EA888 Gen3 vs 9A1/MA1

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
9A1/MA1 BUY 82/100
+20 points over EA888 Gen3
0 / 100
CAUTION EA888 Gen3 Porsche
0 / 100
BUY 9A1/MA1 Porsche

Specifications

EA888 Gen3
9A1/MA1
Brand
Porsche
Porsche
Verdict
CAUTION
BUY
Reliability
62
82
Years
2014--2023
2008--2019
Displacement
1984 cc
3800 cc
Layout
I4
F6
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
245--265 hp
350--400 hp
Known Issues
4
1
Total Risk Cost
€2,200--€9,400
€0--€0

Character

EA888 Gen3

"VW EA888 in a Porsche suit. Same carbon/tensioner issues, triple the repair bill. Adequate base Macan."

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."

Issues Comparison

EA888 Gen3 4

▲ HIGH
Timing chain tensioner wear €1,200--€3,000 80,000 km--150,000 km
● MODERATE
Carbon buildup (intake valves) €500--€1,200 50,000 km--100,000 km
● MODERATE
Water pump / thermostat failure €500--€1,200 60,000 km--120,000 km
● MODERATE
Oil consumption (piston rings) €0--€4,000 60,000 km--130,000 km

9A1/MA1 1

○ MINOR
No significant design flaws known €0--€0 0 km--0 km

Models

EA888 Gen3 1

Macan 2.0T 95B 2014--2023 SUV

9A1/MA1 0

No models listed.

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