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2016 Porsche Macan: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2016 Porsche Macan is standard tri-zone automatic climate control across the lineup. Otherwise, it is a light equipment update, with the same S and Turbo engines, AWD system, and seven-speed automatic transmission as before.
About the 2016 Porsche Macan
1st generation Macan (95B), early-production year; second U.S. model year before the broader 2017 lineup expansion.
Porsche positions the Macan as the sports car of the compact luxury SUV class. Its appeal is not maximum cargo room or a long list of standard luxury extras; it is the combination of quick acceleration, sharp steering, confident AWD traction, and everyday SUV usefulness. For most shoppers, the Macan stands out because it feels more like a Porsche from the driver’s seat than most compact luxury SUVs do, while still offering five-passenger seating and a liftgate.
The Macan S is the everyday performance model, pairing a 340-hp twin-turbo V6 with AWD and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The 400-hp Macan Turbo is the flagship, with larger brakes, adaptive suspension damping, heated front sport seats, and a heated steering wheel.
What changed, by category
Tech
Tri-zone automatic climate control became standard on every Macan. The Turbo also gained a heated steering wheel as standard equipment.
2016 Porsche Macan specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 7-Spd PDK Dbl-Cltch | Auto, 7-Spd PDK Dbl-Cltch |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Horsepower | 340 hp | 400 hp |
| Torque | 339 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4409 lb | 4409 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 53 cu-ft | 53 cu-ft |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| HID Headlights | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Subwoofer | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| USB Ports | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2016 Porsche Macan?
The biggest change is that tri-zone automatic climate control became standard across the 2016 Macan lineup. The Turbo also gained a standard heated steering wheel.
Was the 2016 Porsche Macan redesigned?
No, the 2016 Macan was not redesigned. It received a small equipment update, while its engines, AWD system, transmission, body, and overall styling carried over.
Did the 2016 Porsche Macan get new engines?
No, the 2016 Macan kept its existing engines. The S retained its 340-hp 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6, and the Turbo retained its 400-hp 3.6-liter twin-turbo V6.
Is the 2016 Porsche Macan meaningfully different from the 2015 model?
Only slightly. The 2016 model adds standard tri-zone climate control across the range, plus a standard heated steering wheel on the Turbo, but it does not receive a major mechanical or styling update.
Which 2016 Porsche Macan trim is more powerful?
The Turbo is more powerful, with a 400-hp 3.6-liter twin-turbo V6. The S uses a 340-hp 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 and serves as the less extreme everyday performance model.
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