2025 Porsche Taycan

We’ve enjoyed plenty of electric cars, especially in the luxury bracket, where they’ve been both fast and refined. But the one that really sticks in our collective consciousness is the Taycan. It connects on several levels all at the same time. There’s the acceleration, sure. Then there’s the tactile element, the feeling of the steering and the brakes, and how the suspension feels going around a quick corner. When the roads call for a different approach, the Taycan can still be comfortable, while assisting and entertaining the driver with an array of up-to-the-minute tech features. There are some great electric cars, but only one drives like a Porsche. Our owner reviews agree.

The Taycan launched for the 2020 model year, so now’s the time for a mid-generation revamp. The looks are slightly different, but the less visible stuff has received more attention. Porsche improved aspects of the Taycan’s drivetrains from the motors to the batteries — enabling faster charging times, faster acceleration times, bigger power, and better ranges.

Standard equipment expands to include a heated steering wheel, ambient cabin lighting, Lane Change Assist, and various other items.

Three new variants also make their debuts. The first is an all-wheel-drive version of the base model, the Taycan 4. The other two are both GTS models with 690 horsepower, all-wheel drive, and the ability to accelerate from standstill to 60 mph in just 3.1 seconds. They come in the form of the regular sedan or as a Sport Turismo — a sleek wagon style.

The version with the best range — 318 miles — is the base rear-drive Taycan with the upgraded (105 kilowatt-hour) battery. We can recommend this, although we realize that people don’t buy a Taycan just for its range.

The Taycan sure drives like a Porsche should, but it does charge a premium for such impressive ability. For comparison, the BMW i5, Genesis Electrified G80, Tesla Model S, Mercedes-EQ EQE Sedan, and Lucid Air all have lower starting prices. The Audi S e-tron GT is based on the same platform as the Taycan and is similarly impressive and pricey.

Before buying a new Taycan luxury electric car, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should be paying. Taycan resale values are comfortably above the class average. Recouping more money when selling a vehicle can mean a bigger down payment and lower monthly payments on the next one.

The Taycan comes into 2025 with updated drivetrains. The basic setup is one electric motor driving the rear wheels. It makes 402 horsepower, or a brief 429 with launch control. This year, it’s 0.6 of a second faster in the sprint from standstill to 60 mph, doing the dash in just 4.5 seconds and putting it into closer contention with one of the quicker rivals, the Genesis Electrified G80 (at 4.1 seconds).

At the other end of this already speedy spectrum is the Turbo S (not that there’s actually a turbocharger under the hood — consider it Porsche’s way of saying “hot”) which now makes a massive 938 horsepower in launch mode and will hit 60 mph in a mind-bending 2.4 seconds. That makes it the fastest and most powerful production Porsche to date.

Versions of the Taycan with the Sport Chrono package and the Performance Battery Plus now have an overtaking button on the steering wheel, for whenever that extra boost is required.

As with other Porsches, speed is just one aspect of the overall heightened driving experience. There’s also the crispness of response, agility, and control. We’ve found the Taycan to have these typical Porsche qualities. Just that it doesn’t use gasoline. An adaptive air suspension becomes standard in every 2025 Taycan, so it can also provide a cushioned ride whenever the conditions or the whim dictates. Or there’s the optional Porsche Active Ride suspension available with all-wheel-drive variants. It smooths out bumps as if they didn’t exist, and will keep the attitude of the car completely (and uncannily) level through corners, and under acceleration and braking.

In its usual form, the 2025 Taycan luxury electric car has well-bolstered, supportive-yet-comfortable seats for four adults. It will take 6-footers in both rows — any taller types will want to sit up front. A little center rear seat is available as an option.

Appropriately for a German luxury car, the Taycan’s interior is full of quality materials, assembled well into a smart design. Technology coexists with cosseting, as high-resolution displays can share space with vegan-friendly simulated leather and simulated suede. Plus the option of seat belts and contrasting stitching all in silver.

There’s a decent amount of room in the sedan’s trunk: 14.3 cubic feet, more than the Mercedes-EQ EQE sedan, less than the BMW i5. The Cross Turismo version has another few cubic feet behind the rear seats, plus a maximum cargo area of more than 40 cubic feet when both rear seats are folded down. And all Taycans have an additional 2.9 cubic feet of stowage under the hood.

Size-wise, the Taycan sedan is the same length as the Mercedes-EQ EQE sedan and about three inches shorter than the BMW i5. It’s also noticeably lower than both of those rivals. To our eyes, the Taycan definitely has that special Porsche look that manages to evoke the famed 911 sports car while still being a 4-door car.

Alternatively, buyers may choose the Cross Turismo variant with a wagon-ish treatment to the tail end. The Cross Turismo offers a choice of drivetrains, has SUV-like plastic cladding on the sides, and 5.8 inches of ground clearance. That’s still not a lot for the road less graveled, but at least there’s a choice.

Just when we thought the Sport Turismo (the wagon without any extra ground clearance) was consigned to history, it comes roaring back as a GTS model exclusively.

This year, Porsche has tweaked the styling with new matrix-design LED headlights and LED taillights, sleeker front fenders, and new aerodynamic wheel designs. The company placed charging ports on both sides, which is extra convenient. It also offers a broad palette of colors, including the option of matching paint to a customer-supplied sample.

Wireless phone integration
Cable-free Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across the 2025 Taycan lineup. This year, Apple CarPlay goes even deeper into the car’s systems. There’s also a cooled wireless charging pad to help prevent phones from getting too hot. And a new In-Car Video feature allows streaming in the center and front passenger screens.

Porsche Intelligent Range Manager
A new standard feature in the 2025 Taycan, this will calculate the most energy-efficient route, taking into account factors like real-time traffic and any charging requirements along the way.

Remote Park Assist
By using a phone app, drivers can control their Taycan with this optional feature, slotting it into (or out of) parallel or perpendicular parking spaces while standing outside.

InnoDrive
Otherwise known as Porsche’s adaptive cruise control. It’s linked to the navigation system, taking topography and curves into account, as well as sensing traffic around the vehicle, and keeping the car in its lane. This is optional in the 2025 Taycan.

Variable Light Control
Available with the panoramic glass roof, it can darken or lighten the glass electronically.

Plug & Charge
Plug & Charge means that as you connect to a charger, the system recognizes your Taycan and uses the credit card information on file for a simple and streamlined process.

Lighter batteries, better thermal management, more capacity, and the ability to charge at higher currents are some of the changes to the 2025 Taycan. Ranges have improved as a result, going from 252 miles to 318, depending on the variant. Last year’s span was 206 to 248 miles. Most Taycan owners find Porsche’s mileage estimates to be totally achievable — even over-conservative on occasion.

For comparison, the BMW i5 eDrive40 is rated for 295 miles, the Mercedes-EQ EQE sedan for 308 miles, and the Audi e-tron GT has a maximum of 238 miles. The more impressive contenders (in terms of range) are the Tesla Model S at 405 miles, and the Lucid Air Pure (the least expensive variant) which can run for 410 miles.

Porsche says charging a Taycan battery from 10% capacity to 80% at the highest setting takes 18 minutes. That shaves off a couple of minutes from last year, although the Taycan was already one of the faster-charging electric cars. Using a home charger with a 240-volt supply, a full recharge takes about 9.5 hours, which is fine for an overnighter.

4-Year/50,000-Mile Warranty

Porsche’s new-vehicle warranty lasts four years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This includes 24-hour roadside assistance. The battery is covered for eight years or 100,000 miles. These arrangements are typical among European luxury vehicles.

Safety Ratings

The Taycan has not been crash-tested by any agencies in the United States, but an independent European test program (Euro NCAP) gave the car a maximum overall score of five stars.