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Porsche Taycan Y1A, facelift 2024 Turbo GT 105 kWh (1034 Hp)
Overall Rating
Porsche Taycan:
The Porsche Taycan is a battery electric luxury sports sedan and shooting brake car produced by German automobile manufacturer Porsche. The concept version of the Taycan, named the Porsche Mission E, debuted at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show. Four years later, the production Taycan was revealed at the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show. As Porsche's first series production electric car, it is sold in several variants at different performance levels, and may spawn further derivatives in future models. It is built on the J1 electric car platform shared with the similarly shaped Audi e-tron GT....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Y1A, facelift 2024 Overview:
Porsche Taycan (Y1A, facelift 2024). At around 2290 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 2.3 s). The top speed reaches 290 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Turbo GT 105 kWh (1034 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Mind-bending acceleration and track-ready dynamics, offering near-ultimate performance just shy of the Weissach's extreme focus.
Fuel Economy
Despite extreme power, offers a respectable range, though efficiency is secondary to its primary performance objective.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional electric performance across the lineup
- • Advanced technology and fast charging capabilities
- • Luxurious, driver-focused interior design
- • Superb driving dynamics and handling
- • Wide range of trims to suit different needs
Cons:
- • High purchase price and options can be expensive
- • Rear headroom can be limited for taller passengers
- • Heavy curb weight impacts ultimate agility for some
- • Real-world range can vary significantly with aggressive driving
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Sport Turismo (Y1A): March, 2022 - February, 2024).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | Taycan |
| Generation: | Y1A, facelift 2024 |
| Modification (Engine): | Turbo GT 105 kWh (1034 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 4-5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 2.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 2.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 290 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 2.2 kg/Hp, 451.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 1.7 kg/Nm, 585.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 6.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 2.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2290 |
| Max. weight: | 2710 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 420 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 326 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 10.5° |
| Length: | 4968 mm [5mm more] |
| Width: | 1998 mm [32mm more] |
| Height: | 1378 mm [27mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2900 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2144 mm |
| Front track: | 1690 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1655 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 126 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 8° |
| Departure angle: | 14.4° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels, one electric motor drives the rear wheels. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 2 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 420x40 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 410x32 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 265/35 R21 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 9.5J x 21 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 97 kWh |
| Gross battery capacity: | 105 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 1034 Hp |
| System torque: | 1340 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 528-554 km |
| Average Energy consumption: | 20.7-21.6 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 20.7-21.6 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 528-554 km |
| Battery voltage: | 800 V |
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