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2021/01/19 | Great Britain | Products | Press Release

New derivative of award-winning all-electric four door sports car with rear-wheel drive

Porsche introduces new Taycan with dynamic rear-wheel drive chassis

Great Britain. In introducing the new Taycan featuring rear-wheel drive, Porsche is launching the fourth variant of its all-electric sports car. The model sits beneath the Taycan 4S, Turbo and Turbo S in the model range hierarchy, offering new customers a further path to Taycan ownership. In 2020, the Taycan was the second best-selling Porsche overall in the UK, its popularity driven by its unique combination of attributes including typical Porsche performance, innovative connectivity solutions and everyday usability.

The new Taycan features a dynamic rear-wheel drive chassis, and is available with two sizes of battery, offering up to 301 miles range (WLTP). With the standard Performance Battery, the new model delivers up to 300 kW (408 PS) in overboost mode with Launch Control; this increases to an output of up to 350 kW (476 PS) with the optional Performance Battery Plus. Nominal power is 240 kW (326 PS) or 280 kW (380 PS) respectively.

The Taycan accelerates from a standing start to 62 mph in 5.4 seconds, whichever battery is specified. Its top speed is also 143 mph in both configurations, while its maximum charging capacity is up to 225 kW (Performance Battery) or up to 270 kW (Performance Battery Plus). This means that both batteries can be charged from five to 80 per cent state of charge in 22.5 minutes, and that power for a further 62 miles is achieved after only five minutes.

Innovative electric motor and dynamic performance
Impressive acceleration, tractive power typical of a sports car and outstanding continuously available power – the new rear-wheel drive model features all these proven Taycan strengths.

The permanently excited synchronous motor on the rear axle has an active length of 130 millimetres and is therefore the same length as the one fitted to the Taycan 4S. The pulse-controlled inverter on the rear axle operates at up to 600 amps.

In addition to the permanently excited synchronous motor on the rear axle, the drive architecture also includes a two-speed transmission. As with its siblings, highlights include intelligent charging management as well as exemplary aerodynamics. With a Cd value from 0.22, its aerodynamics make a significant contribution to its low energy consumption and therefore its long range. Maximum recuperation power is 265 kW.

Choice of two batteries
A single-deck Performance Battery with a gross capacity of 79.2 kWh is fitted as standard. The two-deck Performance Battery Plus is available as an option. Its gross capacity is 93.4 kWh. Range, in accordance with WLTP, is up to 268 miles or up to 301 miles respectively.

Pure exterior design with Porsche DNA
With its purist design, the Taycan signals the beginning of a new era. At the same time, it retains the unmistakable Porsche design DNA. From the front, the electric sports car looks particularly low and wide, with highly contoured wings. Its silhouette is shaped by its sporting roofline sloping downwards to the rear, while its highly sculpted side sections are also a distinctive characteristic. The sleek cabin, the strikingly drawn-in C-pillars, and the pronounced shoulders of its wings result in a sharply emphasised rear, typical of the brand. These features are complemented by innovative elements such as the glass appearance of the lettering in the Porsche logo in the rear light bar.

Distinguishing features of the Taycan with rear-wheel drive include aerodynamically optimised 19-inch Taycan Aero wheels and black anodised brake callipers. The front apron, side sills and rear diffuser in black are the same as those on the Taycan 4S. LED headlights are fitted as standard.

Unique interior design
The cockpit of the Taycan signalled the start of a new era in 2019 with its clear structure and completely new architecture. The free-standing curved instrument cluster forms the highest point on the dashboard. This places a clear focus on the driver axis. Other elements include a central 10.9-inch infotainment display and an optional display for the front passenger.

The new Taycan model comes with a partial leather interior, featuring front comfort seats with eight-way electrical adjustment.

The Taycan is also the first Porsche model range available with an entirely leather-free interior. Interiors made from innovative recycled materials underscore the sustainable concept of the electric sports car.

The car offers two luggage compartments: 84 litres at the front, and up to 407 litres at the rear.

Centrally networked chassis systems
Porsche uses a centrally networked control system for the Taycan chassis. The integrated Porsche 4D Chassis Control analyses and synchronises all chassis systems in real time. Both the standard steel-spring suspension of the Taycan and the optional adaptive air suspension with three-chamber technology are supplemented by the PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management) electronic damper control system.

With the adaptive air suspension specified, it is also equipped with a Smartlift function. This allows the Taycan to be programmed so that it raises its ride height automatically at certain recurring locations such as road humps or garage driveways. The Smartlift function can also actively influence the vehicle’s height on motorway journeys and can adjust the vehicle’s ride height for the best possible balance between efficiency and driving comfort.

The Taycan is equipped as standard with six-piston aluminium monobloc fixed-calliper brakes at the front and four-piston aluminium monobloc fixed-calliper brakes at the rear. The internally vented brake discs are 360 mm diameter at the front and 358 mm at the rear. The brake callipers have a black anodised finish.

A further option is the high-performance Porsche Surface Coated Brake (PSCB). Its discs have a diameter of 410 mm and 365 mm front and rear.

Innovative connectivity and flexible upgrades after purchase
The new Taycan offers the most recent connectivity features introduced to its sister models. When introduced into the UK in 2021, Plug & Charge will further simplify charging at Ionity fast charging stations: Taycan drivers merely have to plug in the charging cable and charging is underway. Authentication data is saved in the vehicle. As a result, the charging station automatically identifies the connected vehicle; the communication between the infrastructure and the car is encrypted. Payments are processed automatically. Plug & Charge is already operational at Ionity charging stations in Europe, and will roll out to the UK in due course.

As on the other variants, optional equipment includes a colour head-up display and an on-board charger with a charging capacity of up to 22 kW. With Functions on Demand (FoD), Taycan drivers can purchase various additional convenience or assistance functions as required. Alternatively, they are able to book them for a limited period. Activation online means that it is not necessary to visit the Porsche Centre workshop.

Currently, upgrades cover Porsche InnoDrive and Power Steering Plus functions. InnoDrive individually adapts the vehicle speed to the conditions ahead, taking note of speed limits, bends, roundabouts, and situations where you have to give way or stop, all in typical sports car fashion; the driver remains in command of the car at all times. It is available for a monthly fee of £18.00 or £759.00 as an outright purchase option. Power Steering Plus operates on the basis of vehicle speed. It provides greater steering assistance for low speed manoeuvres, and reacts directly and accurately at high speeds. This Function on Demand is available for a lifetime fee £299.00. It is not available as a monthly option.

Customers can choose whether they purchase these respective functions for their Taycan outright or subscribe on a monthly basis. Customers benefit from three test months if they opt for a subscription. After registration and selecting the desired function(s) in the Porsche Connect Store, and providing a connection can be established, a data package is sent to the Taycan via the mobile phone network. Drivers are notified by the Porsche Communication Management (PCM), and activation takes a few minutes.

Successful year for the Taycan
Porsche has made a successful start to the all-electric age, delivering just over 20,000 Taycans to customers worldwide in 2020. The electric sports car has already received around 50 international awards, above all in its principal markets of Germany, the US, the UK and China. The new rear-wheel drive Taycan also holds the Guinness World Record™ for the longest drift with an electric car, driving sideways non-stop for exactly 42.171 kilometres.

The first of the new Taycan models with rear-wheel drive will make their way to Porsche Centres in the UK from the Spring, priced from £70,690.00 RRP.

The Porsche Taycan range of four models:
Taycan £70,690.00 RRP
Taycan 4S £83,580.00 RRP
Taycan Turbo £115,860.00 RRP
Taycan Turbo S £138,830.00 RRP

Customers will also be invited to explore the potential of their new car, and further develop their own skills behind the wheel, by participating in a bespoke driving experience around the unique tracks at the Porsche Experience Centre, Silverstone.

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