The new Porsche Macan, said to be the world's first sports car in the compact sports utility vehicle (SUV) segment, was unveiled at an exclusive event in Bahrain.

The introduction marks Porsche's pioneering move into a new segment and it was unveiled by Porsche Centre Bahrain brand manager Morgan Sunderland at the Gulf Hotel.

Two versions are available for order; Macan S and Macan Turbo with a starting price of BD26,200 ($50,119) and BD36,200 respectively.

The first deliveries of the new Macan will start on April 12.-TradeArabia News Service