Porsche Taycan 390kW 4S 79kWh 4dr Auto
£49,995
- Make
- Porsche
- Model
- Taycan
- Year
- 2020
- Mileage
- 6,490 mi
- Fuel
- Electric
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body
- Saloon
Overview
This 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S represents a significant step forward in electric performance. With 390kW of power and an 79kWh battery, it delivers genuine sports car dynamics with zero-emission driving. The four-door saloon body makes it practical for daily use, while the automatic transmission ensures smooth, responsive acceleration. At just 6,490 miles, this example remains virtually unused. The Taycan combines Porsche's engineering excellence with cutting-edge EV technology, offering impressive range and rapid charging capability alongside the handling and refinement expected from the brand.
About the Porsche Taycan
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The Porsche Taycan is a four-door electric sports sedan that represents Porsche's entry into the EV market. Launched in 2019, it combines the brand's performance heritage with zero-emission technology, positioned as a rival to the Tesla Model S and Audi e-tron GT. The Taycan appeals to affluent drivers seeking practical daily transport without sacrificing driving dynamics or prestige. Design-wise, it maintains Porsche's recognisable proportions while adopting a modern, aerodynamic shape suited to efficiency. The interior blends digital technology with traditional craftsmanship. Two main variants exist: the standard Taycan and the higher-performance Turbo models, despite the absence of actual turbochargers. The car emphasises rapid acceleration, responsive handling, and sophisticated technology rather than maximising range, differentiating it from pure efficiency-focused competitors.
Pros
- +Excellent acceleration and handling dynamics for an EV
- +Fast charging capability via 800V architecture
- +Premium interior materials and build quality
- +Practical four-door layout with usable boot space
- +Strong brand reputation and residual values
Watch out for
- −Real-world range significantly lower than official figures
- −High purchase price and running costs
- −Interior infotainment system occasionally unintuitive
- −Rear headroom compromised by sloping roofline
Common issues
- !Battery degradation concerns over extended ownership
- !Cooling system performance in sustained high performance
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Porsche Taycan 390kW 4S 79kWh 4dr Auto
