ProsConsWhat’s new? The 2023 Porsche Taycan luxury car is an electrifying drive in more ways than one. Pricing starts at $86,700.
Although over-the-air updates and new model years can bring improvements in range — the distance traveled on a single full battery charge — the Taycan still can’t compete with the Tesla TSLA Model S, which can run for 400 miles. The Taycan’s best figure is 246 miles. These are the manufacturer’s suggested retail prices and do not include the $1,450 factory-to-dealer delivery fee . Here’s a side-by-side comparison of a few Taycan variants.
What’s new for 2023 A set of software updates brings an improved infotainment system. Spotify is now included, along with wireless Android Auto integration. The navigation system can now filter charging stations according to power output. The head-up display has also been revised.Ranges are up as well. Some are modest, just a handful of miles. Others are more substantial, like the GTS sedan going from 201 to 246 miles.
The base sedan has 321 horsepower going just to the rear wheels, or 402 horses when launch control is engaged. Electric cars are invariably entertaining when taking off from a standstill. Beyond that, it’s all up to the buyer’s tastes and funds. Appropriately for something that costs in excess of $85K, the Taycan’s interior is full of quality materials, assembled well into a smart design. Technology coexists with cosseting, as high-resolution displays share space with vegan-friendly simulated leather and simulated suede.
The Cross Turismo offers a choice of drivetrains, has SUV-like plastic cladding pieces on the sides, and has 5.8 inches of ground clearance. That’s still not enough for anything more challenging than a dirt road, but at least there’s a choice.
More ways than one? Sounds suggestive.