2024 Porsche Macan EV Spy Shots and Video

A prototype of Porsche's Macan electric car has been spotted again, revealing a number of new design elements for the production model.

Porsche has been hinting at an electric Macan for years and finally confirmed its existence in early 2021. It is slated for early 2024, meaning it will likely appear as a 2024 model in the US

. This is a year later than previously thought, meaning that the electric Macan will appear later than the related Audi, which will be called the Q6 E-Tron, which is expected to debut later this year. These vehicles will be mounted on a new PPE (Premium Platform Electric) modular platform that Porsche has developed with Audi. This version of the platform will underpin several models across the Volkswagen Group.

Prototypes of the electric Macan suggest a design similar to the clay model shown at Porsche Unseen a few years ago, with the key element being rectangular headlights similar to those seen on the Taycan. The latest prototype also shows a split headlight design, as additional lights appear low on the front mask.

According to the photographer, a small rear spoiler also extends from the tailgate at speeds above 30 mph. Don't be fooled by the exhaust tips: they are dummy units to hide the car's true identity. The prototype Porsche Taikan also had them.

Porsche is relying on both real-world driving tests and virtual tests to accelerate the development of the electric Macan, especially in the areas of aerodynamics, energy management, user interface, and acoustics. The development goal is to make the electric Macan the sportiest model in its segment. Key to this is a sophisticated all-wheel drive system.

Another major advantage the electric Macan has over much of its competition is its 800-volt electric architecture, meaning it can be charged quickly. Porsche has hinted that a 350kw charge point can add 60 miles in four minutes and nearly 250 miles in less than 20 minutes. Porsche has also demonstrated 450kw charging, which can add 60 miles in just three minutes, but 450kw charging is largely unknown in the U.S.

The electric Macan will have at least one grade with a 98kwh battery pack and an electric motor driving each axle The electric car Macan will have at least one grade with a 98 kwh battery pack and an electric motor powering each axle. Peak output will be over 603 hp and torque over 740 lb-ft.

Production of the electric Macan will take place at Porsche's plant in Leipzig, Germany, where the current gas-powered model is produced. Note that Porsche updated the gas-powered Macan for the 2022 model year. This is actually the second update for the crossover. The plan is to continue selling the gas-powered Macan alongside the electric car for a while until the electric charging infrastructure is in place. Eventually, however, only the electric version will be sold.

Porsche's entire lineup will be electrified. Porsche predicts that by 2030, more than 80% of its sales will be electric vehicles, with the remainder going to the 911, Porsche's last internal combustion engine. After the electric Macan, Porsche plans to launch electric versions of the 718 and Cayenne, and eventually a new flagship SUV.