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Porsche Taycan Y1A 4S Performance 79.2 kWh (530 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 Overview:
Porsche Taycan (Y1A). At around 2140 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 4 s). The top speed reaches 250 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.
The Taycan Y1A achieved an excellent 5-star Euro NCAP rating, demonstrating robust safety features and strong occupant protection across various crash scenarios.
4S Performance 79.2 kWh (530 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides strong, responsive performance that is more than adequate for most driving scenarios.
Fuel Economy
Decent range with the smaller battery, suitable for daily commuting and shorter trips with regular charging.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stunning acceleration and dynamic handling across the range
- • Luxurious and high-tech interior with excellent build quality
- • Advanced 800V architecture enables ultra-fast charging
- • Distinctive Porsche design and driving feel
- • Impressive range for a high-performance EV
Cons:
- • High purchase price and expensive options
- • Limited rear headroom and cargo space compared to some rivals
- • Heavy curb weight impacts agility at the absolute limit
- • Real-world range can vary significantly with aggressive driving
- • Charging infrastructure availability can still be a concern in some regions
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | Taycan |
| Generation: | Y1A |
| Modification (Engine): | 4S Performance 79.2 kWh (530 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2020 |
| End of production: | February, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4 kg/Hp, 247.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.3 kg/Nm, 299.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 13.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2140 |
| Max. weight: | 2880 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 740 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 407 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 10.5° |
| Length: | 4963 mm mm |
| Width: | 1966 mm mm |
| Height: | 1379 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2900 mm mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2144 mm |
| Front track: | 1710 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1694 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 127 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m |
| Approach angle: | 11.2° |
| Departure angle: | 14.3° |
| 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, 360x36 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 358x28 mm |
| 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 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 71 kWh |
| Gross battery capacity: | 79.2 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 530 Hp |
| System torque: | 640 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 335-408 km |
| Average Energy consumption: | 21-25.6 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 21-25.6 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 335-408 km |
| Electric motor model/code: | EBF |
| Battery voltage: | 800 V |
| Average Energy consumption (NEDC): | 24.6 kWh/100 km |
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