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Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo (Y1A) Turbo 93.4 kWh (680 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) Overview:
Porsche Taycan (Cross Turismo (Y1A)). At around 2320 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 3.3 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Turbo 93.4 kWh (680 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers breathtaking acceleration and sustained high performance, truly living up to the 'Turbo' badge with supercar-like straight-line speed.
Fuel Economy
Despite its immense power, the range remains competitive for a high-performance EV, though aggressive driving will naturally impact consumption.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stunning electric performance across the lineup
- • Practical station wagon body style with ample cargo space
- • Premium interior quality and advanced technology
- • Exceptional handling and driving dynamics for an EV
- • 800V architecture enables ultra-fast charging
Cons:
- • High purchase price, especially for higher trims
- • Heavy vehicle, impacting ultimate agility compared to lighter sports cars
- • Real-world range can vary significantly with driving style
- • Charging infrastructure still developing in some regions
- • Rear visibility can be somewhat limited
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Sport Turismo (Y1A, facelift 2024): February, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | Taycan |
| Generation: | Cross Turismo (Y1A) |
| Modification (Engine): | Turbo 93.4 kWh (680 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 2021 |
| End of production: | February, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.4 kg/Hp, 293.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.7 kg/Nm, 366.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 10.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2320 |
| Max. weight: | 2880 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 560 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1171 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 405 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 12.3° |
| Length: | 4974 mm [12mm more] |
| Width: | 1966 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1412 mm [24mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2904 mm [4mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2144 mm |
| Front track: | 1710 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1672 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 148 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 12.3° |
| Departure angle: | 16.5° |
| 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, 410x38 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 365x28 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: 245/45 R20 103Y XL |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 9.0 J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 83.7 kWh |
| Gross battery capacity: | 93.4 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 680 Hp |
| System torque: | 850 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 395-452 km |
| Average Energy consumption: | 22.6-25.9 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 22.6-25.9 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 395-452 km |
| Battery weight: | 650 kg |
| Electric motor model/code: | EBE |
| Battery voltage: | 800 V |
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