Porsche extends all-electric Taycan model range with new entry-level model with rear-wheel drive
Porsche has introduced the fourth variant of its first all-electric sports sedan. The new Taycan model lines up alongside the Taycan Turbo S, Taycan Turbo and Taycan 4S. It features rear-wheel drive and is available with two sizes of battery: with the standard Performance Battery, the new entry-level model delivers up to 300 kW (408 PS) in overboost mode with Launch Control; this increases to an output of up to 350 kW (476 PS) with the optional Performance Battery Plus. Nominal power is 240 kW (326 PS) or 280 kW (380 PS) respectively.
The Taycan includes the new features introduced in the other versions at the model year changeover. For example, the Plug & Charge function enables convenient charging and payments without the need for cards or an app; as soon as the charging cable is plugged in, the Taycan establishes encrypted communication with the Plug & Charge-compatible charging stat
Porsche first launched a rear-wheel drive version of the Taycan in China last June, and is now introducing the entry-level variant in more markets, including the United States and Europe. The base Taycan joins existing […]
The new, more affordable 2021 Porsche Taycan is finally here By Motoring Reporter - 20 January 2021 The new entry-level Porsche Taycan is rear-wheel drive only. Image: SUPPLIED
EV fans rejoice – the new entry-level Taycan is now available in Porsche dealerships. R359,000 less expensive than the current 4S model, the pragmatically named Taycan features rear-wheel drive and is available with two battery packs: a standard 79.2 kWh “Performance Battery” delivering up to 300kW in “overboost” mode with Launch Control, or an optional (R137,360) 93.4kWh “Performance Battery Plus” that amps output up to 350kW.
The former gives the Taycan a claimed maximum range of up to 431km, while the latter stretches this out to an even more respectable 484km. No matter which battery pack you choose to specify, both offer identical performance, with Porsche claiming a 0-100km/h sprint time of 5.4 seconds and top speed of 230km/h. Both batteries can be charged
Porsche launches 25th birthday model Limited-edition sports car pays homage to the 1993 Boxster concept 14 January 2021 - 05:03 Motor News Reporter Copper-like Neodyme is used as a contrasting colour on the wheels, front apron and side air intakes.
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The Boxster was a turning point for Porsche’s model strategy during the difficult economic times of the mid-1990s.
The German sports car firm has launched a special anniversary collectors’ model to celebrate the 25th birthday of its roadster family.
The limited-edition Boxster 25 Years will be restricted to 1,250 units worldwide and is based on the GTS 4.0 model, which is powered by a 4.0
A new limited edition Porsche 718 Boxster has been announced, celebrating 25 years of the sports car nameplate. The special model has been confirmed to arrive in Australia during the second quarter of 2021.
Can you believe it’s been 25 years since Porsche launched the Boxster? That certainly went quick. Although it’s now called the 718 Boxster, sharing a similar position in the showroom with the 718 Cayman, it retains its traditional open-top driver’s car philosophy.
For the 25 Years edition, Porsche has devised a unique package which pays tribute to some of the original design themes. For example, a traditional five-spoke alloy wheel pattern is used. These are coated in a modern interpretation of the popular Neodyme gold colour of the 1990s. That same colour is applied to the middle section of the front intake, and the side intakes behinds the doors.