The Lemon Index2019 Porsche Macan.
The 2019 Porsche Macan is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 6 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 26, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about wheels, it has 1 recall, and it gets 20 to 21 mpg combined. The best Porsche Macan year is 2022.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 21 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Porsche Macan year. 2019 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
Recalls 1
- seat belts 2023
The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Porsche told dealers about
Porsche sent dealers 606 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Instructions for replacing the front brake pads in the event that there is a squealing noise…
- Instructions for replacing the brake pads in the event that there is a complaint of squealing…
- Understanding and addressing brake squeal complaints
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porsche Macan SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Porsche Macan S SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3800–4000 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
Quick answers
Is the 2019 Porsche Macan reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 3.8× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 26; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Porsche Macan year by this measure is 2022.
What are the most common 2019 Porsche Macan problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are wheels (17%), electrical (17%) and brakes (17%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2019 Porsche Macan have?
1 safety recall (latest: seat belts). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Porsche Macan get?
20 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Does the 2019 Porsche Macan have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2019 Porsche Macan cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 to $4000 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2019 Porsche Macan have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
What Porsche Macan year is better than the 2019?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2022, 2015 and 2021.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works