DIVA Drives

from Ohlala Bahrain May 2019

by Fact ME

POWER AND PLAY

Management (PTM) system. This means that whether you’re pedalling it down the highway to your next mani-pedi appointment or doing a daily cold store visit, the Macan will automatically adjust to the road and driving style. The tyres have been newly developed with upgraded performance capabilities and range from 18 inches to 21 inches. All of these features and many more, combined with striking exterior colour options such as Miami Blue, Dolomite Silver Metallic, Crayon and Mamba Green Metallic ensure the 2019 Macan has a bold and beautiful presence on any road.

Slipping inside the new Macan, an immediate feeling of luxury and class enveloped us. As expected, Porsche’s attention to detail and use of highquality materials was obvious and the overall design of the cabin area has been developed for performance and practicality. This model offers a complete range of digital features that are operated via the new Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system. This system has been perfectly designed to provide the driver with an interactive experience that increases their control over the vehicle’s performance. This Porsche model houses a 10.9-inch-wide, full-HD touchscreen and similarly to the Cayenne and Panamera models, the user interface can be adjusted to cater to personal requirements. You know what that means ladies; put your bffs on speed dial, your favourite playlist on repeat and put the that heel to the shield. This newly developed system includes great features such as intelligent voice control, mobile phone preparation, two audio interfaces and navigation. An anti-theft alarm system complete with interior surveillance is also fitted as standard.

As with any Porsche, the real excitement began once we engaged the ignition. The 2019 Macan comes with an efficient 2.0 litre, fourcylinder, turbocharged petrol engine. The master designers at Porsche have improved the combustion and chamber geometry of this already impressive engine and it shows through its effortless performance. The Macan delivers 252 hp (185 kW) and has a maximum torque of 370 Nm. Combined with the vehicle’s seven-gear PDK dual-clutch gearbox, this compact SUV surges from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.7 seconds and can hold a top speed of 227km/h. There are few feelings that can match the excitement of being powered along the tarmac by a vehicle of this calibre. And there’s no better feeling than driving a car that is as powerful on the outside as it is under the bonnet. The performance of the 2019 Macan is bolstered by both its efficient handling ad breaking that keeps the driver in full control throughout the driving experience. By the time we pulled back into the parking lot, our already sky-high opinion of the Porsche brand was once again solidified and we could now add the new 2019 Macan to our list of outstanding test-driven vehicles.

For more information or to book a test drive please visit www.porsche.com/middle-east/_bahrain_/ @porschecentrebahrain

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