Porsche Macan S 95B — Reliability
Reliability Summary
Engine Comparison
| Engine | Reliability Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
|
EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo (LK3)
2.9 V6 TFSI Twin-Turbo |
80/100 | BUY |
|
EA839
3.0 V6 Turbo |
77/100 | ACCEPTABLE |
Engines in this model
EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo (LK3)
2.9 V6 TFSI Twin-Turbo
VW-Audi EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo V6 (2016 on) in the RS4, RS5, S6 and S7 (outside Europe) and the P...
View details →EA839
3.0 V6 Turbo
VW-Audi EA839 3.0 single-turbo V6 in the Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, base Panamera (2016-2020) and Ma...
View details →Known Issues Across All Engines
| Issue | Engine | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Cylinder head oil leak - injector / camshaft adjuster area | EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo (LK3) | moderate |
| Oil consumption and carbon deposits (direct injection) | EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo (LK3) | moderate |
| Crankcase breather membrane failure - oil at the filler cap | EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo (LK3) | moderate |
| Coolant pump leak - coolant loss | EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo (LK3) | moderate |
| Cylinder head oil leak — injector / camshaft adjuster area | EA839 | moderate |
| PCV / oil separator valve failure | EA839 | moderate |
| Coolant pump leak — coolant loss | EA839 | moderate |
| Turbo wastegate rattle | EA839 | moderate |
FAQ
Is the Porsche Macan S reliable?
The Porsche Macan S has 2 engine options with reliability scores ranging from 77/100 (ACCEPTABLE) to 80/100 (BUY). Average reliability: 78/100.
Which Porsche Macan S engine is most reliable?
The EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo (LK3) is the most reliable engine in the Porsche Macan S, scoring 80/100 (BUY).
What problems does the Porsche Macan S have?
Across all engine variants, the Porsche Macan S has 8 known issues. The most common are related to Cylinder head oil leak - injector / camshaft adjuster area, Oil consumption and carbon deposits (direct injection), Crankcase breather membrane failure - oil at the filler cap.