Strengths
- 800V architecture
- Turbo S overboost 939 bhp post-facelift
- Cross Turismo estate body
Weaknesses
- Heavy (2,300+ kg)
- Premium pricing
- Real-world range below WLTP
Notable tech
- J1 platform
- 800V architecture
- Up to 105 kWh Performance Battery Plus
- 270 kW DC fast charging (320 kW post-facelift)
- PSM rear-axle motor + front PSM (4WD)
- 2-speed transmission rear
- Saloon, Sport Turismo, Cross Turismo bodies
- 2024 facelift major refresh
Common issues
- Charge port
- PCM latency
- Battery cooling
- Tyre wear
Engine derivatives
UK trims and engines offered across J1's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
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Taycan RWD
BHP408
Torque345 Nm
0–605.4 s
Top143 mph
Range~318 mi
DriveRWD
Gearbox2-spd EV
Taycan 4S
BHP530
Torque650 Nm
0–604.0 s
Top155 mph
Range~289 mi
DriveAWD
Gearbox2-spd EV
Taycan GTS
BHP590
Torque850 Nm
0–603.7 s
Top155 mph
Range~313 mi
DriveAWD
Gearbox2-spd EV
Taycan Turbo
BHP671
Torque850 Nm
0–603.2 s
Top162 mph
Range~270 mi
DriveAWD
Gearbox2-spd EV
Taycan Turbo S
BHP750
Torque1,050 Nm
0–602.8 s
Top162 mph
Range~265 mi
DriveAWD
Gearbox2-spd EV
Taycan Turbo S (post-facelift)
BHP939
Torque1,110 Nm
0–602.4 s
Top162 mph
Range~389 mi
DriveAWD
Gearbox2-spd EV
Taycan Turbo GT
BHP1019
Torque1,340 Nm
0–602.2 s
Top190 mph
Range~342 mi
DriveAWD
Gearbox2-spd EV
Taycan Cross Turismo 4
BHP476
Torque500 Nm
0–605.1 s
Top137 mph
Range~285 mi
DriveAWD
Gearbox2-spd EV
Taycan Cross Turismo 4S
BHP562
Torque650 Nm
0–604.1 s
Top149 mph
Range~272 mi
DriveAWD
Gearbox2-spd EV
Taycan Cross Turismo Turbo
BHP671
Torque850 Nm
0–603.3 s
Top155 mph
Range~261 mi
DriveAWD
Gearbox2-spd EV