2023 Porsche Taycan Review

Name: 2023 Porsche Taycan Review
Brand: Porsche

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The 2023 Taycan represents Porsche's foray into the electric vehicle space, and it does not disappoint. The Taycan is a technological masterpiece that manages to deliver incredible comfort and effortless driving one moment and then, with the twist of a knob, world-beating performance the next. How one car can do both so well is a little baffling.

But all that technology and capability comes at a high price. The Taycan is not cheap, and we found some of Porsche's touchscreen tech to be needlessly complicated — Luddites, steer clear.

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2023 Porsche Taycan Review

by Ryan ZumMallen^{Contributor
Ryan ZumMallen has worked in the automotive industry since 2012. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Ryan has also contributed to Road & Track, Autoweek, Trucks.com and more. In 2019, Ryan published his first book, Slow Car Fast, on the millennial generation and its unique take on modern car culture.}

Pros

Rapid acceleration and enjoyable, hunkered-down handling
Potential for very quick fast-charging capability
Four-door practicality plus two trunks
Impressive build quality and interior finish

Cons

Rear legroom isn't overly generous
EV greatness comes at a commensurately great price
Low ride height and roof can make it difficult to enter and exit

What's new

Increased range
Quicker charging at DC fast-charging stations
Updated touchscreen interface
Minor changes to some standard and optional features
Part of the first Taycan generation introduced in 2020

Overview

Porsche's Taycan was the company's first fully electric vehicle when it debuted for the 2020 model year, and it was clear from the get-go that the company had done its homework. This wasn't some sort of half-baked release. Rather, the Taycan was everything we expected from the brand: athletic, comfortable and highly customizable. It's so good that you might have a hard time deciding between the legendary 911 or a Taycan.

Continue reading Edmunds Expert Rating below

2023 Porsche Taycan EV Insights

Trim:

Taycan Base

Estimated Range Based on Age

edmunds TESTED

311 miles^{The range for a used 2023 Porsche Taycan is estimated to be 311 miles because electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year, with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.}

EV batteries lose 1-2% of range per year. Est. range for this car is 311 miles.^{Electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.}

Estimated range map^{This map is a visual representation of the possible one-way and round-trips by this vehicle (on a full charge) from the geometric center of Ashburn, Virginia. The depicted ranges are based on the estimated new vehicle range value provided by the EPA, rounded down to miles for one-way and miles for round-trip. Actual range will vary depending on the condition of this vehicle’s battery pack, how you drive, driving conditions and other factors.Map display generated using: © openrouteservice.org by HeiGIT | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors | Leaflet} from

Charging

SAE Combo^{Standard port for most electric models. Supports Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast charging.}

Plug Type

9.5 hrs

240V Home Charging^{Estimated total charging time when using a 240V outlet. This is either a 3-prong or 4-prong outlet used for appliances, for example a clothes dryer.}

EV batteries should be kept at 30-80% charged to extend battery life.

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EV Battery Warranty

8 yrs or 100,000 miles^{The federal government requires that EV batteries be warrantied for a minimum of eight years or 100,000 miles. The EV battery warranty includes replacement if your battery capacity drops below a certain percentage of the original capacity.}

According to GeoTab’s data, if the observed degradation rates are maintained, the vast majority of batteries will outlast the usable life of the vehicle.

Estimated battery warranty remaining is 6 years or 72,000 miles for this car.^{Warranty remaining value is based on the vehicle year, and on driving 14,000 miles per year. Confirm exact warranty coverage for each vehicle with the dealers and the manufacturer before purchasing.}

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

$4,225

Available Rebates. Restrictions apply.

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Cost to Drive

$76/mo

Taycan

$189/mo

Car Avg.

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

Am I Ready for an EV?

EV ownership works best if you can charge at home (240V outlet) ^{This typically means a 240V home installation, or other places your car is parked for several hours each day. Don't expect a regular household outlet (120V) to suffice.}
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The Taycan also receives a few updates for 2023. Porsche says it has given the touchscreen a new menu layout, and we hope that this makes it a little easier to use than in prior models. Wireless connectivity for Android Auto smartphone integration is new too. Porsche has also tinkered with the way the car utilizes its battery pack and mechanical hardware to slightly increase range and efficiency.

The Taycan is also capable of super-speedy DC fast charging, which makes long drives even more viable. For 2023, Porsche says the Taycan can precondition its battery more quickly for maximum DC fast charging, resulting in slightly quicker recharging times if you're connected to a high-powered station.

Granted, the Taycan isn't the most practical EV available. For superior room or comfort, you might want to look at the BMW iX, Mercedes-Benz EQS or Tesla Model S. But for a high-performing EV, the 2023 Porsche Taycan is hugely impressive. Check out our test team's Expert Rating below for our complete report on its Edmunds-tested real-world range, performance and more.

Edmunds Expert Rating

Our Verdict^{The Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.}

Great

8.2

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

Rated for you by America's best test team.

Performance

9/10

How does the Taycan drive? We expected a lot from the Taycan, and in common Porsche fashion, it overdelivers. We thought it'd be quick and it is. At Edmunds' test track, our 4S test car ripped from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds. Did we mention this car weighs over 5,100 pounds? That's as much as a Ford F-150.

You wouldn't know it from the way it goes around corners either. There's the effortless balance and ease of a rear-wheel-drive sports car, but with ridiculous amounts of traction and thrust exiting corners. It kind of feels like cheating. The brakes feel and perform amazingly, offering ample stopping power and none of the artificialness that's common among today's EVs and hybrids. The Taycan does casual cruising well too, with the exception of its lack of automatic regenerative braking. Some EVs provide enough regen when you lift off the accelerator that you often don't need to touch the brake pedal. Not so in the Taycan.

Comfort

8.5/10

How comfortable is the Taycan? The seating is cushy but not enveloping, but only the sport seats provide the lateral support needed for any dynamic driving. Still, we managed 9.5 hours behind the wheel in a day without feeling completely beat-up, so that says a lot. The rear seats aren't nearly as good, with their overly prominent lumbar support, tight toe room and a slightly elevated floor height.

Ride comfort, on the other hand, is impressive. Given how much the Taycan weighs and how well it handles, the ride is incredibly well composed. It's complemented by a very quiet cabin. And it's not just the absence of engine noise that's impressive, but also the car's insulation from outside noise in general.

The single biggest miss here is an overcomplicated climate control system, particularly the virtual vent controls. There's a bit of a lag time when you adjust the vent position, and it's quite distracting if you're on the go. If the AC system wasn't so effective in its auto mode, this would be a bigger issue.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? The Taycan's touchscreen interface is pretty good but not perfect. The lower touchscreen controls the climate settings but can also be used to navigate the upper touchscreen through its virtual touchpad and shortcut buttons. Like other touchscreens, the Taycan's is prone to smudges, though thankfully they only are noticeable when the system is off. If you're not open to taking some time to learn new things, you'll probably hate this interface.

When it comes to getting in and out, the Taycan is more like a sports car than a sedan, especially if the air suspension isn't raised to its friendliest setting. Once inside, there's lots of space up front, but the rear seat is small for a car this long, and the lack of toe space under the front seats makes it feel more cramped. Rear passengers should watch their heads as the swoopy roofline runs pretty low.

Even though the rear window is pretty narrow, rearward visibility is perfectly fine. And it's even better out front thanks to the thin windshield pillars. The door-mounted mirrors ensure objects don't get obscured when you're turning. The worst part of visibility is the reverse camera and its wide, distorted fish-eye lens perspective.

Technology

7.5/10

How’s the tech? The optional Bose surround-sound system delivers punchy sound with impressive clarity, even when cranked up to irresponsible volumes. The nav system is easy to learn on the fly and has the ability to display various map views within the gauge cluster even when Apple CarPlay is active. CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration come standard. A wireless charger and four USB-C charging ports are also included.

Our pricey test vehicle was missing a lot of common driving aids including adaptive cruise control, and the ones it had were a little overbearing at times. The optional surround-view camera didn't operate for an entire week, but when it did finally right itself, it worked seamlessly with the parking assist sensors. The reverse camera picture looks like a fish-eye lens, and while you can see a lot of what's behind you, the skewed image makes it difficult to gauge proximity to things.

Storage

7.5/10

How’s the storage? The rear trunk space, at 14.3 cubic feet, is a bit small for how large the Taycan is, and boxes will need to be pushed in farther than you think to clear the slope of the trunklid. There's underfloor storage that helps, and the rear seats split 60/40 and fold down flat, lending some needed cargo flexibility. The front trunk offers an additional 2.8 cubic feet of storage and can fit a small roller bag.

There's slightly better interior storage than what most luxury sedans provide. The armrest bin is pretty modest, but a cubby beneath the lower touchscreen can store things such as sunglasses, face masks or even a small purse. The door pockets will hold a couple of water bottles, but the glovebox won't hold much beyond the owner's manual.

Car seat anchors are easy to locate, though the tilt of the rear seat bottom is steep, so proper adjustment of your child safety seat's base might be tricky. A rear-facing seat will be a bit of a squeeze behind most front occupants.

Range and Efficiency

8/10

How are the range and efficiency? [Editor's note: the following information is based on our testing of a 2021 Taycan 4S. Newer models might have slightly different estimates, but our general takeways still apply.] The EPA estimates 4S with the standard battery has a range of 199 miles with a consumption of 42 kWh/100 miles, which is the EV equivalent of a gas guzzler. By comparison the other "thirstiest" EVs include the Audi e-tron (46 kWh/100 miles), Tesla Model X Performance on 22-inch wheels (43 kWh/100 miles) and Jaguar I-Pace (44 kWh/100 miles).

But in Edmunds' testing, we experienced significantly better range and consumption while driving the Taycan using settings that a typical owner would. (The EPA mandates the use of default settings for its testing.) We observed 323.3 miles of range with a consumption of 32.3 kWh/100 miles. Note that, unlike a regular car's mpg number, improved efficiency comes from a lower kWh/mile consumption figure, not a higher one.

Value

8/10

Is the Taycan a good value? Most EVs these days don't come cheap, but the Taycan is like shopping in the boutique vitamin aisle at Whole Foods instead of CVS. That said, no Taycan owner will have to worry about questionable build quality or glitchy firmware updates. And beyond the software and electronics, Porsche has a way with interiors and the tactile feel of switches and buttons, or at least the few of them that haven't migrated to the touchscreen menus.

Warranty coverage and roadside assistance for Taycan are pretty standard for the luxury class. But an onboard charger and 240-volt charge cord, assuming you have a simple matching socket installed, can save you from purchasing an entire home charging station. You'll also benefit from three years of charging at Electrify America stations, where your first 30 minutes of each visit are free (sufficient for charging to 80% battery capacity in the right conditions).

Wildcard

9.5/10

There was never any doubt the Taycan would be a performer, and even the base-model 4S offers plenty of thrills. Speed can be accessed anywhere, but that's expected of any luxury EV. Instead, the Taycan impresses with its composure and the sensation it delivers behind the wheel. It supplies what you'd want of any high-performance sedan when you press it, but the rest of the time it's simply an exceptionally comfortable car.

And EV or not, the Taycan is a great-looking vehicle. The shape is instantly familiar as a Porsche yet special at the same time. Porsche's first production EV aims to wow, and wow it does.

Which Taycan does Edmunds recommend?

We think the midlevel 4S provides the right mix of sportiness and comfort at a reasonable price, especially if you spring for the optional Performance Battery Plus package with a larger battery capacity.

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2023 Porsche Taycan models

Porsche sells the Taycan as a sedan and as a wagon that Porsche calls the Cross Turismo. There's also the Sport Turismo, which is essentially a Cross Turismo but with a lower ride height. From there you'll have to pick from a trim lineup of Base, 4S, GTS, Turbo and Turbo S. For the sedan, the base Taycan and 4S are equipped with a 79-kWh battery pack and can be optioned with a 93-kWh Performance Battery Plus upgrade that comes on other models. The base model has a single electric motor giving the Taycan rear-wheel drive, while all other trims have a second motor that enables all-wheel drive. All Cross Turismo and Sport Turismo models feature dual electric motors, all-wheel drive and the 93-kWh battery. Read more to get our breakdown of the Taycan's power and standard and optional features.

Base
The standard Taycan has a power output of 321 horsepower. With launch control, output climbs to 402 hp for short periods in overboost mode. The Performance Battery Plus option increases output to 375 hp (469 hp in overboost). Feature highlights include:

19-inch wheels
Adaptive suspension dampers (adjust to improve ride comfort and handling)
DC fast-charging capability (up to 270 kW)
Auto-dimming, heated mirrors
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power-adjustable front seats
Heated front seats
Wireless charging pad
Navigation system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (both with wireless connectivity)
Remote monitoring and control through a smartphone app
10-speaker audio system
16.8-inch curved instrument panel

The Taycan also comes with:

Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane keeping assist (steers the vehicle back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)

4S
The midgrade 4S adds dual electric motors for all-wheel drive. Output is 429 hp (522 hp in overboost mode). The Performance Battery Plus option increases output to 482 hp (562 hp in overboost mode). It includes all of the above plus:

Keyless entry
Adaptive headlights
Adaptive air suspension (can raise or lower the ride height of the vehicle)

GTS
The sport-focused GTS has the dual-motor setup plus the Performance Battery Plus. It produces 509 hp (590 hp with overboost) and 626 lb-ft of torque. Other enhancements include:

20-inch wheels
Upgraded brakes
Sport Chrono package

Sport steering wheel with customizable drive modes
Dash-mounted chronograph
Sport Plus drive modes

Rear-wheel torque vectoring (enhances acceleration and handling)
Sport-tuned adaptive air suspension
Restyled front and rear bumpers
Sport front seats with additional adjustments
GTS-specific black-painted wheels

Turbo
The Taycan Turbo cranks up the performance potential over the GTS with 616 hp (670 hp in overboost mode) and 616 lb-ft (626 lb-ft with overboost). It also has:

Heated rear seats
14-speaker Bose surround-sound system

Turbo S
The top-dog Turbo S kicks power output up to 616 hp (750 hp in overboost mode). It also adds:

Larger ceramic-composite brake rotors
Rear-wheel steering
Front sport seats with even more adjustments
Sport Chrono package

Some of the features from the GTS and Turbo trims are available on lower trims as options. Other notable options include:

Premium package

Panoramic glass roof
Ventilated power front seats with memory settings
Bose surround-sound system
Blind-spot monitoring
Lane change assist
Surround-view camera system

Technology package

Passenger infotainment display
Head-up display
Remote Park Assist (remotely park the vehicle from outside the vehicle)
Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Porsche and the car in front)

Night vision (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Four-zone automatic climate control
Center rear seat (increases passenger capacity to five)
Massaging front seats
Heated steering wheel
Passenger touchscreen
21-speaker Burmester premium audio
Increased charging capacities for quicker at-home and DC fast charging

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Software issues

Todd Engel, 05/07/2021

2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo 4dr Sedan AWD (electric 2AM)

Be wise!!! Make sure you speak with actual Taycan owners before you buy. This is the inaugural year and there’s been nothing but problems. My car has been in the service garage almost 1/2 of the time I’ve owned it. SOFTWARE issues is all I hear when I inquire as I continue to make my monthly payments without having my car. My brakes failed because of a software issue, my charger …

Worst software and car support

Scotty, 02/23/2021

2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S 4dr Sedan AWD (electric 2AM)

From day 1 the software on the car has failed to work properly. Porsche technicians and dealers are clueless regarding how to remedy the OTA, control module malfunctions. Porsche North America has very poor support. The car itself drives and handles great but the PCM and software features are a continuous problem. When the software and interface do not come close to the reliability …

main battery now needs replacement

Darren , 10/17/2021

2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo 4dr Sedan AWD (electric 2AM)

I’ve had my Taycan turbo for 12 months. Worse car ownership ever. Now needs main battery replacement. They can’t give me an ETA for delivery of the part. Continuous software issues, rattles, error messages. Porsche support awful. Continue to ship new cars knowing there are major faults. Check current owners many having similar issues

Great handling and interior; tech needs work

track dad, 09/14/2021

2021 Porsche Taycan 4dr Sedan (electric 2AM)

Climate change compelled me to sell my beloved e90 M3 and get a Taycan. I've been very happy with it in my first year, with several family roadtrips with young children in the rear view mirror. It's not a sports car, but the Taycan has fantastic handling, a stellar interior, and comfortably accommodates two car seats for a family of four. It's lovely to drive around the city and …

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2023 Taycan Highlights

Type:

Sedan

Trim:

Base

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$86,700
EV Tax Credits & Rebates	$4,225 Based on income
Engine Type	Electric
EPA Electric Range	200 miles
Cost to Drive	$76/month
Total Charging Time (240V)	9.5 hours
Seating	4 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	17.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles
EV Battery Warranty	8 years / 100,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Taycan models:

Warn and Brake Assist: Warns you of an impending front collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios.
Park Assist: Aids in tight parking situations, helping you judge the distance between your car and an obstacle.
Lane Change Assist: Alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot.

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2023 Porsche Taycan Review

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2023 Porsche Taycan Review

Pros

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What's new

Overview

2023 Porsche Taycan EV Insights

Estimated Range Based on Age

Charging

EV Battery Warranty

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

Cost to Drive

Am I Ready for an EV?

Edmunds Expert Rating

Performance

Comfort

Interior

Technology

Storage

Range and Efficiency

Value

Wildcard

Which Taycan does Edmunds recommend?

2023 Porsche Taycan models

Porsche Taycan Reviews

Owner Reviews

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Software issues

Worst software and car support

main battery now needs replacement

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