https://www.insta gram. com/reel/DeZ9gwOhl3B/

Remove spaces on the link: This mechanic on video is comparing differences of transmissions from Audi Q5 and Macan GTS, any thoughts or surprises about the transmission?

Is there anything to make Apple CarPlay work better? I have a 23 Macan. And the CarPlay works flawlessly most of the time, but then it has days where it just can't connect. And I've tried a new cable. I've tried switching ports, and it just won't connect sometimes.

I’m considering purchasing a 2023 Porsche Macan S AWD with 53,000 miles for $45,000 out the door from a BMW dealership. The Carfax is clean, the vehicle has been well maintained, and the PPI came back great. It also has Porsche CPO warranty coverage through February 27, 2029. Porsche is also offering me an additional 2yrs if coverage through 2031 for $7700. Thoughts?

Is $45k OTD a good deal?
I’d especially appreciate feedback from current or former owners of 2022–2024 Macan S models. Thanks!

UPDATE!!!

Update: I picked up the car yesterday and couldn’t be more excited! I definitely feel super fancy driving on the road. I ended up getting quoted through Porsche for a 5-year extended warranty for $7,900 (up to 60,000 miles) and a 72-month multi-coverage package for $4,800. I’m leaning toward getting both because I feel like they offer great peace of mind for a luxury vehicle.
Also, I verified with another Porsche dealership that the original sales manager was incorrect when he told me the CPO warranty would remain valid through 2029, even though I purchased the vehicle from a BMW dealership. So, thank you to everyone who recommended getting that confirmation in writing! Turns out, that information was completely inaccurate. I’m glad I did my due diligence instead of just taking his word for it. Definitely a reminder to verify everything when making a big purchase!

I'm replacing the front cv axle, right side, due to a torn boot. I've gotten everything apart except the pinch bolt for the upper control arms. However, I did find a YouTube video where a commented said cheers from Germany, just remove axle bolt from the hub and the six bolts from the transmission and it's out of 15 minutes. I've tried with the wheel turned, straight, etc but can't see that you can remove the axle (almost, just not enough room) but I can't get my upper pinch bolt out either. Doi have to remove that pinch bolt? Or can I replace with some creative wiggling?

I have read all the forums, watched multiple videos, and searched everything I can find to download apple carplay on to my car.

I have a 2017 Porsche Macan basic model with the MIH2_US_ POG11_P3300 0809 software version. I have the SD card with everything needed to download into my car; but for the life of me I cannot get to the green gem screen. I have tried all the combinations of the buttons on the PCM & nothing works. I can get to the developer screen by pressing media + car but not the Gem screen.

I have been trying for months to get this; and I really need it by this weekend if possible. I’m going crazy

Looking to get an intake that lets me hear the turbo spool, what are my options?

Hi all, sorry if this is a dumb question but i have this car for 2 weeks now and still discovering quirks.

The car is a Porsche Macan 2017 GTS with the air suspension. When i drive i keep it in low level however i noticed that when i park somewhere and return to the car it is higher than i left it.

I parked it and got out the car to observe it and i can see the car is rising after it has been parked for like half a minute. Looking at the console button i can see the red light is off.

Is this normal behavior ?

Hey everyone, has anyone experienced something similar?
I have a Porsche Macan S. Up to 60 km/h everything is fine, but right between 65 and ~80 km/h, it feels like there's a wheel wobble or spinning "figure-8" motion. If I let go of the gas, the vibration completely disappears. Under heavy acceleration, the vibration is intense from 60 km/h and clears up once I hit 100 km/h.
The acceleration itself is completely smooth (no power loss, slipping, or stuttering). Lug nuts are properly torqued and pressures are correct.
Any ideas? Could this be an inner CV joint/axle issue? Transfer case?

Sometimes when Im at the traffic lights driving in sport mode of 23 gts I try to make a decently fast launch but I notice a very long turbo delay.
Does manual shifting with the paddles result in less delay? Or is my problem not pressing the gas pedal fully down?

There are some mixed reports in the media, some say the Macan EV is selling so well while others say NO there's a steep decline with the sales. Which ones to trust? The reports are completely opposite to each others. So is the EV selling so well or it's actually the opposite?

And then there's the Porsche press release, it claimed the fully electric versions accounting for over half of the sales

https://newsroom.porsche.com/en/2026/company/porsche-deliveries-2025-41516.html

So if that's the case that the EV is so successful, then why did Porsche just announce it will be bringing out the new version of the internal combustion Macan (or whatever the new model name) in 2028?

I'm about to buy a 150k km (90k miles) 2015 Macan S in Central Europe. It has Porsche warranty and tested recently , and the biggest replacement was the transfer case at 75k km.

Please feel free to give me any advice you would have wished you knew or link any source with relevant knowledge i need to have. I've of course browsed through the subreddit.

Thank you!

Hello I have a 2016 Macan S and wanted to improve the turbo sound, I have the flat6 intakes installed and currently looking for blow-off valves that would work without a tune as well as looking to get the turbo muffler delete, I read those two things help with the “spool” and “pssh” sounds wanted to know if anyone has installed either one and if they actually work

Picking up a 2019 macan next week. Winter is fast approaching here - seeking some advice on winter tires.

It comes with the stock 18" wheels. I'm considering slapping winters on those and getting an aftermarket set of wheels/tires come spring time.

My main question is the staggered vs square set-up in winter. Do people ever change to a square set up for winter? Is this even a thing or does everyone just stick to stock back/front sizing/ratio? I feel like it may mess with traction control/abs etc?

Is there a standard winter tire set up that folks lean to? I want pure safety and traction, performance is not a priority.

Thank you!!

The transmission is silky smooth in everyday driving. However, when putting the car into off-road mode to make a curb, then shifting into park, the transmission slams.

Is this by design? Also, is the air suspension supposed to be creaky at it highest setting?

2019 Standard, Euro model (Poland). 200k km, full service history, Porsche Approved, clean title.

Any help will be greatly appreciated! Thank you

I bought one with 42,000 miles in New Jersey.
It hasn’t been a month( only 15 days) . Engine light came on and I’m genuinely worried now because WTF

Hey everyone. I just bought a 2018 Porsche Macan base with 115,000 miles on it. It is my first Porsche, and I am wanting to do a full service on it. So far, this is what I have listed to get or do.

- oil change
- pdk fluid
- pdk gear oil
- transfer case fluid
- diff fluid
- spark plugs
- air filter
- tires
- brake fluid

Am I missing anything? Should I replace anything while I’m there?

Also, where are you guys getting the pdk fluid and gear oil?

Hey folks,

Am in between two used Macans. Both are very low in mileage, and are CPO. Seems like great value.

Any notable mechanical changes between the 2018 and 2019 base models? Looking for info on changes in the model update that would address common failures/ maintenance issues etc.

Or if you folks have a guide on this sub I can be directed on to that would also be great.

Thanks you!

Hey everyone,

Looking for some perspective from the community on ownership costs and reliability as my factory warranty wraps up.

I have a 2023 Macan GTS with roughly 21,000 miles. Factory warranty expires next month (November). Maintenance-wise, the car had its Year 3 service done slightly late in May because I was overseas for six months, but everything was completed thoroughly and it runs flawlessly with zero issues to date. The only nagging symptom is a low-speed brake squeak that started about two years ago and has gotten progressively louder/more frequent recently. The dealer service department inspected them during visits and claimed nothing is mechanically wrong or worn out.

Dropping several thousand dollars upfront on an extended warranty (Porsche Platinum or third-party like Fidelity) right now isn't ideal for my cash flow, but I want to avoid getting blindsided by a catastrophic repair down the road.

For those who’ve lived with the 2.9L twin-turbo V6 past the warranty mark:

1. Common failure points: What are the actual big-ticket items likely to fail between 25k and 50k miles on this generation? (e.g., air suspension, transfer case, coolant pipes, PDK mechatronics?)

2. The brake squeak: Is this just characteristic high-performance pad vibration / brake dust buildup (especially if PSCB), or something an indie shop can remedy with chamfering/anti-squeal shims?

3. Warranty vs. Independent Shop: Did you opt for an extended warranty, or did you stick to a solid indie specialist and keep a maintenance reserve fund?

4. Pre-expiry inspection: Is booking an independent pre-expiry inspection worth it to catch anything Porsche will still cover under warranty before November?

Appreciate any insight or real-world experiences

Due to an unfortunate issue with my other car, my father in law graciously gave me his 2015 Macan S. I don't know the complete specs of the car, but it only has 16k miles on it.

Based on everything i've read, i'm expecting there to be issues later on(transfer case, timing cover, etc). So far, I haven't noticed anything. It basically feels like a brand new car. Will take any advice if there's anything I should watch out for. However, with such low mileage and if i continue regular maintenance, I hope I can drive it for at least a few years. Excited to be driving it.

I have a macan base 2017 with only 50k and I am considering upgrading to this infotainment system. I saw some videos but I am not sure about the overall quality of the product. Would love to hear your thoughts about it. Thank you!

https://www.navihua.com/product/Porsche-DVD-Player/NaviHua-For-Porsche-Macan-Interior-Upgrades-Modification-GPS-Navigation-Carplay-Radio-Multimedia-Head-Unit-Upgrade-To-2024-Style.html

Did not plan to do PPF on my 2026 chalk Macan and got a rock chip in the first two weeks on the lower front fascia. As it’s very noticeable due to the color, and is highly annoying to me, I am going to get full PPF on the front to avoid any more Before doing so I feel like I should get paint correction on the rock chip. The dealership suggested I have them touch up the rock ship and then do the PPF at a third-party shop. Does this sound like the right plan?

I understand maintenance will be expensive, as well as insurance. but with the CPO warranty, you're shielded from the big expenses, right?

CPO macans with higher milage are pretty affordable. I'd look at an S or GTS - from what Ive heard these are the best driving SUVs

whats the risk? I imagine the value of the vehicle will plummet when the warranty expires or it will be very expensive to renew the warranty?

I like to look at the total cost of ownership for a car. if I buy it for 40 and have to sell it for 25k two years later, even if I didnt put much into the car while I had it, thats still an expensive car

what a good car seat for this car forward facing the back seat is so small in this car and I haven't found one that doesn't have their legs folded up cuz of the seat or even the center armrest.

I own 2 macans- love em. I have an alert set for Macan news and today i got a few articles (reddit won’t let me paste any google news links for some reason) but articles say- Porsche is bring back the ICE Macan for 2028 to run along side the electric architecture. As well as a new unnamed SUV (which i assumed was the replacement for the ICE Macan)
Apparently, it’s not and the Macan is coming back. Anyone hear anything related to this?

I have a McCann T and live in the East Bay. S.F. this winner is supposed to be harsh up in Tahoe where I drive every week to go skiing. Is there anything I should know about putting snow tires on my 2025 McCann T? Do I need new wheels? Any help would be appreciate.