Porsche Halts Gas Macan Production in Summer 2026: What It Means for Buyers and the EV Shift

Porsche has announced it will stop manufacturing all combustion-engine Macan models in summer 2026, despite lingering demand. The decision comes as the brand prepares for a significant transition, though replacement internal combustion engine (ICE) and hybrid versions won’t arrive until at least 2028.

Porsche CFO Jochen Breckner outlined the timeline during an earnings call this week, stating,

"Production will be stopped in summer 2026 and during the last month that we have, we [will] produce as much as we can."

Production at Porsche’s Leipzig plant will end this summer, but gas Macan sales may continue into 2027 in some markets. Breckner noted,

"Of course, our capacity is one factor there, but that’s not limited. Supplier parts are the other issue."

Why the Shift Away from the Gas Macan?

Initially, Porsche planned to transition the Macan lineup entirely to electric power. However, demand for the electric Macan has softened, particularly in the U.S., following the expiration of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit last fall. In the first quarter of 2024, Porsche sold 10,130 ICE Macans globally—despite the combustion version already being unavailable in Europe—compared to 8,079 electric Macans.

Breckner acknowledged the pressure on the electric Macan in the U.S., emphasizing the need to maximize ICE Macan production for North American buyers before halting output. He stated,

"There’s some pressure [on the electric Macan in the U.S.], and we know we need to make as many Combustion versions as we can for North America before we switch it off."

The Macan’s Critical Role in Porsche’s Sales Strategy

The Macan has long been a cornerstone of Porsche’s sales success, driving volume while premium sports cars maintain the brand’s performance image. A temporary loss of momentum in this segment could pose challenges, especially as Porsche reports a 15% drop in first-quarter deliveries, a 5.6% decline in automotive revenue, and a 23.8% drop in operating profit.

Despite prioritizing value over volume—particularly in China—the absence of a highly sought-after model like the gas Macan complicates this strategy.

What’s Next for the Macan Lineup?

Porsche has already acknowledged misjudging market demand. A new ICE and hybrid Macan, reportedly based on the Audi Q5 platform, has been approved but won’t debut until 2028. This leaves a two-year gap where dealers must rely on remaining ICE stock, the electric Macan, and other models to sustain sales.

The brand’s next steps include:

• Maximizing ICE Macan production through summer 2026 to meet lingering demand.
• Accelerating the electric Macan’s appeal in markets like the U.S., where incentives and consumer interest have waned.
• Preparing for the 2028 launch of the new ICE and hybrid Macan, which will share architecture with the Audi Q5.

For now, the gas Macan will receive a farewell push in the second half of 2026, giving enthusiasts one last chance to secure the combustion model before Porsche shifts its focus entirely to electrification.