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2023 Porsche Macan

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 Macan.

Transmission Automatic (AM-S7)

The 2023 Porsche Macan utilizes an AM-S7 7-speed automatic transmission to achieve EPA fuel economy ratings of 19 mpg city, 25 highway, and 21 combined. The vehicle demonstrates strong reliability metrics for the model year with zero recalls and only six total owner complaints, with forward collision avoidance serving as the top complaint area. This positions the 2023 Macan near the bottom of the model's 2015-2024 complaint history, closely trailing the record low of four complaints established in 2022 and falling well below the peak of 59 complaints in 2017, indicating a highly stable phase for the vehicle.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque118.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/25/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 9A711533100. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9A711533100 alt 95811707000
Engine air filter95B129620B alt 95B129620A
Fuel filterPAC919679
Spark plug9A790560150 alt 9A7905601
Battery9A7915089B
Front wiper blades95B998001A
Serpentine belt95826084910 alt 9A790313710
Thermostat9A712113910 alt 9A700817500
Cabin air filterPAB81943920 alt PAC819441

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length185 in
Overall width75.6 in
Overall height63.8 in
Wheelbase110.6 in
Curb weight4098 lb
Track (front / rear)65.4 / 65 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)57/43

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 25 / 21 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Macan of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

2.9–5.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 2.90 sec — 2024 Turbo Electric
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022GTS 2.9L Twin-Turbo V63.50 sec12.10 sec434 hpAWD
2022GTS 2.9L Twin-Turbo V63.60 sec12.20 sec434 hpAWD
2022S 2.9L Twin-Turbo V63.80 sec12.50 sec375 hpAWD
2022SUV 2.0L Turbo I-45.00 sec13.70 sec261 hpAWD
2022SUV 2.0L Turbo I-45.60 sec14.30 sec261 hpAWD
2024Turbo Electric Elec 175+490-kW 95-kWh2.90 sec11.10 sec630 hpAWD
2024T 2.0L Turbo I-45.30 sec14.00 sec261 hpAWD
2024T 2.0L Turbo I-45.40 sec14.00 sec261 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 118.0 ft-lbs.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts118.0 ft-lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi.

Every 10,000 miBody Water Drains (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (inspect) · Underbody (inspect)
Every 20,000 miAir Intake Duct (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Driveshaft (inspect)
Every 30,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 40,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Door Stop (lubricate) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Seat Belt System (inspect)
Every 80,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 160,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2023 Porsche Macan sits at the tail end of a clear downward trend in federal complaints and recalls across the model’s lifespan. After peaking at 59 complaints and 6 recalls in 2017, the Macan’s reported issues steadily declined, with the 2023 model recording only 6 complaints, zero recalls, and zero investigations—matching the low figures seen in 2022. The complaint count is slightly higher than 2022’s 4, but still well below the generation’s average, and the 364 TSBs are the second-lowest in the record, suggesting fewer dealer-level fixes were needed. The top complaint area—Forward Collision Avoidance with 3 reports—is a minor electronic concern, and there was only one crash complaint and no fire reports. Because the data shows no recall activity and a very low complaint volume, the 2023 Macan represents a mature, well-sorted version of the platform. **This is a strong year to buy**, as it offers the lowest risk of known issues in the generation’s history.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
364
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
6
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 6 complaints on record, top 4 components.

Forward Collision Avoidance3
Engine1
Vehicle Speed Control,Service Brakes1
Air Bags1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 364 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
40/26 44072026-06-30WheelsWheel Bolt Replacement Requirement - Change from Wheel Bolts with Aluminum Washers to…
TSTR26362026-06-29Unknown Or OtherPorsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.031
TSTR26352026-06-29Unknown Or OtherPorsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.030
20/262026-06-25EngineOverview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils (20/26)
19/26 17012026-06-25EngineOverview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils (19/26)

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.

VIN
Decode a VIN to confirm the transmission and build data for a specific Macan. OEM
Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Engine oil filter 9A711533100Engine air filter 95B129620BFuel filter PAC919679Spark plug 9A790560150

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2023 Macan have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Macan get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg.