Verdict
At RM700,000, the Macan Electric 4S is the sharper buy for Malaysian owners who will use its extra 20 km of quoted range. Its 512 hp, 820 Nm and 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time are already serious. The RM775,000 GTS cuts that sprint to 3.8 seconds with 563 hp and 955 Nm, while adding 10 km/h to top speed, but its 586 km range and RM1,140 annual road tax move the wrong way. Pay the RM75,000 gap only if the extra performance is the point.
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric 4S if 606 km of range and RM75,000 left in your pocket matter more than a 0.3-second sprint advantage.
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric GTS if you want 563 hp, 955 Nm and the quicker 3.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: RM700,000 versus RM775,000
- Motor output: 512 hp versus 563 hp
- Motor torque: 820 Nm versus 955 Nm
- EV range: 606 km versus 586 km
- 0-100 km/h: 4.1 seconds versus 3.8 seconds
- Annual road tax: RM915 versus RM1,140
4S
- RM75,000 cheaper to buy
- 20 km more quoted EV range: 606 km
- Lower annual road tax at RM915
- 51 hp and 135 Nm down on the GTS
- 0-100 km/h is 0.3 seconds slower at 4.1 seconds
- 240 km/h top speed is 10 km/h lower
GTS
- 563 hp and 955 Nm from its two motors
- 3.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- 250 km/h top speed
- Costs RM75,000 more
- Quoted range is 20 km lower at 586 km
- Annual road tax is RM225 higher at RM1,140
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM700,000✓ | RM775,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM915✓ | RM1,140 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | PPE platform, 800V architecture | PPE platform, 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 512 hp | 563 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 820 Nm | 955 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 100 kWh | 100 kWh |
| EV Range | 606 km✓ | 586 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 270 kW | 270 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,784 mm | 4,784 mm |
| Width | 1,938 mm | 1,938 mm |
| Height | 1,622 mm | 1,622 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,893 mm | 2,893 mm |
| Weight | 2,295 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres | 540 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R20 | 235/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/45R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags & Front Center Airbag) | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags & Front Center Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Two Outer Rear Seats | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Bose Sound System (710-watts) | 10.9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Bose Sound System (710-watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years | 8 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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4S vs GTS FAQ
Is the Porsche Macan Electric 4S or Porsche Macan Electric GTS better?
The Macan Electric 4S is the better buy: it costs less, has 606 km of range and lower road tax. Choose the GTS only if its 563 hp, 955 Nm and 3.8-second 0-100 km/h time justify the extra outlay.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Macan Electric GTS costs RM75,000 more than the Porsche Macan Electric 4S.
Which Macan Electric has the longer range?
The Porsche Macan Electric 4S has the longer quoted range at 606 km, against 586 km for the Porsche Macan Electric GTS. Both use a 100 kWh battery and support 11 kW AC and 270 kW DC charging.
