Current Porsche Macan GTS Electric – Reviews, Pricing, Specs & Buyers Guide
For more than half a century, the letters GTS have represented something special within the Porsche world. Originally worn by the lightweight, track-bred 904 Carrera GTS of 1963, the badge has since become shorthand for the perfect blend of road usability and motorsport-inspired performance. Now, for the first time, that heritage lands in Porsche’s fully electric compact SUV: the 2026 Porsche Macan GTS.
This is not simply another trim level—it’s the sharpest, most dynamically focused version of the electric Macan lineup. And for buyers who want the convenience of an EV with the soul and driving excitement of a true Porsche, the new GTS may be the sweet spot.
Power & Acceleration
The Macan GTS is powered by Porsche’s largest and most advanced rear electric motor—the same unit used in the Macan Turbo. The numbers are impressive:
- 509 hp in standard operation
- 563 hp in Overboost with Launch Control
- 704 lb-ft of torque
- 0–60 mph in 3.6 seconds
- ¼ mile in 12.0 seconds
- Top track speed: 155 mph
These are serious performance statistics, not just for an SUV, but for any EV on the market today.
What makes the GTS special is how quickly it can deliver—and sustain—this performance. With a high-efficiency 900-amp pulse inverter using silicon carbide (SiC) transistors, throttle response is immediate and consistent. Paired with a beefy 9.0:1 transmission ratio, the motor is engineered for repeated hard launches and high-load driving.
Battery & Charging
Every Macan GTS comes equipped with the 100 kWh high-voltage battery. Under ideal conditions:
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10% to 80% charge takes just 21 minutes
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DC fast-charging peaks at 270 kW
For daily driving, this means you can quickly juice up during errands or on road trips with minimal downtime.
Track Endurance Mode: Built for Hard Driving
One of the standout additions is the standard Sport Chrono Package, now enhanced with Track Endurance Mode, a feature borrowed from the high-performance Taycan lineup.
When activated, the system cools the battery to delay thermal derating—engineer-speak for power loss due to heat. The result? More consistent acceleration, repeatable lap times, and longer high-performance driving windows.
For anyone who takes their Macan to autocross, spirited canyon drives, or even track events, this feature alone sets the GTS apart in the EV segment.
Chassis, Handling & Dynamics: True GTS DNA
Suspension & Ride Height
The Macan GTS receives a sport-tuned air suspension system with:
- GTS-specific damper calibration
- GTS-specific roll bar tuning
- Lower standard ride height for improved cornering
- Load-leveling capability
Combined, these elements give the GTS the lowest center of gravity of any Macan Electric model.
Rear-Biased Power Delivery
Porsche configured the Macan GTS for a distinctly sporty feel:
- 48/52 front/rear weight distribution
- Porsche Traction Management (ePTM) for quick-reacting AWD
- Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus) with an electronically controlled rear limited slip differential
The limited slip diff is mounted directly behind the rear motor—another sign of how seriously Porsche pursued dynamic handling.
Optional rear-axle steering further enhances agility, improving tight-corner maneuverability and high-speed stability.
Electric Sport Sound
To add some theater, Porsche gives the GTS two unique Porsche Electric Sport Sound (PESS) profiles in Sport and Sport Plus modes, enhancing the emotional connection in a world where EVs often lack personality.
Exterior Design: Pure GTS Character
Porsche didn’t phone in the cosmetics. The Macan GTS adopts numerous styling cues exclusive to the model:
Black Accents Everywhere
GTS models are known for subtle menace, and the electric Macan continues the tradition with:
- Black inlays
- Black side blades
- Black wheel arch extensions
- Black rear spoiler lip
- Black lower fascia elements
- Tinted LED Matrix Design headlights
- Tinted tail lights
The look is cohesive, sporty, and unmistakably GTS.
Wider Rocker Panels & Sport Design Package
The GTS debuts Porsche’s new Sport Design Package, which becomes standard on the GTS and optional on other Macan Electric models starting summer 2026. The GTS version features:
- Wider rocker panels that flare toward the rear
- A unique lower diffuser
- Pronounced edges around the air blades
It’s athletic, muscular, and gives the GTS a more planted stance.
Wheels & Colors
Standard wheels:
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21-inch Macan Design wheels in Anthracite Gray
Optional wheels:
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22-inch RS Spyder Design wheels in the same color
Colors debuting on the Macan GTS:
- Chalk (returning favorite)
- Carmine Red (classic GTS hue)
- Lugano Blue (first time ever on a Macan)
With 15 regular colors and roughly 60 Paint-to-Sample options, personalization is boundless.
Interior: Race-Tex, Contrast Stitching & Carbon
Inside, the Macan GTS embraces a sportier, more tactile aesthetic.
Standard GTS Cabin
Expect a driver-focused, upscale interior featuring:
- Extended Race-Tex upholstery
- Black leather on bolsters & headrests
- Heated multifunction GTS steering wheel in Race-Tex
- 18-way adaptive Sport Seats with Race-Tex centers
It feels appropriately premium and performance-oriented.
GTS Interior Package
Buyers can take things further with the optional GTS Interior Package, which introduces:
- Contrast stitching matched to the exterior color (Carmine Red, Slate Gray Neo, or Lugano Blue)
- Color-matched seat belts
- Color-matched GTS logos on the seats
- Steering wheel with matching GTS logo
- Carbon Fiber Interior Package as standard with the GTS package
The digital displays also mirror the exterior color of the car, another small but delightful detail.
Sport Chrono Integration
Through the PCM app, drivers can record:
- Lap times
- Telemetry
- Sectors
- Track additions and analysis
For buyers who intend to use the Macan GTS for spirited driving, this is more than a gimmick—it’s a powerful tool.
Technology, Comfort & Driver Assistance (2026 Updates)
The GTS includes all of the new features Porsche introduced for the 2026 Macan Electric range:
- Porsche Digital Key (smartphone-as-key capability)
- New Park Assist features
- AI-assisted Voice Pilot
- Expanded in-car gaming
- Increased 5,500-lb towing capacity
These upgrades help ensure the Macan GTS is as capable in daily life as it is thrilling on back roads.
Pricing, Availability & Who This Model Is For
The 2026 Porsche Macan GTS starts at $103,000, with deliveries expected Spring 2026 in the U.S.
Who should consider it?
- Enthusiasts wanting an EV that still feels like a Porsche
- Drivers who prioritize handling, agility, and repeatable performance
- Buyers who want more drama and engagement than typical electric SUVs deliver
- Those who appreciate GTS styling and exclusivity
- Macan Turbo shoppers who prefer sharper handling over pure power
If you’re cross-shopping performance EVs (Model X Plaid, Mercedes EQE SUV, Audi SQ8 e-tron), the Macan GTS positions itself as the most driver-focused option—something that matters immensely to Porsche buyers.
Final Thoughts: A Genuine Porsche, Electrified
The 2026 Macan GTS is more than a new trim—it’s a clear statement. Porsche continues to push the EV space beyond simple acceleration metrics and into the realm of true driving enjoyment. This GTS is designed for people who want feedback, agility, and engagement, not just straight-line speed. In a rapidly electrifying world, Porsche’s first electric GTS proves that performance can evolve without losing its emotional core. If you want the sharpest expression of the electric Macan—and a compact EV SUV that behaves like a sports car—the GTS is the one to watch.
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Press Release
Dynamic and Engaging: Porsche introduces the first electric Macan GTS
October 21, 2025
Fifth model in the range
- Powerful powertrain, limited slip differential and sport-tuned air suspension with reduced standard ride height
- Up to 563 hp, 0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds
- Track mode cools battery and extends performance
- GTS characteristics: unique exterior design elements with black accents
- New GTS Interior Package: Stitching matches exterior paint color
Porsche is expanding the Macan Electric model range with a particularly dynamic variant: The 2026 Macan GTS. With up to 420 kW (563 hp) of Overboost power, limited slip rear differential and a sport-tuned air suspension with lower ride height, the Macan GTS aims to offer the most agility and cornering prowess of any Macan model. As is customary for GTS models, the fifth variant of the Macan Electric family is distinguished by unique styling elements and black accents.
Atlanta. GTS—three letters that have enjoyed a special reputation among Porsche enthusiasts ever since the 904 Carrera GTS was introduced in 1963. Now, the Macan Electric will carry this legendary designation for the first time – justified by the exceptional performance it delivers; the sprint from 0-60 mph happens in just 3.6 seconds, and the ¼ mile is achieved in 12.0 seconds. Top track speed is 155 mph.
The Macan GTS shares its rear electric motor with the Macan Turbo, which is the largest and most powerful motor of the range with a rotor diameter of 230mm, an active length of 210mm and utilizing a highly efficient 900-amp pulse inverter made with silicon carbide (SiC) transistors. This helps the GTS generate 380 kW (509 hp). When using Launch Control from a standing start, the GTS makes up to 420 kW (563 hp) in Overboost, while maximum torque peaks at 704 ft-lbs. Like the Macan Turbo, the transmission features a ratio of 9.0 to 1 and is rated for higher loads. The 100 kWh highvoltage battery can be charged from 10-80 percent in as little as 21 minutes under ideal conditions with a suitable fast charger, reaching up to 270 kW in the process.
The Macan GTS is fitted with the Sport Chrono Package as standard which has been enhanced with the Track Endurance Mode that was introduced on the Taycan. This mode prepares the Macan for a particularly dynamic driving style. When activated, it cools down the battery to delay potential power reduction due to battery heat, also known as thermal derating. The result is a noticeable increase in duration of highperformance driving.
Sport-tuned air suspension with GTS-specific calibration
The new Macan GTS applies its power to the road in a sportscar-like fashion—combining rear-biased weight distribution, a low center of gravity and intelligent power distribution. In addition to the all-wheel drive system with a quick-reacting electric Porsche Traction Management (ePTM) system, Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus) is fitted as standard. To optimize traction and agility, the system utilizes an electronically controlled limited slip differential for the rear axle. The PTV Plus system is mounted directly behind the rear motor and contributes to a rear-biased 48/52% front/rear weight distribution for the GTS
Additionally, the Macan GTS has the lowest center of gravity of any model in the lineup. The air suspension with load-leveling and Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) have been optimized in detail. On top of the GTS-specific calibration of dampers and roll bars, the lower ride height contributes to a particularly high level of agility and cornering capability. Optional rear-axle steering is available as well, offering the potential to increase performance further. The Macan GTS also features two model-specific sound profiles of the Porsche Electric Sport Sound (PESS) when “Sport” or “Sport Plus” drive mode is activated, underscoring its dynamic ambitions acoustically.
The exterior: Black accents and exclusive rocker panels
The new Macan GTS stands out visually with unique styling elements. The front, side and rear of the car are highlighted by accents painted in black—a characteristic of all Porsche GTS models. The tinted LED Matrix Design headlights and pronounced edges above the air blades are two particularly striking features. As of summer 2026, Porsche will introduce a Sport Design Package for all Macan Electric models with a specific front and rear fascia. The Macan GTS will feature this package first—not only does it come standard, but contrasting elements such as inlays, side blades and wheel arch extensions as well as the lip of the adaptive rear spoiler are kept in black.
Wider rocker panels that extend further out towards the rear help to visually distinguish the Macan GTS from other models. The lower rear fascia also features a specific design with a black inlay as well as a visible diffuser. Like the headlights, the tail lights are tinted as well. The GTS is fitted with 21-inch Macan Design wheels in Anthracite Gray as standard. 22-inch RS Spyder Design wheels painted in the same color are available as an option.
The Macan GTS will introduce three new colors for the model line: Chalk will return, Carmine Red—a typical GTS color—is available, and Lugano Blue can be ordered for the first time on a Macan. In addition to 15 standard and optional regular colors, the Paint-to-Sample program offered via Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur offers approximately 60 additional paint colors as a further option.
The interior: Optional contrasting stitching to match the exterior color
Underscoring its sporty look, the Macan GTS is fitted with extended Race-Tex upholstery and elements of black leather as standard. Race-Tex can be found on the heated multifunction GTS steering wheel, the arm rests in the center console and the doors as well as the shifter panel. The seat centers of the adaptive 18-way Sport Seats are upholstered in Race-Tex as well. Seat bolsters and head rests are covered in black leather.
A new option on the Macan Electric is the optional GTS Interior Package which offers a color-matched link between the exterior color and interior. Specifically for the optional exterior colors Carmine Red, Slate Gray Neo and Lugano Blue, the GTS Interior Package is available in a corresponding color. The contrasting stitching on the seats, steering wheel, door panels and upper dashboard feature the matching color in this case, as well as the seat belts and GTS logos on the seats. Furthermore, the steering wheel is fitted with a GTS logo in the matching color. The GTS Interior Package is paired with the Carbon Fiber Interior Package. The decorative inlays in the steering wheel, in the door panels and the shifter panel are made of carbon fiber. The GTS theme is also visible in the digital displays: The color of the exterior of each car is used for a 3D visualization of the vehicle in the Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system. Additionally, the instrument cluster features a GTS logo. Many functions of the standard Sport Chrono Package can be operated via the app in the PCM. This includes the recording of lap times and telemetry data, the addition of new tracks as well as sector and lap analysis.
New assistance, comfort and entertainment features for model year 2026
The GTS includes the extensive updates focused on driver’s assistance systems and digital functions that were recently introduced to all Macan Electric models for the 2026 model year. This includes the Porsche Digital Key which complements the physical car key, new Park Assist functions, an AI-assisted Voice Pilot, enhanced in-car gaming offerings and an increased maximum towing capacity of 5,500 pounds.
Pricing and availability
The 2026 Macan GTS can be ordered immediately and has an MSRP of $103,000. The first vehicles are expected to arrive at US Porsche Centers in Spring 2026.
