Long-term EV test! Porsche Macan Electric 2026 review Australia: New 4S better than Audi SQ6 e-tron?

The 2026 Porsche Macan 4S Electric is put through an extended real-world test in this long-term review from CarsGuide automotive journalist Justin Hilliard. As Porsche’s first all-electric Macan, the 4S switches to a new 800V platform with dual-motor all-wheel drive, strong outputs and a large battery aimed at daily usability rather than headline numbers. This review covers exterior and interior design, cabin technology and material quality, along with how the Macan 4S Electric works as a mid-size SUV. Key areas include rear-seat space, boot practicality, charging behaviour and day-to-day efficiency, as well as how features like adaptive suspension and driver assistance perform over time. On the road, the focus is on driving impressions in Australian conditions, including ride comfort, handling balance and refinement. Value is also examined in the context of pricing, ownership costs and competition from rivals such as the Tesla Model Y Performance, BMW iX3 and Audi Q6 e-tron. #Porsche #Macan #Review -- Timecodes: 00:00 Intro 00:47 Dislike – High pricing 01:37 Like – Stunning design 03:14 Dislike – Tight rear seat 04:14 Like – Strong acceleration 05:03 Like – Balanced ride & handling 06:27 Like – Uninvasive safety 07:13 Dislike – No one-pedal driving 07:47 Like – Long driving range 08:25 Dislike – Short warranty 08:52 Verdict -- Read Justin's full review: https://bit.ly/4qsuPgM Check out our Porsche Macan hub: https://bit.ly/4qCHs9h Find more SUVs: https://bit.ly/3QVs1X1 Visit our EVGuide: https://bit.ly/3UHO9GT -- CarsGuide - Go beyond the test drive Visit our website for News, Reviews, Advice and more: https://www.carsguide.com.au Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/carsguide Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/carsguide.australia Follow our TikTok profile: https://www.tiktok.com/@carsguide.com.au Follow our Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/carsguideaus Follow our X profile: https://www.x.com/CarsGuide Follow our Threads profile: https://www.threads.net/@carsguideaus Follow our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carsguide-com-au