About to lock in Macan GTS. Will I regret not choosing the facelift Taycan 4S?

[GPUsizing]

Hi everybody.

I know they are a very different car but please hear me out. We want a fast 4 doors that is somewhat comfortable. I have no range anxiety as I had previously owned M3P and never came across charging issue.

Why Macan GTS?
- Quick
- Sounds Good
- Usable space in the back
- Don' need to carry people in the back
- Holds value better than Taycan (supposedly)

Why even consider Taycan 4S?
- Quick
- Easy to drive after a long day.
- Lower COG so driving enthusiastically should be better
- Very similar price as Macan GTS due to the lower EV tax
- Don't need to carry people in the back

I will not look into the Panemera 4S Hybrid. I drove it at a test drive event. It was like driving a boat, a quick one that is.

Now I have gone through this forum. I didn't want to resurrect an old thread because that is bad for the community or so I heard.

The general consensus is that Taycan Drive better but will Macan GTS will hold value better. I live in a hot climate country. The higher height ride of the Macan is only good for getting in and out since I don't need to plow through snow.


Now comes the value....

We all now see the plummet value of the 1st gen Taycan. I suspect that there will be much less order of the new Taycan because the fear of hefty depreciation. First time Porsche owner will probably consider Macan EV instead of a Taycan. This should drive the sale of Taycan 4S and up lower. Those that don't care about a used car might even go for a 1st gen Turbo for a 4S money. I just don't see how Porsche will be able to sell Taycan as much as its first gen Taycan sales. Of course, there are those that don't care about depreciation but I don't think this population makes up the total buyer of Taycan.

If this speculation is true, would the Taycan still suffer the same harsh depreciation or normal curve line? I somewhat care about the depreciation. I will be using this car for at least 4 years.

What I currently drive...

I currently own 991.2 GTS, 992,1 GT3, F90 M5, FK8. Fill I find this Macan GTS "slow" or "heavy" if I come from these cars? Will I find myself driving Macan GTS only when I need the space and not just driving for the sake of driving it?

Please advise. Thank you


TLDR: I am considering between the Porsche Macan GTS and the Taycan 4S, both of which are fast and have a four-door configuration. The Macan GTS appeals due to its resale value, practicality, and performance sound, whereas the Taycan 4S attracts with its ease of drive, better handling due to lower center of gravity, and similar pricing to the Macan GTS after EV tax reductions.

I have concerns about the Taycan's depreciation, especially observing the first generation's significant loss in value. Considering my current collection of somewhat fast cars, I am also questioning whether the Macan GTS might feel underwhelming in terms of speed or handling. My decision leans towards a car that offers both a thrilling drive and practical benefits, without significant financial depreciation over time.

 

[senwar]

I wanted to order a Macan GTS last year but couldn’t get a test drive. I’d already got an expression of interest deposit down on a Macan EV with no idea when it would come.

I ended up getting a CT4 and am so glad I did. I’m still looking at the Macan EV but also now considering a sport tourismo GTS.

For me, looking back, the Macan felt a little dated. I’m glad I did what I did.

 

[d00d]

Consider the Ioniq 5 N, looks more fun than either, and slightly faster than new 4S.

 

[Allydee]

Hi everybody.

I know they are a very different car but please hear me out. We want a fast 4 doors that is somewhat comfortable. I have no range anxiety as I had previously owned M3P and never came across charging issue.

Why Macan GTS?
- Quick
- Sounds Good
- Usable space in the back
- Don' need to carry people in the back
- Holds value better than Taycan (supposedly)

Why even consider Taycan 4S?
- Quick
- Easy to drive after a long day.
- Lower COG so driving enthusiastically should be better
- Very similar price as Macan GTS due to the lower EV tax
- Don't need to carry people in the back

I will not look into the Panemera 4S Hybrid. I drove it at a test drive event. It was like driving a boat, a quick one that is.

Now I have gone through this forum. I didn't want to resurrect an old thread because that is bad for the community or so I heard.

The general consensus is that Taycan Drive better but will Macan GTS will hold value better. I live in a hot climate country. The higher height ride of the Macan is only good for getting in and out since I don't need to plow through snow.


Now comes the value....

We all now see the plummet value of the 1st gen Taycan. I suspect that there will be much less order of the new Taycan because the fear of hefty depreciation. First time Porsche owner will probably consider Macan EV instead of a Taycan. This should drive the sale of Taycan 4S and up lower. Those that don't care about a used car might even go for a 1st gen Turbo for a 4S money. I just don't see how Porsche will be able to sell Taycan as much as its first gen Taycan sales. Of course, there are those that don't care about depreciation but I don't think this population makes up the total buyer of Taycan.

If this speculation is true, would the Taycan still suffer the same harsh depreciation or normal curve line? I somewhat care about the depreciation. I will be using this car for at least 4 years.

What I currently drive...

I currently own 991.2 GTS, 992,1 GT3, F90 M5, FK8. Fill I find this Macan GTS "slow" or "heavy" if I come from these cars? Will I find myself driving Macan GTS only when I need the space and not just driving for the sake of driving it?

Please advise. Thank you


TLDR: I am considering between the Porsche Macan GTS and the Taycan 4S, both of which are fast and have a four-door configuration. The Macan GTS appeals due to its resale value, practicality, and performance sound, whereas the Taycan 4S attracts with its ease of drive, better handling due to lower center of gravity, and similar pricing to the Macan GTS after EV tax reductions.

I have concerns about the Taycan's depreciation, especially observing the first generation's significant loss in value. Considering my current collection of somewhat fast cars, I am also questioning whether the Macan GTS might feel underwhelming in terms of speed or handling. My decision leans towards a car that offers both a thrilling drive and practical benefits, without significant financial depreciation over time.

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[Allydee]

How long do you keep your cars..I'm not turning my cars over every 2 years now so not worried about high depreciation if selling early .

 

[Perry]

I would care to not just assume that the Macan won’t depreciate just as quickly as a Taycan. I think the main problem is that the market for used high-end EVs is pretty much non-existent. With EV technology moving so incredibly fast, anyone who can afford such cars will want to buy new, especially with Porsche where customisation is a large part of the value.

Regarding the cars, is there a reason why you aren’t considering a Cross/Sport Turismo? With the extra boot space, one would think that it would be more suitable.

Either way, I doubt you would be unhappy with whatever you choose here.

 

[Tighlines]

Judging by the other cars you own, you like style and drivability. In my opinion it's a no-brainer, Taycan all day, everyday. The 2 cars are not even comparable when it comes to looks/style and ride quality.
The Taycan does have its draw backs but those don't seem to be an issue for you.

 

[Bakerman911]

I drove the Macan last week as a loaner when my Taycan was in for heater replacement.
Very happy when I was back in the Taycan

 

[Gra13]

I own a 4S ST, I drove the Macan GTS a few months back on a Porsche test drive day. In my view there is no comparison Taycan all day!!

 

[W1NGE]

Hi everybody.

I know they are a very different car but please hear me out. We want a fast 4 doors that is somewhat comfortable. I have no range anxiety as I had previously owned M3P and never came across charging issue.

Why Macan GTS?
- Quick
- Sounds Good
- Usable space in the back
- Don' need to carry people in the back
- Holds value better than Taycan (supposedly)

Why even consider Taycan 4S?
- Quick
- Easy to drive after a long day.
- Lower COG so driving enthusiastically should be better
- Very similar price as Macan GTS due to the lower EV tax
- Don't need to carry people in the back

I will not look into the Panemera 4S Hybrid. I drove it at a test drive event. It was like driving a boat, a quick one that is.

Now I have gone through this forum. I didn't want to resurrect an old thread because that is bad for the community or so I heard.

The general consensus is that Taycan Drive better but will Macan GTS will hold value better. I live in a hot climate country. The higher height ride of the Macan is only good for getting in and out since I don't need to plow through snow.


Now comes the value....

We all now see the plummet value of the 1st gen Taycan. I suspect that there will be much less order of the new Taycan because the fear of hefty depreciation. First time Porsche owner will probably consider Macan EV instead of a Taycan. This should drive the sale of Taycan 4S and up lower. Those that don't care about a used car might even go for a 1st gen Turbo for a 4S money. I just don't see how Porsche will be able to sell Taycan as much as its first gen Taycan sales. Of course, there are those that don't care about depreciation but I don't think this population makes up the total buyer of Taycan.

If this speculation is true, would the Taycan still suffer the same harsh depreciation or normal curve line? I somewhat care about the depreciation. I will be using this car for at least 4 years.

What I currently drive...

I currently own 991.2 GTS, 992,1 GT3, F90 M5, FK8. Fill I find this Macan GTS "slow" or "heavy" if I come from these cars? Will I find myself driving Macan GTS only when I need the space and not just driving for the sake of driving it?

Please advise. Thank you


TLDR: I am considering between the Porsche Macan GTS and the Taycan 4S, both of which are fast and have a four-door configuration. The Macan GTS appeals due to its resale value, practicality, and performance sound, whereas the Taycan 4S attracts with its ease of drive, better handling due to lower center of gravity, and similar pricing to the Macan GTS after EV tax reductions.

I have concerns about the Taycan's depreciation, especially observing the first generation's significant loss in value. Considering my current collection of somewhat fast cars, I am also questioning whether the Macan GTS might feel underwhelming in terms of speed or handling. My decision leans towards a car that offers both a thrilling drive and practical benefits, without significant financial depreciation over time.

I would skip the ICE Macan at this point (discontinued in EU countries now due to EU rule changes on cybersecurity which Porsche won't address on such an old model now) and go Macan EV if the wait time is acceptable.

There is no comparison between a Macan GTS and a Taycan 4S - the latter wins hands down all day long on every attribute IMHO.

I've had a Macan Turbo some years back - great but cramped. I've had a T4S and now a TGTS (awesome) but my wife wanted a Macan T so we have one of those but suspect will go EV next time around.

Road tax is coming to EVs so you may discount that advantage shortly.

Depreciation is a thing for sure but in 2 / 3 years time it will be a different story but a hard one to call. Take £10K off dealer price for 2nd hand Macan GTS models to get an idea of current trade values. General consensus is that the Taycan residuals will pick up once move Porsche EVs are on the roads - but that's a wild optimistic assumption on my part.

 

[Gwaihir]

I think I’m just going to keep my Taycan GTS until the Model S is available in RHD then leave Porsche. Reason? Over the last 10 years of multiple Porsche ownership the technology is sliding backwards, costs rocketing and we still don’t get OTA updates - apart from maps!

 

[Midlifecrisis]

Macan GTS just feels pedestrian and unresponsive compared to my Taycan. However, post the same question on a Macan forum and they will give you completely the opposite answer. Maybe you have already done this - but forums are pretty polarised toward the car they represent.

 

[Chas1]

I think I’m just going to keep my Taycan GTS until the Model S is available in RHD then leave Porsche. Reason? Over the last 10 years of multiple Porsche ownership the technology is sliding backwards, costs rocketing and we still don’t get OTA updates - apart from maps!

Model S is a great car especially the latest version but I see no chance of RHD coming any time soon and even then it doesn't have the support that the Taycan has. I have found Porsche dealerships are a cut above most other car companies. Tesla ownership experience is way behind Porsche but you have to pay for it.

 

[RAHRCR]

Hi everybody.

I know they are a very different car but please hear me out. We want a fast 4 doors that is somewhat comfortable. I have no range anxiety as I had previously owned M3P and never came across charging issue.

Why Macan GTS?
- Quick
- Sounds Good
- Usable space in the back
- Don' need to carry people in the back
- Holds value better than Taycan (supposedly)

Why even consider Taycan 4S?
- Quick
- Easy to drive after a long day.
- Lower COG so driving enthusiastically should be better
- Very similar price as Macan GTS due to the lower EV tax
- Don't need to carry people in the back

I will not look into the Panemera 4S Hybrid. I drove it at a test drive event. It was like driving a boat, a quick one that is.

Now I have gone through this forum. I didn't want to resurrect an old thread because that is bad for the community or so I heard.

The general consensus is that Taycan Drive better but will Macan GTS will hold value better. I live in a hot climate country. The higher height ride of the Macan is only good for getting in and out since I don't need to plow through snow.


Now comes the value....

We all now see the plummet value of the 1st gen Taycan. I suspect that there will be much less order of the new Taycan because the fear of hefty depreciation. First time Porsche owner will probably consider Macan EV instead of a Taycan. This should drive the sale of Taycan 4S and up lower. Those that don't care about a used car might even go for a 1st gen Turbo for a 4S money. I just don't see how Porsche will be able to sell Taycan as much as its first gen Taycan sales. Of course, there are those that don't care about depreciation but I don't think this population makes up the total buyer of Taycan.

If this speculation is true, would the Taycan still suffer the same harsh depreciation or normal curve line? I somewhat care about the depreciation. I will be using this car for at least 4 years.

What I currently drive...

I currently own 991.2 GTS, 992,1 GT3, F90 M5, FK8. Fill I find this Macan GTS "slow" or "heavy" if I come from these cars? Will I find myself driving Macan GTS only when I need the space and not just driving for the sake of driving it?

Please advise. Thank you


TLDR: I am considering between the Porsche Macan GTS and the Taycan 4S, both of which are fast and have a four-door configuration. The Macan GTS appeals due to its resale value, practicality, and performance sound, whereas the Taycan 4S attracts with its ease of drive, better handling due to lower center of gravity, and similar pricing to the Macan GTS after EV tax reductions.

I have concerns about the Taycan's depreciation, especially observing the first generation's significant loss in value. Considering my current collection of somewhat fast cars, I am also questioning whether the Macan GTS might feel underwhelming in terms of speed or handling. My decision leans towards a car that offers both a thrilling drive and practical benefits, without significant financial depreciation over time.

If depreciation is a key part of this decision, then Toyota would be a good option. Having owned all 3 of the cars mentioned, my ranked choice is Taycan, Panamera, and Macan (distant 3rd). Macan is a great vehicle but not in the same class as the others. The only thing that would change my ranking would be disruptive pricing…..ie a Macan that was priced super low or something.

 

[Gwaihir]

Model S is a great car especially the latest version but I see no chance of RHD coming any time soon and even then it doesn't have the support that the Taycan has. I have found Porsche dealerships are a cut above most other car companies. Tesla ownership experience is way behind Porsche but you have to pay for it.

I was thinking that with brake-by-wire, steer-by-wire and drive-by-wire moving the pedals and steering wheel should be much easier.