Sport chrono won’t give you more power. You get over boost/power when using launch control which all have. Sc on the macan gives you the clock a pcm app and sport plus chassis settings.
the "Missing" auto-regen in the Macan is "mapped" to the "diamond" button - it's not missing - it's just assigned to the diamond button - or if you're using diamond button for something else - it's software button on the PCM screenI finally got my Macan 4S and even if I only driven 100miles so far, these are my first impressions compared to the Taycan 4S
Driving
There are lots of differences here: Macan pedals have lots more travel than the Taycan, making it more relaxing and delivering a more progressive feeling; however not as sporty as the Taycan, no matter if it is in Normal or Sports modes. The steering wheel is slightly different too, if I am not wrong a tiny bigger than the Taycan.
Cornering seems to be great, but of course, you feel the height (both cars have air suspension), however, I only have rear-axle steering on the Macan, and in my opinion, it is a MUST have spec, it really makes the car more nimble both at low and high speed - manoeuvring my Tacyan now seems like moving a tank (despite having power steering..)
Acceleration seems to be similar but the pedals being so different provide a very different feeling, I will update the post when I'll do more miles with the Macan - Macan's throttle is attached from the top, not at the floor like Taycan or other sports car, I really hate that.
I think I will only drive the Macan in sport settings, while I usually stick to normal on the Taycan (mostly London driving..)
Overall Quality
They are siblings, but there is no way that can be classified as the same class. You can feel the "weight" of the doors when you open and close, by the overall refinements in the cabin (even if, to be fair, I have extended leather in the Taycan and regular leather on the Macan). I also mixed the seats, with 14 way on the Macan which are way more comfortable but a bit slippery compared to the 18 way on the Taycan. Seating position is clearly different given the nature of the 2 vehicles., I can see how some people may prefer one or the other (of course getting in & out from the Macan is way easier)
Charging
Just a tiny note to say that using the Porsche mobile charge (very disappointed to find out it didn't come included in the Macan) on UK 3 pin, I can get 2.2kw/h on the Taycan and 2.4 kw/h on the Macan, so something better there.
Looks
Extremely subjective I know, I really like the Macan, especially in person, but there is nothing that comes closer to the ST taycan unless we talk 911. I did spec the red leather on the Macan which I love and now it makes my Taycan black interiors a bit sad.
Rear Passenger Space
I haven't carried my 4y old in the Macan yet, but I installed the same Porche child seat in the 2 cars (with the same lifesafer seats protection) and honestly I think the Taycan ST may have the same space in the back for the kid....main comfort being the height and the seat inclination. I don't plan to carry adults in the back as they are annoying....but I'll check when I will be forced.
Infotainement
Not even a comparison here, Macan is way faster and more reactive, I also love the ambient lights used to signal many operations, I wish the Taycan had the same. The Play Store with Youtube, Amazon Music, Podcast apps and a few games is really good, I hope developers will push more apps there. With Android Auto connected the Macan driver's display can show the full map with all info + directions (only thing available on the Taycan) which is also great.
Range
Too early and also the Macan got out from the dealership under the snow ( !!!), however as of today with 80% charge my Taycan (performance battery+) is quoting 185miles, the Macan 235miles. Probably too early to judge, but Macan is a clear winner
Other Options
I have the pano roof on both, on the Taycan I thought it was a must option and while I still like it a lot, as a driver I don't really have any benefits from it, waaay better valuable option in the Macan with the options to cover it from the inside and to open it...
I am disappointed the removed the "auto-regen" mode on the Macan, as I always use that on the Taycan so I can mix and match the smooth sailing with regen when there is a car in front.
The Macan central console is also much better, however the armrest not being adjustable in length is a bit annoying (especially for not-so-tall people)
Overall I am super happy with both cars, but I can't see how people are swapping one for the other
I finally got my Macan 4S and even if I only driven 100miles so far, these are my first impressions compared to the Taycan 4S
Driving
There are lots of differences here: Macan pedals have lots more travel than the Taycan, making it more relaxing and delivering a more progressive feeling; however not as sporty as the Taycan, no matter if it is in Normal or Sports modes. The steering wheel is slightly different too, if I am not wrong a tiny bigger than the Taycan.
Cornering seems to be great, but of course, you feel the height (both cars have air suspension), however, I only have rear-axle steering on the Macan, and in my opinion, it is a MUST have spec, it really makes the car more nimble both at low and high speed - manoeuvring my Tacyan now seems like moving a tank (despite having power steering..)
Acceleration seems to be similar but the pedals being so different provide a very different feeling, I will update the post when I'll do more miles with the Macan - Macan's throttle is attached from the top, not at the floor like Taycan or other sports car, I really hate that.
I think I will only drive the Macan in sport settings, while I usually stick to normal on the Taycan (mostly London driving..)
Overall Quality
They are siblings, but there is no way that can be classified as the same class. You can feel the "weight" of the doors when you open and close, by the overall refinements in the cabin (even if, to be fair, I have extended leather in the Taycan and regular leather on the Macan). I also mixed the seats, with 14 way on the Macan which are way more comfortable but a bit slippery compared to the 18 way on the Taycan. Seating position is clearly different given the nature of the 2 vehicles., I can see how some people may prefer one or the other (of course getting in & out from the Macan is way easier)
Charging
Just a tiny note to say that using the Porsche mobile charge (very disappointed to find out it didn't come included in the Macan) on UK 3 pin, I can get 2.2kw/h on the Taycan and 2.4 kw/h on the Macan, so something better there.
Looks
Extremely subjective I know, I really like the Macan, especially in person, but there is nothing that comes closer to the ST taycan unless we talk 911
Rear Passenger Space
I haven't carried my 4y old in the Macan yet, but I installed the same Porche child seat in the 2 cars (with the same lifesafer seats protection) and honestly I think the Taycan ST may have the same space in the back for the kid....main comfort being the height and the seat inclination. I don't plan to carry adults in the back as they are annoying....but I'll check when I will be forced.
Infotainement
Not even a comparison here, Macan is way faster and more reactive, I also love the ambient lights used to signal many operations, I wish the Taycan had the same. The Play Store with Youtube, Amazon Music, Podcast apps and a few games is really good, I hope developers will push more apps there. With Android Auto connected the Macan driver's display can show the full map with all info + directions (only thing available on the Taycan) which is also great.
Range
Too early and also the Macan got out from the dealership under the snow ( !!!), however as of today with 80% charge my Taycan (performance battery+) is quoting 185miles, the Macan 235miles. Probably too early to judge, but Macan is a clear winner
Other Options
I have the pano roof on both, on the Taycan I thought it was a must option and while I still like it a lot, as a driver I don't really have any benefits from it, waaay better valuable option in the Macan with the options to cover it from the inside and to open it...
I am disappointed the removed the "auto-regen" mode on the Macan, as I always use that on the Taycan so I can mix and match the smooth sailing with regen when there is a car in front.
The Macan central console is also much better, however the armrest not being adjustable in length is a bit annoying (especially for not-so-tall people)
Overall I am super happy with both cars, but I can't see how people are swapping one for the other
Clearly range will be better given the larger battery. A more apples to apples comparison would be with the J2 Taycan which has the same increased capacity battery.I finally got my Macan 4S and even if I only driven 100miles so far, these are my first impressions compared to the Taycan 4S
Driving
There are lots of differences here: Macan pedals have lots more travel than the Taycan, making it more relaxing and delivering a more progressive feeling; however not as sporty as the Taycan, no matter if it is in Normal or Sports modes. The steering wheel is slightly different too, if I am not wrong a tiny bigger than the Taycan.
Cornering seems to be great, but of course, you feel the height (both cars have air suspension), however, I only have rear-axle steering on the Macan, and in my opinion, it is a MUST have spec, it really makes the car more nimble both at low and high speed - manoeuvring my Tacyan now seems like moving a tank (despite having power steering..)
Acceleration seems to be similar but the pedals being so different provide a very different feeling, I will update the post when I'll do more miles with the Macan - Macan's throttle is attached from the top, not at the floor like Taycan or other sports car, I really hate that.
I think I will only drive the Macan in sport settings, while I usually stick to normal on the Taycan (mostly London driving..)
Overall Quality
They are siblings, but there is no way that can be classified as the same class. You can feel the "weight" of the doors when you open and close, by the overall refinements in the cabin (even if, to be fair, I have extended leather in the Taycan and regular leather on the Macan). I also mixed the seats, with 14 way on the Macan which are way more comfortable but a bit slippery compared to the 18 way on the Taycan. Seating position is clearly different given the nature of the 2 vehicles., I can see how some people may prefer one or the other (of course getting in & out from the Macan is way easier)
Charging
Just a tiny note to say that using the Porsche mobile charge (very disappointed to find out it didn't come included in the Macan) on UK 3 pin, I can get 2.2kw/h on the Taycan and 2.4 kw/h on the Macan, so something better there.
Looks
Extremely subjective I know, I really like the Macan, especially in person, but there is nothing that comes closer to the ST taycan unless we talk 911
Rear Passenger Space
I haven't carried my 4y old in the Macan yet, but I installed the same Porche child seat in the 2 cars (with the same lifesafer seats protection) and honestly I think the Taycan ST may have the same space in the back for the kid....main comfort being the height and the seat inclination. I don't plan to carry adults in the back as they are annoying....but I'll check when I will be forced.
Infotainement
Not even a comparison here, Macan is way faster and more reactive, I also love the ambient lights used to signal many operations, I wish the Taycan had the same. The Play Store with Youtube, Amazon Music, Podcast apps and a few games is really good, I hope developers will push more apps there. With Android Auto connected the Macan driver's display can show the full map with all info + directions (only thing available on the Taycan) which is also great.
Range
Too early and also the Macan got out from the dealership under the snow ( !!!), however as of today with 80% charge my Taycan (performance battery+) is quoting 185miles, the Macan 235miles. Probably too early to judge, but Macan is a clear winner
Other Options
I have the pano roof on both, on the Taycan I thought it was a must option and while I still like it a lot, as a driver I don't really have any benefits from it, waaay better valuable option in the Macan with the options to cover it from the inside and to open it...
I am disappointed the removed the "auto-regen" mode on the Macan, as I always use that on the Taycan so I can mix and match the smooth sailing with regen when there is a car in front.
The Macan central console is also much better, however the armrest not being adjustable in length is a bit annoying (especially for not-so-tall people)
Overall I am super happy with both cars, but I can't see how people are swapping one for the other
