I've got a Macan, and honestly, it's more about the looks than being a sports car. So, if going with the base model means you can get the color, wheels, and other extras you're after, I'd say do it. My wife and I got ours in Chalk, and I love the way it looks. We get compliments on the color all the time, and nobody ever asks if it's the S. Plus, for everyday driving, the base model has plenty of performance – I don't feel like I'm missing anything.