What is the Chinese name for the Porsche Macan?
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The Chinese name for the Porsche Macan is Maikai. The term 'Macan' originates from the Indonesian language, meaning 'tiger.' The Macan utilizes the Audi Q5 chassis and comes standard with Michelin tires. It features Porsche's signature front grille and differs from the Q5 with its hatchback design. The Porsche Macan is a mid-size SUV. The interior design of the Macan is exceptionally refined, showcasing the distinct Porsche family style, incorporating elements from the Cayenne and Panamera models. The cockpit exudes a more pure technological feel, with an optimized dashboard equipped with the latest Porsche Communication Management system, featuring a 10.9-inch high-definition display for full connectivity. The vehicle also includes an air-purifying ion filter to enhance cabin air quality. Leather seats and extensive soft-touch materials elevate the car's luxury feel. Additionally, the new model features a sporty three-spoke steering wheel, with well-equipped button functions on either side of the gearshift. The Macan's dashboard includes a clock—more accurately, a compass, a common feature in high-end vehicles—with a stopwatch function that can be used to time the Macan's 0-100 km/h acceleration. In terms of the powertrain, the Porsche Macan is equipped with a 2.0T, 3.0T V6, or 3.6T V6 engine. The 2.0-liter turbocharged engine delivers a maximum output of 235 horsepower, the 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo engine produces 340 horsepower, and the 3.6-liter V6 twin-turbo engine generates 395 horsepower, all paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. It is reported that the latter two engines may be featured in the Macan S and Macan Turbo models in the future. The Porsche Macan comes with three Michelin tire options: the newly released Michelin Latitude Sport 3 summer tires, Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 winter tires, and Michelin Latitude Tour HP all-season tires. The introduction of the Macan fills the gap in Porsche's lineup for the mid-size SUV market.