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Porsche Taycan Y1A Turbo 93.4 kWh (680 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)
Y1A Overview:
Porsche Taycan (Y1A). At around 2305 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 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.
Turbo 93.4 kWh (680 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers truly exceptional power and blistering acceleration, living up to its 'Turbo' designation.
Fuel Economy
Impressive range for such high power output, though efficiency is secondary to performance in this trim.
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): | Turbo 93.4 kWh (680 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: | 3.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 260 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.4 kg/Hp, 295 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.7 kg/Nm, 368.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 10.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2305 |
| Max. weight: | 2880 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 575 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 366 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 10.6° |
| Length: | 4963 mm mm |
| Width: | 1966 mm mm |
| Height: | 1381 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2900 mm mm |
| 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 |
| Approach angle: | 11.2° |
| Departure angle: | 14.8° |
| 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, 415x40 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 365x28 mm |
| 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: | 381-450 km |
| Average Energy consumption: | 23-26.7 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 23-26.7 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 381-450 km |
| Battery weight: | 650 kg |
| Electric motor model/code: | EBF |
| Battery voltage: | 800 V |
| Average Energy consumption (NEDC): | 26 kWh/100 km |
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