Taycan [Official] Porsche Taycan

[AndreB]

Although Taycan has some drawbacks (weight and it also needs a bigger battery of app 100 kWh) it's still IMO the best car in the world. Great choice and looking forward to your comments especially in regard to EV vs Hybrid polemic.

Taycan is the most desirable EV.

I hope that facelift will come with bigger battery/range and better trimmed inside (less plastic) to make it look more luxurious, I don't want to fell that I downgraded coming from the Panamera.

@Big Sam great spec, happy miles!

 

[Wunderkind]

Taycan is the most desirable EV.

I hope that facelift will come with bigger battery/range and better trimmed inside (less plastic) to make it look more luxurious, I don't want to fell that I downgraded coming from the Panamera.

@Big Sam great spec, happy miles!

When's the facelift coming? The Taycan hasn't been around for that long.

 

[Deleted member 57437]

Taycan is the most desirable EV.

I agree. It may not be the best EV in several aspects, but it is certainly immensely desirable. The popularity of the car speaks volumes.

 

[Carnut]

I ordered my last week. A 4S, cherry red with chalk grey interior. Expected to be delivered in september/october.

 

[Deleted member 57437]

I ordered my last week. A 4S, cherry red with chalk grey interior. Expected to be delivered in september/october.

Superb choice, Sir.

 

[Deleted member 57437]

BRABUS and the Taycan having an offspring !

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That seems a previously unlikely "marriage". But hey, the prospects of it working appear favourable.

 

[TopspeedPT]

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[Carnut]

I ordered my last week. A 4S, cherry red with chalk grey interior. Expected to be delivered in september/october.

I ordered a 4S, cherry red with truffle brown interior.

 

[Big Sam]

My RWD Taycan Saloon is still on schedule to be built in the first week of September, but I think I'm going to love it so much that I've already placed an order for a GTS Sport Turismo. In the UK the waiting list is two-years-long, but I managed to get a slot for a build in June next year from a dealer in the Netherlands.

I have a spec in mind, but I have until April next year to finalise it, so I won't post it yet.

@Mr. Mercedes, if I remember correctly, you have a GTS ST with Neptune Blue and the crayon/chalk stitching?

 

[CrunchSlaughtered]

I've already placed an order for a GTS Sport Turismo. In the UK the waiting list is two-years-long, but I managed to get a slot for a build in June next year from a dealer in the Netherlands.

Will it be LHD?

 

[Big Sam]

Will it be LHD?

Yes, both Taycans will be LHD and registered in the Netherlands.

I'm watching lots of videos on YouTube at the moment of the GTS, and it does seem to be one epic car.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

My RWD Taycan Saloon is still on schedule to be built in the first week of September, but I think I'm going to love it so much that I've already placed an order for a GTS Sport Turismo. In the UK the waiting list is two-years-long, but I managed to get a slot for a build in June next year from a dealer in the Netherlands.

I have a spec in mind, but I have until April next year to finalise it, so I won't post it yet.

@Mr. Mercedes, if I remember correctly, you have a GTS ST with Neptune Blue and the crayon/chalk stitching?

Hey Betty.

I had a Crayon 4S CT with extended black leather and Neodym trim first and now I have a Neptune Blue Sedan with the Crayon GTS interior package (racetex with Crayon stitching, seatbelts, sports chrono clock).

I still think I prefer Crayon overall, but Neptune is quite stunning in the right lighting and people seem quite obsessed with it.

BTW we don't get a GTS ST in the Australian market, sedan only. I prefer the sedan shape though, so it's not issue for me.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

 

[Big Sam]

Hey @Mr. Mercedes, thanks for posting the pics. Neptune Blue is a really eyecatching colour, and I almost went with it when I ordered my RWD, but I wasn't sure it would go with the Blackberry interior (I think it would, but I wasn't going to take that gamble). It's definitely on my shortlist for the GTS (along with Mamba Green, Carmine Red, and Ice Grey). At the moment, Mamba Green is in the lead after seeing it on a GTS saloon earlier this week (photo below). It doesn't photograph accurately, but it looks amazing IRL.

I was concerned that Neptune would clash with the red brake callipers on the GTS, but your photo shows that it works.

As for the interior, I'm definitely going for the Race-Tex, as that is "GTS". The thing that is giving me a real dilemma is whether to go for the GTS interior package. It is the most ridiculously priced option available IMHO, but I know I will regret not getting it, as the interior needs the contrast to brighten it up. I think with Mamba and Neptune I would go with the Chalk interior, and with Carmine and Ice Grey, I would go for the Carmine interior package. I really love the red seat belts, and they would match the red brake callipers of the GTS, but I think on Mamba it would be too much red.

Did you consider the Carmine interior package for your Neptune GTS?

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[Sunny]

Did you consider the Carmine interior package for your Neptune GTS?

Not sure about pricing in Europe. But in US, the GTS package is a rip off.

What you get here with GTS package for $5300 -

But in the GTS, you get the stuff under "Black Race Tex" and "Black Leather" for free anyway -

And I don't care about carbon bits and you can get it anyway separately for way less. So you are paying 5k for red stitching, which I admit can look stunning, but not sure 5k stunning. I would rather put the 5k towards PCCB. Of course all this is par for the course for Porsche.


ps. Congrats. I think the GTS ST is the most stunning rear quarter ever to grace a 4 door. Color me very jealous.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

Hey @Mr. Mercedes, thanks for posting the pics. Neptune Blue is a really eyecatching colour, and I almost went with it when I ordered my RWD, but I wasn't sure it would go with the Blackberry interior (I think it would, but I wasn't going to take that gamble). It's definitely on my shortlist for the GTS (along with Mamba Green, Carmine Red, and Ice Grey). At the moment, Mamba Green is in the lead after seeing it on a GTS saloon earlier this week (photo below). It doesn't photograph accurately, but it looks amazing IRL.

I was concerned that Neptune would clash with the red brake callipers on the GTS, but your photo shows that it works.

As for the interior, I'm definitely going for the Race-Tex, as that is "GTS". The thing that is giving me a real dilemma is whether to go for the GTS interior package. It is the most ridiculously priced option available IMHO, but I know I will regret not getting it, as the interior needs the contrast to brighten it up. I think with Mamba and Neptune I would go with the Chalk interior, and with Carmine and Ice Grey, I would go for the Carmine interior package. I really love the red seat belts, and they would match the red brake callipers of the GTS, but I think on Mamba it would be too much red.

Did you consider the Carmine interior package for your Neptune GTS?

There's some photos on Taycanforum of a Neptune Blue car with a blackberry interior. It really does seem to work! I almost ordered a blackberry interior on my Crayon CT, but was too scared to do so without seeing it in person. Unfortunately as our market is so small we don't really get much opportunity to see unusual colours.

I didn't specify the Neptune Blue car. It was a car that the dealership was allocated by Porsche Germany as part of the launch vehicles. That said, it was very close to what I would have ordered bar a few small bits and pieces and the colour lol.

I would not have considered the the Carmine red interior package. Too 'Superman' with the Neptune Blue exterior IMO, and I think red highlights have been overplayed by most manufacturers in the last 5-7 years, so the Crayon stitching was a nice change. I really do think you will regret not paying the premium for the interior package. I find the standard Racetex interior too sombre without the highlights. Also, not having leather on the dash and doors was just not a consideration for me as I think they add significantly to the 'premium' perception.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

Here's some images I had saved when I was doing my due diligence.

I think a full Bramble/Blackberry interior, without the slate grey leather, would have looked fantastic on a Crayon car.

 

[Big Sam]

Not sure about pricing in Europe. But in US, the GTS package is a rip off.

What you get here with GTS package for $5300 -

But in the GTS, you get the stuff under "Black Race Tex" and "Black Leather" for free anyway -

And I don't care about carbon bits and you can get it anyway separately for way less. So you are paying 5k for red stitching, which I admit can look stunning, but not sure 5k stunning. I would rather put the 5k towards PCCB. Of course all this is par for the course for Porsche.


ps. Congrats. I think the GTS ST is the most stunning rear quarter ever to grace a 4 door. Color me very jealous.

Hi Sunny. I completely agree about it being a rip-off. The carbon bits on the door inserts and the centre console "tunnel" you can barely see, and you still get "GTS" emroidered on the head rest in the standard package too, just not in colour.

However, I need to provide you with the "man maths" (or man "math", as you're American )...

In Euro, the cost of the GTS interior package is €3,948 (after the 6% discount I've achieved), which makes it $4,052 at current exchange rates. Already I think I've put up a convincing argument. However, if you spec the coloured seat belts separately, which is what I would have to go for if I didn't spec the interior package, it would be €484 (after the 6% discount), so in fact the price difference is €3,464 "extra" for the interior package. The carbon element you DO see is on the steering wheel, and I think it looks stunning, especially with the inclusion of "GTS" at the bottom, which you don't get on the standard interior. The price IS a lot, but as a percentage of the total cost of the car, it's insignificant. Crucially, once the car has been delivered, I will forget about the extra money the GTS interior package cost. The other way round and not specifying it, I will be reminded every time I get in the car that it doesn't look quite as good as it should, and it definitely need "something" inside to brighten it up. I think Porsche know exactly what they're doing. You can't even specify body coloured interior trim of you go for the standard Race-Tex or the GTS package, which would solve the dour interior dilemma.

I agree about the looks. The Sport Turismo looks superb, but then I also like the sedan. I'm not sure which I prefer, but I went for the ST for two reasons. One, so I can have a change. And two, there's something cool about a fast estate, like the M3 Touring or RS 6. This is no exception. The added practicality with two children is a bonus.

I do remember you posting that you liked Carmine Red. I don't even know if it was the Taycan you were talking about.

Do you have any experience of rear axle steering (RAS), on any car? I have a bit and I find it odd. I'm thinking of specifying on the GTS because a lot of people rave about it?

What about you, @Mr. Mercedes ? Do you have RAS?

There's some photos on Taycanforum of a Neptune Blue car with a blackberry interior. It really does seem to work! I almost ordered a blackberry interior on my Crayon CT, but was too scared to do so without seeing it in person. Unfortunately as our market is so small we don't really get much opportunity to see unusual colours.

I didn't specify the Neptune Blue car. It was a car that the dealership was allocated by Porsche Germany as part of the launch vehicles. That said, it was very close to what I would have ordered bar a few small bits and pieces and the colour lol.

I would not have considered the the Carmine red interior package. Too 'Superman' with the Neptune Blue exterior IMO, and I think red highlights have been overplayed by most manufacturers in the last 5-7 years, so the Crayon stitching was a nice change. I really do think you will regret not paying the premium for the interior package. I find the standard Racetex interior too sombre without the highlights. Also, not having leather on the dash and doors was just not a consideration for me as I think they add significantly to the 'premium' perception.

You don't even see Blackberry often in Europe. I've only seen it once and had to make a specific trip to Antwerp to see it. In reality it's much darker. I loved it and can't wait to see it on my Dolomite RWD.

I agree about not having leather on the dash and doors, but you get that as standard. You don't have to order the GTS interior package for it. The option only really includes the coloured stitching, carbon elements, coloured seat belts, and the coloured dial on the Sport Chrono clock.

Overnight I've been thinking I might go with the Carmine Interior package rather than chalk. What do you think? I think it would work because the red matches the brake callipers. Also, red and green are complementary colours according to the "colour wheel". It's a myth that they're not. I would appreciate your opinion, however.

Here's some images I had saved when I was doing my due diligence.

I think a full Bramble/Blackberry interior, without the slate grey leather, would have looked fantastic on a Crayon car.

Thanks for the photos. Nice to see how the dark brushed kickplates look with the blackberry.

 

[Sunny]

I do remember you posting that you liked Carmine Red. I don't even know if it was the Taycan you were talking about.

Love Carmine red. I think it is the best color Porsche offers without going PTS. But it is a tricky color, on most days it can look too dull/drab. But on a bright day or under indoor lights it is mezmiring (to me). I used to spend hours just polishing it. lol

Do you have any experience of rear axle steering (RAS), on any car? I have a bit and I find it odd. I'm thinking of specifying on the GTS because a lot of people rave about it?

Experienced it on the GT3 RS (was standard). On a sports car for fun and not setting lap times, I would probably skip RAS, I think it makes the car a bit too capable/unnatural and little less involving - just my take with no real scientific basis. But on a Taycan given the weight and nature, I would most probably get it. If not anything, it should reduce the turning radius around town.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

Get this Betty. PTS Girgio Telesto!

It's stunning!