Porsche on Monday unveiled a new, entry-level version of its
Taycan battery-electric sedan.
Right now it's only been confirmed for the Chinese market
but availability in the United States is under consideration.
The base Taycan features a single electric motor mated to a
2-speed transmission at the rear axle, with output dependent on what battery
option is selected.
With the standard 79.2-kilowatt-hour Performance Battery,
the motor delivers a peak 402 horsepower. Opt for the 93.4-kwh Performance
Battery Plus and peak output rises to 469 hp. Both figures are achieved when
using launch control. Nominal outputs are 322 and 375 hp, respectively.
With either battery option, the base Taycan should deliver
0-62 mph acceleration in 5.4 seconds and a top speed of 143 mph.
Standard features include steel suspension springs with
adjustable dampers, 19-inch wheels, and LED headlights. Air suspension, a color
head-up display, and larger wheels are all available.
No EPA range estimates were given, but a dual-motor,
all-wheel-drive Taycan 4S with the 93.4-kwh is rated at 203 miles by
the EPA (the Taycan 4S with the 79.2-kwh battery doesn't have an EPA-estimated
range yet). The base Taycan with the same battery and more efficient powertrain
could potentially deliver a better range.
In our experiences with the Taycan, we've found the EPA's
range estimates are fair and accurate. What isn't noted by the EPA is that the
Taycan's range seems to be consistent regardless of weather or how fast one is
going. In other electric vehicles we've seen range vary by up to 30% depending
on the weather or driving conditions, which is a distinct difference from the
Taycan.
There's also been no mention of pricing, but if the base
Taycan ends up in local showrooms we'd expect it to undercut the current
entry-level model here, the Taycan 4S with the 79.2-kwh battery, which starts
from $105,150. We could potentially be looking at a price tag below $100,000.
Porsche has more in store for its Taycan family. Still in
the works is a wagon body style that Porsche
calls the Taycan Cross Turismo. It's due for a reveal later this year.
source: https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1127905_base-porsche-taycan-with-rear-wheel-drive-revealed
by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
http://www.boscheuropean.com
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