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Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo (Y1A, facelift 2024) Turbo S 105 kWh (952 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)
Cross Turismo (Y1A, facelift 2024) Overview:
Porsche Taycan (Cross Turismo (Y1A, facelift 2024)). At around 2325 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 2.5 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Turbo S 105 kWh (952 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Unrivaled acceleration and power output, pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle performance into hypercar territory.
Fuel Economy
Remarkable range considering its extreme performance, though heavy use will impact real-world figures significantly.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Blistering performance across the lineup, especially Turbo and Turbo S
- • Impressive electric range (515-601 km WLTP) for a performance EV
- • Practical Cross Turismo body style with increased cargo space
- • Luxurious and high-tech interior with excellent build quality
- • Advanced 800V architecture for rapid charging
- • Superb handling and dynamic driving experience
Cons:
- • Very high purchase price, especially for higher trims
- • Heavy kerb weight impacts ultimate agility compared to lighter sports cars
- • Charging infrastructure dependency for long journeys
- • Potentially firm ride for some, despite air suspension
- • Limited rear headroom for taller passengers in the back
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Sport Turismo (Y1A): 2022 - February, 2024).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | Taycan |
| Generation: | Cross Turismo (Y1A, facelift 2024) |
| Modification (Engine): | Turbo S 105 kWh (952 Hp) |
| Start of production: | February, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 4-5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 2.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 2.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 2.4 kg/Hp, 409.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.1 kg/Nm, 477.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 7.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 2.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2325 |
| Max. weight: | 2880 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 555 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1171 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 405 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 11.9-14.3° |
| Wading depth: | 300-340 mm |
| Length: | 4974 mm [11mm more] |
| Width: | 1967 mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1407 mm [16mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2904 mm [4mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2144 mm |
| Front track: | 1698 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1669 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 143-173 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 12° |
| Departure angle: | 16.1° |
| 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: 245/40 R21; 265/35 R21 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 9J x 21; 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: | 952 Hp |
| System torque: | 1110 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 516-600 km |
| Average Energy consumption: | 19-22 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 19-22 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 516-600 km |
| Battery voltage: | 800 V |
| Recuperation output: | 400 kW |
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