from beforeX (formerly Twitter)and ... andlive transmissionThe Porsche that I had ordered, which I had publicly announced in the "Mere Old Man", was finally delivered to me.
In this report, we present its delivery report and first impressions.

What is this Porsche?Porsche Taikan Turbo GT with Weissach PackageIt is.

What is Porsche Taikan Turbo GT Weissach Package?

The Taikan is Porsche's first electric car, a four-door coupe with sports car-like performance.
The grade that reigns supreme among these taikans is this one.Taikan Turbo GT with Weissach PackageIt is.

Various grades of Taikan exist, and in Japan, the Taikan series has a lineup of eight different types.

The base grade is the Taikan, followed by the Taikan 4, Taikan 4S, Taikan GTS, Taikan Turbo, Taikan Turbo S, and the top of the line is the Taikan Turbo GT, and this time I purchased this car with more equipment for the circuit.

According to Kevin Geek, head of development at TaikanThis is the limit for a roadworthy Taikan."He also emphasized that "this car is a dual-purpose vehicle that can be driven anywhere, but also on the track. The car is a dual-purpose car that can be driven anywhere and on the track at the same time," he emphasized.super tycoon (category 5 SSHS)It is.

Astonishing specs of the Taikan Turbo GT Weissach Package

The specifications of the Taikan Turbo GT Weissach Package are truly astounding.

0-100km/h acceleration in only 2.2 secondsIt can accelerate from 0-200 km/h in 6.4 seconds, and in a test by an overseas automobile magazine, it recorded 0-60 mph (approx. 96 km/h) acceleration in the 1.9 second range, which is nearly sub-2 seconds.
Since Porsche's published data tends to dare to describe modest figures in its catalogs, the actual acceleration can be said to be even faster.

Power,789 hp in normal modeAt launch control overboost, 1034 hp,In addition, the instantaneous 1108 hp.Power up to

In addition, the inverter that controls the electric motor can handle up to 900 amps in the Turbo GT, compared to 600 amps in the Taikan Turbo S. More electric energy is supplied to the motor.
In addition, theThe Taikan series is equipped with a two-stage transmission despite being an electric vehicle.The transmission is strengthened to match the high input torque of the Turbo GT. This transmission has also been strengthened in the Turbo GT to match the larger input torque.
Gear ratios are also adjusted,Maximum speed is 305 km/hThe speed reaches up to 300 km/h. It is rare for an electric car to exceed 300 km/h, and most are around 250 km/h. The outstanding performance of the Turbo GT is also evident here.

Front and rear spoilers are also specially designed to improve aerodynamics. Lightweight ceramic brake PCCBs are also fitted, with calipers normally yellow or black, but in the Turbo GT they are a special color, Victory Gold.

Thorough weight reduction of the Weissach package

The Weissach package is thoroughly lightweight. It is more than 70 kg lighter than the Turbo GT and Turbo S.
As evidence, carbon full bucket seats were installed,Rear seats have been removed.The rear doors open, but are covered with carbon panels where the rear seats used to be. The rear doors open, but only a small amount of storage space is available, with carbon panels covering the area where the rear seats used to be.

To save weight, comfort equipment has been greatly reduced. There is no adaptive cruise control, only old-fashioned cruise control. There is no Sport Chrono Package clock, and the keyless entry does not automatically unlock when approaching the car, but must be opened by pressing a button.
No 360-degree camera, only a rearview camera.The car is a very small car with a very small number of parts. The electrical system is unusually omitted for an electric car. There are no seat heaters or steering wheel heaters.
The rear trunk is also manual, not electrically opened and closed. The front trunk (flank) has no lining and looks like a plastic box. No sound insulation is provided, and road noise is picked up to a certain extent.

Another dimension of driving and flat ride comfort

When I visited the dealership to take delivery of the car, the woman at the reception desk told me, "It looks really cool!" I was told. I have experienced the delivery of Porsche cars many times, but this is the first time I have been told this much, and it left a lasting impression on me.

In person, the car is even lower than a regular Taikan, giving it a bracing presence.Atmosphere of a 4-door supercarIt is.
The large carbon rear wing has the "Weissach" logo and a small ducktail below it. The rear garnish has an optional light strip illuminated (red Porsche logo) and is very beautiful.

Inside, the carbon full bucket seats are equivalent to those of the GT3, and getting in and out of the car is a bit difficult. However, the seating comfort fully envelops the body and enforces the correct driving position.
Porsche Active RideThis is a very good new mechanism that comes as standard equipment (optional depending on the grade). If set, it raises the vehicle height when the door is opened and lowers it when the door is closed. However, with bucket seats, it is usually turned off because it is difficult to get in and out of the car when the seat height is raised.
This active ride is also very effective while driving, which we will discuss in more detail later.

As soon as I left the dealership after taking delivery of the car, I could sense that this car was more than just a car.
To be honest, I didn't expect much at first.It's a GT model of the Taikan, so the suspension is stiff but athletic, butThere was a preconceived notion that it was difficult to ride in town.
However, just a few dozen meters outside the dealership, that idea was overturned.Incredibly flat rideIt is. You hardly feel any bumps, and your eyes do not sway up and down. There is no swaying back and forth during acceleration,The car moves forward as if parallel to the road.

This is bad. It's a car..."Run a few hundred meters and you'll be talking to yourself.

This is due in large part to Active Ride. This is an electronically controlled mechanism that instantly adjusts ride height and tilt, and is also used in Mercedes' GLS and other models. However, in the GLS, the difference between on/off and normal air suspension was only a little better ride quality.

In the Taikan Turbo GT, however, the ride is clearly more comfortable.
Completely different from active ride non-installed taikanThe The sense of flatness is extraordinary.

The accelerator is easy to control from low speeds, which is hard to believe for a car with over 789 horsepower and a maximum of 1108 hp. However, the 1100 horsepower of the Taikan Turbo GT does not scare me at all. The acceleration and speed are linear, and there is no sense of discomfort to the human senses. It can be driven freely from traffic jams to highways.This is Porsche. We all fall in love with this kind of advanced design that is close to our human senses.

The handling on the highway is also excellent.

This is the handling of a Porsche GT model.The steering is very rigid and turns freely with very little steering effort. Lane changes are also possible,Porsche is already there the moment you decide to go there."The late Aritsune Tokudaiji said, "There is no other Porsche that fits the description of a Porsche so well.
The curves on the highway are fun, even if you don't drive fast. The GT3 and other cars are also pleasant to drive, but the fun is halved when the engine is not running. But the Taikan Turbo GT is a real pleasure to drive,Because of the electric motor, it can be enjoyed at any speed range.This is a 1108 horsepower that can be savored to the fullest.

Acceleration is frightening, but there is no sense of fear because the active ride keeps the vehicle parallel both front to back and side to side. No longer,As if on a boardThe electric car accelerates quickly, but the speed is not very fast. Many electric vehicles accelerate quickly but do not reach a high speed, but the Taikan Turbo GT can go anywhere.

The brakes also work well with PCCB and there is no nose dive. This is thanks to the active ride. Curves are also parallel without any roll. However, when turning a corner at high speed, it is better to turn off the active ride to get a better feel for the road conditions. By the way.In Sport and Sport Plus modes, the Active Ride's control of always keeping the vehicle level is automatically turned off.

To be honest, I'm so worried that I won't be able to drive any other car.I liked the Taikan Turbo GT.
My wife also drove and all she could say was, "Wow!" was all she could say.
A frequent guest on the blog, test driverMr. TAKURO.He also drove it for a bit and raved about it. He said he wanted it even if he had to sell his other car. I will introduce his impressions in detail again.

I'm still breaking it in,Attack mode enabled by pulling the right paddlehas not been tried. The performance is more than sufficient even in normal mode.

In fact, after taking delivery of the car, I am even thinking of completely revamping my family's Porsche lineup around the Taikan Turbo GT.
I don't care about the resale value. With this performance, the price is acceptable.It is a Porsche that has such an impact that it makes you think so, and it is definitely the car that impressed me the most, at least in my opinion.

We will provide a more detailed review after running the vehicle on mountain roads.