Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the GTS is the sharper financial call: it saves RM70,000 and its annual road tax is RM500 lower, yet it retains a 100 kWh battery, 270 kW DC charging and a claimed 586 km range. The Turbo answers with 636 hp, 1,130 Nm and a 3.3-second 0-100 km/h time, cutting half a second from the GTS. But its range gain is only 5 km. Pay for the Turbo if that extra straight-line force matters; otherwise, the GTS is close enough.
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric GTS if you want to save RM70,000 while giving up only 0.5 seconds to 100 km/h and 5 km of claimed range.
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric Turbo if 636 hp, 1,130 Nm and a 3.3-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than the extra outlay.
Key differences
- Price: GTS RM775,000; Turbo RM845,000.
- Annual road tax: GTS RM1,140; Turbo RM1,640.
- Motor output: GTS 563 hp; Turbo 636 hp.
- Motor torque: GTS 955 Nm; Turbo 1,130 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: GTS 3.8 seconds; Turbo 3.3 seconds.
- Claimed EV range: GTS 586 km; Turbo 591 km.
GTS
- RM70,000 cheaper to buy.
- RM500 lower annual road tax.
- 586 km claimed range is just 5 km behind the Turbo.
- 73 hp and 175 Nm down on the Turbo.
- 0.5 seconds slower from 0-100 km/h.
- 250 km/h top speed versus the Turbo's 260 km/h.
Turbo
- 636 hp and 1,130 Nm from its two motors.
- 3.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 591 km claimed range and a 260 km/h top speed.
- Costs RM70,000 more than the GTS.
- Annual road tax is RM500 higher.
- Its claimed range advantage is only 5 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM775,000✓ | RM845,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,140✓ | RM1,640 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | PPE platform, 800V architecture | PPE platform, 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 563 hp | 636 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 955 Nm | 1,130 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 100 kWh | 100 kWh |
| EV Range | 586 km | 591 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 270 kW | 270 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8 seconds | 3.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 260 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,784 mm | 4,784 mm |
| Width | 1,938 mm | 1,938 mm |
| Height | 1,622 mm | 1,622 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,893 mm | 2,893 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,295 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres | 540 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R20 | 235/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/45R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags & Front Center Airbag) | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags & Front Center Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Two Outer Rear Seats | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Bose Sound System (710-watts) | 10.9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Bose Sound System (710-watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years | 8 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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GTS vs Turbo FAQ
Is the Porsche Macan Electric GTS or Porsche Macan Electric Turbo better?
The GTS is the better buy for most owners because it is RM70,000 cheaper, has lower road tax and loses only 5 km of claimed range. Choose the Turbo for its 636 hp, 1,130 Nm and 3.3-second sprint.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Macan Electric Turbo costs RM70,000 more than the GTS: RM845,000 versus RM775,000.
Do the GTS and Turbo charge at different speeds?
No. Both use 800V architecture and support 11 kW AC charging and 270 kW DC charging. The Turbo's claimed range is 591 km, just 5 km ahead of the GTS at 586 km.
