The Porsche MCT is a 3.6-liter gasoline V6 turbo engine.Before being redesigned, the first generation Macan crossover was equipped with LA, which was manufactured between 2014 and 2018. This power unit is listed under a slightly different index, M46.35, in some sources.
M46-line engines include MCT.MA, M46.20, MCX.ZA, and MCT.LA.
Specifications
| Production years | 2014-2018 |
| Displacement, cc | 3605 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 400 |
| Torque output, Nm | 550 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 96 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 83 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | at intake and exhaust |
| Turbocharging | bi-turbo |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 9.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Porsche Macan Turbo 2017) — city — highway — combined |
11.8 7.8 9.2 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~200 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Porsche Macan 1 (95B) in 2014 – 2018.
Disadvantages of the Porsche MCT.LA engine
Scuffing in the cylinders is a major issue with the power units in this series.
They develop as a result of frequent overheating and inadequate fuel or oil.
A lot of trouble is associated with cracking plastic tubes of the cooling system.
Timing chains are typically extended closer to 150,000 km.
Ignition coils, turbines, high-pressure fuel pumps, and a gasoline pump in the tank are all regarded as weak points.