*UPDATE*
Just figured I would post an update since I’ve now had the chance to drive the Taycan Turbo S a little more.
Power: There is something very interesting about the way this car delivers its power. The car feels very quick from 0-~45mph…where the power really tapers off. Then right after that drop off you feel the power kick in again in the second gear. For me, this does a disservice to the instant response of electric. It doesn’t feel “right.” It’s not slow in any way, but compared to the Plaid it’s positively lethargic. The Plaid is a freight train at any speed. It’s unbelievable, as any owner will tell you.
Steering feel: Wow. The Plaid wished it felt like this. The Taycan steering is so connected, it’s almost telepathic. Really excellent stuff. Now, that’s not to say the Plaid handles or responds poorly. But the Taycan is in another league of steering feedback and telepathy. It’s classic Porsche.
Interior space: This is still a major struggle for me. Even with the seat all the way back and down, as a 6’5”-er I wished for more legroom in the Taycan. It has less than even the Model 3. Gah!
Overall, if we could get the handling of the Taycan coupled with the power/interior space of the Plaid, I’d be really, really happy.
Just figured I would post an update since I’ve now had the chance to drive the Taycan Turbo S a little more.
Power: There is something very interesting about the way this car delivers its power. The car feels very quick from 0-~45mph…where the power really tapers off. Then right after that drop off you feel the power kick in again in the second gear. For me, this does a disservice to the instant response of electric. It doesn’t feel “right.” It’s not slow in any way, but compared to the Plaid it’s positively lethargic. The Plaid is a freight train at any speed. It’s unbelievable, as any owner will tell you.
Steering feel: Wow. The Plaid wished it felt like this. The Taycan steering is so connected, it’s almost telepathic. Really excellent stuff. Now, that’s not to say the Plaid handles or responds poorly. But the Taycan is in another league of steering feedback and telepathy. It’s classic Porsche.
Interior space: This is still a major struggle for me. Even with the seat all the way back and down, as a 6’5”-er I wished for more legroom in the Taycan. It has less than even the Model 3. Gah!
Overall, if we could get the handling of the Taycan coupled with the power/interior space of the Plaid, I’d be really, really happy.