Which Porsche model does Zotye imitate?
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Porsche Macan. Below is relevant information about the Porsche Macan: 1. Basic configurations: Lane departure warning system, front and rear radar, variable steering ratio, hill descent control, adjustable suspension firmness, steering wheel paddle shifters, front seat heating, 11.9-inch navigation, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, rear independent air conditioning, and a series of other configurations are all standard. 2. Macan power: The current Macan still uses the third-generation EA888 engine, with a maximum power of 252 horsepower/5000-6800rpm and a maximum torque of 370 N·m/1500-4500rpm.
I’ve followed this matter before. Zotye’s SR9 back then was practically modeled after the Porsche Macan, and its launch in 2016 instantly became a viral topic online. Just look at its fastback silhouette, headlight clusters, and full-width rear design—it’s like a copy-paste job, down to the intentionally mimicked wheel styles. At the time, dealerships even offered modification services to swap in Porsche badges, letting owners fake a million-dollar luxury car for just over 100,000 RMB. However, the mechanical differences were stark: a Mitsubishi-sourced 2.0T engine paired with a dual-clutch transmission and stiff chassis tuning. Now, you can find them used for 20,000–30,000 RMB, but parts are scarce, and they’re riddled with rattles—pure ‘style over substance’ purchases.
