M28.70/M28.80 vs MCX 2.9 V6 TT
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
MCX 2.9 V6 TT
BUY
78/100
+8 points over M28.70/M28.80
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
M28.70/M28.80
Porsche
0
/ 100
BUY
MCX 2.9 V6 TT
Porsche
Specifications
M28.70/M28.80
MCX 2.9 V6 TT
Brand
Porsche
Porsche
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
70
78
Years
2017--present
2019--present
Displacement
3996 cc
2894 cc
Layout
V8
V6
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Turbo
Power
550--630 hp
330--440 hp
Known Issues
4
1
Total Risk Cost
€3,800--€10,200
€400--€1,000
Character
M28.70/M28.80
"Brute force V8TT. 550-630hp. Reliable but maintenance costs are eye-watering. Turbo oil lines need watching."
MCX 2.9 V6 TT
"Macan GTS, Cayenne, Panamera 4S. EA839 family. Hot-V design. Reliable. Carbon buildup (DI). Timing chain. Premium fuel. Well-built Porsche/Audi collaboration."
Issues Comparison
M28.70/M28.80 4
▲ HIGH
Turbo oil feed line leak
● MODERATE
Ignition coil / spark plug failure
● MODERATE
Coolant line / hose deterioration
○ MINOR
Engine/transmission mount wear
MCX 2.9 V6 TT 1
● MODERATE
Carbon buildup (DI)