Porsche has introduced a new entry-level variant of the all-electric Taycan sports sedan. Simply called the Porsche Taycan, this new entry-level trim in now the forth variant in the Taycan lineup. The other three variants in the range are the Taycan Turbo S, Taycan Turbo and Taycan 4S. The new entry-level Porsche Taycan is available in rear-wheel drive only and comes with two battery sizes. The standard Performance Battery produces an output of up to 402hp in over-boost mode with Launch Control. Meanwhile, the optional Performance Battery Plus produces a power output of 469 hp.
The standard Performance Battery is a
single-deck unit that offers a capacity of 79.2 kWh. Meanwhile, the Performance
Battery Plus is a two-deck unit with a gross capacity of 93.4 kWh. These battery packs offer a WLTP
certified range of up to 431 kms and 484 kms, respectively. This new
entry-level Porsche Taycan comes fitted with just one permanently excited
synchronous motor that's mounted on the rear axle and has an active length of
130 mm. That is in fact identical to the one that comes fitted on the Taycan
4S. The powertrain comes mated to a 2-speed transmission.
In terms of design, the new Porsche Taycan
looks pretty identical to the existing variants of the Taycan. The low and wide
stance looks very appealing along with its highly contoured wings. The sporty
sloping roofline has been very well sculpted too and it looks particularly
attractive the way it flows down to the rear section. The front apron, side sills
and rear diffuser are all treated in black, similar to the Taycan 4S. LED
headlights are a standard affair and the 19-inch Taycan aero wheels with black
anodised brake callipers also look very attractive.
The Taycan remains pretty much unchanged
on the inside as well. The free-standing curved instrument cluster is really
the highlight of the dashboard. It also comes with a centrally positioned
10.9-inch infotainment display with an optional display for the front passenger
as well. The Taycan gets 14-way adjustable front seats with Memory Package. One
of the biggest highlights have to be the fact that the new Taycan is the first
Porsche to come with completely leather-free interior. The upholstery is made
from innovative recycled materials.