Macan Turbo EV real range?

[PrudentOcean]

For steady speed highway driving I would expect there to be little difference between a 4 and a Turbo when otherwise identically equipped. Obviously the Turbo has a different rear motor and larger tires in stock configuration, but that's really the only difference, and it shouldn't reduce the range by more than about 10% or maybe 15%. That should still yield comfortably more than 300 miles in a Turbo.

 

[W1NGE]

For steady speed highway driving I would expect there to be little difference between a 4 and a Turbo when otherwise identically equipped. Obviously the Turbo has a different rear motor and larger tires in stock configuration, but that's really the only difference, and it shouldn't reduce the range by more than about 10% or maybe 15%. That should still yield comfortably more than 300 miles in a Turbo.

Depends where you live - warm climbs yes and cold no.

 

[USMA81]

Out of Spec did a second range test of the Macan Turbo, after the first with the developmental Macan 4. See link below. Terrain for that test is at an elevation of about 5,000 feet, and so somewhat less wind resistance than at lower elevation (better range); yet, highway range results will be lower than city because of higher wind resistance at high speed. Kyle got 294 miles here.

I think the US EPA range figures are pretty close to what we can expect. The 4 is 308 miles, I think, and Turbo / S are EPA 285 miles?

There is no “free lunch.” Spec it with large wheels and lots of weighty options, drive it hard in cold weather and range will be less. No surprise.

 

[tuffcalc]

Also, if you’re not aware, there’s a startup period during which there’s no regenerative braking. This is so the mechanical brakes can be properly bedded. It will definitely affect your range.

That’s not true. I have had regen since day one on my new turbo (12 delivery KM on it). Even in the cold Canadian winter.

 

[LivingTheDream]

That’s not true. I have had regen since day one on my new turbo (12 delivery KM on it). Even in the cold Canadian winter.

Actually, it is. Well discussed on this forum and documented in Porsche literature. You can “turn on” regen (i.e., non coasting), but the car will still use the hydraulic brakes more than normal for an initial break in period. Lots of debate over how long this period is, but general agreement that it’s a thing.

 

[tuffcalc]

Actually, it is. Well discussed on this forum and documented in Porsche literature. You can “turn on” regen (i.e., non coasting), but the car will still use the hydraulic brakes more than normal for an initial break in period. Lots of debate over how long this period is, but general agreement that it’s a thing.

Do you have one? I have two in my driveway (mine and my wife’s, both 2025s). I can absolutely guarantee you there is full regen since day 1.

 

[LivingTheDream]

Yes, I do own and drive one. Here’s the quote from the owner’s manual…


Bedding in and cleaning brakes

The vehicle has a braking recuperation system that feeds some of the braking energy back into the high-voltage battery. In order to bed in the wheel brake, the recuperation system is deactivated briefly on new vehicles or after changing the brake pads, which reduces the range. To support brake cleaning, recuperation is deactivated for a short time depending on the downtime, driving mode, and weather conditions. The recuperation system is then activated again automatically.

As I said, there’s been plenty of debate about how long this break-in period lasts.

 

[tuffcalc]

Yes, I do own and drive one. Here’s the quote from the owner’s manual…


Bedding in and cleaning brakes

The vehicle has a braking recuperation system that feeds some of the braking energy back into the high-voltage battery. In order to bed in the wheel brake, the recuperation system is deactivated briefly on new vehicles or after changing the brake pads, which reduces the range. To support brake cleaning, recuperation is deactivated for a short time depending on the downtime, driving mode, and weather conditions. The recuperation system is then activated again automatically.

As I said, there’s been plenty of debate about how long this break-in period lasts.

Like I said. In my case, on two different turbos, there has been full regen since delivery new.

I previously had a Taycan that did withhold regen for about 800km. Definitely not on these turbos.

I have zero incentive to make this up.

 

[LivingTheDream]

I have zero incentive to make this up.

I hear you. This factoid from the manual was offered as a means of helping people understand why they may be getting less-than-expected range during early days with their cars (a source of no small amount of distress for some). I fall into the "it is what it is" school of thought so I don't sweat it. That said, some people do and I offered my this observation to help explain why the early numbers are not meeting expectations. As always, YMMV.

 

[W1NGE]

Do you have one? I have two in my driveway (mine and my wife’s, both 2025s). I can absolutely guarantee you there is full regen since day 1.

How many miles were on the cars when you picked them up?

 

[tuffcalc]

How many miles were on the cars when you picked them up?

10 and 12.

 

[SergeyIndy]

10 and 12.

I would say that something is not right then. Bedding brake pads and rotors is needed from new and expected. Then there should be no regen after a period of non-use (overnight) so the pads and rotors get used before regen kicks in.

I would ask if you could take pictures of your rotors to see how they look. I would expect them to have rust spots if not used as expected.

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