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Porsche Taycan Y1A, facelift 2024 89 kWh (408 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 2090 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.8 s). The top speed reaches 230 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.
89 kWh (408 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Sufficient power for daily driving, smooth and refined, offering a comfortable ride though less exhilarating than higher trims.
Fuel Economy
Decent range for urban and suburban use, providing good efficiency for an entry-level electric vehicle.
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): 2022 - February, 2024).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | Taycan |
| Generation: | Y1A, facelift 2024 |
| Modification (Engine): | 89 kWh (408 Hp) |
| Start of production: | February, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 4-5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 230 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.1 kg/Hp, 195.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 196.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 16.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2090 |
| Max. weight: | 2795 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 705 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 407 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 10.6-12.2° |
| Length: | 4963 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1966 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1379 mm [12mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2900 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2144 mm |
| Front track: | 1710 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1693 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 127-145 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.7 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 11.1° |
| Departure angle: | 14.2° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the rear wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 2 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 360x36 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 358x28 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: 225/55 R19; 245/45 R20; 245/40 R21; 265/35 R21 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8J x 19; 9J x 20; 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: | 82.3 kWh |
| Gross battery capacity: | 89 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 408 Hp |
| System torque: | 410 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 503-592 km |
| Electric motor power: | 408 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 410 Nm |
| Average Energy consumption: | 16.7-19.7 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 16.7-19.7 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 503-592 km |
| Battery voltage: | 800 V |
| Recuperation output: | 400 kW |
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