle’s vertical axis. The effect is a
direct and sport y steering action. And
considerable driving pleasure at every
t wist and turn. At low and medium vehicle speeds, PT V
Plus significantly increases agilit y and
steering precision. At high speeds on the
straight, and in fast corners where the
wheels threaten to spin, the electronically
controlled rear differential lock provides
added driving stability. Stability is also
improved on road surfaces with varying
grip as well as in the wet and snow.
Optional for all Macan models.
Sport Chrono Package.
The Sport Chrono Package adds a
stopwatch with an analogue and a digital
display to the cockpit. The performance
display in PCM lets you view a range of
driving stats, including your total driving
time, current lap distance and lap times
recorded so far. The lateral and
longitudinal forces acting on the vehicle
are illustrated by the G -Force graphic on
the colour screen in the instrument
c l u s t e r.The centre console also comes equipped
with the SPORT PLUS but ton, which is
used to activate SPORT PLUS mode. In
this mode, the engine becomes even
more responsive and the rev limiter is
adjusted to a harder set ting. Porsche
Traction Management (PTM) is now tuned
for even sportier performance. For cars
with Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM), SPORT PLUS mode
results in harder damping and more
direct steering. In addition, the trigger
threshold for PSM is raised for increased
longitudinal and lateral dynamics. The
shift times of PDK, fit ted as standard,
become even shorter, the gear changes
even sportier. The optional air suspension
automatically drops to Low Level. Launch
Control is primed to deliver optimum
acceleration from a standing start.

Optional for all Macan models.
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus)
Sport Chrono Package with per formance display in PCM

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Luggage compartment.
The large luggage compartment of the
Macan models is prepared for a wide
variet y of uses and boasts a capacit y of
500 litres. A storage compartment to the
side offers additional space.
The rear bench seat folds down with a
ratio of 40 : 20 : 40. With the seats fully
folded, the available capacity increases
to 1,500 litres.
To protect against sunlight and offer
additional privacy, the luggage
compartment is equipped with a removable luggage compartment cover.
The optional ski bag can also be
removed. It can be used for carrying ski
equipment outside the vehicle or simply
taken out for cleaning. Practical and
hygienic in equal measure.
For loading convenience, the optional air
suspension enables you to lower the rear
end of the vehicle using a but ton in the
luggage compartment.
The rear hatch features a heated and
tinted glass panel. The hatch opens
automatically within five seconds at the
You’ll want to take more than just feelings along for the ride.


Transport.
push of a but ton. Its adjustable opening
height can be memorised so that it
always stops at a safe distance from your
garage ceiling, for example.
Loadspace management system.
The loadspace management system
enables you to partition the luggage
compartment to suit your needs. Items
are held in place by a rail system with
slide-adjustable telescopic rod, a strap
roller and four variable lashing eyelets.
The reversible mat protects against dirt
and helps to prevent luggage
displacement. The loadspace partition net
provides added safet y with the vehicle
laden.
Optional for all Macan models.
Example loading arrangement with loadspace management system
Luggage compar tment capacit y up to 1,500 litres Example loading arrangement
Example loading arrangement

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Wheel centre with full - colour Porsche Crest
1)
You will find an over view of all wheel designs on page 59.
– not available
extra-cost option • standard equipment■ available at no extra cost
For more information on the options featured in this catalogue, please refer to the separate price list.
OptionMacan Turbo
Macan S
Macan S DieselI no. Page
Wheels1).
18-inch Macan S wheels –•
•C5F 59
19-inch Macan Turbo wheels
•••C6P 59
19-inch Macan Design wheels
•••C6X 59
20 -inch RS Spyder Design wheels
•••CY3 59
20-inch Macan SportDesign wheels
•••C Y459
21- inch 911 Turbo Design wheels
•••C7 T 58
21-inch Sport Classic wheels painted in black (high -gloss)
Exclusive
•••V95 123
All-season tyres for 18-inch alloy wheels –
■■H3Q
All-season tyres for 19-inch alloy wheels
■■■H6J
All-season tyres for 20-inch alloy wheels
■■■H6N
Collapsible spare wheel
•••1G1
Wheel centres with full- colour Porsche Crest
•••1N P 114
OptionMacan Turbo
Macan S
Macan S DieselI no. Page
Engine, transmission and chassis.
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus)•••1Y 156

Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM)
•••1B H 52
Air suspension with levelling system and ride-height adjustment including
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM)
•••1B K 52
Sports tailpipes
Exclusive
•••0P3/0P6 48
Sports exhaust system
Exclusive
•••0P8/0P9 48
75-litre fuel tank
•■■0M2
Sport Chrono Package
•••QR4/QR5 56
Power steering Plus
•••1N3 54
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)
•••PB2 64
Sports tailpipes in black
Sport Chrono Package
21- inch Sport Classic wheel painted in black (high -gloss) Exclusive