Glad to be done with Porsche and Taycan

[Archimedes]

Where did Porsche ever say the Taycan’s range was 320 miles?

 

[DerekS]

Where did Porsche ever say the Taycan’s range was 320 miles?

320 Kilometers maybe?

 

[tigerbalm]

320 Kilometers maybe?

When I picked up my car in early 2021 – the official EU range was 333 km – though getting 390km - 410km soon became trivial.

 

[senior]

This is a concern for customers considering buying a Porsche, I have GTS Sport Turismo on order I have decided to cancel the car. I have an Audi E-tron GT on order Delivery March 2023 Porsche was 2024. Okay maybe some issues with Audi but I have saved 40k. Porsche are in trouble they lack software expertise.

 

[senior]

320 Kilometers maybe?

New update said 308-315miles

 

[Archimedes]

New update said 308-315miles

Nowhere does Porsche claim that. Best EPA rating is 246 miles. Best AMCI claim is 275.

 

[Mr.Smith]

320 Kilometers maybe?

With the Mission E Porsche claimed over 300miles

 

[FrozenBerries]

I would say I expected service to be better for an expensive car, but I also have no real faith in dealers.
That said, it seems like dealing with Porsche directly is actually worse than dealing with dealers from what I’ve read here.

of course I realize there’s sampling bias on the forum, and like someone else said, the main thing is- I don’t really know what a better alternative is right now:

• Cancelled my lucid order due to the amount of people having their cars have terrible failures even at low production #s (plus all the bro-y shilling that makes it hard to get a good read on actual experiences unbiased by stock ownership)
• The EQS is fugly, and I’ve had bad experiences in my family’s Benz’s after a few years
• No Teslas for a variety of reasons
• Polestars seem fairly solid actually, but I wish I liked their styling more. Also way different class of cars
• Someone mentioned the I-pace here. Maybe I should look into it further, though I anecdotally got stranded on the left lane of a busy highway in a friends jaguar once so I have bad brand association
• I guess like someone mentioned, all cars can suck

 

[Jhenson29]

With the Mission E Porsche claimed over 300miles

Maybe OP should have bought a Mission E then. ?‍

 

[Mr.Smith]

There is a Porsche brand tax that placed on their cars and you have to suspend the concept of "value".
The Taycan is the best EV out there, but you have to pay that tax.

You can't compare feature to feature with other OEMs.
On a spreadsheet a Model S and the Lucid are far superior and cheaper.
Once you drive them, the clear winner is the Taycan

 

[Archimedes]

With the Mission E Porsche claimed over 300miles

You’re talking about the concept car? That’s irrelevant.

 

[Archimedes]

Double post.

 

[vmporsche]

I would say I expected service to be better for an expensive car, but I also have no real faith in dealers.
That said, it seems like dealing with Porsche directly is actually worse than dealing with dealers from what I’ve read here.

of course I realize there’s sampling bias on the forum, and like someone else said, the main thing is- I don’t really know what a better alternative is right now:

• Cancelled my lucid order due to the amount of people having their cars have terrible failures even at low production #s (plus all the bro-y shilling that makes it hard to get a good read on actual experiences unbiased by stock ownership)
• The EQS is fugly, and I’ve had bad experiences in my family’s Benz’s after a few years
• No Teslas for a variety of reasons
• Polestars seem fairly solid actually, but I wish I liked their styling more. Also way different class of cars
• Someone mentioned the I-pace here. Maybe I should look into it further, though I anecdotally got stranded on the left lane of a busy highway in a friends jaguar once so I have bad brand association
• I guess like someone mentioned, all cars can suck

The Taycan 4S (2021) is my fourth new Porsche over the last 12 years (two Caymans, a Macan); I've never had anywhere near the number of issues as with this car. I am also searching for something to replace it, but I am struggling to find a good EV replacement. I think the EQE or EQE SUV is a decent choice; the looks aren't great, and charging (on road trips) will be slower, but I think it might be worth trying. The problem with that one is that there is a wait (some say 1+ years) for the Hyperscreen. I might check out the BMW.

 

[Replika]

I would say I expected service to be better for an expensive car, but I also have no real faith in dealers.
That said, it seems like dealing with Porsche directly is actually worse than dealing with dealers from what I’ve read here.

of course I realize there’s sampling bias on the forum, and like someone else said, the main thing is- I don’t really know what a better alternative is right now:

• Cancelled my lucid order due to the amount of people having their cars have terrible failures even at low production #s (plus all the bro-y shilling that makes it hard to get a good read on actual experiences unbiased by stock ownership)
• The EQS is fugly, and I’ve had bad experiences in my family’s Benz’s after a few years
• No Teslas for a variety of reasons
• Polestars seem fairly solid actually, but I wish I liked their styling more. Also way different class of cars
• Someone mentioned the I-pace here. Maybe I should look into it further, though I anecdotally got stranded on the left lane of a busy highway in a friends jaguar once so I have bad brand association
• I guess like someone mentioned, all cars can suck

EQS is ugly (not as bad in person), but as a long time EV owner I believe it’s the best option among premium and luxury EVs. Hands down the best ride, NVH on par with a RR, and arguably the best software too. Range is among the longest available. Lastly the trip planner is up there with Tesla. Reviewers that really know EVs inside and out seem to be echoing this.

I would go EQS + a sports car rather than a sports sedan. That combination could easily be had for the price of many Taycans, Lucids, and Model S cars.

Can’t agree more with your last statement.

 

[Replika]

The Taycan 4S (2021) is my fourth new Porsche over the last 12 years (two Caymans, a Macan); I've never had anywhere near the number of issues as with this car. I am also searching for something to replace it, but I am struggling to find a good EV replacement. I think the EQE or EQE SUV is a decent choice; the looks aren't great, and charging (on road trips) will be slower, but I think it might be worth trying. The problem with that one is that there is a wait (some say 1+ years) for the Hyperscreen. I might check out the BMW.

I’m seeing 400 miles range at 70 mph and 31 minute 10-80% charge (inside EVs) for the EQS and 305 miles, 21 minute 10-80% for the Taycan.