Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo (Y1A) 4 93.4 kWh (476 Hp)


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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 2245 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 5.1 s). The top speed reaches 220 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.

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):4 93.4 kWh (476 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:5.1 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:5.1 sec
Maximum speed:220 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:4.7 kg/Hp, 212 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:4.5 kg/Nm, 222.7 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h:15.6 sec
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:4.8 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:2245
Max. weight:2885
Max. roof load:75 kg
Max load:640
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1212 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:446 l
Size:
Ramp-over (brakeover) angle:12°
Length:4974 mm [12mm more]
Width:1966 mm [Same width.]
Height:1409 mm [21mm more]
Wheelbase:2904 mm [4mm more]
Width including mirrors:2144 mm
Front track:1718 mm
Rear (Back) track:1698 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):146 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.4 m [above average]
Approach angle:12.2°
Departure angle:16.2°
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureOne electric motor drives the front wheels, one electric motor drives the rear wheels.
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears2
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs, 360x36 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesVentilated discs, 358x28 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires sizeFront wheel tires: 225/55 R19
Wheel rims sizeFront wheel rims: 8J x 19
Front suspensionDouble wishbone, Air suspension
Rear suspensionIndependent 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:476 Hp
System torque:500 Nm
All-electric range:389-456 km
Average Energy consumption:22.4-26.4 kWh/100 km
Electric motor location:Rear axle, Transverse
Average Energy consumption (WLTP):22.4-26.4 kWh/100 km
Electric motor type:Synchronous
All-electric range (WLTP):389-456 km
Battery weight:650 kg
Electric motor model/code:EBF
Battery voltage:800 V
Average Energy consumption (NEDC):28.1 kWh/100 km

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