Porsche Taycan Model Research

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Porsche Taycan Trims

Taycan 4S

Starting at $103,800

3.8 seconds 0-60 with Launch Control and Top track speed 155 mph.
390 kW Overboost Power with Launch Control up to (kW).

Performance Battery

320 kW and 429 Horsepower.
390 kW and and 522 HorsePower with Overboost Power with Launch Control.
472 lb-ft Max torque with Launch Control.
Charging time for alternating current with 9.6kW 9.5 hrs.
Charging time for direct current with 50kW 93 mins.
Charging time for direct power with maximum charging 22.5 mins.

Performance Battery Plus

360 kW and 482 Horsepower.
420 kW and and 562 HorsePower with Overboost Power with Launch Control.
479 lb-ft Max torque with Launch Control.
Charging time for alternating current with 9.6kW 10.5 hrs.

Taycan Turbo

Starting at $150,900

3.0 seconds 0-60 with Launch Control and Top track speed 161 mph.
500 kW Overboost Power with Launch Control up to (kW).

Taycan Turbo Performance

460 kW and 616 Horsepower.
500 kW and and 670 HorsePower with Overboost Power with Launch Control.
626 lb-ft Max torque with Launch Control.
Driving Range 201 miles.

Taycan Turbo Charging

10.5 hrs Charging time for alternating current with 9.6kW.
93 mins Charging time for direct current with 50kW.
22.5 mins Charging time for direct current with maximum charging power.

Taycan Turbo S

Porsche Taycan Competitive Comparisons to Tesla

The Porsche Taycan offers a more extensive customization selection, offering you a variety of personalization options for exterior and interior. The Taycan offers a premium look and feel unlike the Tesla limited interior and exterior options. Similarly, the Taycan is available at multiple dealerships with more instock unlike Teslas small dealer network which equates to fewer service and dealer centers. This can all add up to not just longer wait times to purchase and order a new vehicle, but also incalculable wait times for repairs. At Porsche St. Paul, we are proud to be a part of our local and surrounding communities including Maplewood, White Bear Lake, Dellwood, North Oaks, Stillwater, and Hudson. Our Porsche Parts department stocks a wide variety of parts and accessories for vintage and modern Porsche models. Our Porsche Certified Service department provides world-class knowledge and service to help keep your Porsche performing at its best. Below are other advantages Porsche Taycan has over Tesla models:

Appearance

The Porsche Taycan offers a more distinct combination of future and past with the classic Porsche stylings see inside and out while Tesla brings a more simplistic look with limited details and options. From the exterior, the low roofline that drops on a very wide body with even wider fenders with inspiration from the 911 sedan. It’s aggressive yet elegantly and sporty. While Tesla’s Model S is appealing, it is also sterile and as it hasn’t changed much since its introduction 2012, the Tesla simply put lacks the luxury polish of some similarly priced sedans.

Technology

The Taycan offers a different driver focused display, rather than Teslas singular singular 12.3 inch screen that looks similar to a cumbersome iPad, the Taycan splits its screens for a easier on the eye and less distracting look. The gauge cluster is a 16.8-inch screen capable of displaying multiple features at once, there’s a centrally located 10.9-inch infotainment screen, with a second 8.4-incher for climate controls and handwriting recognition. Apple CarPlay is standard, as is a new digital assistant that answers to “Hey, Porsche.” If that’s not enough, there’s also an optionally available infotainment screen just for the front passenger. No Apple CarPlay, Android Auto or similar smartphone integration on Tesla, and no Cooled/Ventilated seats option like the Taycan offers.

Performance

The Porsche Taycan Turbo S and the Tesla Model S performances are similar, however the Taycan offers a more performance-oriented feel than the Model S. This is due to the standard carbon-ceramic brakes. Also the Taycan Turbo S is capable of over-boosting for short periods of time to produce about 750 horsepower and 774 lb-ft of torque, enough to push the car to 60 mph in 2.6 seconds, continuing on to a top speed of about 162 mph. Without the overboost function, the motors produce 616 horsepower. The 4S’ base variant over-boosts from 429 to 522 hp and 472 lb-ft of torque, while the 4S with the Performance Battery Pack raises output to 482 hp (563 hp with overboost) and 479 lb-ft of torque. Both 4S variants will reach 60 mph in 3.8 seconds, and both have a top speed of 155 mph.

The Tesla Model S Performance on the other hand, produces approximately 762 horsepower and 723 lb-ft of torque compared to the 774 lb-foot of torque. Overall the Taycan offers a more fun driver experience, the Taycan 4S has a drag coefficient of 0.22 while the Tesla Model S has a drag coefficient of 0.23.

Verdict

If you want a luxury car with an iconic luxury perks while still getting all the electric vehicle benefits, the Porsche Taycan is the only choice. The Taycan has better touchpoints, more repeatable performance, and its battery will last longer by design. Tesla may deliver a similar performance punch at a lower price but when you want a Porsche, you want a Porsche! The Taycan offers all the iconic Porsche experiences, its beauty, superior service department, and all the premium offers across an array of cutting-edge technologies. So unlike Tesla, come see us in person at Porsche St. Paul, we’ve been serving the St. Paul and surrounding Twin Cities for over 40 years. We are a proud member of Carousel Motor Group, providing the Twin Cities metro with quality brands and service. Over the years, we have helped thousands of customers find their dream car. Whether it’s a New Porsche or a Certified Pre-Owned, our highly experienced team of Porsche Brand Ambassadors will provide you with personalized service to make your next purchase a reality.

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