The Lemon Index2022 Porsche Macan.
The 2022 Porsche Macan is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 3 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 10, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 0 recalls, and it gets 19 to 21 mpg combined. It's the best Porsche Macan year we track.
One of the most reliable. 10× fewer complaints than average.
Worst year 2017
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 6 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Porsche Macan year. 2022 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 0
No safety recalls on record.
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 454 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Information on advanced technical information for the Macan
- Instructions on advanced technical information for the Macan - check engine light with DME…
- Symptom based workshop manual for a noise symptom - rattling noises from engine compartment
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 GTS SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3800–4200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.9L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
The air-conditioning system quit after 2000 miles of a brand new Macan-s. It starts blowing Hot air as soon as the A/C is turned on.
2022 Porsche Macan owner · NHTSA complaint 11461678
Quick answers
Is the 2022 Porsche Macan reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 10× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 10; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2022 Porsche Macan problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (67%), engine (33%) and transmission & drivetrain (33%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 Porsche Macan have?
None: NHTSA has no safety recalls on record for it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Porsche Macan get?
19 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Does the 2022 Porsche Macan have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 33% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2022 Porsche Macan cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 to $4200 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 Porsche Macan have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 2.9L 6-cyl.
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