Porsche Macan successor to be primarily based on new Audi Q5 platform

Porsche discontinued the ICE-powered Macan SUV publish the launch of its EV model. Nonetheless, the German carmaker is now mentioned to be engaged on a successor to the petrol-powered Macan SUV – albeit in an reasonably priced and simpler means.

In line with experiences, the brand new ICE mannequin, codenamed “M1”, will probably be underpinned by the Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) structure. This is identical platform which may even be utilized by the brand new Audi Q5.

Studies state that, in contrast to earlier iterations, Porsche won’t reengineer the platform. As a substitute, it’ll utilise the front-wheel-biased Quattro Extremely system, as seen on the Q5. This method operates as a front-wheel drive in regular circumstances, however can ship as much as 70% of torque to the rear wheels when deemed essential.

Porsche CEO Oliver Blume confirmed the “M1” challenge, whereas additionally stating that the carmaker is planning to develop the SUV in a comparatively quick span of three years.

The Macan successor would be the first mannequin in Porsche’s 40 years of promoting all-wheel-drive vehicles to characteristic a front-wheel-biased system.

Supply: Autocar UK