From the Porsche GTK App

Space saver tyres typically have 3mm of tread depth from new. The legal limit is 1.6mm across 3/4 of the tread area. So there is just 1.4mm of useable tread.

This small section temporary use tyre heats up rapidly on a heavy car like a Macan. See the tyre industry statement above.....

My new Macan goes into production at the end of this month, with projected delivery by the end of November. I am considering going along the PCP route, although I am lucky enough to afford to pay outright. The arguments for and against PCP have been well rehearsed on these fora and my intention is ...

The tyre industry statement on space savers: Do you know the rules rules that apply to driving on a spare wheel – and how you could be risking a fine and your safety? Essential details here "What are they: These are much thinner than standard car tyres and can be fitted to a vehicle in the even...

Not for me. I'd rather get the breakdown company out. See:

https://www.theaa.com/driving-advice/sa ... are-wheels

Remember that a space saver spare is only good for 50 to 70 miles use at 50 mph max. Only 3mm from new, so cannot be reused if you've gone the distance on it.

https://www.theaa.com/driving-advice/sa ... are-wheels

DGC wrote: ↑Fri Oct 16, 2020 4:54 pm Can you tell me if the standard tyres on a Macan S are runflats?. I have has these on previous BMW and Mercedes cars. Thanks

No Porsche do not use runflats.

Hi Looking for some opinions from those of you that have a Macan as the ‘family car’. We are expecting our 1st in a few months and have decided on a Macan. Only thing putting my wife off is the back seat space looks a little cramped? Anyone else found this? Don’t really want to go any bigger to Cay...

If you are contemplating a new Porsche, perhaps first establish the realistic delivery date and resulting price post EU. Then seek a fixed price for the cost to change. Get it confirmed in writing from the Sales Manager. A loyalty bonus should also be possible to negotiate as you are a repeat buyer....

"For the record I no longer miss the SD I had!"

Know and agree with that feeling.

Great photos too.