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2018 Porsche Macan

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 Macan.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (AM-S7)

The 2018 Porsche Macan is a compact luxury SUV built on Porsche’s modular SUV platform and powered by a turbocharged inline‑four engine mated to an AM‑S7 automatic transmission, offering EPA‑rated 20/25/22 mpg in city, highway, and combined modes. With 31 total owner complaints that year—primarily concerning air‑bag issues—and five recalls, the Macan’s reliability record for 2018 sits modestly above the lowest point of the model’s 2015‑2024 history but far below the peak of 59 complaints in 2017, indicating a gradual improvement in quality over the decade.

Model year2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018

Quick specs

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

Lug nut torque118 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy20/25/22 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 94610732275. Note the factory engine air filter is now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. 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.

Tire sizeP235/60R18; Rear: P255/55R18OEM · verified

Wheel / rim8-J; Rear: 9-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	94610732275 alt 0PB115466
Engine air filter	95B129620A discontinued · alt 95B129620
Fuel filter	8R0919679E
Spark plug	99917023590 alt 95890560100
Battery	9A7915089 alt 9A7915089B
Front wiper blades	95B998001A
Serpentine belt	94610225230 alt 06L903137A
Thermostat	94810603404 alt 94810670700
Cabin air filter	PAB81943920

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (AM-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	184.3 in
Overall width	75.6 in
Overall height	63.8 in
Wheelbase	110.6 in
Curb weight	4112 lb
Track (front / rear)	64.2 / 65 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	57/43

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	20 / 25 / 22 mpg
Drivetrain	All-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuel	Premium 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.

3.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.80 sec — 2018 Turbo (Performance Package)

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2018	Turbo (Performance Package) 3.6L Twin-Turbo V6	3.80 sec	12.50 sec	440 hp	AWD
2017	Turbo (Performance Package) 3.6L Twin-Turbo V6	3.50 sec	12.10 sec	440 hp	AWD
2017	Turbo (Performance Package) 3.6L Twin-Turbo V6	3.70 sec	12.40 sec	440 hp	AWD
2017	Turbo (Performance Package) 3.6L Twin-Turbo V6	3.70 sec	12.30 sec	440 hp	AWD
2017	GTS 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6	4.40 sec	13.00 sec	360 hp	AWD
2017	GTS (Summer Tires) 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6	4.40 sec	13.20 sec	360 hp	AWD
2017	GTS (All-Season Tires) 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6	4.50 sec	13.40 sec	360 hp	AWD
2017	S 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6	4.70 sec	13.30 sec	340 hp	AWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

Torque lug nuts to 118 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	Intake Pipe to Cylinder Head: 7.5 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	Intake Pipe to Cylinder Head: 7.5 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts

118 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Spark Plug Manufacturer	Porsche
Spark Plug Torque	16 ft-lbs
Spark Plug Manufacturer	Porsche
Spark Plug Torque	New Plug: 22 ft-lbs; Old Plug: 19 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Oil Type	PAG
Oil Capacity	3.38-4.05 oz.

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum	84.0
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum	90.0
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum	58.0
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum	65.0

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

15.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 37.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 74.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 180

15 ft. lbs

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

15.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 37.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 74.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 180

15 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 9 stages

1	3.5 ft. lbs.	3.5 ft. lbs
2	37 ft. lbs.	37 ft. lbs
3	Loosen all screws
4	3 ft. lbs.	3 ft. lbs
5	9 ft. lbs.	9 ft. lbs
6	Bolts 1-2	65 degrees
7	Bolts 3-6	60 degrees
8	Bolts 1-2	65 degrees
9	Turn 60

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 9 stages

1	3.5 ft. lbs.	3.5 ft. lbs
2	37 ft. lbs.	37 ft. lbs
3	Loosen all screws
4	3 ft. lbs.	3 ft. lbs
5	9 ft. lbs.	9 ft. lbs
6	Bolts 1-2	65 degrees
7	Bolts 3-6	60 degrees
8	Bolts 1-2	65 degrees
9	Turn 60

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages

1	15 ft. lbs.	15 ft. lbs
2	20

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages

1	15 ft. lbs.	15 ft. lbs
2	20

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 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 mi	Air Intake System (inspect) · Body Water Drains (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 40,000 mi	Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Instrument Cluster Warning Indicator (inspect) · Seat Belt System (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect)
Every 80,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 160,000 mi	Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transfer Case 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 2018 model year represents a transitional point in the Macan generation's reliability arc, with 31 complaints and 5 recalls marking a significant decline from 2017's peak of 59 complaints and 6 recalls, yet remaining elevated compared to 2019's sharper improvement to 17 complaints and just 1 recall. Federal data shows the generation hit its turbulence maximum in 2017 before trending downward, with 2018 still carrying elevated exposure—particularly in air bag and steering systems, which generated 7 and 4 complaints respectively, alongside 1 fire-related complaint. While the 2018 model avoids the worst concentration of issues seen in 2017, it precedes the relative stability of 2019-2021 where complaints dropped below 25 and recalls became less frequent. Given that 2018 sits in a middle ground—improved from the generation's problematic peak but not yet reaching the low-complaint equilibrium of later years—buyers should prioritize verified service history addressing the five recall campaigns and inspect air bag and steering systems carefully, though it remains a reasonable purchase if documentation is complete.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

545

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 1 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

Overall★★★★★

Frontal★★★★★

Side★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’15 ’17’18’19 ’20 ’21 ’22 ’23 ’24

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 31 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags7

Steering4

Fuel System, Gasoline2

Unknown Or Other2

Electrical System,Air Bags,Seat Belts2

Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System1

Electrical System,Exterior Lighting1

Structure,Forward Collision Avoidance1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V318000Electrical SystemReported 16/05/2018

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Porsche Macan S and Macan vehicles. These vehicles have a control unit that may fail and prevent safety-related functions such as driver display… Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at…

21V131000Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front PassengerReported 03/03/2021

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Macan, Macan Turbo Kits, Macan GTS, 2015-2018 Macan S, and Macan Turbo vehicles. The front passenger seat occupancy sensor mat may degrade and… Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2021. Owners may contact…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 545 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
40/26 4407	2026-06-30	Wheels	Wheel Bolt Replacement Requirement - Change from Wheel Bolts with Aluminum Washers to…
TSTR2636	2026-06-29	Unknown Or Other	Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.031
TSTR2635	2026-06-29	Unknown Or Other	Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.030
20/26	2026-06-25	Engine	Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils (20/26)
19/26 1701	2026-06-25	Engine	Overview 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

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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 94610732275 Engine air filter 95B129620A Fuel filter 8R0919679E Spark plug 99917023590

Reference guides

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

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2018 Macan have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Macan get?

EPA figures are 20 city / 25 highway / 22 combined mpg.