All-new 2024 Porsche Taycan EV premiers at PWRS; bookings open

KUALA LUMPUR: The “Porsche World Roadshow Malaysia 2024” kicked off with a bang at Sepang International Circuit earlier this morning. During this ultimate Porsche driving experience event, the German automaker premiered the new Taycan facelift and revealed its pricing.

The new Porsche Taycan EV is offered in two body styles - Sedan and Cross Turismo in Malaysia. The variant lineup is as follows - 

2024 Porsche Taycan variants and prices

Model	Price (on the road, without insurance)
Taycan sedan	RM 575,000
Taycan 4S sedan	RM 675,000
Taycan Turbo sedan	RM 905,000
Taycan Turbo S sedan	RM 1,060,000
Taycan Turbo GT sedan	RM 1,600,000
Taycan Cross Turismo	RM 625,000
Taycan 4S Cross Turismo	RM 700,000
Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo	RM 915,000

All variants are now open for booking and will be available at Porsche Centres nationwide starting from July 2024.

So, what does the new Taycan bring to the table? Let us know.

In the global markets, the Porsche Taycan received a mid-cycle update back in February. The latest model boasts an enhanced design, new technology, upgraded chassis and suspension system, and improved performance.

On the exterior, the refreshed EV gets new front and rear design elements lending it a clearer and wider appearance. The newly-designed LED headlights come with HD-Matrix Design and unique four-point graphics enhancing aesthetics as well as visibility. At the rear, there is a new 3D Porsche logo integrated into the rear light bar. Porsche has also added new colour options for customization.

Inside, the all-new Porsche Taycan benefits from a new user interface for the instrument cluster, head unit, and optional passenger display along with added functions such as deeper integration of Apple CarPlay and in-car video function. The EV now sports a standard mode switch on the steering wheel and a special push-to-pass button with the Sport Chrono package and Performance Battery Plus package. 

The upgraded standard kit comprises a heated steering wheel, heated front seats, power-folding side mirrors, ambient lighting, and wireless charging. Lane Change Assist, ParkAssist with reversing camera, and Porsche Intelligent Range Manager, among others.

Under the skin, the new Taycan models get an adaptive air suspension, replacing the traditional steel springs. However, buyers of the all-wheel-drive models can also choose Porsche Active Ride roll stabilisation, enabling the car to lean into corners just like motorcycles. Not only that, the new suspension system can also lift the EV by 55 mm, facilitating easier entry and exit for occupants.

Porsche designers also reduced the EV’s weight by up to 15 kg to improve handling and efficiency. They also integrated a new rear motor into the design to enhance overall performance and significantly upgraded the regenerative braking system, which is now capable of capturing up to 400 kW of kinetic energy. It helps in improving the braking efficiency and extends the driving range.

The latest versions of all Taycan models also feature “more power, more range, accelerate quicker and charge faster with greater stability,” claims the automaker. Notably, the Taycan and Taycan Turbo S hit the century sprint in just 4.8 and 2.4 seconds, respectively, which makes them 0.6 and 0.4 seconds quicker than their predecessors.

Depending on the body style and drivetrain, the driving range has also extended up to 678 km, marking a substantial increase of 35%. Porsche further confirmed that new models recharge faster at 800-volt DC charging stations.

Here’s a quick comparison of the power and performance figures across the variants.

Model	Taycan	Taycan 4S	Taycan Turbo	Taycan Turbo S	Taycan Turbo GT
Power	408 PS	544 PS (598 PS with Performance Battery Plus)	884 PS	952 PS with Launch Control	1,108 PS
0-100 kmph acceleration	4.8 seconds	3.7 seconds	2.7 seconds	2.4 seconds	2.3 seconds
Range	678 km	643 km	630 km	630 km	NA

The Porsche Taycan facelift is a fully imported vehicle from Germany and is offered with a 4-year vehicle warranty, an 8-year battery warranty, and a 4-year maintenance plan.

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