While auto enthusiasts love manufacturers like Ferrari and Porsche due to their range of thrilling sports and supercars, they're only possible due to the sales of more normal machines. The latter in particular learned that lesson at the turn of the millennium, as it realized in the 1990s that just selling various forms of its 911 wasn't working. Having pleased its bank manager with the release of the successful entry-level Boxster sports car, it went a step further by taking advantage of the booming SUV industry by bringing the Cayenne to market in 2003.Quickly becoming by far its biggest seller and cash cow, the Cayenne allowed Porsche to flourish over the following decade. The SUV market continued to grow in the meantime, which opened up further revenue streams for the brand. To take profit from this, Porsche released the Macan compact crossover in 2014, which was designed to offer people a smaller and more affordable way of getting a Porsche-badged SUV on their driveway. Its days are numbered though, with Porsche confirming the model's demise coming this summer. This is set to have a huge effect on the brand, at least in the short-term. The Current Macan Is Not Much Longer For This World PorschePorsche elected to throw all its chips on the expanding EV market several years back, with the marque believing that it would be the future of the automotive industry. This faith has proven misplaced thus far, with buyers instead feeling the overpriced and under-ranged vehicles aren't worth their money. This outcome has proven costly for Porsche, and the Macan is a glaring example of this. It will be ditching the ICE Macan following the 2026 model year, primarily as this first-generation variant has only been facelifted since being debuted in 2014.The second-gen version, which made its bow for the 2025 MY, was designed for Porsche's all-electric future, and thus is only available with an EV powertrain. Porsche's ex-CEO, Oliver Blume, has already admitted that making the Macan pure EV "was a mistake," primarily as the ICE version still outsells it. While the brand hasn't communicated the difference in sales between the two since Q1 2025, with both models being lumped together in the figures ever since, 56% of the Macan's sold in that period came with ICEs.Considering EVs have only fallen in popularity in favor of ICEs and hybrids since then, it's likely that the balance would only have shifted further towards the non-EV Macan. As a result, losing the ICE Macan is likely to come with a costly financial penalty to the brand, especially if EVs don't enjoy a surge of popularity in the short term. The 2026 Macan Is Still Available In A Decent Range Of Forms PorscheIf you feel the same way as many new car buyers, that the EV Macan isn't for you, then you'd better get down to your local Porsche dealer if you fancy getting a brand-new ICE Macan before it disappears. The most affordable way of doing so is by opting for the base AWD version, which comes with a turbocharged 2.0-liter I4 engine lurking beneath the hood. It's not the quickest thing on the planet with 261 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque on hand to push the 4,100+ pound SUV along the road, but the lighter engine out front means it's more agile than its more powerful V6 sibling. Plus, it provides a handy saving at $63,100, while the more efficient engine means you'll save at the pumps, too. Given the current gas prices, this could prove to be an important benefit.Should you want the car to be more fearsome on the road, you can always opt for the T. Hand over an extra $5k, and you'll have a hardened suspension setup that is 0.6 inches lower than the standard car. You also get Porsche's excellent Active Suspension Management as standard, which ensures it corners flatter and more competently over a range of surfaces, whereas the base car is relatively compromised by its more limited setup. The engine is identical between the two, as is the AWD system. The Macan S Brings More Pulling Power Porsche If you've got a larger budget, then perhaps the more powerful V6 versions of the Macan may interest you. The $76,200 Macan S kicks out a handy 375 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque to all four wheels thanks to a twin-turbo 2.9-liter V6, and also comes with more commanding exterior styling, primarily due to its larger 20-inch alloy wheels. The range-topping GTS is much of the same, though it receives an upgraded version of the engine that lifts power to an impressive 434 hp.It's the most aggressive-looking of the available Macans, though at $91k without any options, you'll have to reach deep into your pockets to secure one. The Macan Utilized Audi Bones PorscheThe Macan was developed to sit comfortably below the Cayenne in its product line-up, and was envisioned due to the rise in popularity of smaller SUVs. Not only were they cheaper to buy than bigger models like the Cayenne, but they were also more fuel efficient, as well as easier to navigate around tighter areas. In a bid to make its money go further, Porsche made use of the underpinnings from sister company Audi's Q5 crossover.From there, Porsche introduced its own range of inline-four and V6 powerplants, along with seven-speed PDK transmission options, while also debuting heavily developed suspension systems to ensure it was dripping with Porsche DNA. The cabin was also made to be sportier and of higher quality than its Audi cousin, while a new Porsche-designed body was draped across it all. The result was a compact SUV that drove and felt like a proper Porsche should. This Recipe Resulted In A Fantastic Sports SUV PorscheThe Cayenne proved so successful as it teamed renowned Porsche driving dynamics with a plush cabin and the practicality of an SUV, and the Macan managed to achieve the same but in a smaller, more affordable package. Not to mention boasting one of the coolest badges in the world, at least if you're a performance enthusiast. Its appeal is clear, as it has managed to be Porsche's best-selling model worldwide on several occasions over the years, with the latest example of this feat coming in 2025.The Macan perfectly fits the mold for a multipurpose vehicle. Its spacious and well-appointed cabin provides all the comfort and versatility needed for an average-sized family, while its excellently-tuned Porsche chassis provides a full-fat driving experience the moment you get it onto a twisty road. For focused drivers who need a practical daily that can bare its claws when requested, it's hard to find something better suited than a Macan. This is why it's a shame that Porsche is ditching the internal combustion engine version soon. Porsche Has Recognized Its Oversight Ty Duffy/CarBuzz/ValnetHappily, it's not only Porsche's previous CEO who has admitted that ditching the ICE Macan was a poor choice. Porsche's current leaders have accepted the oversight, and are now working overtime to reverse the decision. While the Macan will remain a pure EV, the marque is busying itself by developing a new compact crossover SUV that'll essentially replace the ICE Macan in its line-up. It will be available with pure ICE or hybrid powerplants, and is set to debut sometime in 2028.Porsche knows that buyers still want a trusty ICE in their lives, and it's hoped that the upcoming SUV option should be able to pick up where the current Macan ICE will leave off. It's going to be a tricky couple of years for Porsche while it waits for the new model to come online, but it's reassuring to know that the fantastic Macan won't be away for long. Porsche's ICE-powered compact crossover may no longer be known as the Macan, but it will at least harness its spirit.Sources: Porsche.