Expert configuration tips needed

[Vosmans]

Hi all -

I consider you all as experts and happy Macan owners.
I'm close to placing order for my Macan 4S - and just had some sleepless nights in making final configuration.

I want to configure a black beaty..... black inside and black outside....
Nevertheless I have some choices to make, and would appreciate your insights and recommendations -
In order to get a black outside, black inside....

Main questions I'm hesitaing on :

*) Wheels
22" RS Spyder wheels :
Jet Black or High Gloss black or Satin Black
*) Sideblades
Jet Black or High Gloss black
*) Matrix headlight
Tinted or not
*) Taillight
Tinted or not
*) Sidemirrors
Painted or not ?

Any help welcome....
And furthermore -

What options are must ?
I have choosen :
-) partial leather
-) RS 22 wheels
-) Sport seats
-) Seat ventilation
-) panoramic roof
-) roof rails
-) PASM
-) HUD
-) Innodrive
-) Chronopack
-) Electric Sound
-) Power Steering
-) Privacy glass

Anything missing ??? Recommendations.
I'm still hesitating about :
-) Rear axle steering
-) Torque vectoring

All ideas from you owners/experts is welcome.

Thanks in advance
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I'm still think

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[Fleming23]

-I have jet black RS Spyders - they are an absolute pain to keep super clean. Not sure if satin are any easier. This is the first EV I've owned (note - not my 1st EV...) that uses friction brakes so much - it is annoying. Most of my prior electric vehicles used regen exclusively and generated very little brake dust. This is the only reason I opted for black wheels, so a bit disappointing.

-I would not spend of the tinted headlights - knowing what I know today, it was a waste of money for just a bit of black color. I thought the PDLS was included only if you added the tinted matrix, but this is standard (in the US anyway). Same for rear, I did tinted rear letters, but probably money wasted given the expense.

- side mirrors, I might option painted side mirrors if I did it all over again, but standard hasn't bothered me.

-14 way or 18 way seats? I like the 14 with the added massage. I would have done 18 if you could get massage feature.

- Privacy glass is probably not worth it, but you get various opinions. The car is not all that quiet on 22" wheels, so maybe the privacy glass helps. On the highway this is not a super quiet experience.

-Rear axle steer is nice but unnecessary. I would option again though.

- Torque vectoring - in my opinion not at all necessary unless you plan to track or drive REALLY hard in a canyon/mountain/back road environment.

-Electric sound - I don't have it, don't miss it, didn't want it.

- Chrono - not at all necessary, but does give sport + drive mode.


These are my thoughts based on a US spec car.

 

[Petzi]

i'm not an "expert", but i've been driving porsche for 20 years.
i would never do without technical options that i can never get again for my car. other rims are quickly bought, rear-axle steering is not. above all: what makes a porsche and the fun with it: technical innovation!

yes to:
real axle steering,
torque vectoring
power steering plus
hud, pasm, innodrive..

are you shure about:
the wheels (rs are cool and i ordered myself, but not as good for efficiency)
roof, roofrails ( do you ever open?)
tinted lights (the price value ratio insane bad)

 

[Vosmans]

-I have jet black RS Spyders - they are an absolute pain to keep super clean. Not sure if satin are any easier. This is the first EV I've owned (note - not my 1st EV...) that uses friction brakes so much - it is annoying. Most of my prior electric vehicles used regen exclusively and generated very little brake dust. This is the only reason I opted for black wheels, so a bit disappointing.

-I would not spend of the tinted headlights - knowing what I know today, it was a waste of money for just a bit of black color. I thought the PDLS was included only if you added the tinted matrix, but this is standard (in the US anyway). Same for rear, I did tinted rear letters, but probably money wasted given the expense.

- side mirrors, I might option painted side mirrors if I did it all over again, but standard hasn't bothered me.

-14 way or 18 way seats? I like the 14 with the added massage. I would have done 18 if you could get massage feature.

- Privacy glass is probably not worth it, but you get various opinions. The car is not all that quiet on 22" wheels, so maybe the privacy glass helps. On the highway this is not a super quiet experience.

-Rear axle steer is nice but unnecessary. I would option again though.

- Torque vectoring - in my opinion not at all necessary unless you plan to track or drive REALLY hard in a canyon/mountain/back road environment.

-Electric sound - I don't have it, don't miss it, didn't want it.

- Chrono - not at all necessary, but does give sport + drive mode.


These are my thoughts based on a US spec car.

Thanks so much -
Indeed - I'm also afraid of getting dirty black wheels.

What did you take as sideskirts....
Jet Black or High Gloss black ?

Tx

 

[Fleming23]

Thanks so much -
Indeed - I'm also afraid of getting dirty black wheels.

What did you take as sideskirts....
Jet Black or High Gloss black ?

Tx

Side blades on the door? I wasn't sure if that was what you were referring to. Offroad package changes the side skirt inlays, but US market might be different than EU (but we only have body color or standard as optional).

I did my side blades in body color, as that is my preference. If you are stuck on black, I would match to window surround. In US the window surround in gloss black is optional, if you do gloss window trim, do gloss side blades. Stay consistent.

 

[MatC21]

I have a similar spec on order: Jet black with black interior. https://porsche-code.com/PST3UZM6
I did not want to go fully stealth, so took the design wheels 21" and decided not to tint the headlights and rear lights. I actually like the letters on the back and they serve a nice contrast. Black headlights is insanely expensive for such a minor detail and, as mentioned before, I actually like a bit of contrast.
I did paint the side blade in body-color but not the mirrors. Since the wheel arches are not painted on the 4S, I couldn't be bothered on the side mirrors either. The side blade however is quite large and deserves to be non-plastic I think.
I went for basically all technical extras except hitch (can easily be retrofitted in Europe) and Torque Vectoring. I agree with the other poster that I'd get all the technical upgrades that make the car into what it deserves.

For Europe I'd definitely get Rear-Axle steering...in the US you can probably live without.

 

[SergeyIndy]

@Vosmans, assume you are new to Porsche, please build it out and share a build code, that would be easier to provide feedback, as you did not even say what is your choice of Black for the car itself Black or Jet Black. First tip is to understand Standard Equipment section that explains what is included is standard and how it is colored, so then you can make an informed decision on how to apply Options.

For example, if you are going with just Black paint, then making your side blades in Jet Black will be off. However, if you are going for Jet Black paint, then Jet Black side blades are in exterior color and will match exactly.

Moving on to Mirrors, as the top part is painted in Exterior color going with Jet Black theme, but the bottom in plastic Black. Then if you are not happy with the bottom plastic, you paint the Mirror in Exterior color using option below, so the bottom is also painted.

Wheels situation is the same, if you want to match the exterior then you go for Jet Black, but if not then High Gloss (not a match to Jet Black) or Satin (no gloss and not a match to Jet Black) are your other choices and your preference.

Lights are already very dark. Black elements are very minimal on the front, but a lot more significant on the back but differentiated between the Porsche logo in Black or the entire rear bar with black elements that also adds some light animation.

Option list looks solid, but I would add Rear Axle Steering for its double duty of low speed maneuvering and high-speed lane change smoothness. I like PTV+ for agility on turns and bends at speed, and on round abouts in particular and highly recommend it.

Again, the build code would be most useful as there are other choices to consider that are not on your list.

 

[W1NGE]

Hi all -

I consider you all as experts and happy Macan owners.
I'm close to placing order for my Macan 4S - and just had some sleepless nights in making final configuration.

I want to configure a black beaty..... black inside and black outside....
Nevertheless I have some choices to make, and would appreciate your insights and recommendations -
In order to get a black outside, black inside....

Main questions I'm hesitaing on :

*) Wheels
22" RS Spyder wheels :
Jet Black or High Gloss black or Satin Black
*) Sideblades
Jet Black or High Gloss black
*) Matrix headlight
Tinted or not
*) Taillight
Tinted or not
*) Sidemirrors
Painted or not ?

Any help welcome....
And furthermore -

What options are must ?
I have choosen :
-) partial leather
-) RS 22 wheels
-) Sport seats
-) Seat ventilation
-) panoramic roof
-) roof rails
-) PASM
-) HUD
-) Innodrive
-) Chronopack
-) Electric Sound
-) Power Steering
-) Privacy glass

Anything missing ??? Recommendations.
I'm still hesitating about :
-) Rear axle steering
-) Torque vectoring

All ideas from you owners/experts is welcome.

Thanks in advance
-)
I'm still think

Skip 22” - reduced range and harsher ride. 21” max.
Skip electric sport sound (awful)
Skip seat ventilation - not cooled only fans to move ambient air

Add full leather
Add power steering plus
Add air suspension
Add comfort acces
Add body coloured mirrors and side blades

PASM is standard on 4S?
Std tail lights are fine IMHO

Jet black metallic

 

[Vosmans]

@Vosmans, assume you are new to Porsche, please build it out and share a build code, that would be easier to provide feedback, as you did not even say what is your choice of Black for the car itself Black or Jet Black. First tip is to understand Standard Equipment section that explains what is included is standard and how it is colored, so then you can make an informed decision on how to apply Options.

For example, if you are going with just Black paint, then making your side blades in Jet Black will be off. However, if you are going for Jet Black paint, then Jet Black side blades are in exterior color and will match exactly.

Moving on to Mirrors, as the top part is painted in Exterior color going with Jet Black theme, but the bottom in plastic Black. Then if you are not happy with the bottom plastic, you paint the Mirror in Exterior color using option below, so the bottom is also painted.

Wheels situation is the same, if you want to match the exterior then you go for Jet Black, but if not then High Gloss (not a match to Jet Black) or Satin (no gloss and not a match to Jet Black) are your other choices and your preference.

Lights are already very dark. Black elements are very minimal on the front, but a lot more significant on the back but differentiated between the Porsche logo in Black or the entire rear bar with black elements that also adds some light animation.

Option list looks solid, but I would add Rear Axle Steering for its double duty of low speed maneuvering and high-speed lane change smoothness. I like PTV+ for agility on turns and bends at speed, and on round abouts in particular and highly recommend it.

Again, the build code would be most useful as there are other choices to consider that are not on your list.

Thanks for your reply -
Indeed I'm new as this will be my first Porsche.
The configuration that I have in mind is following. :

https://porsche-code.com/PSBBEGF9

Any suggestions ?
Welcome.

 

[MatC21]

I would definitely get the side airbags in the rear. A shame this is an extra.

 

[Yorksjar]

For aesthetics I’d say…

- If you want all black everything black, IMO, RS 22 are the only wheels. I went satin and think they’re perfect. Gloss gets a bit lost with all the reflected light so I think satin lets you see more of the wheels. If you go air suspension the ride impact will be mitigated.
- I got a bit OCD on my turbo and went solid black body as I wanted everything to match the body kit. You’ll have a bit more scope for body colour as I think the metallic would sit just as nice next to the black plastic.
- tinted matrix front, definitely set off the look but a lot of money. I’d say your choice is better made depending on the type of light you want. If you’re set on LED matrix then the black is only a little bit extra. If you don’t need LED matrix then it might be a nice chance to save the pennies towards something else. Don’t spend your money on the rear LED as personally the difference isn’t a lot.
- side mirrors you might get away with. But best to check IRL. You’ll already have quite a bit of black plastic on body kit so might look OK but would recommend trying to see IRL.
- privacy glass, this will help set off the all black look!
- side blades - get these to match the body colour. Personally, the Macan EV suits the side blades matched to the body colour but it’s totally personal preference.

For experience I’d say…

- Sport seats are lovely but I haven’t tried the standard seats. my guess is you’ll know if you need all the adjustment they give you. If you can, sit in both options and you’ll know quickly which are for you!
- Seat ventilation, haven’t got so won’t comment.
- panoramic roof, I love this. It’s a luxury and unless you need all that air in summer there are probably other options that you’ll get more from as the driver.
- roof rails, based on how you’ll use it. I got them as we have a little one on the way and convincing my wife we’d have space needed using roof box made the rails non-negotiable.
- PASM, haven’t tried with and without so won’t comment.
- HUD, I love this on mine. the aug reality is a bit excessive but having your regen, speed and directions right in front of you makes daily driving much easier on the eyes. Nice to have it but the display cluster, if set up with thought, will give you all the info you need. It’s a lot of money and you might get more joy from other options of a similar cost e.g RWS or Air Suspension.
- Innodrive, I didn’t spec as I think it only really benefits those doing frequent / long motorway drives and even then I’m not sure how good the Porsche one is. I used it in my Tesla on long drives but it came for free with that. I went with adaptive cruise control to make long drives easier on my right foot and im happy with it.
- Chronopack, I’d put this middle of the road for how essential. It’s a nice to have but only essential based on what you intend to do with the car and how you drive.
- Electric Sound, personally I love this. It’s much better than the generic noise and gives a sporty feel to acceleration. Money could be better spent on other options though.
- Power Steering, I haven’t compared with or without so can’t comment.

Full leather, air suspension and comfort access (as mentioned above) are also very good options id put high up your list. I couldn’t cope without comfort access. Moving from Tesla, even having a key is a challenge - the number of times I’ve left it behind is ridiculous! The air suspension is brilliant and full leather makes the inside feel extra special! Rear wheel steering is also excellent and I think PTV+ if your driving style is ‘spirited’

I think there are special ‘packs’ where you get equipment bundled together so whatever comes under that is worth doing!

Hope this helps!!

 

[SergeyIndy]

Thanks for your reply -
Indeed I'm new as this will be my first Porsche.
The configuration that I have in mind is following. :

https://porsche-code.com/PSBBEGF9

Any suggestions ?
Welcome.

Thank you for posting the code.
Make sure you will be happy with Partial Leather.
Rear Axle Steering recommended. PTV+ is nice to have.

 

[SteveInKirkland]

-I have jet black RS Spyders - they are an absolute pain to keep super clean. Not sure if satin are any easier. This is the first EV I've owned (note - not my 1st EV...) that uses friction brakes so much - it is annoying. Most of my prior electric vehicles used regen exclusively and generated very little brake dust. This is the only reason I opted for black wheels, so a bit disappointing.

I washed my car yesterday and I thought: my 22" sport wheels had so little brake dust on them!

The comparison is my Audis and other Porsches ... which generate a ton of brake dust.

My wheels have so little brake dust on them that I may not even use wheel cleaner during the next wash to see what happens.

 

[SteveInKirkland]

My car is white with high gloss accents. The side panels are painted white. 22" wheels. When washing the car, I notice a lot of dirt sticks inside of the nooks around those painted white side panels. A lot. The 22" wheels kick dirt over the side and rear of the car almost every time I drive it. Washing the top of the car is done in seconds and the bottom looks like it rolled around in the mud on its own.

 

[RunningOnSolar]

Agree with other posts that driving experience and interior details are highest priority.

I see you included the HUD. Almost every review of the HUD is favorable, mine included. I’m delighted most by the HUD and how it automatically shows the information I need most when I need it.

I did not see surround view on your build. I haven’t used the parking assist, but value the surround view.

My best advice is to also watch some of the YouTube videos, such as the PCar Whisperer, but there are several others.



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