9A1/MA1 vs MCX 3.6 V6 TT
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
9A1/MA1
BUY
82/100
+7 points over MCX 3.6 V6 TT
0
/ 100
BUY
9A1/MA1
Porsche
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
MCX 3.6 V6 TT
Porsche
Specifications
9A1/MA1
MCX 3.6 V6 TT
Brand
Porsche
Porsche
Verdict
BUY
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
82
75
Years
2008--2019
2014--present
Displacement
3800 cc
3604 cc
Layout
F6
V6
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Turbo
Power
350--400 hp
400--440 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€400--€1,000
Character
9A1/MA1
"991 Carrera NA and 997.2. Direct fuel injection. No IMS bearing. No bore scoring concern. Porsche's most reliable modern flat-6. Oil separator system improved. Excellent longevity."
MCX 3.6 V6 TT
"Cayenne S, Panamera. Larger MCX variant. Same EA839 family. Strong, refined. Timing chain. Carbon buildup. Expensive but predictable maintenance."
Issues Comparison
9A1/MA1 1
○ MINOR
No significant design flaws known
MCX 3.6 V6 TT 1
● MODERATE
Carbon buildup (DI)