Five facts about the electric Porsche Taycan

Whether electric motors will power independently our next generation of automotive options or assist a traditional combustion engine, electrified powertrains are here to stay and evolve. The Taycan gives us an in-depth look of the potential of EVs while preserving and enhancing everything we expect from a vehicle with the Porsche crest, electric or not.

Here are a few facts about the Taycan that give a good overview of how impressive Porsche’s new EV is.

Performance comes standard

We all know how fast electric vehicles are. The instant torque generated by the electric motor provides immediate accelerations that very few combustion engines can match. The Porsche Taycan comes in three versions - Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, and Taycan Turbo S – all of which position themselves as some of the quickest cars on the road today. The Porsche Taycan 4S delivers 522 horsepower standard and can reach 100 km/h in 4.0 seconds, and that’s just the start.

The Porsche Taycan Turbo S is one of the fastest cars in the world

As we move up the Taycan lineup, we get to the top-of-the-line Taycan Turbo S. Recognizable by its bright yellow brake calipers, the Porsche Taycan Turbo S has also developed a reputation for outstanding performance. One of the fastest cars in the world today, the Taycan Turbo S can send up to 751 horsepower to all four wheels which translates into a 0-100 km/h under 3.0 seconds in the right conditions.

It has the range you need

Range is an important consideration for any EV buyer. With the Porsche Taycan, your freedom to drive anywhere is preserved thanks to a standard 323 kilometres of range. However, multiple testing by multiple outlets found that the Taycan could match and even exceed the range of its competitors. As with any EV, the range will be determined by how the vehicle is driven. The key takeaway from the Taycan is that range is plentiful even when exploiting its vast performance capabilities.

It is ready for winter

The Taycan’s complex powertrain utilizes two electric motors that can power each axle meaning that the Porsche EV is an all-wheel drive vehicle. That means that you can use your Taycan 4S, Turbo, or Turbo S in the heart of winter with no issues. The vehicle’s weight and balance gives owners a significant advantage in terms of stability on slippery roads.

It feels and drives like a Porsche

Stepping into a Porsche Taycan, we notice the impressive details and expert craftsmanship. Not only is it immediately clear that this is a Porsche, it is also evident that this is a luxury Porsche. On the road, the performance is always present but also easily controllable. Despite the fantastic potential of each Taycan, the car remains poised and comfortable in every situation.

It is the essence of Porsche: Efficient performance without compromise.

This article was written by:

Charles Jolicoeur