Thread: Macan Turbo
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Old 10-10-2018, 12:27 PM   #33
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I am quoting what I think applies to the Mac turbo. Decent interior, usability (not as much as a mid-sized suv, but we will see), solid & connected handling (more so than my 535i or pretty much any other passenger car younger/larger than an e90), more than enough power.

And yes, to Clyde's point, it's no fun to slam your passenger or dog around (plus my dog will get me back later ). I hate being a passenger to someone who is pushing it. I want to be chauffeured.

To be honest, I barely get enough time in either the Boxster or my higher performing bike (Duc multistrada) these days to even justify keeping them. I think I only managed 3k miles over the last 12 months on the 981S, while I had a good bit more the first year and a half I had it.

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Originally Posted by clyde View Post
OTOH, when I'm out with my wife, or kids, or any passengers, I'm pretty mindful of any driving action/maneuver that may be "fun" because it's not fun for them. At all. No matter what car.

Nice interior that's a decent place to sit forever, does the things you need it to do (back seat, cargo, etc), few things that drive you nuts, a solid and connected feel when driving, enough power to move when you can AND need to, and something that just makes you feel good to have.
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Originally Posted by kognito View Post
I agree with the fast statement, but I have driven mind numbing boring POS SUV's and I have driven SUV's that are fun to drive.

Handling and road feel are important. If you don't need a third row, or huge storage capacity, the Macan S is an awesome choice.
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