Porsche has taken a bold step into the future with the all-new 2025 Macan Electric, marking a significant shift in the brand’s best-selling model. This transition from internal combustion to all-electric propulsion represents a pivotal moment for Porsche in Australia, where the Macan has long been the top-selling model in the lineup.
Lineup and Pricing
The 2025 Porsche Macan Electric range in Australia consists of four variants:
Macan (Rear-Wheel Drive): $128,400
Macan 4: $134,400
Macan 4S: $149,300
Macan Turbo: $184,400
All prices are before on-road costs.
It’s worth noting that this new electric lineup represents a significant price increase over the outgoing petrol-powered models, with the entry-level Macan EV costing $33,300 more than its combustion counterpart.
Powertrain and Performance
All Macan Electric variants are equipped with a 100kWh battery pack, providing impressive range and performance figures:
Macan 4: Dual-motor setup with 400kW (536 hp) and 745Nm of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds.
Macan Turbo: Enhanced dual-motor configuration producing 485kW (650 hp) and 1000Nm of torque. 0-100 km/h in just 3.3 seconds.
The Macan Turbo, in particular, stands out as Porsche’s most powerful electric vehicle to date.
Range and Charging
The Macan Electric boasts impressive range figures, with all models offering over 600km of driving range. The rear-wheel-drive variant leads the pack with up to 654km of range, while the all-wheel-drive models follow closely behind.
Charging capabilities are equally impressive, with the Macan Electric supporting DC fast charging at rates up to 270kW. This allows for rapid charging times, with the ability to add up to 170 kilometers of range in just 10 minutes under ideal conditions.
Design and Exterior
While the 2025 Macan Electric maintains a familiar silhouette, Porsche claims that every body panel is new. The exterior features a sharper nose, squarer headlights, and a full-width rear light bar. A new air vent above the front number plate improves engine cooling, while the rear side windows have been reprofiled with a pronounced kink.
The Macan Turbo distinguishes itself with Turbonite exterior finishes and 21-inch centre-lock wheels shod in specially developed Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres.
Interior and Technology
The interior of the 2025 Macan Electric represents a significant upgrade in both quality and customization options. Key features include:
12.6-inch curved digital instrument cluster
10.9-inch central infotainment touchscreen
Optional 10.9-inch passenger display
Augmented reality head-up display (standard on Turbo)
Customizable interior with eight color options and various material choices
Improved rear legroom and knee room due to longer wheelbase
Up to 923 liters of cargo space behind the second row
The infotainment system has seen a significant upgrade in terms of usability and computation power, offering seamless integration with smartphones and advanced navigation features.
Driving Dynamics
Despite the added weight of the electric powertrain (about 500kg heavier than the previous model), the Macan Electric maintains Porsche’s reputation for exceptional handling. The vehicle comes standard with adaptive air suspension, which automatically adjusts ride height and damping forces to optimize comfort and handling.
The Macan Turbo further enhances its performance credentials with the inclusion of Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus and the Sport Chrono Package as standard.
Safety and Driver Assistance
The 2025 Macan Electric comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of safety features, including:
Intersection assist
Swerve and turn assist
Traffic-sign recognition
Lane-keep assist
Adaptive cruise control
Surround view camera system
Australian Market Position
The Macan Electric enters a competitive luxury electric SUV market in Australia, facing off against rivals like the Mercedes-Benz EQC, BMW iX3, and Tesla Model Y.
While the price increase may be a hurdle for some buyers, Porsche is banking on the Macan’s performance credentials, advanced technology, and brand cachet to attract customers.
2025 Porsche Macan Electric
The 2025 Porsche Macan Electric represents a bold move for the German automaker, transforming its best-selling model into a fully electric vehicle. While the significant price increase and shift to electric power may challenge some traditional Porsche customers, the new Macan offers impressive performance, range, and technology that should appeal to luxury EV buyers.
As Australia continues to embrace electric vehicles, the Macan Electric stands as a testament to Porsche’s commitment to performance and innovation in the electric age. Whether it can match the sales success of its petrol-powered predecessor remains to be seen, but there’s no doubt that the 2025 Macan Electric sets a new benchmark for electric performance SUVs in the Australian market.