BizBahrain Magazine (May-June 2019)

Automotive
Porsche Macan
Fone of Porsche’s most
popular models, the Macan
with performance credentials
that underline the model’s
position as the true sports car
in its segment. The brand’s
compact SUV has evolved in
terms of comfort and driving
dynamics, with two engine
versions, the Macan and the
more powerful Macan S.
The Macan comes to the
starting line with an enhanced
2.0-litre turbocharged fourcylinder
engine, producing
252 hp and delivering a
maximum torque of 370 Nm.
It accelerates from zero to 100
km/h in 6.5 seconds (when
equipped with the optional
Sport Chrono Package) and
reaches a top speed of 227
km/h. The Macan S is powered
by a new V6 engine, which
was first introduced in the new
generations of the Panamera
and Cayenne. The high-tech
power unit produces 354 hp
(an increase of 14 hp compared
to its predecessor) and a torque
output of 480 Nm. As a result,
acceleration to 100 km/h is just
5.1 seconds with the optional
Sport Chrono Package; its top
speed is 254 km/h.
The vehicle dynamics of
the Macan remain a principle
feature. The revamped chassis
increases driving pleasure,
offering stability and improved
comfort thanks to newly
developed mixed-size tyres,
enhanced brakes and the
intelligent all-wheel drive
Porsche Traction Management
(PTM) system. All combined
the Macan feels even more like
a sports car than ever before.
The range of standard
equipment has been further
enhanced, thus increasing
the attractiveness of the
new model. Customers can
now enjoy features, such
as a panoramic sunroof,
automatically dimming
mirrors and ParkAssist in
front and rear with reversing
camera, at no extra costs.
A further evolved design
language is visible in the new
Macan, giving it an even more
distinctive and confident
appearance. The front end
of the Macan has been
comprehensively revamped
and now appears wider.
Redesigned main headlights
feature LED technology as
standard, whilst a threedimensional
LED light panel
on the rear of the vehicle is
also incorporated in the new
range. Drivers have more scope
to express their personality
too with the addition of four
exterior colours-Mamba Green
Metallic, Dolomite Silver
Metallic, Miami Blue and
Crayon.
Inside, the new Macan
offers high-quality equipment
as standard. The seat surfaces
are covered with Alcantara®
and the steering wheel,
selector lever and armrests
are finished in leather with
additional full-leather interiors
also optionally available.
Porsche’s sports car DNA can
be found throughout. The
optional GT sports steering
wheel echoes the Porsche
911, whilst a mode switch
integrated into the steering
wheel - including Sport
Response button - is part of
the optional Sport Chrono
Package and was originally
used in the Porsche 918 Spyder
super sports car. Enhanced
functionality comes via the
new Porsche Communication
Management (PCM) system,
including a 10.9-inch
touchscreen (increased from
7.2 inches) as standard.
The new Porsche are now
available at Porsche Centre
Bahrain. Basic retail prices
(VAT inclusive) for Macan
BHD 22,242 and Macan S BHD
29,310.
Jaguar I-PACE
Jaguar Bahrain unveiled
its first-ever all-electric
model, the Jaguar I-PACE,
dubbed as the world’s
smartest five-seater sports
car, offers outstanding
driving experience that
reflects its dynamic design.
A sophisticated, all-electric
powertrain provides
high performance with
zero tailpipe emissions.
Jaguar I-TYPE Formula E
racing car and I-PACE both
use Permanent Magnet
Synchronous Electric Motors
and Lithium-ion pouch
battery cell technology. These
motors are small, compact and
efficient, which significantly
help to optimise performance
and range.
From the pronounced
front wheel arches to the
rear diffuser, every supercarinspired
styling element
allows I-PACE to slice cleanly
through the air for maximum
range and stability.
The I-PACE seamlessly
integrates technology
and abundant space. The
Interior design is clean and
uncluttered, with tactile
features and sweeping lines.
The nature of the electric
powertrains offers additional
space, providing more
freedom to maximise the
comfort provided by I-PACE’s
interior.
The I-PACE is underpinned
by an advance Electric
Vehicle architecture created
specifically for this car that
delivers excellent driving
dynamics while minimizing
weight. These foundations
are paired with a suspension
proven on an F-PACE, XE and
XF. The double wishbone
suspension at the front and
Integral Link suspension at
the rear have been tuned to
allow the driver to attain the
perfect balance of dynamic
handling and refinement
while in the I-PACE
McLaren Bahrain
Tower
The McLaren Bahrain
Tower is situated by
the entrance to the Bahrain
International Circuit and with
a floor area of approximately
8,000 sqm across eight floors,
it is set to become the brand’s
third largest global facility
after McLaren Technology
Centre (MTC) and McLaren
Production Centre (MPC).
Phase I of the development is
scheduled to complete by the
end of the year and will see a
relocation of a regional office
for McLaren Automotive’
s Middle East, Africa and
Latin America division. Once
finalised, the development
will strengthen the brand’s
presence in the Middle East
and serve as its new regional
headquarter with potential to
accommodate future business
requirements in line with
growth plans outlined in the
Track25 business plan.
McLaren Automotive’s
Middle East, Africa and Latin
American region comprises 13
retail locations in 11 markets.
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