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External changes […]","datePublished":"2018-07-25","dateModified":"2018-07-25","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Porsche-Macan-revealed-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Porsche-Macan-revealed-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/facelifted-porsche-macan-revealed\/","about":["Cars","LATEST CAR NEWS","NEW RELEASES"],"wordCount":298,"keywords":["porsche","porsche macan","SUV"],"articleBody":"The Porsche Macan was a massive hit when it originally burst into the showrooms in 2013 and now the Macan has now been treated to a mid-life refresh for 2018.Amongst the changes for the facelifted SUV are a revised engine line-up, a new infotainment system, and tweaks to the chassis and styling. In terms of visual differences between this and the original Macan, you\u2019d need the eyes of a hawk, so we may as well list them.External changesThe side air intakes are now more vertical – emphasising the car\u2019s width – while LED headlights now come as standard. Around the back, you\u2019ll find new LED tail lamps stretched across the width of the boot lid – in the vein of its Cayenne big brother – as well as new 20- and 21-inch wheel designs and four fresh paint colours.Interior changesInside, there\u2019s a sportier steering wheel – pinched from the 911 – and a new 11-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Some fancy self-driving tech has made its way into the Macan too. Traffic jam assist allows the car to accelerate, brake and steer within lanes autonomously at speeds of up to 37mph, taking some of the pain away from congestion and sluggish roadworks.Air quality in the cabin is improved with the addition of an ioniser, and new springs on the chassis are lighter and stiffer too, resulting in improved agility and body control.Performance ChangesIn terms of engines, the Macan has ditched the diesel and is now offered with one of three petrol units: the same 252bhp two-litre turbo as before, a new three-litre V6 with 351bhp (Macan S), and a 434bhp 2.9-litre V6 twin-turbo.Potential Price ChangesNo word on pricing yet but Porsche will definitely ask for more than the \u00a346k starting price currently in place."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Facelifted Porsche Macan revealed","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/facelifted-porsche-macan-revealed\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]