New Taikan performance improved in all areas

Our family owns a previous generation Taikan 4S Cross Turismo.
We had the opportunity to test drive the new Taikan after the model change, and would like to take a closer look at its evolution.

The new Taikan has improved performance in almost every area. The motor has more power, longer following distance, and faster acceleration.
In addition, charging speeds have been improved, and the stability and hardware aspects have also evolved.

Exterior color is Oak Green Metallic Neo.

In particular, acceleration is much improved in all grades, while the Sport Chrono package for models 4S and above includes a new push-to-pass function that allows the driver to use up to 70 kW of boost for 10 seconds at the push of a button,Cruising range improved by more than 35%!The company is doing so.

The cars we actually test drove wereBattery capacity was about 801 TP3T and range was over 410 km........ Although our Taikan 4S is at a disadvantage because of its large 21-inch tires, it can travel less than 400 km on a full charge, so this is quite an evolution. The new model's Performance Battery Plus has increased its charging capacity from 93 kWh to 105 kWh, and its efficiency has also been improved.

20-inch off-road design wheels

The suspension has also been improved, with PASM spring suspension, previously standard on the base model,Adaptive air suspension is standard on all modelsThe new system is the first of its kind in the world. In addition, a Porsche Active Ride Suspension option can be added as an option.

This is supposed to keep the body level during braking, handling, and acceleration, and absorb bumps almost completely. It is regrettable that this feature was not installed in the car we test-drove this time, but it is one of the options that I personally would like to have if I were to buy a new Taikan. This option, which costs about 1,200,000 yen, is also excellent in terms of convenience, as it instantly raises the ride height when entering the vehicle.

Exterior and interior changes

Looking at the exterior, it looks almost the same as its predecessor from the side and from behind.

Even as a Taikan owner, I can hardly tell the difference. However, the front headlight area has changed, with the non-turbo models having separate headlights and vertical slits. This gives the car a slightly sleeker look, similar to the Tesla.

The headlights and vertical air intake cutouts have been separated on the new model.

Incidentally, the turbo and above models look a bit more like their predecessors because the headlights are connected to the vertical cutouts, just like their predecessors.Those who prefer a powerful face should choose turbo or above.Id.

The interior design is almost the same, with only a subtle difference in the design of the Sport Chrono Package clock. Hardware-wise, they are the same, but some of the meters have been redesigned, with an icon representing the battery on the left side of the meter, making it easier to check the remaining battery level and cruising range.
A new feature has also been added that allows the user to change the sports mode and sports plus mode to their own settings and store them in memory, which I thought was useful.

Actual driving feel and power of the new Taikan

When actually driven, the new model is the base model Taikan 4 Cross Turismo without the S, but the low-speed torque feel is clearly higher than the base model of the previous generation.

The low-speed torque when accelerating was very good, and the power felt almost the same as that of our 4S.

It is powerful and very easy to drive, even at low speeds in town. The suspension is also very smooth, although I think this is partly due to the fact that the test car had 20-inch tires,Ride quality is light and high qualityis an appropriate word. The ride is comfortable despite its core. The finish is typical of Porsche.
At high speeds, there is not much difference from the previous generation, but at low speeds, the quality is clearly better.

The sense of power, as mentioned earlier, is clearly increased compared to the base model of the previous generation.
It is fast enough, and while it is not "clearly faster" like the 4S, it is generally a faster car. Acceleration at high speeds is naturally better in the 4S, though,Even the base model does not feel slow, and overtaking and other tasks can be handled without stress at all.This would be one of the major changes in the new model. This alone would make the new Taikan well worth the choice.

The Taikan is definitely a recommended Porsche.

I think the Taikan is a really great car. I think so without flattery.
One wonders why these don't sell better.

If you have an outlet in your parking lot at home or can pull an outlet, you should buy a Taikan if it is not a 911, Boxster, or Cayman.

Definitely recommend.

Pulling the plug, too,A regular 200V can be installed for tens of thousands of yen........ Especially if you drive a sports car such as a 911, Cayman, or Boxster yourself and have a Panamera or Cayenne for your family or wife, you should definitely choose the Taikan this time.
probablyI think the less interested the wife is in cars, the more she will like the Taikan.By the way, my wife said, "I can't go back to Panamera. I can't think of anything else but the Taikan.

Normally, it is not uncommon for people to drive 400-500 km every day.
In most cases, the wife will probably only drive 10 or 20 km a day, such as for neighborhood shopping or to and from school. If that is the caseJust go home and plug it in, and the battery will recover within a few hours, at least for a day's worth of running.So you can keep running every day without worrying about refueling. It's just like charging your phone.

Also, because it is an electric vehicle, there is no need to heat up the engine, and the car will not be damaged even if it is driven a bit.
And when waiting for children, they can stay in the car comfortably with the air conditioning on. Another advantage of electric vehicles is that they do not emit exhaust gases because there is no engine, so you can spend a comfortable time in the car.

Cross Turismo has this rear dossier, like a 911 Carrera 4S.

In terms of driving, needless to say, the Taikan is also very precise in its steering, as if it were threading a needle.

This is a unique Porsche trick, and despite the lack of artificial handling quickness, it is precise and tireless, as the car moves exactly as you expect it to. Despite the huge body, acceleration is unrestrained, and unlike an engine car, there is no gear shifting at low speeds, so the 435 horsepower can be enjoyed seamlessly at stoplights or in traffic. This includesNo matter how good the V8 engine is, it cannot match the torque and smoothness of the motor.
There is no need to wait for the engine to rev up as in an engine car, and you can enjoy its power in an instant.It's 435 horsepower that can be tasted and used in everyday life. That's why it's fun.

Brakes well, quiet, stable, agile, turning, precise, and stress-free.

I can assure you that the Taikan is a really good car.
First of all, this is a car that you will never buy and say, "The performance is not good enough," so I would urge you to consider purchasing it with confidence.

This is a car that should be appreciated more. The TYCOAN is the kind of Porsche that should be sold with the forceful attitude of "We only sell to people who have bought a 911.