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Porsche Taycan Sport 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)
Sport Turismo (Y1A) Overview:
Porsche Taycan (Sport Turismo (Y1A)). At around 2330 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 3.2 s). The top speed reaches 260 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 93.4 kWh (680 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers blistering acceleration (0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds) and immense power, delivering supercar-level performance in a practical package.
Fuel Economy
Combines extreme performance with the larger 93.4 kWh battery, providing an excellent balance of power and usable electric range.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stunning performance across the lineup
- • Practical station wagon body style with ample cargo space
- • High-quality interior and premium build materials
- • Advanced 800V charging technology for rapid replenishment
- • Excellent handling and refined ride comfort with air suspension
Cons:
- • High purchase price and expensive options list
- • Electric range can vary significantly with aggressive driving
- • Heavy curb weight impacts ultimate agility
- • Limited rear headroom for taller passengers compared to some rivals
- • Complex infotainment system can have a learning curve
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cross Turismo (Y1A): March, 2021 - February, 2024).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | Taycan |
| Generation: | Sport Turismo (Y1A) |
| Modification (Engine): | Turbo 93.4 kWh (680 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 2022 |
| End of production: | February, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 260 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.4 kg/Hp, 291.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.7 kg/Nm, 364.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 10.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2330 |
| Max. weight: | 2880 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 550 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1171 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 405 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 12.3° |
| Length: | 4963 mm mm [11mm less] |
| Width: | 1966 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1391 mm mm [18mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2900 mm mm [4mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2144 mm |
| Front track: | 1702 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1667 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 128 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
| 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 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 9J 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: | 424-491 km |
| Average Energy consumption: | 20.9-24.2 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 20.9-24.2 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 424-491 km |
| Battery weight: | 650 kg |
| Electric motor model/code: | EBF |
| Battery voltage: | 800 V |
| Average Energy consumption (NEDC): | 26.3 kWh/100 km |
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