The Porsche Macan spans 2015–2026 with 25 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.0/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2017, 2018, 2015 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2016, 2025, 2026. It delivers up to 105 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Porsche Macan is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2015 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Porsche Macan VIN — every digit explained
Every Porsche Macan carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Porsche and the country it was built in (real Porsche codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Macan.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- GermanyWP0 · WP1
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your Macan, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Porsche Macan have?
The Porsche Macan has 25 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2015–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2021 Porsche Macan recalls 1
Suspension:front:shock Absorber
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Macan, Macan S, Macan GTS, and Macan Turbo vehicles. The screw connection on the shock absorbers of the front and rear axle might not be tightened properly.
Risk. A failed screw connection may cause damage to the braking system, driving instability, and the potential loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy has been performed. Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will rework and tighten the screw connections, free of charge. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA8.
2020 Porsche Macan recalls 2
Seat Belts:rear/other:anchorage
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Macan S, 2017-2020 Macan, 2017 Panamera Turbo, 2018 and 2020 Macan Turbo and Panamera 4, 2018 Macan Sport Edition, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, and 2019 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly.
Risk. An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Dealers will replace and tighten the lower rear outboard seat belt anchor screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA9.
Exterior Lighting:headlights
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk. Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.
2019 Porsche Macan recalls 1
Seat Belts:rear/other:anchorage
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Macan S, 2017-2020 Macan, 2017 Panamera Turbo, 2018 and 2020 Macan Turbo and Panamera 4, 2018 Macan Sport Edition, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, and 2019 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly.
Risk. An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Dealers will replace and tighten the lower rear outboard seat belt anchor screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA9.
2018 Porsche Macan recalls 5
Seat Belts:rear/other:anchorage
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Macan S, 2017-2020 Macan, 2017 Panamera Turbo, 2018 and 2020 Macan Turbo and Panamera 4, 2018 Macan Sport Edition, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, and 2019 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly.
Risk. An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Dealers will replace and tighten the lower rear outboard seat belt anchor screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA9.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Macan vehicles. The fuel pump service cover may contact the flow nozzle on the filter flange of the fuel pump, potentially causing cracks and a fuel leak.
Risk. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Porsche will rework or replace and apply a protective film to the fuel pump flange. in addition, the fuel pump flange will be inspected and replaced if cracks are present. The recall began April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA2.
Equipment
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid Platinum Edition, Macan Turbo and Macan GTS vehicles, 2017-2018 Cayenne S, Macan, Cayenne Platinum Edition and Macan S vehicles and 2018 Cayenne vehicles equipped with the optional ski bag. The ski bag fastening strap may have been sewn with incorrect thread, possibly resulting in the strap seams tearing and the ski bag being unsecured in the event of a crash.
Risk. If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ski bags, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ12.
Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Macan, Macan Turbo Kits, Macan GTS, 2015-2018 Macan S, and Macan Turbo vehicles. The front passenger seat occupancy sensor mat may degrade and fail to detect a passenger in the front seat.
Risk. The air bag will not deploy during a crash if a front passenger is undetected, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA2.
Electrical System
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Porsche Macan S and Macan vehicles. These vehicles have a control unit that may fail and prevent safety-related functions such as driver display alerts and possibly impair drivability and post-crash functions.
Risk. Failure of the control unit may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ05.
2017 Porsche Macan recalls 6
Seat Belts:rear/other:anchorage
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Macan S, 2017-2020 Macan, 2017 Panamera Turbo, 2018 and 2020 Macan Turbo and Panamera 4, 2018 Macan Sport Edition, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, and 2019 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly.
Risk. An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Dealers will replace and tighten the lower rear outboard seat belt anchor screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA9.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Macan S and Macan Turbo vehicles, and 2017 Macan, Macan Turbo with the Performance Package, and Macan GTS vehicles. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flanges, replacing any that are cracked. Flanges that aren't cracked will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH06.
Suspension:front
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2017 Macan, Macan S, Macan GTS, and Macan Turbo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the anti-rollbar connecting links may move out of position allowing the vehicle to oversteer in certain driving conditions.
Risk. Vehicle oversteer may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the front anti-rollbar links, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG06.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Macan vehicles. The fuel pump service cover may contact the flow nozzle on the filter flange of the fuel pump, potentially causing cracks and a fuel leak.
Risk. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Porsche will rework or replace and apply a protective film to the fuel pump flange. in addition, the fuel pump flange will be inspected and replaced if cracks are present. The recall began April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA2.
Equipment
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid Platinum Edition, Macan Turbo and Macan GTS vehicles, 2017-2018 Cayenne S, Macan, Cayenne Platinum Edition and Macan S vehicles and 2018 Cayenne vehicles equipped with the optional ski bag. The ski bag fastening strap may have been sewn with incorrect thread, possibly resulting in the strap seams tearing and the ski bag being unsecured in the event of a crash.
Risk. If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ski bags, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ12.
Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Macan, Macan Turbo Kits, Macan GTS, 2015-2018 Macan S, and Macan Turbo vehicles. The front passenger seat occupancy sensor mat may degrade and fail to detect a passenger in the front seat.
Risk. The air bag will not deploy during a crash if a front passenger is undetected, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA2.
2016 Porsche Macan recalls 1
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Macan vehicles. The fuel pump service cover may contact the flow nozzle on the filter flange of the fuel pump, potentially causing cracks and a fuel leak.
Risk. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Porsche will rework or replace and apply a protective film to the fuel pump flange. in addition, the fuel pump flange will be inspected and replaced if cracks are present. The recall began April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA2.
2015 Porsche Macan recalls 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 Macan vehicles manufactured March 6, 2014, to April 26, 2014. During manufacturing, the brake booster may have been damaged during installation.
Risk. If the brake booster was damaged during installation, the vacuum in the brake booster may drop when the brakes are actuated, resulting in a reduced brake force boost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the brake booster, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-545-8039. Porsche's number for this recall is AE02.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Macan vehicles. The fuel pump service cover may contact the flow nozzle on the filter flange of the fuel pump, potentially causing cracks and a fuel leak.
Risk. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Porsche will rework or replace and apply a protective film to the fuel pump flange. in addition, the fuel pump flange will be inspected and replaced if cracks are present. The recall began April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA2.
Best and worst years for the Porsche Macan
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 12 tracked years, the worst years are 2017, 2018, 2015 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2016, 2025, 2026.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Macan | Air Bags | Avoid | |
| 2016 Macan | — | Best | |
| 2017 Macan | Air Bags | Avoid | |
| 2018 Macan | Air Bags | Avoid | |
| 2019 Macan | Exterior Lighting | Average | |
| 2020 Macan | Exterior Lighting | Average | |
| 2021 Macan | Electrical System | Average | |
| 2022 Macan | Electrical System | Average | |
| 2023 Macan | Forward Collision Avoidance | Average | |
| 2024 Macan | Forward Collision Avoidance | Average | |
| 2025 Macan | — | Best | |
| 2026 Macan | — | Best |
What are the most common Porsche Macan problems?
The most-reported Porsche Macan problems are Seats (3 reports), Tires (3 reports) and Engine (19 reports) — out of 184 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Porsche Macan specifications & dimensions
The 2020–2023 Porsche Macan measures 185″ long on a 111″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 4,098 lb. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Porsche Macan window sticker.
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2023 | 185″ | 76″ | 64″ | 111″ | 4,098 lb |
| 2015–2017 | 184″ | 76″ | 64″ | 111″ | 4,112 lb |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Porsche Macan cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Macan holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Porsche Macan tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Porsche Macan get?
The Porsche Macan returns up to 105 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $700/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2026 Porsche Macan (2.9L 6-cyl) gets 19 mpg combined and costs about $4,050/yr to fuel, emitting 466 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 4/10) — about $9,250 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Macan | 17 | 22 | $4,050 | 466 | — | 2.9L 6-cyl | |
| 2025 Macan | 17 | 22 | $4,050 | 466 | 4/10 | 2.9L 6-cyl | |
| 2024 Macan | 17 | 22 | $4,050 | 466 | 5/10 | 2.9L 6-cyl | |
| 2023 Macan | 17 | 22 | $4,050 | 466 | 5/10 | 2.9L 6-cyl | |
| 2022 Macan | 17 | 22 | $4,050 | 466 | 5/10 | 2.9L 6-cyl | |
| 2021 Macan | 18 | 24 | $3,850 | 441 | 5/10 | 3L 6-cyl | |
| 2020 Macan | 18 | 23 | $3,850 | 438 | 5/10 | 3L 6-cyl | |
| 2019 Macan | 18 | 23 | $3,850 | 438 | 5/10 | 3L 6-cyl | |
| 2018 Macan | 17 | 23 | $4,050 | 461 | 3/10 | 3L 6-cyl | |
| 2017 Macan | 17 | 23 | $4,050 | 461 | — | 3L 6-cyl | |
| 2016 Macan | 17 | 23 | $4,050 | 455 | 6/10 | 3L 6-cyl | |
| 2015 Macan | 17 | 23 | $4,050 | 459 | 6/10 | 3L 6-cyl |
The 2026 Porsche Macan (2L 4-cyl) gets 21 mpg combined and costs about $3,650/yr to fuel, emitting 424 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 4/10) — about $7,250 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Macan | 19 | 25 | $3,650 | 424 | — | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2025 Macan | 19 | 25 | $3,650 | 424 | 4/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2024 Macan | 19 | 25 | $3,650 | 424 | 5/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2023 Macan | 19 | 25 | $3,650 | 424 | 5/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2022 Macan | 19 | 25 | $3,650 | 424 | 5/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2021 Macan | 19 | 23 | $3,650 | 426 | 5/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2020 Macan | 19 | 23 | $3,650 | 426 | 5/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2019 Macan | 19 | 23 | $3,650 | 426 | — | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2018 Macan | 20 | 25 | $3,500 | 399 | 3/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2017 Macan | 20 | 25 | $3,500 | 399 | — | 2L 4-cyl |
The 2026 Porsche Macan gets 105 MPGe and costs about $700/yr to fuel — that's about $7,500 saved over 5 years versus the average new vehicle.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Macan | 114 | 96 | $700 | — | — | Electric | |
| 2025 Macan | 108 | 90 | $750 | — | 10/10 | Electric | |
| 2024 Macan | 107 | 89 | $800 | — | 10/10 | Electric |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the Macan stacks up against the most fuel-efficient SUVs, or calculate this Macan's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Porsche Macan have? Power & range
The Porsche Macan is offered with 3 powertrains — 2.9L 6-cyl, 2L 4-cyl, Electric. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 2.9L · 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | AWD | Premium |
| 4-cyl | 2.0L · 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | AWD | Premium |
| Electric | Electric motor | Single-speed | RWD | Electricity |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Porsche Macan tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Porsche Macan is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your Macan's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
How much does a Porsche Macan cost to own?
A used Porsche Macan sells for a median of about $58,995 for a 2025 — most listed between $58,995 and $59,995, from 348 real US listings we track. That real market price is what depreciation eats into, so it's the true anchor of the cost to own:
| Year | Typical price | Market range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Macan | $58,995–$59,995 | 3 | |
| 2024 Macan | $28,800–$78,900 | 10 | |
| 2023 Macan | $38,995–$64,990 | 23 | |
| 2022 Macan | $42,995–$62,990 | 3 | |
| 2021 Macan | $28,490–$42,402 | 42 | |
| 2020 Macan | $27,500–$38,900 | 17 |
For every model year mileage-adjusted, trade-in vs private-party vs dealer pricing and a good-deal check, see what a Macan is worth today, or browse used-market prices for SUVs.
A Porsche Macan holds its value well. A typical example keeps roughly 56% of its value after five years — losing about 44% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 84% | $25,200 | −$4,800 |
| Year 2 | 76% | $22,800 | −$7,200 |
| Year 3 | 68% | $20,400 | −$9,600 |
| Year 4 | 61% | $18,300 | −$11,700 |
| Year 5 | 56% | $16,800 | −$13,200 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Macan loses about 44% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $3,500 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Macan ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
How much is a Porsche Macan to insure?
A Porsche Macan costs about $1,498 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 4% above the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (104, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the Macan's HLDI loss index. See Porsche insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Porsche Macan safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Macan yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.
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How many miles does a Porsche Macan last?
A well-maintained Porsche Macan typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.0/5.
Check your Porsche Macan’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this Macan’s VIN free →All Porsche Macan model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Porsche Macan — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Macan | 0 | — | |
| 2025 Macan | 0 | — | |
| 2024 Macan | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2023 Macan | 1 recall | — | |
| 2022 Macan | 1 recall | — | |
| 2021 Macan | 1 recall | — | |
| 2020 Macan | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2019 Macan | 1 recall | — | |
| 2018 Macan | 5 recalls | — | |
| 2017 Macan | 6 recalls | — | |
| 2016 Macan | 3 recalls | — | |
| 2015 Macan | 3 recalls | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the Macan?
By owner-complaint volume, 2017, 2018, 2015 drew the most reports. 2016, 2025, 2026 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the Macan have?
25 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2015–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Porsche recalls and reliability across every model.
What MPG does the Macan get?
Up to 105 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
How many miles does a Macan last?
A well-maintained Macan typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Macan reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Macan is 4.0/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Porsche Macan warranty?
New Porsche models carry a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 4 years / 50,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Porsche dealer.
Where is the Porsche Macan made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Macan's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Porsche may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the Macan have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.