Porsche has announced a comprehensive update for its Taycan model range for the year 2024. Known for its blend of luxury, performance, and cutting-edge technology, the Taycan lineup is set to receive a significant boost in power, acceleration capabilities, and charging efficiency, alongside aesthetic enhancements that promise to elevate its appeal even further.
Power and Performance Enhancements
The 2024 Taycan, including both the sports sedan and the Cross Turismo variants, is gearing up to hit the Australian market by mid-year with an arsenal of upgrades across four powertrain options. This includes models equipped with both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive systems, ensuring a configuration to suit every taste and requirement.
Porsche has fine-tuned the acceleration prowess of the Taycan, with the base model hitting 100km/h in a brisk 4.8 seconds, while the Taycan Turbo S shatters expectations by achieving the same sprint in a mere 2.4 seconds. This remarkable acceleration is further bolstered by a new “push-to-pass” function available in the Sport Chrono package, offering a power boost of up to 70kW and enabling the Turbo S variant to unleash up to 700kW.
Suspension and Ride Comfort Innovations
The 2024 Taycan introduces adaptive air suspension as standard equipment, with the newly developed Porsche Active Ride suspension available as an option for all-wheel-drive models. This state-of-the-art suspension system promises an unparalleled balance between driving comfort and dynamic performance, ensuring the Taycan remains perfectly level and responsive under various driving conditions.
Charging and Efficiency
One of the most significant updates for the Taycan is its improved charging capability. The vehicle can now accommodate charging loads of up to 320kW, allowing for a rapid 10-80% battery recharge in approximately 18 minutes, depending on the DC fast charging station used. This leap in charging performance is complemented by enhancements in the powertrain, including a new rear-axle motor, optimized software, more potent batteries, and a next-generation heat pump, collectively contributing to increased efficiency and performance.
Design and Technology Upgrades
The Taycan’s visual appeal is heightened with new design elements, including updated headlights and tail lights, front wings, and distinctive Turbonite accents on the Turbo and Turbo S models. Inside, passengers will be greeted with an improved user interface across the instrument cluster, central display, and the optional passenger display. Integration of Apple CarPlay has been deepened, and an innovative in-car video function has been added, raising the bar for in-vehicle entertainment and connectivity.
What to Expect
With these updates, the 2024 Porsche Taycan is not just faster in terms of speed but also in how quickly it can adapt to the needs of the driver and the environment. The incorporation of aerodynamically optimized wheels and tyres that boast reduced rolling resistance, alongside a lighter overall weight despite an increase in standard equipment, demonstrates Porsche’s commitment to merging performance with sustainability.
As we anticipate the arrival of the updated Taycan range in Australia, it’s clear that Porsche continues to lead the charge in the evolution of electric sports cars. Combining breathtaking acceleration with advanced charging technology, enhanced comfort, and a suite of technological innovations, the 2024 Taycan is set to redefine expectations and deliver an electrifying driving experience.
Yup, it’s still an EV 😬
Heard that they beat some records in Nurburgring 👌